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Psychology and Sociology with Foundation Year
Through studying a Psychology degree at BGU you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the scientific nature of the subject and of its wider cultural and social impact. This course will develop your understanding of psychology and its theories of the mind, emotions and behaviour and become familiar with how these theories are applied in our lives, communities and societies. -
Psychology and Sport with Foundation Year
Through studying a Psychology degree at BGU you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the scientific nature of the subject and of its wider cultural and social impact. This course will develop your understanding of psychology and its theories of the mind, emotions and behaviour and become familiar with how these theories are applied in our lives, communities and societies. -
Sociology
BGU’s Sociology undergraduate degree provides a comprehensive and exciting introduction to the study of all aspects of the social world. The course takes you on a journey from the 19th-century foundations of the discipline through to the social, cultural and political changes that are reshaping our globalising world. Along the way, you’ll see how sociological thinking is crucial for people who want to understand the world around them, whether as students, tuition-fee payers, citizens, employees (or via any of their other social roles). -
Sociology with Foundation Year
BGU’s Sociology undergraduate degree provides a comprehensive and exciting introduction to the study of all aspects of the social world. The course takes you on a journey from the 19th-century foundations of the discipline through to the social, cultural and political changes that are reshaping our globalising world. Along the way, you’ll see how sociological thinking is crucial for people who want to understand the world around them, whether as students, tuition-fee payers, citizens, employees (or via any of their other social roles). -
English Language & Teaching
Our English Language and Teaching programme immerses you in the fascinating study of English, from how it developed from humble origins to the global language with all its variations that we use today, to how it is learned by children as a first language or by learners of English as a second or further language - and much more. You will explore questions about language structures and language use in society, language disorders, and language acquisition and you will learn practical methods - and get hands-on experience - of how to teach it. Crucially, you will develop skills and knowledge to help you gain employment or pursue further studies for work or research in linguistics, education, and language teaching, and a range of other relevant fields. -
Theology, Philosophy & Ethics
Whether you describe yourself as agnostic, atheist or a firm believer, if you have a passionate interest in the ethical, political, philosophical and religious issues of our time, this course is perfect for you. Here at BGU we can look back on many years of experience in teaching Religious Studies, Philosophy and Theology. We designed this undergraduate degree to bring the oldest of academic subjects into the present day – combining the richness of ancient tradition with the relevance and freshness of a 21st century subject. -
Theology, Philosophy & Ethics with Foundation Year
Whether you describe yourself as agnostic, atheist or a firm believer, if you have a passionate interest in the ethical, political, philosophical and religious issues of our time, this course is perfect for you. Here at BGU we can look back on many years of experience in teaching Religious Studies, Philosophy and Theology. We designed this undergraduate degree to bring the oldest of academic subjects into the present day – combining the richness of ancient tradition with the relevance and freshness of a 21st century subject. -
Dr Alison Riley
Alison Riley coordinates and teaches on our successful BA Early Childhood Studies programme. She joined Bishop Grosseteste University in 2007 as a lecturer on the work-based learning courses for classroom assistants and other educational support workers. Prior to this Alison worked in a variety of school based roles including senior leadership. Alison is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Teaching Alison teaches on the undergraduate Early Childhood Studies programme. Her teaching interests include the influence of policy, provision and legislation in educational settings and leadership and management in Early Years settings. Alison’’s interests focus predominantly on the role of the early years practitioner, enabling her to utilise her former role in education to support students seeking a route into teaching or other roles within early years settings. Building on her Master's research, Alison also has a particular interest in the development of study skills in higher education. -
Ami Montgomery
Position: Deputy Head of ITE Programmes Current Role and Responsibilities As the Deputy Head of ITE Programmes since April 2024, Ami provides strategic and operational oversight for a diverse portfolio of programmes, including primary, secondary, and further education ITE, as well as postgraduate teacher education programmes. She collaborates closely with the Head of ITE Programmes to support the overall strategies of the Faculty, ensuring the quality and standards of courses, managing staffing, and leading the ITE Leadership Group. Approved Individual Licensed Practitioner (ILP) Ami is an approved Individual Licensed Practitioner (ILP) of The Bell Foundation’s Language for Results services, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing language education and supporting learners with English as an Additional Language (EAL). Academic Experience Teaching and Learning: Ami has extensive experience in designing and delivering high-quality educational programmes. She has contributed significantly to curriculum development, teaching material design, and the delivery of modules across various levels. Her expertise includes areas such as Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), EAL, Multiculturalism, and Initial Teacher Education. Research and Knowledge Exchange: Her doctoral research seeks to explore the intercultural dialogic teaching and learning interactions within UK primary classrooms, with a focus on the relevance of linguistic and cultural capital for inclusion. The study uses a multimodal ethnographic approach, employing a NEW and adapted T-SEDA (Toolkit for Systematic Educational Dialogue Analysis) toolkit for analysing classroom interactions. It highlights the importance of fostering intercultural communicative competence and inclusive pedagogies in enhancing social cohesion and equitable educational opportunities. The findings provide insights into the nature of intercultural dialogic interactions and their impact on social cohesion and social justice in the UK primary classroom setting. Ami continues to actively engages in research, knowledge exchange, and scholarly activities, seeking opportunities for income generation and contributing to the institution’s research profile. -
Dr Amy Albudri
Lecturer of English Amy Albudri is a Lecturer of English specialising in medieval literature and language. She joined the English team in 2014 and has convened many of the department’s period specialist modules. She was awarded a grant funded PhD scholarship at the University of Hull (2012) from which she also obtained a first-class Undergraduate degree in English literature. Amy is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2020) with a previous lecturing post at the University of Hull. She is a prominent figure in global medieval events including the Kalamazoo International Congress on Medieval Studies, the Oxford Biannual Medieval Symposium, and Leeds International Medieval Congress. Teaching Amy’s dedication to teaching at BGU has been recognised with the accolade of ‘Most Inspiring Teacher’ and ‘Best Lecturer’ in the annual student awards. Her approach to teaching is founded upon a commitment to the student experience and enabling hands-on historic accessibility. Amy convenes ‘The Gothic: Transgressive to Shock’, ‘Myth, Adaptation, and Transformation’, ‘Shakespearean Worlds’ and ‘Poetic License: Lines and Lyrics’. She has been responsible for the programme’s medieval component (‘Chaucer and the Middle Ages’) and undertaken extensive teaching in further modules including ‘Reading Myths, Telling Stories’, ‘Introduction to Literary Studies’, ‘Romanticism’, ‘Critical Approaches’, and ‘History of Fiction’. Amy particularly welcomes Undergraduate dissertations and final year projects relating to medieval and fantasy literature. Projects Amy assisted in the Brepols project ‘Nuns Literacies in Medieval Europe’ and accompanying book (2012) which explored the role of women’s ecclesiastic writing in the Middle Ages. In 2015 she participated in Palgrave Macmillan’s ‘The Medievalisms of Harry Potter’, contributing a paper and conference lectures. Amy is also involved in several Early Music projects, and is the Co-Chair of ‘Living Logos’, an academic discussion group that encourages communities to engage with the role of theology in the twenty-first century. Research Amy’s research lies primarily in the field of medieval theories of authorship and characterisation. Her monograph, Morgan le Fay and Other Women, has been accepted for publication by Brepols and she is part of the National Heritage Fund Research Project examining the role of the medieval stage. Amy is currently researching the Beverley Mystery Plays, connecting previously lost medieval source material with renewed interests in localised theological drama. Publications Morgan le Fay and Other Women (2019) Brepols ‘Harry Potter and the Loathly Lady’ (2015) Palgrave Macmillan ‘Sanctis Johannis’ (2015) Banks Publications ‘Through the Crevice of an Olde Cragg’ (2014) Leeds IMC
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