Philosophy of Education is concerned with asking: What is a good education This relates to a series of other questions, such as: What are the benefits of education for the individual, and for society more generally What is the place of the state and other social institutions in structuring and controlling education How should teachers be trained, and how should they see their role, and their relation to their students And are there any particular benefits to studying philosophy in particular, as a subject to be taught in schools and within wider society This is an exciting time for philosophy of education, with a growing appreciation for what philosophy has to offer in this field.The Department at Sheffield has a group of researchers who engage with this topic, both at the level of their research, and their teaching, making it an excellent place for those interested in this area.