Study Liberal Arts - BA (Hons) at University of Leeds in the UK, School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science

Liberal Arts - BA (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

This highly flexible degree combines different subject areas, enabling you to shape your course according to your own interests and enthusiasms.You choose a major subject from within humanities or social sciences – from a choice of English, History, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology and Cultural Studies.You’ll then choose additional modules from within a broad range of topic areas, which include themes like Creativity and Change, Global Citizenship and Communication, Disruption and Social Transformation, and Visions of the Past, Present and Future. These themes ensure diverse choices of modules while complementing the Humanities and Social Sciences focus of the programme. You'll also study a compulsory module each year with your Liberal Arts cohort, helping you to develop key skills for interdisciplinary study at University and beyond whilst building a strong student community.You’ll also have the chance to take a study abroad year or a work placement in your third year.This course also provides opportunities for engagement with external partners such as businesses, museums and charities while developing impactful research projects. You’ll graduate with the transferable skills and confidence you need to address diverse audiences and pursue a variety of career paths, including further study.

Which department am I in?

School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£26,500.00 (US$ 34,223) per year
Accommodation (Self-catered En suite) - Starts £175 Per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2027

Venue

Leeds, Main

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2027

Venue

Main Site

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A-level: AAA Other course specific tests: Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer.If you are taking A Levels, this would be AAB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ. We welcome applications from mature students with Access qualifications, and from students with a wide range of qualifications.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may be required. BTEC BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DDD. Other BTEC qualifications are also considered. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information. Cambridge Pre-U D3, D3, M2 International Baccalaureate 35 points overall with 17 at Higher Level. Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers AA in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers OR A in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers OR AAAAAA in Highers Welsh Baccalaureate The Welsh Baccalaureate is not typically included in the academic conditions of an offer made to you for this course. If you choose to undertake the Welsh Baccalaureate we would strongly encourage you to draw upon these experiences within your personal statement, as your qualification will then be taken into account both when your application is initially considered by the selection panel and again when reviewed by the admissions tutor at the time your A-level results are passed to us. Other Qualifications European Baccalaureate: 85%

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