Liberal Arts, BA (Hons)

Liberal Arts at Loughborough University offers a distinctive interdisciplinary programme that examines the essence of humanity and its influences from social, cultural, economic, and political contexts across history and today. This degree fosters creative thinking across disciplines, addressing global challenges through flexible module selection in areas such as Art History, English, History, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Politics, and Sociology. Students can tailor their studies to personal interests or focus on specific themes without committing to a single major, with Modern Languages accessible at all levels, including for beginners.Core modules emphasise interdisciplinarity, enabling students to integrate knowledge from various subjects for in-depth analyses. The programme develops sought-after skills like critical thinking, independent decision-making, and collaboration, enhancing employability. Options include a placement year in industry, studying abroad, or both, with assessments encompassing essays, exams, presentations, group work, portfolios, and a capstone project.

For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.