Liberal Arts
BA (Hons)
Key facts
UCAS code
LA01
Start dates
September 2023
Location
Course length
Full time: Full-time 3 years, Sandwich 4 years
Part time: up to 8 years
Department
UCAS Tariff Points
104
Overview
Would you like to develop a base of knowledge on a broad range of social, political, and cultural disciplines?
For those with an interest in the humanities and social sciences, studying Liberal Arts at Oxford Brookes means undertaking an exciting multidisciplinary degree. Your learning will be drawn from subjects that include:
- English Literature
- Languages
- History
- Politics
- Philosophy
- History of Art
You’ll study a variety of topics, covering a range of global and local issues, including world politics to the development of European societies. You'll develop communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills as you engage with these various subjects. You’ll graduate with a diverse mix of skills and perspectives that will set you apart in the job market, opening up a wide range of career options to explore.

How to apply
Wherever possible we make our conditional offers using the UCAS Tariff. The combination of A-level grades listed here would be just one way of achieving the UCAS Tariff points for this course.
Standard offer
UCAS Tariff Points: 104
A Level: BCC
IB Points: 29
BTEC: DMM
Further offer details
Applications are also welcomed for consideration from applicants with European qualifications, international qualifications or recognised foundation courses. For advice on eligibility please contact Admissions: admissions@brookes.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this degree, or if you would like more preparation before you start, you can take an international foundation course. Once you enrol, you will have a guaranteed pathway to this degree if you pass your foundation course with the required grades.
If you only need to meet the language requirements, you can take our pre-sessional English course. You will develop key language and study skills for academic success and you will not need to take an external language test to progress to your degree.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Credit transfer
Many of our courses consider applications for entry part-way through the course for students who have credit from previous learning or relevant professional experience.
Find out more about transferring to Brookes. If you'd like to talk through your options, please contact our Admissions team.
Application process
Full time Home (UK) applicants
Apply through UCASPart time Home (UK) applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityInternational applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityFull time international applicants can also apply through UCAS
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Please note, tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Oxford Brookes University intends to maintain its fees for new and returning Home students at the maximum permitted level.
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course are detailed below.
Compulsory costs
Additional costs | Amount (£) |
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Two day trips that cost around £60 each. | £120 |
Travel and accommodation costs associated with work placements, if your course or module choice requires it. |
About £1500 per placement |
Optional costs
Additional costs | Amount (£) |
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It’s your responsibility to cover print / binding costs where coursework submission is required. Please note that a lot of the coursework is now submitted online. |
From £30 |
You may choose to purchase books to support your studies. Many books on our reading lists are available via the Library, or can be purchased secondhand. | £20-60 per book |
Accommodation fees in Brookes Letting (most do not include bills) |
£94-265 per week |
Accommodation fees in university halls (bills included, excluding laundry costs) |
£122-180 per week |
Graduation costs include tickets, gowning and photography. Gowns are not compulsory but typically students do hire robes, starting at £41. |
Typically £0-200 |
Students are responsible for their own travel to and from university for classes. BrookesBus travel is subsidised for full-time undergraduate students that are on a course with a fee of £9,250 or more, or living in an Oxford Brookes hall of residence. There is an administration fee for the production of a BrookesKey. |
From £8 |
Funding your studies
Financial support and scholarships
Featured funding opportunities available for this course.
All financial support and scholarships
Learning and assessment
You’ll experience a truly diverse approach. You won’t be limited to studying one subject area - you can satisfy your curiosity to explore culture, history, literature, language and much more.
Your learning will be shaped by modules drawn from the Humanities and Social Sciences. In addition, there will be a Liberal Arts module each year where you will synthesise the approaches you've gained in your other subjects. In Year 1, you’ll be introduced to a broad range of disciplines. These include Contemporary Culture, Literature of Oxford, and Politics. In your second semester, you can choose options in Creative Writing, History of Art, Languages, or Philosophy.
In Year 2, you’ll deepen your knowledge and skills in your chosen area of study. In addition to your compulsory modules, you'll choose between optional modules in English literature, History, History of Art, Languages, and Politics
If you have selected the 4-year programme (with a Study Abroad/Placement Year), you’ll gain valuable practical skills through work experience in Year 3 in the UK or abroad.

Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from those shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
Your tutors will introduce you to a wide range of teaching and learning methods. They will support you at every level of the course. You'll have close access to lecturers, small seminar groups, workshops and practical experiences.
You will learn through a variety of teaching and learning methods including:
- lectures, seminars, workshops and fieldwork
- one-to-one tutorial and small group discussions
- supervised independent learning
- work with a wide range of practical resources.
During your studies, you’ll gain a range of personal and professional skills. This includes skills in academic research, problem-solving, and written and oral communications. These skills will help with your future career advancement in many industries.
Study abroad
If you have studied a foreign language throughout Years 1 and 2, the 4-year Sandwich programme offers the opportunity to go abroad for study at a partner university where you’ll improve your language skills. Alternatively, you could undertake a placement in a business organisation to gain practical work experience.
By choosing the study abroad or placement year option, you will widen your network of contacts, as well as gain confidence and transferable skills for both your course and career.
After you graduate
Career prospects
This Liberal Arts degree will enable you to develop a diverse mix of skills and perspectives. This breadth of knowledge will set you apart from the average job seeker.
You will develop as a well-rounded and confident graduate. This is because your course will teach you how to see things from many perspectives. Also, your work placement module will ensure you graduate with professional work experience.
Liberal Arts graduates are well placed for employment in many areas. These include:
- Media (Journalism) and Film Industry
- Tourism and travel services Industry including Airlines and Hotels
- Banks and Insurance companies
- Local, State and Federal government
- International non-profit organisations
- Publishing companies
- Department of Defence and International Embassies
- Representatives in Foreign Companies.
Employers favour Liberal Arts students because of their broad education, their creative approach to problem solving and their ability to communicate. Liberal Arts is also an excellent basis for postgraduate study.
Further study
Students may go on to graduate schemes or undertake further MA studies
- MA in English Literature
- MA History
- MA in International Relations
- MA in International Relations (Distance Learning)
- MA in International Security.
Our Staff
Dr Esteban Devis-Amaya
Coordinator of the Spanish Programme and of the Placement Year in Spain and Latin America.
Read more about EstebanInformation from Discover Uni
Full-time study
Part-time study
Programme changes:
On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been
published on the website. For more information, please visit our
changes to programmes page.