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Liberal Arts
BA (Hons)
Key facts
UCAS code
LA01
Start dates
September 2022
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, studying Liberal Arts at Oxford Brookes means undertaking an exciting multidisciplinary degree. Your learning will be drawn from subjects that include:
- English
- Languages
- Literature
- History
- Politics
- Philosophy
- and History of Art.
You’ll study a variety of topics, from world politics to the development of European societies. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn a foreign language. You’ll graduate with a diverse mix of skills and perspectives that will set you apart in the jobs market. Liberal Arts graduates are well placed for employment in areas such as
- journalism and the media
- marketing, advertising or public relations
- business management
- the diplomatic service or local government
- education and many other fields within the public and private sector.

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.
For more information about how we are supporting applicants impacted by Covid-19, please see our information for applicants page.
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 with credit for prior learning. Each application is individually assessed by our credit entry tutors.
If you would like more information about whether or not you may be eligible for the award of credit, for example from an HND, partly-completed degree or foundation degree, please contact our Admissions team.
We operate the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). All undergraduate single modules are equivalent to 7.5 ECTS credits and double modules to 15 ECTS credits. More about ECTS credits.
Application process
Full time Home / EU applicants
Apply through UCASPart time Home / EU applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityInternational applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityFull time applicants can also apply through UCAS
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
Contact Student Finance on:
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.
Financial support and scholarships
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, if any, are detailed below.
Learning and assessment
Your learning will be shaped by modules drawn from the Humanities and Social Sciences. You’ll start by exploring topics from a variety of disciplines and cultural perspectives.
In Year 1, you’ll be introduced to a broad range of disciplines. These include Contemporary Culture and English. You’ll also pick a modern language from beginner French, German or Spanish. By semester 2, you may continue the language option. Or, you might choose to explore modules in Politics, History, History of Art, Philosophy, or Anthropology.
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 further language options or alternative subjects of interest.
If you have selected the 4-year programme (with a Study Abroad/Placement Year), you’ll gain significant work experience in Year 3 in the UK or abroad, depending on your language abilities. Alternatively, on the 3-year programme, you’ll have the option to do a short work placement.

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 that 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 continued with the option of 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 and/or undertake a placement in a business or organisation, for not less than 12 weeks.
The benefits of the 4-year programme include:
- Exposure to cross-cultural competencies
- Practical work experience and/or study abroad
- Students return as young professionals – improved attitude and performance.
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 Business and Intercultural Communication
- 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 EstebanProgramme 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.