Study humanities

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Study humanities

Critically analyse visual culture, evolve your writing style and uncover how history has shaped the world we live in today

Come to an open day

Brodrick (Brodie) Butchart - Anthropology student is looking through a magnifier during a visit the Box in Plymouth. Museum and Art Gallery.

6 Real-world experience

Take your learning beyond the classroom with fieldwork, community projects and cultural partnerships.

6 Find your focus

Tailor your degree to your interests – explore creative writing, literature, history or anthropology and discover your unique perspective.

6 Supportive expertise

Be taught by active researchers and award-winning writers in a friendly, supportive learning environment.

Shape your understanding of the world

Explore humanities degrees that challenge perspectives, deepen cultural insight and sharpen your voice. Whether you're drawn to storytelling, historical inquiry or the study of human experience, our courses offer hands-on learning, expert mentorship and the freedom to forge your own academic path.

BA (Hons) Anthropology

BA (Hons) Creative Writing

BA (Hons) English

BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing

A sepia-coloured nautical map of part of the world

BA (Hons) History

Foundation courses

If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level, these courses are for you.

Postgraduate degrees

Take your skills to the next level with postgraduate study that builds on your undergraduate knowledge and enhances your career prospects.

“History is so much more than just the textbooks – it's the study of past, present and future. Studying history has completely changed my perspective and my interests.”

Danielle Dafter, BA (Hons) History

“Writing was always my rainy-day pastime. A chance to explore the world or create new worlds of my own to explore. Workshop sessions gave me the confidence to push against my boundaries.”

Katherine Glew, MA Creative Writing

Facilities to support your learning

From expert guidance and extensive resources in our library to the vibrant Writing Cafe, you'll have access to inspiring spaces that nurture your creativity and learning. Explore hands-on printmaking in our Letterpress Studio, engage with world-class exhibitions at The Box and learn in the historic Foulston Room – a hub for cultural and academic exchange. You also have the opportunity to develop your creative writing skills through , our student-led journal.