University of East Anglia

BA (Hons) Liberal Arts with a Foundation Year

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

At UEA, we believe everyone should have the chance to study at degree level. You might not yet have the required grades. You may need a little extra support.

You may need time to decide where your interests lie. If so, then our BA Liberal Arts with a Foundation Year is the perfect choice. Our Humanities Foundation Year is an intensive and exciting year of study.

You’ll focus on the topics which intrigue you. And you'll also create a toolkit of essential academic skills. We provide a supportive and rewarding learning environment.

You'll study with dedicated lecturers from UEA’s Interdisciplinary Institute for the Humanities. You’ll explore a wide range of academic subjects, including Literature, History, Philosophy, Film, Media, History of Art and Politics. We’ll help you make connections between different disciplines to spark your curiosity.

We'll also encourage you to work towards your own individual learning goals.

Key highlights

  • Intensive Humanities Foundation Year building essential academic skills
  • Taught by lecturers from the Interdisciplinary Institute for the Humanities
  • Explore Literature, History, Philosophy, Film, Media, Art History and Politics
  • Make connections between disciplines across the humanities
  • Work towards your own individual learning goals
  • Supportive environment suited to students needing extra preparation

Entry requirements

  • A-level: CCC — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A Levels CCC Contextual offer: CDD BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM Contextual offer: MMP BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration are not accepted t…
  • A-level: CDD — contextual offer
  • BTEC: MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
  • BTEC: MMP — …Contextual offer: CDD BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM Contextual offer: MMP BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration are not accepted to make up any grades.
  • Access to HE Diploma — with 45 credits at Level 3
  • T-level: Pass — T Levels Obtain an overall Pass.

Careers this course leads to

  • Journalist
  • Policy officer
  • Museum or heritage officer
  • Publishing assistant
  • Marketing executive
  • Civil service officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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