School of Social Science, Humanities & Creative Industries

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Welcome

At the heart of our School is a commitment to individual experience, creative exploration, and academic excellence. We offer a rich and diverse range of subjects across the social sciences, humanities and creative industries, all designed to support your personal, academic and professional growth. Whether you're interested in society, culture, politics, communication or classic to screen-based arts, our courses are delivered by expert, research-active staff and enriched through industry engagement and real-world application. You’ll gain not only knowledge and skills, but the confidence to apply them in meaningful, transformative ways.

We are a vibrant community of thinkers, makers, and doers - united by curiosity, innovation, and a shared purpose to contribute positively to the world around us. From addressing societal challenges to driving economic and cultural growth, our students and staff collaborate across disciplines and boundaries. We value inclusivity, creativity and lifelong learning, and we invite you to explore our subject areas in more detail to find the course that suits your passions and aspirations.

6th

  in the UK for Fine Art 1

12th

  in the UK for Graphic Design and Illustration 2

3rd

  in the UK for Social Mobility 3

Top 30

  in the UK for History and War Studies 4

1 Guardian University Rankings, 2026
2 Guardian University Rankings, 2026

3 The English Social Mobility Index, 2024
4 Guardian University Rankings, 2026