Programs

BA (Hons) Liberal Arts

The BA (Hons) Liberal Arts program at Keele University offers a unique, interdisciplinary approach to higher education, moving beyond a single subject focus to develop a broad range of critical, creative, and problem-solving skills. This program aims to equip graduates with the qualities necessary to be capable, employable citizens, drawing on Keele's long history of liberal arts education. The curriculum is designed to foster analytical thinking, research capabilities, and the ability to approach complex issues from multiple perspectives. Students will engage with a wide array of disciplines, theories, and methods, encouraging them to synthesize knowledge and apply it to real-world challenges. The program balances core modules that emphasize interdisciplinary work, creativity, and problem-solving with elective choices that allow for a degree of disciplinary concentration. Central to the program is the development of strong research skills, preparing students for a final-year dissertation and offering the potential to extend their studies to a Master's level. Through engagement with 'Grand Challenges' and practical skill-building modules, students learn to address contemporary societal issues, enhancing their employability and fostering a commitment to lifelong learning and active citizenship.