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Is gaining a degree an ambition that you are yet to fulfil? Or maybe you would like to be a teacher and need a degree first? Whatever your reasons, the part-time BA (Hons) in Humanities and Arts provides the chance to gain a University of Leicester degree in conjunction with your other life commitments.

• No need for formal qualifications - just take one of our two-year part-time Certificates of Education which after successful completion will gain you entry to the part-time BA (Hons) in Humanities and Arts 
• Covers a diverse and interesting range of topics
• Friendly and fully supported learning environment in a convenient, city centre location 

Read  an inspirational story of how one member of staff studied for a part-time degree

What you will be studying

First year

In addition to a wide-ranging Study Skills module which introduces the themes and disciplines for the degree as a whole, first year modules are likely to include The Urban Experience, European Architecture, Critical Approaches to Texts. Optional modules may include:

• Rome – Epics and History
• The Making of Modern Europe
• Interpreting Popular Culture
• Reformation and Transformation

Second year

To complete the first phase of the degree, likely modules are Religion in the Modern World and Exploring Literature. Optional modules for the second phase of the degree are likely to include:

• Philosophy via Film
• Edwardian Britain
• Mosaics - Manuscripts - Masterpieces
• Myth and Literature

Third year

In the final year you will complete the second phase of your degree, choosing from optional modules such as:

• Ancient Greece – Culture and Drama
• The Medieval World View
• Religion and Civilisation
• The Life and Times of George Orwell
• Key Developments in 20th Century Art and Architecture
• The Pursuit of Liberty: The Development of European Political Thought
• Theatre and Drama in Renaissance England
• Fans - Canons - Scriptures - Cults
• Pre-Raphaelite Art

(Please note all modules are subject to availability and may vary from year to year.)

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Teaching, assessment and study support

You will have three hours per week class study. Assessment is carried out mostly through coursework, though there are some short written examinations. It is estimated that you will need to spend between 9 and 12 hours per week on private study. There is also a residential school before Easter each year. Tutors have wide experience in teaching a range of students, particularly adult and part-time learners. Extensive support and guidance is offered throughout your degree programme.

Career relevance and employability

This broad-based BA is proven to build confidence in students as well as enhancing skills. It is an ideal programme for people who want to sharpen their critical and analytical skills for current or future employment. The degree is highly respected and of considerable relevance and use in a wide range of occupations. Our graduates often find that the degree enables them to progress in their current career or to change career direction. A number of students do the BA first before offering to train as teachers. Many students go on to postgraduate study within the University of Leicester or elsewhere. 

*Subject to annual review.