School of Humanities and Social Sciences
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At the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, we firmly believe that education cultivates your understanding, abilities, expertise, and self-assurance to enact positive change on a global scale. Our commitment lies in offering forward-thinking undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, designed to prepare you to grasp and tackle the world's most urgent challenges.
As the Head of School, I am honoured to extend a warm welcome to you as you embark on a journey of exploration, discovery, and personal growth within our vibrant academic community.
At the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic learning environment where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are celebrated, and knowledge is actively pursued.
Whether you're embarking on your undergraduate studies, pursuing advanced research at the postgraduate level, or engaging in lifelong learning through our continuing education courses, you'll find ample opportunities to expand your horizons and make meaningful contributions to society.
Our dedicated staff team are experts in their fields and passionate educators committed to supporting your academic journey every step of the way. With their guidance and mentorship, you'll be empowered to challenge assumptions, think critically, and positively impact your chosen field and beyond.
Welcome to our community.
Dr Paul Taylor
Head of School
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Our Courses
- UCAS Code
- M1LH
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3-6 years
![Course image for Law with Criminal Justice LLB (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/criminology/RS49335_Criminology-Session-267-lpr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for Mandarin Chinese Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-china.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for Mandarin Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-china.webp)
- UCAS Code
- R901
- Start date
- Sept 2024, Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Modern Languages (3 Year) BA (Hons) - (Single Honours)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/languages-and-cultures/RS13960_IMGL_0017-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- R90A
- Start date
- Sept 2024, Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Modern Languages (4 Year) BA (Hons) - (Single Honours)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/education/AdobeStock_360643262.jpeg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Oct 2024, Oct 2025
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
![Course image for Modern Languages MRes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/business-and-management/RS24422_IMGL0245-scr.jpeg)
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- Oct 2024, Oct 2025
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
![Course image for Museums and Heritage Practice MSc](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/history-and-archaeology/RS24258_IMGL0576-lpr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- VV51
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Philosophy, Ethics and Religion (Including a Foundation Year) BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/psychology/RS48990_Library20Bookshelves-12-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- VV50
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Philosophy, Ethics and Religion BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/psychology/RS48990_Library20Bookshelves-12-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for Polish Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-poland.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for Polish Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-poland.webp)
- UCAS Code
- L204
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Politics (including a Foundation Year) BA (Hons) - (Single Honours)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/stock/sushil-nash-ZIKnVsJVJpg-unsplash.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- LL23
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Politics and Sociology](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/sociology/RS39905_AX1I3830-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- L200
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Politics BA (Hons) - (Single Honours)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/stock/sushil-nash-ZIKnVsJVJpg-unsplash.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for Portuguese Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-portugal.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for Portuguese Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-portugal.webp)
- UCAS Code
- CR84
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years (3 years for combined honours students taking Spanish as a minor option) full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Psychology and Spanish BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/languages-and-cultures/RS13964_IMGL_0028-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for Russian Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-russia.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for Russian Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-russia.webp)
- UCAS Code
- L 304
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Sociology (including a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) - (Single Honours)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/stock/edward-howell-oS0sZdE5U6c-unsplash.jpg)