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
- M9L0
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Criminology with Policing (including a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/criminology/RS49347_Criminology-Session-378-lpr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- M9LL
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Criminology with Policing BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/criminology/RS49347_Criminology-Session-378-lpr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- Oct 2024, Oct 2025
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Doctor of Professional Studies in Theology and Religious Studies DProf](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/trs/RS55338_TRS-Summer-School-2024-112.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Oct 2024, Oct 2025
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
![Course image for Education, Society & Globalisation MA](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/sociology/AdobeStock_737212299.jpeg)
- UCAS Code
- QV3C
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for English Language and History BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/english/RS48837_English20-20Vicarage-19-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- QL33
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for English Language and Sociology BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/sociology/RS39905_AX1I3830-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- QR31
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years (3 years for combined honours students taking French as a minor option) full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for English Literature and French BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/english/RS48827_English20-20Vicarage-8-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- LQ33
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for English Literature and Sociology BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/english/RS13993_IMGL_0066-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- FC48
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
![Course image for Forensic Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/student-support/AdobeStock_793490295.jpeg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for French Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-france.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for French Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-france.webp)
- UCAS Code
- BA: L700 / BSc: F800
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time
Pathways available
- Geography with Natural Hazards Management
- Human Geography
- Physical Geography
![Course image for Geography (with specialist pathways) BA/BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/geography-and-environment/RS24820_IMG_9316-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- BA: L701 / BSc: F810
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
Pathways available
- Geography with Natural Hazards Management
- Human Geography
- Physical Geography
![Course image for Geography (with specialist pathways) with a Year Abroad BA/BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/geography-and-environment/RS24820_IMG_9316-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- BA: L701 / BSc: F810
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
Pathways available
- Geography with Natural Hazards Management
- Human Geography
- Physical Geography
![Course image for Geography (with specialist pathways) with a Year in Industry BA/BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/geography-and-environment/RS24820_IMG_9316-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- F801
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
Pathways available
- Geography with Natural Hazards Management
- Human Geography
- Physical Geography
![Course image for Geography (with specialist pathways) with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/geography-and-environment/RS24820_IMG_9316-scr.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Sept 2024
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6-12 months
![Course image for German Evening Classes](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-germany.webp)
- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- To be confirmed
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 6 weeks
![Course image for German Language Taster Course](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-germany.webp)
- UCAS Code
- L20F
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
![Course image for Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations (including a Foundation Year) BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/international-relations/UN-flags.jpg)
- UCAS Code
- L2T1
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
![Course image for Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations and Chinese BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/photography/photography/international-relations/AdobeStock_162655111(1).jpeg)
- UCAS Code
- L2RR
- Start date
- Sept 2025
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
![Course image for Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations and Spanish BA (Hons)](https://chester.ac.uk/media/media/graphics/world-flags/country-spain.webp)