
Applied Arts & Humanities
Discover Applied Arts & Humanities at Birmingham Newman University.
This subject area brings together a diverse range of disciplines that explore creativity, culture and human experience.
Whether your interests lie in literature, history, philosophy, theology or the arts, our courses are designed to help you think critically, communicate with confidence and engage thoughtfully with the world around you.

Applied Arts & Humanities courses

MA Applied Humanities (Part-Time)
- Start date:
- September 2025

MA Applied Humanities (Full-Time)
- Start date:
- Various

BA Single Honours Applied Humanities (Accelerated degree) Online
- Start date:
- Various

BA Single Honours Applied Humanities (Accelerated degree) (full-time)
- Start date:
- Various
Strong Career Preparation
Develop the critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills that employers value across sectors, supported by a Personal and Professional Development Portfolio.
Supportive Academic Coaching
Benefit from personalised life coaching that supports your academic journey and encourages personal and professional growth throughout your studies.
Real-World and Cross-Subject Learning
Engage with practical learning that brings together ideas from across the arts and humanities, helping you apply your knowledge in thoughtful and impactful ways.
Flexible Study Options
Choose to study on campus or online, giving you the freedom to learn in a way that suits your lifestyle, work and/or family commitments.
Flexible and focused learning. We offer a variety of study options, including accelerated two-year degrees and online pathways, allowing you to shape your learning around your goals and circumstances. These routes help you complete your studies more quickly, reduce costs and begin making a meaningful contribution sooner.
Supportive and empowering learning. You will benefit from practical, real-world learning supported by academic life coaching, helping you grow both personally and professionally throughout your time with us.
Study in a way that suits you. Choose to learn on campus for a vibrant university experience, or online for greater flexibility. This is ideal if you are balancing work, family and/or other commitments.
Applied Arts & Humanities at Birmingham Newman University prepares you for a wide range of careers and further study. You will graduate with the insight, adaptability and transferable skills that employers value, ready to make a positive impact in whichever path you choose.
