Applied Humanities (On Campus – Accelerated degree)

Applied Humanities is all about you!

Our programme focuses on personalised coaching and group activities, designed to support your academic success and inspire meaningful, positive changes in your life.

We recognise your unique talents and experiences, and we’re here to help you unlock your full potential.

Our dedicated team will guide you in enhancing your skills, helping you achieve both personal and professional success. In Applied Humanities, you’ll explore your passions and align them with your long-term goals.

By the time you graduate, you won’t just have a degree – you’ll have the resilience to handle setbacks, the initiative to navigate life’s changes, and the confidence to seize new opportunities.

Welcome aboard! Let’s embark on this transformative journey together.

Timetable

First teaching blocks starts week beginning 19 January 2026:

Tuesdays 9am to 11am and 12pm to 2pm
Thursdays 9am to 11am and 12pm to 2pm

Full details of your individual academic timetable will be available via your university email calendar after you have completed online enrolment and set up your student login.

Pre-induction activities

Students are not expected to complete any pre-course reading or activities.

You can find more helpful information about beginning your Applied Humanities degree here:

Preparing for university

Induction day activities

Tuesday 6 January, 9am to 11am (Room CH004)

Complete ID checks and finalise enrolment
Introduce the course
Introduce Student Support teams
Set up tech

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you to complete the ID verification check for Student Finance confirmation.

Your teaching team

The Applied Humanities Team includes Sian Campbell, Duncan Frankis, Emma Folwell, Kristin O’Donnell and Owen Rees.

Our team brings together a wide range of professional and academic experience from the ancient world to contemporary politics. We have worked in industries including international development, heritage, the arts, primary education, academic fraud, business management, and much more.

We bring our wide range of expertise to our innovative interdisciplinary teaching, using key concepts in the humanities to explore real-world issues.

Module delivery

Applied Humanities is a dynamic, supportive, and highly interactive programme designed to help you grow personally, professionally, and academically.

Throughout your studies, you’ll explore real-world issues, develop confidence in your abilities, and build a toolkit of skills that will support you long after graduation. We take a practical, student-centred approach, offering a blend of learning experiences that allow you to apply ideas, reflect on your development, and work closely with tutors and your peers.

How Your Module Will Be Taught

Applied Humanities is taught through four integrated strands designed to support your learning:

Academic Life Coaching

Throughout your studies you will be asked to book one-to-one coaching appointments. These sessions support your growth across personal, professional, and academic areas.

In-person classes

You will attend on-campus sessions two days a week. These workshops are interactive and focused on applying ideas to real and relevant contexts. If you are unable to attend, please inform us by contacting applied-humanities@newman.ac.uk.

Online assessment guides

Each month in your first module, you will receive a clear, step-by-step assessment guide to help you understand expectations, plan your work, and stay on track.

Online skills guides

These short, practical resources are available any time and are designed to help you strengthen your personal, professional, and academic skills as and when you need them.

Paying your student fees

Online enrolment

Access services and support throughout your degree

At Birmingham Newman, you’re never alone. We’re here to support you at every stage, whether it’s academic guidance, wellbeing support, or career advice.

Here are some of the ways we can help:

Academic support – Help with assignments and study skills
Wellbeing services – Mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing resources
Career services – CV advice, placements, and future career planning
Student finance advice – Guidance on tuition fees, funding, and budgeting
Disability support – Tailored support and adjustments for your needs
International support – Help with visas and cultural adjustments