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Year 1 Liberal Arts
Core modules - Liberal Arts students must study both of the following modules:

IP101 Liberal Arts: Principles and Praxis
0 CATS | Term 1 and Term 2 | read more
This is a non-credit-bearing, non-assessed module. Attendance is compulsory.

IP121 Truth and Misinformation
30 CATS | Term 1 and Term 2 | read more
On this module, we engage with key theories and contemporary questions around the issues of truth and misinformation from multiple perspectives, including within a variety of disciplines and contexts.
Critical issue modules - Liberal Arts students must study at least one of the following modules:

IP122 Revolution
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
This module explores the ways in which art and artistic expressions prompt, influence, or resist moments of crisis and change. Using Problem-Based Learning, students explore four rich case studies that cut across a range of historical, cultural, and conceptual boundaries.

IP120 Beauty
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module will challenge your existing preconceptions and encourage you to develop critical thinking skills around the interdisciplinary issue of beauty through encounters with theoretical frameworks, detailed case studies, and focussed problems.
Research skills modules - Liberal Arts students must study at least one of the following modules:

IP108 Qualitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
On this module, we explore qualitative approaches to researching people, cultures, and societies, and reflect on the theories and practices of being qualitative researchers.
By focusing on key skills, this module provides a valuable foundation for conducting ethical, effective, and engaging qualitative research throughout your undergraduate degree.

IP110 Quantitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module is compulsory for students on a Liberal Arts with Economics Route.
In our capacity as learners, researchers, and members of society, we are continually exposed to statistics and data which, while it can shed light on the nature of the world around us, also has the capacity to confound and mislead. As such, it is vital that we understand both how to interpret the data which surrounds us, and also understand how to use this data to our advantage.
Year 2 Liberal Arts
Year 3 Liberal Arts
Core module - Liberal Arts students must study the following module:
Core module - Liberal Arts students must study the following module:

IP205 Consuming Cultures
30 CATS | Term 1 and Term 2 | read more
On this Year 2 core module, we explore a key context of contemporary life: consumer capitalist culture.
Drawing on interdisciplinary approaches, we examine consumer cultures and societies, practices of consumption, and what it means to be a consumer.

IP302 Dissertation
30 CATS | Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 | read more
On this final year module, you will design, develop, and produce an independent, interdisciplinary, research-based project. Your work can be critical, creative, or community-based, and explore any interdisciplinary topic you wish.
In addition, in Year 2 and/or Year 3 Liberal Arts students must complete at least 45 CATS of optional core modules from the list below.
Year 2 + Year 3 Liberal Arts Optional Core Modules
Most of the modules below have versions in Year 2 (200 level) and Year 3 (300 level) available: this means that you can choose to take the module in Year 2 or Year 3.

IP108 Qualitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
On this module, we explore qualitative approaches to researching people, cultures, and societies, and reflect on the theories and practices of being qualitative researchers.
By focusing on key skills, this module provides a valuable foundation for conducting ethical, effective, and engaging qualitative research throughout your undergraduate degree.

IP110 Quantitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module is compulsory for students on a Liberal Arts with Economics Route.
In our capacity as learners, researchers, and members of society, we are continually exposed to statistics and data which, while it can shed light on the nature of the world around us, also has the capacity to confound and mislead. As such, it is vital that we understand both how to interpret the data which surrounds us, and also understand how to use this data to our advantage.

IP108 Qualitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
On this module, we explore qualitative approaches to researching people, cultures, and societies, and reflect on the theories and practices of being qualitative researchers.
By focusing on key skills, this module provides a valuable foundation for conducting ethical, effective, and engaging qualitative research throughout your undergraduate degree.

IP110 Quantitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module is compulsory for students on a Liberal Arts with Economics Route.
In our capacity as learners, researchers, and members of society, we are continually exposed to statistics and data which, while it can shed light on the nature of the world around us, also has the capacity to confound and mislead. As such, it is vital that we understand both how to interpret the data which surrounds us, and also understand how to use this data to our advantage.

IP108 Qualitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
On this module, we explore qualitative approaches to researching people, cultures, and societies, and reflect on the theories and practices of being qualitative researchers.
By focusing on key skills, this module provides a valuable foundation for conducting ethical, effective, and engaging qualitative research throughout your undergraduate degree.

IP110 Quantitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module is compulsory for students on a Liberal Arts with Economics Route.
In our capacity as learners, researchers, and members of society, we are continually exposed to statistics and data which, while it can shed light on the nature of the world around us, also has the capacity to confound and mislead. As such, it is vital that we understand both how to interpret the data which surrounds us, and also understand how to use this data to our advantage.

IP108 Qualitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 1 | read more
On this module, we explore qualitative approaches to researching people, cultures, and societies, and reflect on the theories and practices of being qualitative researchers.
By focusing on key skills, this module provides a valuable foundation for conducting ethical, effective, and engaging qualitative research throughout your undergraduate degree.

IP110 Quantitative Methods
15 CATS | Term 2 | read more
This module is compulsory for students on a Liberal Arts with Economics Route.
In our capacity as learners, researchers, and members of society, we are continually exposed to statistics and data which, while it can shed light on the nature of the world around us, also has the capacity to confound and mislead. As such, it is vital that we understand both how to interpret the data which surrounds us, and also understand how to use this data to our advantage.
For students who joined us in 2022-23 or earlier, your core module requirements will be slightly different from students who began in later years. You are required to take both IP201 and IP205 in second year, and are not required to take any Liberal Arts optional modules (though you are welcome to do so). If you have any questions on the modules that you are required to take for your course, please speak with your personal tutor.
Honours-level optional modules (e.g. 200- and 300-level), Certificates, and Intercalated year opportunities are open to all eligible Liberal Arts students, regardless of start date.
External students
We're really happy to welcome students from across the University into our 200- and 300-level optional modules. Find out more.
Students starting in 2024-2025
First-year core modules
IP101 |
Dr William Rupp & Dr Kim Lockwood Clough | 0 CATS | Terms 1-2 | |
IP121 |
Dr Dannelle Gutarra Cordero | 30 CATS | Terms 1-2 |
First-year optional core modules
CHOOSE AT LEAST ONE RESEARCH METHODS MODULE: | ||||
IP110 |
Dr Lauren Bird | 15 CATS | Term 2 | |
IP108 |
Dr Kim Lockwood Clough | 15 CATS | Term 1 | |
CHOOSE AT LEAST ONE CRITICAL ISSUE MODULE: | ||||
IP120 |
Dr Dannelle Gutarra Cordero | 15 CATS | Term 2 | |
IP122 |
Dr William Rupp | 15 CATS | Term 1 |
Second-year core module
IP205 |
Dr Kim Lockwood Clough | 30 CATS | Terms 1-3 |
Intercalated year (optional)
Are you interested in extending your degree by a year? You can do so either via study abroad or work placement:
Study abroad year
An optional intercalated year abroad is available between your second year and final year. Dr Bryan Brazeau is the Department's Study Abroad Coordinator.
Work placement year
Final-year core module
IP302 |
Dissertation | Dr Bryan Brazeau | 30 CATS | Terms 1-3 |
Honours-level optional/optional core modules
All Liberal Arts students who joined us in 2023-2024 or later must take at least THREE optional core modules between their second and final year (45 CATS total).
Students who joined in 2022-2023 or earlier are welcome to take any of these modules, but there is no requirement that they do so.
Below are the optional / optional core modules running in 2024-2025.
Modules not running in 2024-2025
IP204 |
The Apocalyptic Imaginary | Dr Gavin Schwartz-Leeper | 15 CATS | Term 2 |
IP306 |
Dr Lauren Bird | 15 CATS | Term 2 | |
IP304 |
Dr Bryan Brazeau | 15 CATS | Term 1 | |
IP305 |
Dr Bryan Brazeau | 15 CATS | Term 2 |
Please note: Module availability and staffing may change year on year depending on availability and other operational factors. The School for Cross-faculty Studies makes no guarantee that any modules will be offered in a particular year, or that they will necessarily be taught by the staff listed on these pages.
First-year certificates
Extracurricular |
TBD | 6 weeks | Term 1, 2, or 3 | |
Extracurricular |
Certificate of Professional Communication with Work Placement |
Bodrun Nahar | 1 week plus placement | Term 3 |
Extracurricular |
NOT RUNNING IN 2023-24 |
2 workshops | Term 3 |
Second-year certificates
Extracurricular |
Coming soon: |
TBD | 6 weeks | Term 1, 2, or 3 |
Extracurricular |
Certificate of Coaching Practice | Dr Bob Thomson | 5 weeks | Term 2 |
Extracurricular |
Certificate of Professional Communication with Work Placement | Bodrun Nahar | 1 week plus placement | Term 3 |
Final-year certificate
Extracurricular |
Coming soon: |
TBD | 6 weeks | Term 1, 2, or 3 |
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