Course summary

This programme offers a fresh approach to developing academic skills within the arts and humanities, featuring a flexible and interdisciplinary degree structure that allows you to study more than one subject in a meaningful and connected way. You will gain a broad understanding of major global issues, including those related to the environment and social justice, while also developing an awareness of the importance of civic engagement. This is a Single Honours programme. However, a distinctive feature is the opportunity to specialise in areas of personal interest through secondary subject pathways, including Comparative Literature, Film & Television Studies, English Literature, History, Philosophy, and Theatre Studies. As a result, you will graduate with an MA in Liberal Arts ‘with’ your chosen pathway; for example, MA Liberal Arts with Comparative Literature. Why study this course at the University of Glasgow? The University is an ideal setting for liberal arts study, offering a broad, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration across diverse subjects. With renowned faculty, a wide range of academic pathways, and a focus on global issues, Glasgow empowers you to tailor your studies to your interests within a vibrant city that blends rich history with modern creativity. The University of Glasgow is a world top 60 institution for Arts & Humanities (THE World University Rankings, 2025). We have been at the forefront of delivering teaching, learning and research in the arts and humanities since 1451. Glasgow is the UK's top cultural and creative city (European Commission, 2019) and a UNESCO City of Music. Our city is home to more than 100 cultural organisations, including the Burrell Collection (Art Fund 2023 Museum of the Year), the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, and five internationally renowned performing arts companies. Career Prospects? This programme will enhance your career prospects by encouraging the development of clear and effective communication skills, both in writing and speech, for academic and non-academic audiences. Graduates will be equipped to engage in sophisticated critical thinking and reflect on their civic responsibilities in a way that sets them apart. You will be capable of conducting original, independent research and approaching topics from an interdisciplinary perspective, while demonstrating strong time management, IT proficiency, and presentation expertise.