Social Sciences and Humanities

Discover where a degree in the social sciences and humanities can take you

Our School of Social Sciences and Humanities covers a wide range of subjects at the interface of society and the environment across its five interdisciplinary divisons: Communication and Media; Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy; English and Liberal Arts; Geography and Environment; and International Relations, Politics and History.

Our courses are designed to inspire you and equip you with the skills to go out into the world and make a difference. As a Loughborough student, your time at University will be enhanced by a wide range of extra curriculur opportunities aimed at giving you the best student experience possible, and the chance to follow your interests wherever they may take you. You will also benefit from the insights of inspiring academics, who are keen to pass on their knowledge and passion for their research to you.

Hear from our students, academics and graduates

Studying for a degree in social sciences and humanities at Loughborough opens up a world of opportunities, as demonstrated by the stories below, which detail our students', academics' and graduates' journeys, that all started at Loughborough.

Explore our courses

Our online prospectus gives you the lowdown on all of our courses. Find out what you'll study, how you'll study and what your career prospects are.

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