Foundation Year Humanities and Arts
Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Why choose this course?
Are you thinking of returning to education after a break? Do you want to have another go at getting some qualifications? Are you contemplating a different degree, and want to get a flavour of it before committing to three years?
This foundation year offers you an entry route into university if you lack A-levels, have A-levels in unrelated subjects, are a mature student or would simply like an introduction to degree-level study.
Classes are interactive and student-focused and provide regular opportunities for feedback, discussion and critical thinking, encouraging deep and reflective learning.
If you want to be part of a creative, vibrant, and cutting-edge humanities programme, then this course is for you.
To apply for the foundation course, please use the application link on the course page of your chosen pathway.
Reasons to choose Kingston
- This course will provide you with the essential skills needed to study for an undergraduate degree. We're here to help you reach your potential; at the end of the foundation degree, you'll be well-equipped and qualified to study a range of humanities and arts disciplines, either as a single subject or in combination.
- The foundation year is not subject-specific; you'll be able to explore a range of subjects, including literature, language, creative writing, journalism and media.
- As well as gaining subject-specific knowledge, you can attend events with award-winning published authors, participate in Centre for Modern and European Philosophy debates, and hear readings from members of our Writers' Centre, Kingston.
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Curriculum
What you will study
You will study four-year-long creative arts and humanities modules during the degree. Classes are interactive and student-focused. They provide regular opportunities for feedback, discussion and critical thinking, encouraging deep and reflective learning. In addition to the credit-bearing modules, you can learn a language for free as part of the innovative Kingston Language Scheme.
Foundation year
You will study four-year-long creative arts and humanities modules during the degree. You will study a range of different texts, including our Big Read novel, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce, Shakespeare's Henry V, and the 2017 Oscar-winning film Call Me By Your Name.
Core modules
- Radical Imaginations
- Being Human: History and the History of Ideas
- Humanities in Action: Identity, Voice and Style
- Communication in Context and Practice
Please note
Optional modules only run if there is enough demand. If we have an insufficient number of students interested in an optional module, that module will not be offered for this course.
Program Outcome
After you graduate
Upon completion of this year-long course, you will be well prepared for an undergraduate degree in a range of arts and humanities subjects.
Career Opportunities
After you graduate
Upon completion of this year-long course, you will be well prepared for an undergraduate degree in a range of arts and humanities subjects.