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    Liberal arts typically refers to the study of natural sciences. humanities, social sciences, and arts. Liberal arts programs are incredibly broad, giving students a fantastic opportunity to amass a wealth of knowledge and skills across several disciplines.

    The study of liberal arts can be traced right back to ancient periods, and the subject has developed greatly over centuries. As a liberal arts student, you’ll gain a fascinating insight into how the past has shaped modern society.

    Studying liberal arts abroad is a fantastic way for students to gain a deep understanding of the subject. You’ll have the chance to delve into a country’s culture, history, language, and literature, paving the way for a truly authentic experience.

    Liberal arts program structure

    Liberal arts can be studied at bachelor's, master’s, or PhD levels. Many universities allow students to study liberal arts as a sole subject, some even offer combined programs, allowing you to study it alongside another subject, like philosophy or sociology.

    At undergraduate level, a liberal arts degree usually takes three or four years to complete. Some programs offer placement years, allowing students to work or study overseas.

    Postgraduate liberal arts programs are largely offered as an MA, they generally last around one to two years. Once you have a master’s qualification, you’ll be eligible to study a PhD course if you wish to, which are around three to five years long,

    Liberal arts content is largely taught in the form of lectures, workshops, and seminars. Assessment methods usually involve coursework, presentations, and exams, but may differ between universities.

    The topics you’ll study will depend on the modules you choose, however, typical liberal arts modules include:

    • Classics
    • Languages
    • Politics
    • Religion
    • Anthropology
    • Mathematics
    Liberal arts program structure

    Liberal arts can be studied at bachelor's, master’s, or PhD levels. Many universities allow students to study liberal arts as a sole subject, some even offer combined programs, allowing you to study it alongside another subject, like philosophy or sociology.

    At undergraduate level, a liberal arts degree usually takes three or four years to complete. Some programs offer placement years, allowing students to work or study overseas.

    Postgraduate liberal arts programs are largely offered as an MA, they generally last around one to two years. Once you have a master’s qualification, you’ll be eligible to study a PhD course if you wish to, which are around three to five years long,

    Liberal arts content is largely taught in the form of lectures, workshops, and seminars. Assessment methods usually involve coursework, presentations, and exams, but may differ between universities.

    The topics you’ll study will depend on the modules you choose, however, typical liberal arts modules include:

    • Classics
    • Languages
    • Politics
    • Religion
    • Anthropology
    • Mathematics

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    Liberal arts undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in liberal arts

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      Biology - Liberal Arts - BSc Concord University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,186 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Chemistry - Liberal Arts - BSc/BA University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,800 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
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      Education/ Liberal Studies - Diversified Liberal Studies - BLS University of the Pacific, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      50,370 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      October, July, March, January
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      Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies - BSc James Madison University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      24,150 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, May, January
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      Interdisciplinary Studies - Liberal Arts - BSIS Auburn University at Montgomery, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      20,336 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, June, January
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    Associate in liberal arts

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      Liberal Arts: Emphasis in Cross Cultural Studies - AA Merritt College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August
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      Liberal Arts - AA College of Alameda, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, June, August
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      Liberal Arts & Sciences: Sports Medicine - ASc Mohawk Valley Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      6,892 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Liberal Arts (Transfer Pathway) - AA St. Charles Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      5,520 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Liberal Arts - Humanities and Social Science Specialization - AA Mount Aloysius College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,870 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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    Diploma in liberal arts

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      Liberal Arts - UGDip Douglas College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,000 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      May, January, September
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      Liberal Arts - Dip University of Regina, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,000 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, May, January
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      Liberal Arts - Dip University of the Fraser Valley, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,900 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      May, September, January
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    Certificate in liberal arts

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      Liberal Arts - Cert University of Regina, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      18,000 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, May, January
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      Liberal Arts: CSU General Education Breadth - Cert Berkeley City College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, August
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      Liberal Arts: CSU/GE Breadth - Cert Laney College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, June
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    Liberal arts graduate programs

    Master's in liberal arts

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      Liberal Arts - MA Keele University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,750 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Liberal Arts - MA University of Dundee, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,275 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Liberal Studies - MA University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,548 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Liberal Studies - MA DePaul University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      24,320 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January
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      Liberal Studies (Film and Media Studies) - MLSt Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,918 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August
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    Diploma in liberal arts

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      Liberal Arts - OCDip Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,531 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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    Future liberal arts careers

    A liberal arts degree is highly sought after in many industries, thanks to the multitude of transferable skills the qualification can bring. Many liberal arts graduates go on to work in politics, museums, public relations, education, and media.

    Skills from liberal arts qualifications are extremely useful in the following roles:

    • Statistician
    • Archivist
    • Journalist
    • Teacher
    • Social worker
    • Publicist
    • Writer
    • Economist

    If you know what job you want, it’s a great idea to gain work experience alongside your studies to develop your skills and boost your employability. Many universities have career centers to help you find jobs, internships, and volunteering opportunities.