Develop the skills to understand and influence a changing world.

At King’s Arts & Humanities, you'll join a community of students and academics exploring the ideas, cultures and histories that shape our world.

Our eleven departments cover a wide range of subjects, from Philosophy, Classics, Theology, English and History to Digital Humanities, Film Studies, Liberal Arts, and Culture, Media & Creative Industries.

Home to more than 5,000 students and 600 PhD researchers, King's is one of the UK's largest Arts and Humanities faculties. Ranked 5th in the UK, 6th in Europe and 21st globally for Arts & Humanities (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026), we offer students access to internationally recognised teaching and research in the heart of London.

Whether you're interested in languages and literature, history and philosophy, or contemporary media and digital culture, you'll find opportunities to develop your interests, challenge your thinking and engage with perspectives from across the globe.

Undergraduate Courses

Postgraduate Taught Courses

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts BA - Friday 16 October, 3:30-4:30pm - book here

Philosophy BA- Wednesday 14 October 4:00-5:00pm - book here

Global Media & Languages BA - Thursday 29th October 3:30-4:30pm - book here

Postgraduate

Upcoming postgraduate taster events will be shared here. 

An Arts & Humanities degree equips you with the skills to understand a complex world and shape its future. Through studying culture, language, history, literature, philosophy and the arts, you'll develop highly sought-after abilities including:

• Critical thinking, 
• Communication, 
• Creativity, 
• Research and problem-solving. 

These are the skills employers increasingly value in a fast-changing, technology-driven workplace.

According to the latest Graduate Outcomes data, 86% of King's Arts & Humanities graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.

King's is ranked 6th in the UK for Graduate Employability (Times Higher Education 2026), reflecting the strong outcomes and career readiness of its graduates.

The versatility of an Arts & Humanities degree opens doors to a wide range of careers. King's graduates go on to work across sectors including:

• Marketing, PR and Communications
• Media, Journalism and Publishing
• Business, Consulting and Project Management
• Government, Public Policy and the Civil Service
• Law and Legal Services
• Education, Teaching and Research
• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• Technology, Digital Content and UX Research
• Non-profit, Charity and Social Impact Organisations
• Creative Industries, including film, theatre and design 

Supported by dedicated careers guidance, industry partnerships, alumni networks and work-related learning opportunities, King's students graduate with the confidence, experience and global perspective to pursue ambitious careers in the UK and around the world.

Careers support specific to A&H

As well as King’s outstanding careers support including 121 careers guidance, interview and CV support and post-graduate support for 2 years, you'll also benefit from specialist careers support tailored to Arts & Humanities students.

Throughout your degree you'll have opportunities to connect with alumni, employers and industry professionals through networking events, guest lectures, careers panels, workshops and masterclasses. Opportunities include:

• Literary careers events (eg) networking with literary agencies and careers panels hosted by the Royal Society of Literature

• Alumni networking evenings across departments including Classics, History and Languages

• Guest speakers from industry and professional sectors integrated into modules

• Workshops, panels, masterclasses and networking opportunities

• King’s Insights Programme where successful applicants can participate in business treks, workshops, policy labs and engage in employer-led industry challenges and briefs.

Don't just take our word for it, here's what some of our students and alumni have said about their studies in Arts & Humanities. 

The Faculty of Arts & Humanities works closely with leading organisations across the cultural, creative, media, and technology sectors, creating opportunities for students and academics to engage beyond the university.

Through partnerships with organisations such as the BBC, Microsoft, OpenAI, and ITV, the Faculty collaborates on research, public engagement, and exploring the social and cultural impact of emerging technologies.

At the same time, relationships with institutions including the British Library, British Film Institute (BFI), Shakespeare's Globe, Royal Opera & Ballet, and Tate enrich teaching and research through access to collections, archives, performances, specialist expertise, and collaborative projects.

Together, these partnerships help students gain real-world experience while ensuring the Faculty's research and teaching remain connected to contemporary cultural and industry developments.

Find out more about our industry partners here.