Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Every aspect of the work of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences is rooted in a commitment to celebrate diversity, promote equality of opportunity, and pursue academic excellence.
The Faculty Schools
Chester School of Education
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School for the Creative Industries
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School of Humanities and Social Sciences
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School of Law and Social Justice
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Study with us
The Faculty seeks to equip students to be confident, effective and highly skilled graduates. As a student of the Faculty, you will discover and understand what it means to be a part of an increasingly complex but connected and globalised world, and the positive difference that they each can make on the world.

Explore, push boundaries, create and innovate
The Faculty is a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment where students and staff can explore, push boundaries, create, and innovate. The Faculty is a safe space in which human diversity is valued and celebrated, and where every student can have confidence that they will be supported in working towards and achieving their full potential.
Faculty Leadership
Professor Darren Sproston
Assoc Dean (Education & Student Success)
Dr Jo Bacon
Assoc Dean - P/ships, Entprse & Recruit
Professor Simon Grennan
Professor
Upcoming events
PGCert in Psychological Trauma - Online information event for Oct 2026 start
arrow_forward_iosThis online information event will introduce you to the content and structure of our programme, interactive and Q&A.
Theology and Religious Studies Postgraduate 'Find Out More' Event
arrow_forward_iosOur Theology and Religious Studies 'Find Out More' event gives you the chance to meet both staff and students in an informal and friendly atmosphere.
Childhood, Education and Professional Development Postgraduate Information Event
arrow_forward_iosAdvance your career with CEPD courses designed to refine your expertise, strengthen critical practice, and support sustained professional growth.
Latest Newsand Opinion
Results
Chester studies spark new Agatha Christie-inspired novel
June 24, 2026
What Happens When You End Up at Your Insurance Choice?
June 16, 2026
University event celebrates the Creative Industries
June 8, 2026