The Institute of Humanities, Arts, Society and Political Studies is a diverse, supportive and collaborative academic community where colleagues innovate, explore and create across Creative Writing, English Literature, History, International Relations, Museum and Heritage Development, Philosophy, Politics and Sociology. Our community brings together different perspectives, methods and creative practices to deepen understanding of the historic, cultural, social and political forces shaping the contemporary world.
We foster a vibrant, inclusive environment grounded in scholarship, research and professional practice. Colleagues contribute to theoretically informed and applied research that engages with global issues, local challenges, cultural change and social justice. Our teaching is researchinformed, outwardlooking and committed to developing both intellectual and practical skills, ensuring students graduate with confidence, curiosity and strong employability.
Partnerships with civic, cultural and international organisations strengthen our work and ensure it remains valuedriven and externally relevant. Whether collaborating with museums, heritage bodies, media organisations, policy partners or community groups, our staff play an active role in shaping public understanding and contributing to meaningful social and cultural impact.
The Institute offers an ambitious, collegial setting for colleagues who want to develop their research and scholarship, innovate in teaching and contribute to a dynamic academic community dedicated to excellence.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Dr Andy Gritt, Director of IHASPS at [email protected]
