Course summary

Studying a History and German degree allows you to explore a cross-section of profoundly different periods and historically significant worlds, alongside a study of German language, culture and fiction. Our four-year degree helps to provide graduates with a wealth of inspiring career opportunities thanks to numerous transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. During your year spent in Germany, you will either study at a university, teach in a school or work in a business. Your early studies will concentrate on the early modern world from and modern British history, together with German language and culture. But whether your true passion lies in medieval Europe, revolutionary America or the unique cultural environment of Paris, our generous range of modules has it covered. Swansea is a perfect gateway to the past. Within a short journey you will discover magnificent castles such as Pembroke and Manorbier, as well as medieval churches and fortresses in the Gower. Based on our stunning Singleton Park Campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, you will have the ability to tailor your degree according to your specific interests as you progress. Later studies are shaped by modules around your specific interests. You may pursue vocational themes in translation and language teaching, and three separate work placement programmes are available to help prepare you for graduate life. History and German students typically develop oral and writing skills through presenting ideas in different formats, supported by strong research and rigorous analysis. Assessment is conducted through essays, coursework, examination, presentations and a dissertation. Teaching is informed by a vibrant and supportive research environment that unites academics, postgraduates and visiting scholars around shared subject matter. A year in Germany will enrich the study experience and boosts your career prospects. Graduates have progressed to careers in sectors such as education, heritage, business, media, politics and humanitarian services. Employers have included Mercedes-Benz, English Heritage and St Fagans National History Museum. History at Swansea is ranked: • 16th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2023*) *Based on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2023 when ranked against 33 universities featured in the Times Good University Guide. German at Swansea is ranked: • 11th in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2024) • Top 20 in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024) Please visit our course page for more information: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/modern-lang-translation-interpretation/ba-german-history