Course summary
This three-year degree enables you to explore a wide cross-section of different periods and historically significant worlds. Your studies will span medieval, early modern and modern history, covering British, Welsh, European, American and World history. You will also learn about Welsh language rights, multiculturalism and Welsh Language and Literature throughout the centuries. Whether your true passion lies in Medieval Europe, Revolutionary America or the Cold War, you can choose from wide ranging themes and modules. These include studies in gender, sexuality and inequalities, heritage, memory, medicine, health and disability, war, violence and peace. Elective Welsh modules are taught in Welsh to help you refine your Welsh language skills. Based on our stunning Singleton Park Campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, Swansea is a perfect gateway to the medieval past. Within a short journey are magnificent castles such as Pembroke and Manorbier, as well as medieval churches and fortresses in the Gower. A range of work placements are available to help prepare you for graduate life. Teaching is informed by a vibrant and supportive research environment of academics, students and visiting scholars. Students are also involved in wider university clubs and societies including the History Society and our active and robust Welsh Society, which organises social and sporting events and cultural activities. Our History and Welsh students typically develop effective oral and writing skills through presenting ideas in different formats, supported by strong research and analysis skills. They go on to work in a variety of career sectors including education, media and public relations, heritage and museums, business and management, law, and public services. 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. Celtic Studies at Swansea is ranked: • 2nd in the UK (Times Good University Guide 2024) • 2nd in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024) • 2nd in the UK for Research Quality (Complete University Guide 2024)
Modules
Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of compulsory modules from recent years including: • Making History • Defnyddio'r laith • Field Trip Module: The Past in Its Place Your second year will also be a mixture of compulsory and optional modules. Examples of compulsory modules from recent year have included: • History, Heritage and Classics Study Trip • Cyflwyniad I Ysgrifennu Creadigol • The Practice of History Your third and final year will be comprised entirely of optional modules allowing you to shape your own learning. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history-welsh-second-language
Assessment method
We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include: • Podcasts • Website Building • Oral Presentations • Recording a Radio Bulletin • Creating and Presenting a Microlesson • Book Reviews Throughout your undergraduate degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For a full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history-welsh-second-language
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QV51
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are an international applicant please visit our international pages for more information and details on how to apply: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/international/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 - 112 points
A level - ABB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 24 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 33 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP