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Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students) at Swansea University - UCAS

Swansea University

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)

Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students)

Course summary

Our Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students), BA (Hons) is a forward-looking, research-led, three-year degree which will give you the range of knowledge and skills needed for an exciting and rewarding career in this field. It is a fast-growing area of study that draws on the disciplines of the Welsh language, Welsh language rights, multiculturism, language and society and literature. As well as psychology, philosophy, history and the social sciences focusing on understanding how people learn and how structures of education operate to foster life-long learning and personal development. Celtic Studies at Swansea is ranked: 2nd in the UK for Research Quality (Complete University Guide 2024) 4th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024) 2nd in the UK for Learning Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024) 2nd in the UK overall - Celtic Studies (Times Good University Guide 2024) Education at Swansea is ranked: Top 20 in the UK for Research Quality (Complete University Guide 2024) 95% of graduates in employment &/or study, or doing other activities, such as travelling, 15 months after leaving Swansea University (HESA 2023) Employability is a key theme and you will have the chance to put your study into practice through optional work placements that include local schools, authorities, businesses and charities. You will study the theory linked to learning, teaching and assessment and will gain an understanding of curriculum design. You will need an additional Initial Teacher Education (ITE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualification to become a teacher. You will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. If you wish to receive more information, please get in touch with us on [email protected]

Modules

In your first year of your undergraduate Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students), BA (Hons) degree you will study areas that include contemporary education; the origin and theory of educational research and education in other countries. The majority of first year modules will be compulsory and include:

  • Defnyddio'r Iaith
  • What is Teaching and Learning
  • Philosophy and Theory in Education
  • Education Research Skills in Action
Your second and final years will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules in areas that include child development; educational neuroscience and difference and diversity in education. Examples of compulsory modules from recent years include:
  • Hawliau laith yn y Cyd destun Rhyngwladol
  • Canu Gwleidyddol
  • Cyfraith Hywel
  • Employability Decision Making and Work Experience
  • Childhood Studies
Your final year will include a compulsory independent research based dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our course page at https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/education-childhood-studies/ba-education-welsh-second-language/ or get in touch with us at [email protected]

Assessment method

Throughout your undergraduate Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students), BA (Hons) degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. We offer a range of assessment methods, including:

  • Essays and written reports
  • Presentations (poster and oral)
  • Reflective and video blogs
  • Group work
  • Research proposals
  • Examinations
For a full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/education-childhood-studies/ba-education-welsh-second-language/ or get in touch with us at [email protected]


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
X2P6
Institution code:
S93
Campus name:
Singleton Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


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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55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
Go onto work and study

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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

For the latest fee information, please check the individual course page on our website. Our full range of programmes are listed here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/ Further information on tuition fees can be found here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/
Education and Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students) at Swansea University - UCAS