History, BA (Hons)

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.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.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.The second year gives you a chance to study abroad for a semester in the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore and later studies are shaped by modules around your specific historical interest and a substantial dissertation project.A range of work placement programmes throughout the course 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, which organises social events and cultural activities.Our 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. Visit our course page for more information. www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history

Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of compulsory modules from recent years including: • Making History • Europe of Extremes, 1789-1989 • Britain and the World, 1800-2000 Your second and third years will comprise a mix of optional and compulsory modules from a expansive range of subject areas. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • The Global First World War • The Golden Age of Spain and Portugal, 1450-1700 • Refugees in the Twentieth Century Your final year will also include a compulsory independent dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history