Modern Languages and English Literature, BA (Hons), with study abroad

The BA in Modern Languages and English Literature with a Year Abroad at Swansea University is a dynamic programme that fosters transferable skills valued by employers, unlocking diverse career pathways. Students explore French, German, or Spanish alongside centuries of English literature, engaging with global communities through topics spanning Renaissance writings, Gothic fiction, 19th-century works, modernity, contemporary narratives, gender and culture, creative writing, language, history, cinema, translation, and teaching.Situated on the picturesque Singleton Park campus overlooking Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula, the programme excels in rankings: Modern Languages at Swansea ranks 1st in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025) and top for learning opportunities, teaching, and student voice (NSS 2024); English Literature ranks 11th for Research Impact (REF 2021), top 25 for student satisfaction, experience, and teaching quality (various guides 2025), and top 101-150 worldwide (QS 2024), with 97% of graduates in employment or further study 15 months post-graduation (HESA 2023). Led by internationally acclaimed writers, linguists, and translators, the course includes a transformative year abroad at partner institutions in Europe or Latin America, or as an English language teaching assistant, enhancing global perspectives and employability.