History and Welsh (a pathway for First Language Students), BA (Hons), with study abroad

This four-year BA in History and Welsh offers a comprehensive exploration of historical periods from medieval to modern, spanning British, Welsh, European, American, and global contexts. Students study themes such as gender, sexuality, war, multiculturalism, and Welsh language rights, with options for Welsh-language modules. Based at Swansea's scenic campus near historical landmarks, the programme includes a third-year abroad, work placements, and tailored final-year modules, culminating in a dissertation. It fosters skills in research, analysis, and communication within a vibrant academic environment.Assessment features a mix of essays, exams, podcasts, presentations, and creative projects. The course ranks 16th in the UK for student satisfaction in History (NSS 2023) and 2nd for teaching and research quality in Celtic Studies (Times Good University Guide 2024). Graduates often enter fields like education, media, heritage, and public services, equipped with strong analytical abilities.

Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of compulsory modules from recent years including: • Making History • Cymraeg Proffesiynol 1 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 year will be spent studying abroad. Your fourth 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: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history-welsh-first-language/