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

This four-year BA in History and Welsh offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse historical periods, including medieval, early modern, and modern eras across British, Welsh, European, American, and global contexts. Students delve into topics such as Welsh language rights, multiculturalism, gender, sexuality, heritage, and conflict, with opportunities to enhance Welsh language skills through dedicated modules. Set on Swansea's scenic Singleton Park Campus, near historic sites like Pembroke Castle, the program includes a third-year industry placement and culminates in tailored modules and a dissertation.The curriculum blends compulsory and optional modules, such as "Making History" and field trips, with assessments ranging from essays and exams to podcasts and oral presentations. Supported by a vibrant research environment, graduates develop strong analytical and communication skills, leading to careers in education, media, heritage, and public services. History at Swansea ranks 16th in the UK for student satisfaction (NSS 2023), while Celtic Studies is 2nd for teaching and research quality (Times Good University Guide 2024 and Complete University Guide 2024).

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 year will be spent on an industrial placement. 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: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history-welsh-second-language