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American Studies and History with a Year Abroad - BA (Hons)

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Singleton Park Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

On this fascinating four-year BA degree program, you will have the chance to explore the culture, history and politics of the United States of America, alongside many aspects of British, European and World History.This degree program covers the period of American history from colonization through to the recent Trump presidency as well as spanning many history topics from the Crusades through the Enlightenment to 20th Century Europe. Tailor this varied and flexible course to suit your interests, whether in American film, music, race, gender, civil rights and political protest to international relations, political economy, and conflict and peace. It addresses some of the most pressing issues in our contemporary world, including globalization and struggles for racial justice. As part of this programme, you will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, including the USA, with opportunities varying each year. If you wish to receive more information, please get in touch with us on study@swansea.ac.uk Teaching on this course is informed by our world-leading research and you can attend seminars organised through our guest speaker program. Visiting American professors also offer modules as part of the degree, and with more than 150 American students studying at Swansea each year, you will have access to a ready-made network of contacts with links stretching across the USA.You will develop a wide range of transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers, including oral, writing and presentation skills, along with expertise across research and problem-solving. Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors ranging from education, heritage and museums, media and public relations, law and public services.Study at Swansea and you’ll be based on our Singleton Campus in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsular, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outside of your lectures, you’ll be able to join our student societies, including the History Society and American Studies Society.

Tuition fees

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£ 19,300per year

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    41st

  • Campus address

    Singleton Park Campus, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    51st out of 91 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    118 58%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    56.0 56%

    74th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.25 81%

    45th

    22

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