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English Literature 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

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

English Literature and History is a diverse and challenging course which stretches from medieval to modern times. This course seeks to answer some provocative questions and opens up a range of career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills wanted by employers. You will have the chance to explore national and global literatures including Renaissance literature, Gothic and genre fiction, 19th century and contemporary literature, creative and professional writing or medieval Europe, modern medicine or the Cold War. You also have the opportunity for a semester abroad in the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore – an exciting and rewarding experience, which will further enhance your career prospects. You can choose from a wide range of modules in English literature, creative writing and history to shape your course to match your interests.Topics available can include: national and global literature from Beowulf to the present day, Renaissance literature, Gothic and genre fiction, 19th century literature, contemporary fiction, gender and culture, creative and professional writing as well as modern British social history, the history of religion, health and medicine, gender and women’s history, cultural history, the history and memory of war and conflict, public history and heritage.Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors including: education, journalism, media and public relations and public services.

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£ 18,400per year

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales

Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    47th out of 93 11

    40th out of 90 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    130 61%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    74th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.31 83%

    23rd

    2
  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    131 64%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    67th

    9
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    23rd

    1

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