Studying a History and Spanish degree allows you to explore a cross-section of profoundly different periods and historically significant worlds, alongside a study of Spanish language, culture and fiction.
Our four-year degree helps to provide graduates with a wealth of inspiring career opportunities thanks to numerous transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. During your year spent in Spain, you will either study at a university, teach in a school or work in a business.
Your early studies will concentrate on the early modern world from and modern Br...
Studying a History and Spanish degree allows you to explore a cross-section of profoundly different periods and historically significant worlds, alongside a study of Spanish language, culture and fiction.<br/><br/>Our four-year degree helps to provide graduates with a wealth of inspiring career opportunities thanks to numerous transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. During your year spent in Spain, you will either study at a university, teach in a school or work in a business.<br/><br/>Your early studies will concentrate on the early modern world from and modern British history, together with Spanish language and culture. But whether your true passion lies in medieval Europe, revolutionary America or the unique cultural environment of Paris, our generous range of modules has it covered. <br/><br/>Swansea is a perfect gateway to the past. Within a short journey you will discover magnificent castles such as Pembroke and Manorbier, as well as medieval churches and fortresses in the Gower.<br/><br/>Based on our stunning Singleton Park Campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, you will have the ability to tailor your degree according to your specific interests as you progress. <br/><br/>Later studies are shaped by modules around your specific interests. You may pursue vocational themes in translation and language teaching, and three separate work placement programmes are available to help prepare you for graduate life.<br/><br/>History and Spanish students typically develop oral and writing skills through presenting ideas in different formats, supported by strong research and rigorous analysis. Assessment is conducted through essays, coursework, examination, presentations and a dissertation. Teaching is informed by a vibrant and supportive research environment that unites academics, postgraduates and visiting scholars around shared subject matter.<br/><br/>A year in Spain will enrich the study experience and boosts your career prospects. Graduates have progressed to careers in sectors such as education, heritage, business, media, politics and humanitarian services. Employers have included Mercedes-Benz, English Heritage and St Fagans National History Museum.<br/><br/>History at Swansea is ranked:<br/>• 16th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2023*)<br/>*Based on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2023 when ranked against 33 universities featured in the Times Good University Guide.<br/><br/>Spanish at Swansea is ranked: <br/>• Top 25 for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024)<br/><br/>Please visit our course page for more information: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/history/ba-history-spanish
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Singleton Park Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
RV41
Institution Code
S93
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff120 Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 International students will also require a score of 4 at Higher Level English Language or Literature, or 5 at Standard Level English Language or Literature. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H3,H3,H3,H3 GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSEs: English/Welsh Language Grade C, Spanish Grade B Extended ProjectWe recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Swansea University will accept the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate as fully equivalent to one A-Level. A levelB,B,B |
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