To understand America’s history, culture and politics is to appreciate the forces that shape the world today. American Studies explores the culture, history and politics of the most influential country in the world, from colonization to the present. It addresses some of the most pressing issues in our contemporary world, including globalization and struggles for racial justice.You can shape the degree to your own interests, whether in US popular culture or political protest. You also have the chance to study for a year or a semester in the United States, discovering the subject first hand.American Studies at Swansea is ranked top 5 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Times Good University Guide 2023).The breadth of American Studies fosters transferable skills valued by employers, including creative thinking, critical awareness, team working, and advanced oral and written communication skills. American Studies graduates are known for their adaptability and creativity because the course requires students to make connections between disciplines and traditions.Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors including: Education, Marketing, Government, Research, Events management