English Language with a Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
Swansea University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Singleton Park Campus 1

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4 Years

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

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4 Years

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English Language with a foundation year, explores how language works, and how societies communicate.The foundation year gives you an exciting introduction to higher education, exploring the humanities and social sciences before progressing to the full degree programme. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after further education or if you are returning to education after a gap. Studying this four-year degree opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop ...Read more

English Language with a foundation year, explores how language works, and how societies communicate.The foundation year gives you an exciting introduction to higher education, exploring the humanities and social sciences before progressing to the full degree programme. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after further education or if you are returning to education after a gap. Studying this four-year degree opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers. Our English Language degree will put you in a great position to succeed in a variety of careers.Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors including: Education and teaching, Marketing and social mediaProject administration, Media and Public Relations, Speech Therapy

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47th
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
40th
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lai yiu
06 Dec 23

There are so many societies for students to join. There are also many organizations that support students,like the campus life. Therefore, students can have fruitful life in..Read more

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Hannah
06 Dec 23

Friendly environment and safe..Read more

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A level

A level:

CDD - DDD Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

72 - 80 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

We require a minimum of 5 passes at Grade A*-C, including Welsh/English Language Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales:

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£9,535 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£18,400 per year

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£18,400 per year

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lai yiu
06 Dec 23
There are so many societies for students to join. There are also many organizations that support students,like the campus life. Therefore, students can have fruitful life in...
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Hannah
06 Dec 23
Friendly environment and safe...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

In 2023, the WhatUni Student Choice Awards ranked Swansea University 6th in the UK for Career Prospects, reflecting the...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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