English Literature and History BA (Hons)
Swansea University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Singleton Park Campus

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Start date

23-SEP-24

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Duration

3 Years

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Qualification

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

Location

Singleton Park Campus

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Start date

23-SEP-24

Duration

3 Years

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English Literature and History is a diverse and challenging course which stretches from medieval to modern times. Explore over a thousand years of literature from the early medieval period to the present day, while also delving into some provocative questions that writing can unveil around gender, culture and more. This three-year course covers both national and global literature including Renaissance and Gothic genres, 19th century literature and contemporary fiction. You can also select ...Read more

English Literature and History is a diverse and challenging course which stretches from medieval to modern times. Explore over a thousand years of literature from the early medieval period to the present day, while also delving into some provocative questions that writing can unveil around gender, culture and more. This three-year course covers both national and global literature including Renaissance and Gothic genres, 19th century literature and contemporary fiction. You can also select modules around creative and professional writing. A wide range of history modules will enable you to select areas that match your interests and may include medieval Europe, 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, and the Cold War. Swansea is the birthplace of Dylan Thomas, widely regarded by many literary scholars as one of the twentieth century's most influential lyrical poets, and amongst the finest of all time. The university’s links to the legacy of Dylan Thomas remain with our annual Dylan Thomas Prize for Literature and through research carried out in our Centre for Research into the English Literature and Language of Wales (CREW). Throughout this course you will also have the opportunity to get involved in projects with the Dylan Thomas Centre and the National Theatre Wales. Set in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the breathtaking Gower Peninsula, the university's location provides an excellent place to study. Students can enjoy both a thriving city and beautiful beaches and coastlines. Outside of their studies, our students benefit from our lively English Student Society, which organises a range of literary, social and cultural events. Our degree programmes aim to support students prepare for their future world of work. You will access support and guidance through the university’s Careers Service and Work Placement Team and all students have access to events, workshops and employer talks, including an annual conference for students in June to support final year students with the transition into employment or further study. On this degree programme, you can further enhance your student experience with the option to study abroad for a semester in countries such as Hong Kong, China, Singapore, North America or Canada. English Literature at Swansea is ranked top 10 for Overall Satisfaction (NSS 2022) and top 20 in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2023). History at Swansea is ranked top 20 for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023) and top 20 for Teaching (NSS 2022). Graduates go on to enter careers in a wide range of sectors including education, marketing, social media and project administration. Please visit our course page for more information. https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/english-literature-creative-writing/ba-english-literature-history/

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English
WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
12/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
30th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
40th
History
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
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100%
Average salary
Average salary
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History graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
Literature in English
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Literature in English graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Literature in English graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Eilidh
06 Dec 23

The lecturers are all very helpful and friendly. I do think more could be done to give final year students work experience in a creative..Read more

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Chloe
06 Dec 23

love the location..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:21,M:24 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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

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Access to Humanities Course

We 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.

GCSEs: English/Welsh Language Grade C

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.

Swansea University will accept the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate as fully equivalent to one A-Level.

Popular A-level subjects

Literature in English

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
62%
History
34%
English Language & Literature
24%
English Language
20%
Psychology
17%
HESA
History

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

History
60%
Psychology
46%
English Literature
23%
Biology
15%
Religious Studies & Theology
15%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,000 per year

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Students from England

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£15,850 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,850 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£15,850 per year

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Eilidh
06 Dec 23
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The lecturers are all very helpful and friendly. I do think more could be done to give final year students work experience in a creative...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

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Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
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