Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students) BA
Swansea University
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Bachelor of Arts - BA

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Singleton Park Campus

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts - BA

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Singleton Park Campus

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Immerse yourself in the literature and poetry of Wales while learning about the social, cultural and political history of the Welsh language in this diverse degree programme. Our Welsh (second language pathway) degree programme offers you the opportunity to: • Study a wide range of literature including plays, short stories, novels and poetry from the medieval bardic tradition to modern protest songs. • Gain a solid foundation in oral and written Welsh language, grammar, linguistics and learn ...Read more

Immerse yourself in the literature and poetry of Wales while learning about the social, cultural and political history of the Welsh language in this diverse degree programme. Our Welsh (second language pathway) degree programme offers you the opportunity to:
• Study a wide range of literature including plays, short stories, novels and poetry from the medieval bardic tradition to modern protest songs.
• Gain a solid foundation in oral and written Welsh language, grammar, linguistics and learn valuable translation skills.
• Be taught by some of the leading Welsh authors and scholars - staff in the Welsh Department include Prifeirdd (Chief Bards) and winners of the Welsh Book of the Year Competition.
• Undertake valuable work experience with our strong links to industry
• Study optional modules in Gender and Culture with specialist researchers and lecturers.
• Study optional modules in Creative Writing. This degree programme is eligible for Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol scholarships, as well as the University's general and Welsh-medium scholarships and bursaries. The Welsh department at Swansea is ranked 2nd in the UK Overall for Celtic Studies (Times Good University Guide 2024). Our Employability Officer supports our students with information and advice which is backed up by the University’s Careers Service and Work Placement Team. 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 the world of work. Set in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the breathtaking Gower Peninsula, Swansea's multicultural campus community provides both a global perspective and a strong Welsh student community. You will be able to get involved in a wide range of clubs and societies including our active Welsh Society. Please visit our course page for more information: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/welsh/ba-welsh-second-language/#bbq=on

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
40/101
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
Welsh Studies
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
96%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Welsh Studies graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Welsh Studies graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Emma
06 Dec 23

Best is the lecturers they're so supportive and worst is lack of sufficient mental health support..Read more

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Emma
07 Dec 22

The location is incredible! I studied on Singleton Campus which is surrounded by breath taking beaches and stunning parks. The campus and the city itself has a very friendly..Read more

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A level

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BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:21,M:18 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H3,H3 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.

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.

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

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

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Emma
06 Dec 23
Cymraeg gyda Blwyddyn mewn Gwaith (llwybr i fyfyrwyr iaith gyntaf) BA (Hons)
Best is the lecturers they're so supportive and worst is lack of sufficient mental health support...
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Emma
07 Dec 22
Welsh (a Pathway for Second Language Students) BA
The location is incredible! I studied on Singleton Campus which is surrounded by breath taking beaches and stunning parks. The campus and the city itself has a very friendly...
Read more
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Swansea University is renowned for its excellence in research, teaching reputation and delightful seafront location....

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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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