COMBINED HONOURS
FOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE 1 (TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2024) IN THE UK ST MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS
FOR GRADUATE PROSPECTS 1 (TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2024) IN THE UK ST AMERICAN STUDIES
ENGLISH RANKED TOP 101-150 IN THE WORLD (QS WORLD RANKINGS 2024)
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WELCOME
A warm welcome to the School of Culture and Communication at Swansea University, where dynamic teaching and renowned research go hand in hand. Our vibrant School brings together a team of experts who are leaders in their fields, delivering world- class education and ground-breaking research. Our various research institutes and networks tackle a series of global challenges that impact society and contributes to our civic mission. We believe in the power of real-world learning, and our dedicated academic community encourages our students to explore the practical applications of academic theories, whilst providing significant support in lectures, seminars, and as personal tutors. Our students are an integral part of our community, and we are proud to welcome students from all backgrounds who contribute to our vibrant culture. From assisting with research projects, to running societies and organising events, our students have the opportunity to actively contribute to our community, making meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning experience that nurtures excellence, enables you to become an independent thinker, and prepares you for your chosen career path. Whether you turn the pages, visit our website, or follow us on social media, I hope we can inspire you to study at Swansea on a course that is right for you.
WE OFFER:
Flexible, interdisciplinary modules across a range of humanities subjects The opportunity to create your own personalised degree programme Semester, Year Abroad and Year in Industry opportunities
Adaptability and flexibility Critical thinking and analytical reasoning Effective communication and writing proficiency Problem-solving abilities and ethical reasoning SKILLS ACQUIRED:
OUR STUDENTS:
Benefit from extensive support and guidance Are equipped with skills for rewarding careers. Are actively involved in university clubs and societies and research.
Professor Ryan Murphy Executive Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
COMBINED HONOURS Tailor your studies across literature and culture, heritage and history, media and modern languages to explore the influence of the Humanities upon the world in which we live. This interdisciplinary degree programme is as individual as you are. If your interests lie in the Humanities, it will allow you to create your own, personalised degree programme, through an open-ended combination of modules and subject areas. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to explore diverse disciplines and examine political, social, cultural, economic, and ideological influences on societies past and present. The result is a blend of knowledge, ability and experience that is unique to each student. OUR DEGREE
Y100 Y10A Y10I
Combined Honours, BA (Hons) Combined Honours, BA (Hons) with a Year Abroad Combined Honours, BA (Hons) with a Year in Industry
You will have wide-ranging choices in modules across the following humanities subject areas:
American Studies (Literature and History), Ancient History, Classical Studies (including Greek and Latin Language options), Creative Writing, Cymraeg/Welsh (Culture or Language), English Language, Applied Linguistics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), English Literature, Egyptology, Film and Visual Culture, History, Media Modern Languages (French; German; Spanish). It is also possible to study some modules across the subject areas of Cymraeg, Media and Modern Languages through the medium of Welsh. Please note that all modules are offered subject to availability and timetabling constraints.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GUIDE
We will consider your application and will use prior achievement, UCAS personal statement, predicted grades, references and mix of subjects to set the terms of each offer.
The below table is intended as an overview and guide. Please visit our website for information about entry requirements to your particular course.
swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/combined-honours/ba-combined-honours
COURSE TITLE
A-LEVEL OR EQUIVALENT OFFER
BTEC EQUIVALENT TYPICAL OFFER
GCSE OR EQUIVALENT
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
COMBINED HONOURS, BA (Hons)*
ABB-BBC
30 - 33
DDM-DMM
N/A
*with or without Year Abroad and Year in Industry variants
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate - applicants will be able to meet our requirements from three A-levels or two A-levels and the Skills Challenge Certificate. Extended Project Qualification - applicants predicted grade B or above in EPQ will receive an offer with a one-grade reduction. e.g., an offer of AAB would become ABB plus EPQ B. At Swansea University, we review every application on a case-by-case basis, and accept a range of qualifications. We will consider issuing tariff point offers to students studying a combination of different qualifications. If you have any questions about our admissions process, please email our friendly recruitment team at studyFHSS@swansea.ac.uk .
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MODULES
The modules listed below will give you a taste of what you could study on our 3-year Combined Honours, BA (Hons) degree.
Please visit our website for the detailed options available to you within your course. The full list of all compulsory and optional modules for your particular course can be found here:
swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/combined-honours/ba-combined-honours
COMBINED HONOURS , BA (Hons): Year 1 (Level 4): 120 credits comprised of six 20-credit modules. You will study one compulsory module in Year 1. You will then choose 5 optional modules. Two in Semester 1 and three in Semester 2.
Monsters, Theories, Transformations COMPULSORY MODULE SEMESTER 1 OPTIONAL MODULES Cinema in a World Context Humanities Essentials
Creative Media Platforms Rome from Village to Empire: An Introduction to Roman History Language in Mind Creative Writing: Styles of Fiction SEMESTER 2 OPTIONAL MODULES
Introduction to American Studies
Europe of Extremes, 1789-1989
Year 2 (Level 5): 120 credits comprised of six 20-credit modules. You will study one compulsory module in Year 2. You will then choose 5 optional modules. Two in Semester 1 and three in Semester 2.
History of the English Language COMPULSORY MODULE SEMESTER 1 OPTIONAL MODULES Exploring the Bloody Chamber: Multidisciplinary Project
The History of Screen Animation Fragments of Union: The Cultural Making and Breaking of Britain Roman Satire: Ranting and Bantering Ruin and Renewal: Europe, 1918-1968 SEMESTER 2 OPTIONAL MODULES
Medieval to Postmodern Studying Digital Media
Vienna Underground: Subterranean Views of a Twentieth-Century City
Year 3 (Level 6): 120 credits comprised of six 20-credit modules. You will complete either a dissertation or a project for 40 compulsory credits. You will then choose four optional modules. Two in Semester 1 and two in Semester 2.
Welsh Gothic / Gothic Wales COMPULSORY MODULE SEMESTER 1 OPTIONAL MODULES France and the Second World War: Legacies of the Dark Years Cultural Influence in Ancient Egypt Dissertation/Project From Machiavelli to Mussolini: Government and Society in Western Political Thought
Contemporary Film and Television History on Screen: Television, Cinema & Gaming Forensic Linguistics The Swansea University International Dylan Thomas Prize Module SEMESTER 2 OPTIONAL MODULES
• Optional module selection may be subject to pre-requisite study at lower level. Please note that all modules are offered subject to availability and timetabling constraints • Course content may be updated and modules subject to change – see our Programme Disclaimer at swansea.ac.uk/study • Please visit your course page for complete lists of all compulsory and optional modules available: swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/combined-honours/ba-combined- honours
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YEAR ABROAD Studying abroad for a year is an opportunity to experience new cultures, meet people from around the world and develop a global mindset in preparation for your future career. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences has a number of international partner institutions where students can study for a full academic year. Destinations may include the North Americas, Europe or East and South East Asia.
Our Year Abroad degrees are four-year degree programmes, where your third year is spent studying abroad. During your year abroad, you will pay a reduced tuition
fee of 15% of the standard Swansea University fees and no tuition fees are payable to the host university. Funding opportunities are also available from the Go Global team. Please note, enrolment on a programme with a year abroad does not guarantee you a year abroad placement. In the event you do not secure a placement, you will be transferred to the standard variant of your degree scheme without a year abroad. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF DOING A YEAR ABROAD? Employers value graduates with international experience. Being able to adapt to new surroundings and learning important life skills while studying abroad could put you ahead of the competition when you graduate. Developing cultural awareness Independence Language development Preparation for international work Professional and personal development Studying abroad is a valuable addition to your CV Studying in a location known as a leading hub in your field of interest
I would highly recommend studying abroad as it is an amazing opportunity to meet likeminded people from all over the world and explore a whole new country. Also the university experience is something completely different to the UK and it can help you to gain so many skills and a lot of adaptability. It is a unique opportunity and something that I will definitely remember for the rest of my life.
GEORGE MAUNDER Université Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble & Universidad de Deusto, Bilbao
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YEAR IN INDUSTRY
A Year in Industry is an opportunity to spend a year in employment during your studies, and is available to all undergraduate students studying within the School. It will provide you with invaluable experience in the real working world and will help you develop a range of skills which will make you an attractive candidate for jobs after graduating. There are countless benefits to completing a year in industry; and we’re proud that we can offer placement opportunities as part of all our undergraduate courses. Our Year in Industry degrees are four-year degree programmes, where your third year is spent
working in industry. The12-month placement is a credit-bearing (worth 120 credits), assessed part of a 4 year degree programme. This means that your performance on the assessment and completion of the placement will have an impact on your final degree classification, just as a year of taught modules would.
OUR EMPLOYER LINKS INCLUDE Although securing a placement is the responsibility of the student, we work with a number of organisations who provide a range of placement opportunities. If you are unable to secure a placement by the end of the second year of your studies you will transfer onto the equivalent degree programme.
Whilst on my work placement during my Year in Industry I completely evolved as an individual and as a professional. I developed so many valuable skills and my confidence soared! I completely changed from a shy person to confident, independent and a determined woman. I learned new core skills such as networking and I gained experience in a professional environment such as: working on photoshoots, becoming part of a team, and leading meetings across Europe! I would recommend this course to prospective students. It is such a fun, practical degree that provides so many useful insights and the constant support provided by the lecturers is so reassuring.
CARYS EVANS Media Communications and PR, BA (Hons) with a Year in Industry, McArthurGlen London Head Office
EMPLOYABILITY Our students benefit from having access to a dedicated Employability Team. Employability is actively promoted and an important focus throughout your studies. The team has a track-record of getting students into employment and offer support for 5 years after graduation. They help with:
Applications Insight days
Internships Interview techniques
Mentoring Networking
Part-time jobs Year in Industry
There are numerous opportunities to advance your employability throughout your student experience, such as: • SPIN (Swansea Paid Internship Network), which offers students paid internships within the University and with external employers on a range of different projects. • Bespoke Year in Industry & Graduate roles with local and nationwide companies. • Mock interviews with real employers who provide personalised feedback. • Bursaries that are available each year to provide students with paid work experience, such as Santander Funding.
FUTURE CAREERS
Business and Commerce Education Government and Politics Heritage and Museums
Humanitarian Organisations Media and Public Relations Translation and Interpreting Public Services
I thoroughly enjoyed both my undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Swansea University. The skills and knowledge that I gained prepared me well for my future career. Many companies need employees to be multi- skilled. The video and design skills that I was taught helped me in securing early roles and also in my current role.
HARRISON ANDREWS School of Culture and Communication Graduate, PR and Communications Manager, Ospreys Rugby
FACILITIES You’ll have access to a range of amazing facilities at the School of Culture and Communication to support your studies including: MEDIA CREATIVITY SUITE AND STUDIOS Our Campuses house fully functional video and digital content creation suites and studios. Fully equipped with audio-visual production facilities with green screen and video editing suites. TALIESIN ARTS CENTRE The on-campus Taliesin Arts Centre, incorporating Taliesin Create, provides a dynamic theatre, cinema, and inclusive creative spaces. RICHARD BURTON ARCHIVES We are home to the archive of stage and screen star Richard Burton, which holds material of local, regional and national significance. VIRTUAL REALITY AND GAMING LAB Develop your VR and gaming skills in our dedicated and fully equipped lab. LINGO LOUNGE, LANGUAGE CAFÉS AND HOMEWORK HUB Social interaction lies at the heart of all language studies. That’s why, every Wednesday, staff and students gather together for a bite to eat and the chance to catch-up on each other’s news. EGYPT CENTRE The Egypt Centre, Swansea University’s on-campus museum houses over 6,000 ancient artefacts, predominantly from Egypt, but also from regions around the Mediterranean. We offer students unique opportunities to learn through handling ancient objects.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Being both an undergraduate and postgraduate student within the English Department has enabled me to grow and be inspired. The variety of challenging and fascinating modules has helped me develop as a writer and researcher. My Year Abroad, studying in Hong Kong, gave me further purpose and direction for my future. A cliché can be true. You will find yourself here and will be given support to be able to follow your passions and interests.
AMBA TYRIE English Literature, BA (Hons) and English Literature, MA
The skills you learn whilst studying humanities are invaluable. I think this is particularly true for Ancient History and Classics. Due to the wide variety of topics covered, the student develops a useful skillset. The ability to understand and form arguments, write coherently and research information independently are all skills that will take me forward in my career.
CALLUM WHITEHOUSE Ancient History, BA (Hons) Graduate. Currently Teaching English in Japan
I really enjoyed the variety of modules on my course; for example, I was able to study across a range of topics from Terrorism in America
to the Renaissance Era. My lecturers were really engaging and enabled students to enjoy their subjects as much as they do. There are a range of extracurricular opportunities offered by the university and I was able to take up two internships, during my time at Swansea. I am grateful for the internships that Swansea University provided me.
CAITLIN GILBERT American Studies and History, BA (Hons)
I chose Swansea University because it offers an excellent level of teaching, which helps me to increase my skills, knowledge and professional development. The University supports minorities and focuses on tolerance and respect for others. This is why I chose this Uni and I am proud when I see Pride Flags flying on the main building at Singleton Campus. It shows that every student can be supported and feel safe. My experience as a student at Swansea University is very positive, I feel fulfilled here, I am studying what I enjoy and my course will develop me in my future career.
ZUZANNA MIERNIK Placement: Y Senedd Cymru | Welsh Parliament
I studied at Pusan National University in Busan, South Korea for my year abroad. Other than study, I also travelled around Korea with the life-long friends that I made when I was there. My favourite time in Korea was definitely during the blossom festival in March. Seeing so many beautiful blossom trees, even around campus, was so amazing. Through studying, I learned how to be more confident in myself and to be more social, as in many situations, I was the only foreigner in my classes, which was quite intimidating at first. But I overcame this and made many friends when I was out there!
ABBIE CAMPFIELD Year Abroad: Pusan National University in Busan, South Korea
I completed my undergraduate degree at Swansea University and am now undertaking a PhD. My University experience has been fantastic. I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my course and have received many unforgettable experiences and made life-long friends whilst studying here. The literature and historical modules have also enabled me to deepen my knowledge of Wales and its culture, as well as develop many transferrable skills such as analytical, organisation, time management writing skills.
ALPHA EVANS Welsh, PhD
I chose American Studies and History because the course at Swansea seemed tailor made for me, with modules covering the themes and historical time periods that I was most interested in. The student experience has been incredible. I’ve made many new friends and have got to know my tutors well too. One of the best things about my university experience so far has been the people! I’d absolutely recommend the course because there’s just so much to enjoy and such variety in topics to choose from.
GEORGE LANHAM American Studies and History, BA (Hons) with a Year Abroad
As an international student, being part of such a great and supportive university environment only added to the experience and made my overall transition that much smoother. I fully immersed myself in the course, university and city and went on to complete both undergraduate and postgraduate study within the media department. I am now using my skills and experience and am working with the university’s Cultural Institute. Choosing Swansea University has provided me with some of the best opportunities of my life.
SIDARTH DAMODAR Media and Communication, BA (Hons)
STUDENT SUPPORT
The Faculty has a dedicated Student Experience and Information team on hand, situated across both Singleton and Bay Campuses to provide professional, student-centred guidance and support across several key areas including:
Supporting students through Welcome Week and Induction
Organising student engagement activities and social events
Supporting with timetable queries
Guiding and processing change of circumstances requests, which include: suspensions of studies, programme transfers, and withdrawals Linking in with central support services to ensure students are effectively supported
Working closely with students and personal tutors
Supporting students through the University’s engagement monitoring process and following up to ensure that where students are facing challenges, the team can provide professional and bespoke support 1:1 meetings with students in person or online regarding personal or academic issues Supporting students who have extenuating circumstances via the formal process, for coursework, in class tests, online tests, exams, etc. Supporting students with disabilities, and connecting them with the University Disability Office
For more information about the support available to you visit: swansea.ac.uk/student-services
MONEY AND ADVICE
As an undergraduate student at Swansea University, it is important to prioritise financial planning and management early on in your academic journey. Fortunately, the university’s award-winning Money@CampusLife team is here to help. Whilst financial support is not always guaranteed, here are some areas our team can assist you in: Budgeting Bursaries and special awards Degree withdrawals / suspensions / transfers / repeats Financial hardship Pre-arrivals and new student information Student funding Student+, which is financial assistance for students who have additional considerations, such as being a carer, care leaver or being estranged from their family Overall, managing money as an undergraduate student requires discipline, organisation, and a willingness to seek support when necessary. With the help of Swansea University’s Money@CampusLife team, you can take control of your finances and focus on your academic and personal goals.
For more information, please visit our website: swansea.ac.uk/money-campuslife
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Community : There’s always plenty going on within our community. During Welcome Week, you’ll have opportunities to make connections and socialise with people on your course. At our social events, students have enjoyed interacting with exotic animals, learning about Welsh culture, dancing the night away at our School Balls, and getting involved in craft sessions, games nights, sports, and more!
Student Voice: Partnership summarises our vision for how to work with all students to improve their experience and help them to get the most out of their time at University; the Student Representative System is a key part of this. As a Student Rep, you stand in elections to represent your cohort and work with staff across the School to provide constructive feedback and make change happen. Learning Community: As a Swansea University student, you’re joining a rich and diverse learning community. We aim to provide opportunities that will not only enhance understanding of your own subject area, but also make connections with and explore other subjects. As part of this, we’ve hosted integrated research seminar series, student-led research evenings and subject taster sessions. We also promote the various ways that students can take part in and conduct their own research. Taking Care of Yourself : Taking care of yourself is of paramount importance and we’re always looking to develop initiatives to target student wellbeing holistically. Throughout the year, we send themed communications that direct students to support and resources at the time they most need it. We run a range of events to help students take time out and relax, such as ‘Grab and Go’ Breakfasts during exam periods and regular coffee mornings. We also run proactive sessions like Self-Resilience and Exam Success Workshops to help students be as prepared as possible leading into more intense and busy periods of the year. SOCIETIES RELATING TO FILM AND VISUAL CULTURE
MEDIA STUDIES
CREATIVE WRITING
AMERICAN STUDIES
HISTORY
BOOK CLUB
ENGLISH
For more information about societies visit: swansea-union.co.uk/get_involved/societies
HOW TO WRITE A PERSONAL STATEMENT
STRUCTURE IS EVERYTHING Before you begin, jot down the structure for the personal statement. We’d always suggest: • An opening paragraph outlining your passion for the subject and your drive to succeed • Your academic studies and work experience • Interests / hobbies 1 STRONG OPENING PARAGRAPHS Opening paragraphs and sentences are really important but please be aware that we see thousands and many opening lines are just overused, including: • ‘From a young age I have always been interested in/fascinated by…’ • ‘I am applying for this course because…’ 2 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Your personal statement is about highlighting why you are the perfect candidate for a place at our School. So be confident when you talk about your academic achievements and ambitions. 3 4 LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU As well as outlining your academic achievement and your aspirations, we want to get to know you as a person. What are your interests and hobbies outside of the classroom? They do not need to be award- winning; they will help build a well-rounded image of you as a person. 5 DON’T PLAGIARISE Plagiarising is a big no-go; at university and within your personal statement. 6 THERE’S A LIMIT There’s a 4,000 character limit or 47 lines – keep tabs on how much you’ve written. 7 NO JOKES Humour is often a great way to stand out from the crowd but not in this instance. We want to take you seriously and the assessor may have a very different sense of humour to you. 8 NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT Don’t leave it to the last minute to write your personal statement. You’ll find that it takes longer than you think to get it exactly as you want it. Now isn’t the time to rush.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
SEPT UCAS OPENS Make a start on your application.
OCT - NOV OPEN DAYS Meet staff and students on campus.
NOV - DEC ON TRACK Finalise your application.
APR STUDENT FINANCE Start applying for financial support. £
FEB - MAR OFFER-HOLDER EVENTS Keep an eye on your emails!
JAN UCAS DEADLINE Submit your application on time.
MAY ACCOMMODATION Apply before the June deadline.
JUNE FIRM & INSURANCE Deadline for making your choices.
AUG RESULTS DAY! Confirmation and Clearing.
For more information about what Swansea has to offer visit: swansea.ac.uk
SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
SPORT AT SWANSEA
We pride ourselves on our dedication and commitment to sport and active living for everyone from beginner to the elite athlete. Make the most of the following facilities: •50m Wales National Pool Swansea •Outdoor Athletics Track •Multi-Use Games Area •Cardio and Weights Rooms •Cycle Hire and Jogging Routes WELSH LANGUAGE PROVISION Certain modules and seminars may be available in Welsh. You also have access to Welsh speaking personal tutors and can submit your coursework or sit exams in Welsh. swansea.ac.uk/welsh-language-standards STUDENT SOCIETIES Our Students’ Union has an extensive list of societies available to participate in. As well as being fun, joining a society offers communities of support for students and transferable skills for future employment if you take on a leading role on the committee. swansea-union.co.uk/get_involved/societies
Swansea University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries which may be available to help finance your studies. Scholarships can be awarded to Welsh medium or international students, or for students excelling in exams, music or sport. Our income-related bursaries help students from lower income backgrounds. swansea.ac.uk/scholarships CULTURE Swansea University hosts and supports a wide range of cultural, artistic and creative activities, with a significant number of thriving music and performing arts student societies. The Taliesin Arts Centre sits at the heart of the Singleton Park Campus and hosts regular productions, mainstream and alternative cinema screenings, and the award-winning Egypt Centre is home to a collection of over 6,000 Egyptian antiquities. The Great Hall on the Bay Campus, with its 700- seat Sir Stanley Clarke Auditorium offering world class acoustics, provides an incredible venue to enjoy cultural performances, events, exhibitions and more.
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