Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - History (with a Year Abroad) (V101)

Explore History at Swansea University! Study medieval to modern history, enjoy global study options, and boost your career prospects. Apply now!

The History Department at Swansea University offers a comprehensive study of medieval, early, and modern history, with a focus on subjects such as women's history, gender studies, modern British society, cultural history, and the history of religion, health, and medicine. Students enrolled in the three-year BA degree program will develop valuable skills that are highly sought after by employers, opening up a wide range of exciting career opportunities. According to the Destinations of Leavers in Higher Education 2015 report, 94% of History graduates from Swansea University are employed or pursuing further studies within six months of graduation. Located at the picturesque Singleton Park campus overlooking Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula, Swansea University's History course is highly respected by both students and employers. The department is ranked among the top 15 in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2020 and 11th in the UK for Archaeology by The Times Good University Guide 2020. Students have the opportunity to participate in study trips or field projects, choose a 'special subject' module in their third year, and complete a dissertation. The faculty members are experts in various areas of history, including gender and sexuality, political thought, welfare and conflict, maritime and imperial history, religious history, and science and medicine. For those interested in studying abroad, the program offers the option of a semester in Hong Kong, China, Singapore, or North America. Additionally, students can enhance their student experience and career prospects through the Swansea University Work Placement Programmes, which include Week of Work (WOW), Swansea Paid Internship Programme (SPIN), and Santander Universities Funded Placements. Students can also take advantage of the Swansea Employability Academy (SEA), which connects students with employers through networking events, talks, workshops, and other resources.