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The sheer range of human activities comprehended in history is reflected at Swansea in the research and teaching interests of our staff of twenty-two historians. These represent most major periods and civilizations from the middle Ages to the contemporary scene.
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History at Swansea offers Single and Joint Honours programmes with other Arts and Humanities subjects, Geography, Economics and Law. Our students explore history with scholars recognised nationally and internationally as experts in their fields. We have along and distinguished record as a centre of teaching and research. Our students graduate with a good degree from a good University that will place them strongly in the job market. They will also have a better understanding on how the past has shaped the world they live in, and with memories of an excellent experience.
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Alistair Kirk, History Graduate says:
I chose Swansea University because it is a campus based university where there are lots of student sports clubs and societies, it is easy to get around and meet people, and the social life is great. The location of the University could not be better; the proximity of the campus to the beach, the vibrant city centre and the surrounding parkland is fantastic. I chose History at Swansea as the course offers a great variation of topics and the modules are really interesting. They stretch from the ancient empires of China and India, to the Second World War. The expertise of the lecturers is second to none. I had a great time, met lots of people and enjoyed student life at Swansea and I couldn’t imagine studying anywhere else. I am currently employed as an Events Manager and the teamworking and presentation skills I learnt during my study are crucial to my job.
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We welcome all enquiries and applications. Our preferred offer for Single and Joint Honours is BBC at A level (excluding General Studies) or equivalent. BBC offer is made on review of the application form, after taking into consideration the subjects studied, the predicted grades, reference and personal statement. Candidates pursuing Scottish Highers, the Irish Leaving Certificate, Access courses, the International Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate or Welsh Baccalaureate qualifications, are also eligible.
For more information on Scholarships and Bursaries for this course, please click here
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Our teaching makes use of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Lectures provide the framework that links all aspects of the module. At the introductory level, tutorials, guided by a tutor and meeting at regular intervals, allow a small group of students to discuss an historical issue. In seminars small groups of students take the initiative in discussing historical sources or a particular historical problem. You develop your powers of analysis and argument in essays. Assessment is based on a combination of course work, examinations and (at Level 3) a final dissertation.
Information regarding dates and times for Enrolment can be found on the Student Records webpages.
Applications should be made through UCAS.
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