BA (Hons) American Studies and History With a Year In Industry in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University

Pursuing a degree in American Studies and History means delving into the culture, history, and politics of the world's most powerful nation, while also examining British, European, and global historical perspectives. Our three-year BA program unlocks diverse career opportunities by cultivating versatile skills that employers highly seek. You'll explore American history, literature, politics, and culture—from colonial times to the Trump administration—alongside historical themes ranging from the Crusades and Enlightenment to 20th-century Europe. With flexible course options, you can tailor your American Studies and History degree to match your interests. Subjects span American cinema, popular music, race and gender studies, migration, urban development, social and economic history, military conflicts, terrorism, civil rights, public history, British social history, religion, healthcare history, and political movements. Our teaching draws from cutting-edge research, complemented by guest lectures. You'll receive guidance from an academic mentor and can join student-led societies hosting social and cultural events.

American Studies ranks 3rd for Career Prospects in the Times Higher Good University Guide 2021. Students gain exceptional communication, research, and analytical abilities, preparing them for careers in education, archives, museums, business, media, law, and public services.