Swansea,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) American Studies With a Year In Industry in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University
Swansea University
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Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,500
(c. USD23,436.18)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Grasping America's historical journey, cultural fabric, and political landscape means recognizing the influences that mold our global reality today. The field of American Studies examines the culture, past, and governance of the world's most powerful nation, tracing its evolution from colonial times to modern day. This discipline tackles urgent modern challenges like worldwide interconnectedness and fights for racial equality.
Tailor your degree to match your passions, whether that's analyzing US mass media or social movements. You'll also have opportunities to spend a term or academic year in America, gaining direct experience with your subject matter.
Swansea's American Studies program ranks among the UK's top 5 for graduate career potential (Times Good University Guide 2023).
The interdisciplinary nature of American Studies cultivates versatile skills prized by employers, such as innovative problem-solving, analytical reasoning, collaborative abilities, and sophisticated verbal and written expression. Graduates stand out for their flexibility and originality, as the program demands making links across different academic fields.
Our alumni pursue diverse career paths in sectors including: Teaching, Advertising, Public Service, Analysis, Event coordination
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Our standard entry requirement is ABB-BBC (UCAS tariff points 112-128) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including: International Baccalaureate 32, Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.
For applicants whose first language is not English, we require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
For applicants whose first language is not English, we require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
Tuition
GBP
17,500