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Channel your passion for history into a rewarding academic journey with Swansea University's Modern Languages and History program. This course equips you with sought-after professional skills while examining humanity's story from medieval times to today. The curriculum covers diverse historical topics like gender studies, British social history, and the evolution of medicine and religion across centuries. You'll also immerse yourself in your chosen language (French, German, or Spanish), complemented by studies in culture, film, translation, and language instruction. This degree creates numerous career pathways by cultivating abilities employers actively seek. Choose between a standard three-year track or enrich your education with an optional Year Abroad or Year in Industry, gaining invaluable cultural exposure and practical experience.
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; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales- grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.
A GCSE at minimum grade C (4) in a modern foreign language is preferable but not essential. All language applications will be considered on merit. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.