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3 Year Full Time
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Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 9,250
Full Time With a Year Abroad
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P502
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ABB-BBC
Location
Singleton Park Campus
Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 9,250
Full Time With a Year in Industry
UCAS Code
P50I
Mode of Study
Campus Based
Typical Offer (view equivalents)
ABB-BBC
Location
Singleton Park Campus
Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 9,250
3 Year Full Time
UCAS Code
P500
Mode of Study
Campus Based
Typical Offer
ABB-BBC - More Information
Location
Singleton Park Campus
Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 18,400
Full Time With a Year Abroad
UCAS Code
P502
Mode of Study
Campus Based
Typical Offer
ABB-BBC - More Information
Location
Singleton Park Campus
Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 18,400
Full Time With a Year in Industry
UCAS Code
P50I
Mode of Study
Campus Based
Typical Offer
ABB-BBC - More Information
Location
Singleton Park Campus
Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 18,400

Journalism, Media and Communications, BA (Hons)

Study Journalism and Media to Gain Analytical and Practical Skills

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Course Overview

As human beings, we spend more time consuming media than any other activity. Only sleeping takes up more of our time. In the digital age, traditional news and media platforms are further supplemented by a huge proliferation of online platforms. Choice therefore, has never been greater and quality has never been so variable. In the age of “fake news” for example, the ability to differentiate objective fact from speculative rhetoric has never been more important. Today’s graduates are not only the consumers of mass information, they are also its curators and creators, and would-be journalists now need to develop their own personal brands within a congested market place.  

The programme aim therefore is to equip students with a three way analytical, practical and employability skill set that will enable them to more easily enter into the graduate job market. The programme will be regularly appraised by an industry panel to ensure that it remains at the cutting edge of what employers and industry requires. You will have the chance to attend workshops and seminars run by guest speakers as part of the course.

Why Media And Communication At Swansea?

Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula;

Media and Communication at Swansea is ranked:

  • 8th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)
  • 8th in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2025)
  • 10th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2025)

We pride ourselves in preparing graduates for careers beyond university. We are able to do this by using our connections to industry, and our emphasis on the particular interpersonal skills that our industry panel identify as key within their recruitment processes.

Your Media And Communication Experience

We offer a varied and flexible degree, so you can shape your course to match your career goals as well as developing your own interests.

Besides the core theme of journalism that underpins the degree, you can choose topics including creative media practice, radio and video production, digital and social media, public relations including strategy, branding and marketing, media theory, media law and film.

In your third year, you can choose to develop your own specific interests into and academic dissertation or journalistic artefact. This will incorporate many of the theories and/or skills you have been studying throughout your degree.

You will have a Personal Tutor for any support you need, and there is the chance to study some modules through the medium of Welsh.

Media And Communication Employment Opportunities

Our Media and Communication graduates are truly international and are employed around the world. They have careers in:

  • Journalism
  • Media
  • Business
  • Public Relations and Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • TV and Radio
  • Publishing

Modules

Students will study modules from a suite of pertinent modules including these examples.

BA 3 Year Full-time

Year 1 (Level 4)

FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective - TB2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module. MSW106 is taught through the medium of Welsh

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127
FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective - TB2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module. MSW106 is taught through the medium of Welsh

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127

Year 2 (Level 5)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228This module is the pre-requisite to MS323 Documentary and Film Making in the final year.
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228This module is the pre-requisite to MS323 Documentary and Film Making in the final year.
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207

Year 3 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you select MSW311 you MUST also select MSW313. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309
FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you select MSW311 you MUST also select MSW313. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309

BA 4 Year Full-time (with a year abroad)

Year 1 (Level 4)

FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective - TB2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127
FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective - TB2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127

Year 2 (Level 5)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228This module is the pre-requisite to MS323 Documentary and Fiction Filmmaking in the final year
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228This module is the pre-requisite to MS323 Documentary and Fiction Filmmaking in the final year
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207

Year 3 (Level 5S)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules

None found.

Optional Modules
Study Abroad 

Choose Exactly 120 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions and to experience different cultures.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Media and Communications - Study abroad September-June (TB1+2)120MS-S01
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules

None found.

Optional Modules
Study Abroad 

Choose Exactly 120 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions and to experience different cultures.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Media and Communications - Study abroad September-June (TB1+2)120MS-S01

Year 4 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323. In order to take MS-323 you must take the pre-requisite MS-228.’

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309
FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323. In order to take MS-323 you must take the pre-requisite MS-228.’

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309

BA 4 Year Full-time (with a year in Industry)

Year 1 (Level 4)

FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Employability Skills for Culture and CommunicationJanuary-June (TB2)0CC-N150
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127
FHEQ 4 Undergraduate / HECert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Introduction to Media CommunicationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-100
Delivering and Decoding the NewsSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-114
Employability Skills for Culture and CommunicationJanuary-June (TB2)0CC-N150
Introduction to Media HistoryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-120
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules selective 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Public Relations: Strategic CommunicationsJanuary-June (TB2)20MSP100R
Cysylltiadau Cyhoeddus: Cyfathrebu StrategolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW106
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Film StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-103
Pitch Invasion: Sport and its Impact on SocietySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-116
Cyflwyniad i Astudiaethau FfilmSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW108
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PlatformsJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-126
Hollywood: A History of American FilmJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS106
Sgiliau Cyfryngau AllweddolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW123
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-127

Year 2 (Level 5)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate / HEDip

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Theorising the MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-200
Professional Development: Preparing for WorkSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-229
Investigating Text, Process and AudiencesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-233
Pop Culture and Alternative News Genres January-June (TB2)20MS-237
Optional Modules
Optional Modules - Semester 1 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 1

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Introduction to Writing FictionSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-234
Introduction to Film ProductionSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-228
Misinformation, Fake News and Fact-CheckingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-241
All Ears - an Introduction to the Art of PodcastingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-242
Public Relations Theory in ActionSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP200
Sgiliau Cyfryngau YmarferolSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW200
Datblygiad Proffesiynol: Paratoi ar gyfer GwaithSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW229Welsh language version of MS-229. To select this module please contact the programme director.
AND
Optional Modules - Semester 2 

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select one module in Semester 2

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Creative Media PracticeJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-221
Social Media CulturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-232
Media LawJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-235
Adaptation: Storytelling Across MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-238
Pitch Perfect: Sports Commentary and PunditryJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-243
The History of Screen AnimationJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS202
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrInJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW206
Cyfathrebu DigidolJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW207

Year 3 (Level 5S)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year
Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
One year industrial placementAcademic Year120MN-S000
FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year
Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
One year industrial placementAcademic Year120MN-S000

Year 4 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323. In order to take MS-323 you must take the pre-requisite MS-228.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309
FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Dissertation PreparationSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-310
Reporting the 21st CenturySeptember-January (TB1)20MS-336
Doing Digital JournalismJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-309
DissertationJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-311
Optional Modules
Optional Modules 

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : In addition to the compulsory modules you should select as follows: one twenty credit module in TB1 and select one twenty credit module in TB2. If you choose MSW309 you MUST also select MSW312. You can study MSW312 without taking MSW309. If you choose the MSW312 or MSW309 you can NOT take MS-323. In order to take MS-323 you must take the pre-requisite MS-228.

Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Graphic NovelSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-3055
Writing for Radio and ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20EN-306
Media and Identities: Gender and Race September-January (TB1)20MS-302
Documentary and Fiction FilmmakingSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-323
Drama and Documentary on ScreenSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-332
Sports Public Relations September-January (TB1)20MS-344
Game Over - Press Start to Continue: Critical Game StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-346
'Reclaim the Frame': Women and Screen MediaSeptember-January (TB1)20MS-347
Strategy, Marketing and BrandingSeptember-January (TB1)20MSP300R
Cynllunio Cynhyrchiad Aml-blatfformSeptember-January (TB1)20MSW312
Digital FuturesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-306
Practical Web TechnologiesJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-307
Science Fiction and MediaJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-345
Guerrilla Campaigns: Subversive and Interruptive PRJanuary-June (TB2)20MS-348
Contemporary Film and TelevisionJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS311
Media and Communication InternshipJanuary-June (TB2)20MSS312
Interniaeth y Cyfryngau a ChyfathrebuJanuary-June (TB2)20MSSW312
Drama a Dogfen ar y sgrînJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW302
Creu Cynhyrchiad Aml-BlatfformJanuary-June (TB2)20MSW309

Entry 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; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.

Here are the requirements for International students.

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.

How You're Taught

We are proud to provide an outstanding educational experience, using the most effective learning and teaching approaches, carefully tailored to suit the specific needs of your course. Apart from a small number of online-only courses, most of our courses consist of in-person, on-campus teaching, enabling full engagement with your lecturers and fellow students.

Practical skills sessions, lab work seminars, and workshops predominantly take place in person, allowing for group working and demonstrations. We also operate virtual labs and Simulated Learning Environments which will facilitate greater access to training opportunities in the future. However, our approach also includes the use of some online learning to support and enhance traditional face-to-face teaching. 

Online learning may take place ‘live’ using software such as Zoom, allowing you to interact with the lecturer and other students and to ask questions. Lecture recordings also allow for more flexibility to revisit material, to revise for assessments and to enhance learning outside of the classroom. Some modules have extra resources in Canvas, such as videos, slides and quizzes enabling further flexible study.  

This course may offer some modules taught through the medium of Welsh or bilingually for students who consider themselves to be fluent Welsh speakers. For more details on the provision available see the Welsh Provision expander below.

Welsh Provision

At least 40 credits

There are opportunities for Welsh speakers to study at least 40 credits of this course through the medium of Welsh. Academi Hywel Teifi is here to support you throughout your time at Swansea University. We can offer you:

  • Access to generous Welsh-language study scholarships or bursaries.
  • Access to modules taught wholly or partly in Welsh.
  • Access to the Arwain mobile app for the latest information about Welsh-medium courses and modules available to download free on the App Store and Google Play.
  • A Welsh-speaking Personal Tutor.
  • An opportunity to gain an additional free qualification that serves as evidence of your Welsh language ability for future employers.
  • Opportunity to be a member of the Swansea University Branch of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.

To learn more about the above and all the opportunities available to you through the medium of Welsh, visit Academi Hywel Teifi's undergraduate pages.

If you study at least 40 credits in Welsh and it is listed as an eligible course on the webpage, you can apply for the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarship (£300 for 1 year), or the Coleg Cymraeg Incentive Scholarship (£500 per year for 3 years)

Meet Your Lecturers

Our degrees are taught by experts, who have a wealth of knowledge to pass on to our students.

You can find out more about our academic expertise on our staff pages.

Tuition Fees

3 Year Full Time

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 17,500
September 2025 £ 9,250 £ 18,400

Full Time With a Year Abroad

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 17,500
September 2025 £ 9,250 £ 18,400

Full Time With a Year in Industry

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 17,500
September 2025 £ 9,250 £ 18,400

Fees for full time Undergraduate UK students may be increased in subsequent years of study by an inflationary amount determined by Welsh Government.

Fees for full time Undergraduate EU/International students will increase by 3% for each subsequent year of study.

During a sandwich year (e.g. year in industry, year abroad or placement year) a lower fee will apply. For more information visit our tuition fees page.

You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Current students: You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

Funding and Scholarships

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.

To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.

To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually.

For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.

Additional Costs

Access to your own digital device/the appropriate IT kit will be essential during your time studying at Swansea University. Access to wifi in your accommodation will also be essential to allow you to fully engage with your programme. See our dedicated webpages for further guidance on suitable devices to purchase, and for a full guide on getting your device set up.

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but not limited to):

  • Travel to and from campus
  • Printing, photocopying, binding, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
  • Purchase of books or texts
  • Gowns for graduation ceremonies

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but are not limited to):

  • Parking and travel to and from campus
  • Printing, photocopying, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
  • Purchase of books or texts
  • Printing and binding
  • Gowns for graduation ceremonies

Careers and Employability

Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

Careers and Employability Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

Academic Support

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your personal tutor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

  • Academic writing
  • Maths and statistics
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Digital skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Note taking
  • Revision, memory and exam techniques
  • English language skills (if English is not your first language).

In addition, if you have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD), disability, mental health or medical condition, the Centre for Academic Success have Specialist Tutors to support your learning, working alongside the Disability Office and Wellbeing Service to support all your needs and requirements whilst studying at Swansea University.

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your Personal Tutor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

  • Academic writing
  • Maths and statistics
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Digital skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Note taking
  • Revision, memory and exam techniques
  • English language skills (if English is not your first language).

In addition, if you have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD), disability, mental health or medical condition, the Centre for Academic Success have Specialist Tutors to support your learning, working alongside the Disability Office and Wellbeing Service to support all your needs and requirements whilst studying at Swansea University.

Study Abroad and Global Opportunities

To learn more about study abroad, visit our Go Global webpages. Enrolment on a programme with a semester/year abroad does not guarantee you a semester/year abroad placement. Spaces are limited and subject to a competitive selection process. In the event you do not secure a semester/year abroad placement, you will be transferred to the standard variant of your degree scheme without a semester or year abroad.

International summer programmes are open to students from all schools. Programmes typically range from 2 to 6 weeks, across destinations such as Sri Lanka, South Korea, Fiji, Bali, the USA and across Europe. For more information about programmes and eligibility visit our Summer Abroad webpages.

Your degree programme may already give you an option to study or work abroad but in addition to this you can also consider an international summer programme.

These programmes are open to all our undergraduate students and include culture and study tours, volunteering programmes and internships across destinations such as China, Zambia, South Korea, Japan, Europe and Canada. Programmes are typically 2 – 6 weeks long and funding is available.

See our Summer Programmes for further information.

How to Apply

Apply now – UK, EU and international students.

For further guidance please visit our how to apply pages.

EU students - visa and immigration information is available and will be regularly updated on our information for EU students page.

Application Deadlines

We recommend that you submit your application to our courses as early as you can in advance of our application deadlines. Courses will close earlier than the application deadlines listed if all available places are filled. You can find further information on our Application Deadlines webpage.

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This course offers you the opportunity to spend a Year In Industry, in the UK or overseas*, giving valuable workplace experience. The University advocates for only paid placements which on average have a salary of over £20,000. Unpaid placements are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Although securing a placement is the responsibility of the student, we work with a number of organisations who provide a range of placement opportunities. Students are also supported throughout their application journey with advice, guidance and additional resources. If you are unable to secure a placement by the end of the second year of your studies, you will transfer onto the equivalent degree programme.

*overseas locations are dependent on VISA restrictions per country

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