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English Literature and History

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Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
BA (Hons) On-Campus Full-time 3 - 4 years September £9000 per year £14950 per year

About English Literature and History, BA (Hons) - at Swansea University

English Literature and History is a diverse and challenging course which stretches from medieval to modern times.

This course seeks to answer some provocative questions and opens up a range of career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills wanted by employers.

You will have the chance to explore national and global literatures including Renaissance literature, Gothic and genre fiction, 19th century and contemporary literature, creative and professional writing or medieval Europe, modern medicine or the Cold War.

You also have the opportunity for a semester abroad in the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore - an exciting and rewarding experience, which will further enhance your career prospects.


Entry requirements

Contact Swansea University to find course entry requirements.


Why study at Swansea University

There are many reasons to choose Swansea University for your studies; from the stunning beachfront locations of our Singleton Park and Bay campuses, to our global reputation for research and academic excellence, we offer a safe, supportive and fun environment to live and study, and our vast range of courses and subject areas mean you are sure to find the future career for you.

  • Top 30 UK research-led university (Research Excellence Framework 2014-2021)
  • Ranked within the Top 300 of universities globally (QS World University Rankings 2025)
  • Voted 6th safest city in England and Wales (Complete University Guide 2024)
  • UK Top 10 of the People and Planet University League (Times Good University Guide 2025)

Whether you join us for your undergraduate degree, postgraduate studies or research, you’ll receive a modern approach to learning, backed by cutting-edge facilities and an excellent research and teaching faculty.

Join Swansea and start your journey, studying in a picturesque, student-friendly city by the sea with so much to offer.