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3 Year Full Time
UCAS Code
L0V0
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Start Date Tuition Fees - Year 1
Sep 2025 £ 9,535
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Sep 2025 £ 9,535
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Course Overview

Learn about the complex interactions between philosophical, political and economic thought and how they influence our society on this wide-ranging BA degree programme.

You will study moral and political philosophy, ethics, justice and society, British politics and public policy, political economy, globalisation, micro- and macro-economics, econometrics, and environmental and resource economics.

Throughout your studies, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.

Why Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Swansea?

Based on Singleton Campus, you will benefit from being part of a lively and diverse teaching and research environment.  

Economics at Swansea is ranked:

  • Top 20 for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)

Politics at Swansea is ranked:

  • 4th in the UK for Student Satisfaction(Complete University Guide 2025)
  • 8th in the UK for Academic Support (NSS 2024*) 

Philosophy at Swansea is ranked:

  • 1st in the UK for Teaching on my Course (NSS 2024*)
  • 1st in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2024*) 

Our unique internship scheme with the National Assembly for Wales gives you the valuable opportunity to spend a semester working one day a week for an Assembly Member. 

We are one of just a handful of universities to offer modules in British Parliamentary Studies, taught by our specialist academic staff supported with sessions delivered by members of parliament and the House of Lords, and staff from the House of Commons.

*Based on the average positivity score across questions 15 to 16 in the NSS 2024 when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University Guide

*Based on the average positivity score across questions 1 to 4 in the NSS 2024 when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University Guide

*Based on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2024 when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University Guide

Your Philosophy, Politics and Economics Experience

Our degree structure, with an extensive range of final year optional modules, gives you plenty of scope to tailor your studies to your particular interests, career goals, or ambitions for postgraduate study.

You have the option of spending a semester abroad, broadening your skills and experience at one of our partner universities.

Philosophy, Politics and Economics Employment Opportunities

A degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics opens the door to a wide range of exciting careers in sectors including:

  • Government and politics
  • Humanitarian organisations
  • Business
  • Media and public relations
  • Law
  • Public services

Modules

In your first year you will study compulsory modules covering the fundamental principles of philosophy, ethics, justice, politics, and economics. As you progress you will choose from a wide range of optional modules alongside core compulsory subjects. 

Modules

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
Principles of MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1011
Living Well and Doing Good - An Introduction to EthicsSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP104
Principles of MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1512
Political PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP133
Optional Modules

Choose Exactly 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module below.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)10PO-127A
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Critical ReasoningSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP105
Fundamental Issues in PhilosophySeptember-January (TB1)20HUP127
Introduction to PoliticsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-131
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
OR

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module listed below.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Exploring Economic DataJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1523
AND

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module appropriate to your level. NOTE: EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above. EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Mathematical Techniques for Economics ASeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1018 EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above.
Mathematical Techniques for Economics BSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1019EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
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
GlobalisationSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-222
Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : COMPULSORY SELECTIVES SEMESTER 1 - Students on this pathway MUST take at least 10 credits and at most 40 credits from the list below. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select AT LEAST 30 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Economics for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
AND

Choose Maximum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281
OR

Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students on this pathway MUST select the two following modules.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Maximum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Problems and Decision-Making in EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2065
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2068
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2075
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2571
Introductory EconometricsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2574
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281

Year 3 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

None found.

Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: To select POA301, you MUST complete PO-3121 in TB1.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338
OR

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economics Independent Study ProjectSeptember-June (TB1+2)30EC-3001
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Time Series EconometricsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3028
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Advanced MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3062
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3068This module is not available to students that have already studied EC-2578/2068 at Level 5.
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3075
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Energy EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3504
Advanced Macroeconomics January-June (TB2)15EC-3505
Applied International MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3506
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Microeconometrics and Panel Data ModelsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3532
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3571
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338

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
Principles of MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1011
Living Well and Doing Good - An Introduction to EthicsSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP104
Principles of MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1512
Political PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP133
Optional Modules

Choose Exactly 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module below.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)10PO-127A
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Critical ReasoningSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP105
Fundamental Issues in PhilosophySeptember-January (TB1)20HUP127
Introduction to PoliticsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-131
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
OR

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module listed below.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Exploring Economic DataJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1523
AND

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module appropriate to your level. NOTE: EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above. EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Mathematical Techniques for Economics ASeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1018 EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above.
Mathematical Techniques for Economics BSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1019EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
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
GlobalisationSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-222
Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : COMPULSORY SELECTIVES SEMESTER 1 - Students on this pathway MUST take at least 10 credits and at most 40 credits from the list below. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select AT LEAST 30 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Economics for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
AND

Choose Maximum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2068
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281
OR

Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students on this pathway MUST select the two following modules.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Maximum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Problems and Decision-Making in EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2065
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2068
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2075
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2571
Introductory EconometricsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2574
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281

Year 3 (Level 5S)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year
Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Study Abroad (Politics and International Relations) September-June (TB1+2)120PO-R00

Year 4 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

None found.

Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: To select POA301, you MUST complete PO-3121 in TB1.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338
OR

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economics Independent Study ProjectSeptember-June (TB1+2)30EC-3001
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: To select POA301, you MUST complete PO-3121 in TB1.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Time Series EconometricsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3028
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Advanced MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3062
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3068This module is not available to students that have already studied EC-2578/2068 at Level 5.
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3075
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Energy EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3504
Advanced Macroeconomics January-June (TB2)15EC-3505
Applied International MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3506
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Microeconometrics and Panel Data ModelsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3532
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3571
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338

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
0SS-N150
Principles of MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1011
Living Well and Doing Good - An Introduction to EthicsSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP104
Principles of MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1512
Political PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP133
Optional Modules

Choose Exactly 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module below.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Disinformation, Ideology and Bias: Researching and examining political dataJanuary-June (TB2)10PO-127A
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Critical ReasoningSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP105
Fundamental Issues in PhilosophySeptember-January (TB1)20HUP127
Introduction to PoliticsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-131
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
OR

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : You MUST select the module listed below.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Exploring Economic DataJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-1523
AND

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module appropriate to your level. NOTE: EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above. EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 1 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Mathematical Techniques for Economics ASeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1018 EC-1018 is for students who completed A-Level Maths and achieved a Grade E or above.
Mathematical Techniques for Economics BSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-1019EC-1019 is for students who do NOT have an A-Level in Maths.
AND

Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select ONE module.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Reading Great Works of PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP132
War and Peace in the Nuclear AgeJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-118
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
GlobalisationSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-222
Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : COMPULSORY SELECTIVES SEMESTER 1 - Students on this pathway MUST take at least 10 credits and at most 40 credits from the list below. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select AT LEAST 30 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Economics for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
AND

Choose Maximum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2068
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281
OR

Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students on this pathway MUST select the two following modules.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Intermediate MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2021
Intermediate Macro-economicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2527
AND

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-245 OR PO-246. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

Compulsory Selectives - Semester 2 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The History of Political ThoughtJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-245
The History of Political Thought January-June (TB2)10PO-246
AND

Choose Exactly 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MAXIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2044
Problems and Decision-Making in EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2065
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2068
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-2075
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP243
Philosophy of the EnlightenmentSeptember-January (TB1)10HUP243A
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP262
The State and Political InstitutionsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-209
Global Justice and Human RightsSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-235
Devolution, Policy Making and Social ChangeSeptember-January (TB1)20SPC201
Poverty and Social JusticeJanuary-June (TB2)20ASP220
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC209
Environmental & Resource EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2529
Economic PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2530
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2571
Introductory EconometricsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-2574
A Matter of Life and Death: Exploring Existential PhilosophyJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP242
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)20HUP244
Contemporary Moral Controversies January-June (TB2)10HUP244A
International SecurityJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-248
Global Summit Simulation January-June (TB2)20PO-249
The Colour Line: Race and Racism in World PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-253
British Politics and Public PolicyJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-281

Year 3 (Level 5S)

FHEQ 5 Undergraduate Sandwich Year
Compulsory Modules
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule Code
Year in Industry - School of Social SciencesAcademic Year120SS-S000

Year 4 (Level 6)

FHEQ 6 Undergraduate / Honours

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

None found.

Optional Modules

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 50 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 50 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: To select POA301, you MUST complete PO-3121 in TB1.

Optional Modules for P&P Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338
OR

Choose Minimum Of 10 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Select either PO-3325 OR PO-3325A. DO NOT select the 20cr and 10cr versions of the same module. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block.

ECONOMICS PATHWAY 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3325
Capitalism and JusticeSeptember-January (TB1)10PO-3325A
AND

Choose Minimum Of 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Students MUST select one of the modules listed below. NOTE: PO-3323 requires an application form to register interest.

Dissertation 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
Economics Independent Study ProjectSeptember-June (TB1+2)30EC-3001
DissertationSeptember-June (TB1+2)40PO-3317
Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament September-June (TB1+2)40PO-3323
AND

Choose Minimum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Please select a MINIMUM of 60 credits. Students MUST have between 50-70 credits in each Teaching Block. Do NOT select the 20cr and 10cr version of the same module. NOTE: Before selecting an Economics module, make sure you have the relevant pre-requisite knowledge. NOTE: To select POA301, you MUST complete PO-3121 in TB1.

Optional Modules for Economics Pathway 
Module NameModule DurationCreditsModule CodeGuidance
The Family and Children: Ethics and PolicySeptember-January (TB1)20ASP356
Economics of Culture Based DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3003
Time Series EconometricsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3028
Labour EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3031
Economic DevelopmentSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3044
Advanced MicroeconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3062
Economies of the Middle and Far EastSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3068This module is not available to students that have already studied EC-2578/2068 at Level 5.
Mathematical EconomicsSeptember-January (TB1)15EC-3075
Philosophy, Mental Health and IllnessSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP308
Philosophy of EmotionSeptember-January (TB1)20HUP336
Parliamentary StudiesSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3121
GenocideSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3330
Clear and Present Danger: America and TerrorismSeptember-January (TB1)20PO-3333
Society, Science and TechnologySeptember-January (TB1)20SPC304
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic PredicamentJanuary-June (TB2)20CLC309
Energy EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3504
Advanced Macroeconomics January-June (TB2)15EC-3505
Applied International MacroeconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3506
Behavioural EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3530
Microeconometrics and Panel Data ModelsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3532
Applied Money and Banking EconomicsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3535
Economics of ContractsJanuary-June (TB2)15EC-3571
The Philosophy and Politics of IdentityJanuary-June (TB2)20HUP309
Reality and Cognition: Topics in Metaphysics and Epistemology January-June (TB2)20HUP319
Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to TrumpJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3316
America and the BombJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3334
Global Environmental PoliticsJanuary-June (TB2)20PO-3338

Entry Requirements

International students should refer to our country specific pages.

A level (or equivalent) typical offer

BBB-BCC

BTEC

DDM-DMM

UK Access

in Humanities or Social Sciences - minimum of 21 Distinctions and 24 Merits at Level 3

T Levels

Merit

Mixed Qualifications

120 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications

International Baccalaureate

32 points

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

No Provision

Unfortunately, there is currently no formal Welsh-medium provision on this course. If you would like to let us know that you are interested in pursuing an element of your course through the medium of Welsh, please email astudio@abertawe.ac.uk to indicate your interest along with your year of entry and we will do our best to see what is possible.

Whilst this course does not offer academic content delivered in Welsh, the University can provide you with the following, and Academi Hywel Teifi is here to support you:

  • An interview through the medium of Welsh when applying for a place.
  • The option to receive your personal correspondence in Welsh, English or bilingually.
  • The option to write and submit your coursework or exams through the medium of Welsh (even if you have chosen to study in English), and your work will be marked in Welsh.
  • A Welsh-speaking Personal Tutor.
  • One-to-one support to improve your academic Welsh language skills.
  • 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.

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Tuition Fees

3 Year Full Time

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 19,350
September 2025 £ 9,535 £ 20,300

4 Year Full Time With a Year Abroad

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 19,350
September 2025 £ 9,535 £ 20,300

4 Year Full Time With a Year in Industry

Start Date UK International
September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 19,350
September 2025 £ 9,535 £ 20,300

Fees for full time undergraduate UK students may increase in subsequent years of study in line with the maximum regulated fee level set by the Welsh Government

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Additional Information

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Year in Industry

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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