American Studies, BA (Hons)

To understand the United States, its history, literature, politics, and culture, is to understand the global forces that are shaping today’s world. American Studies at Swansea University offers you an in-depth exploration of the most influential country of the modern era, from its colonial origins to contemporary challenges. This dynamic degree tackles urgent global issues such as civil rights, racial justice, and the rise of the new right. You will have the flexibility to shape this degree around your interests, whether they be in American popular culture, political activism, media, migration, or foreign policy. You can also spend a semester or full academic year studying in the United States or Canada, gaining valuable first-hand insight into North American society.

We require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language qualification. Please see the Swansea University admissions English language requirements page for a full list of accepted qualifications and tests.

International students: £18,400 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £18,400 per year

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