Swansea University Undergraduate Prospectus 2013

Undergraduate 2013
Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP, UK Tel: +44 (0)1792 205678
www.swansea.ac.uk
Undergraduate 2013
Swansea University
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Cover Location: The Sail Bridge, Swansea Marina
{an exciting vision}

We believe that study should be about exploration and discovery; it should be exciting and fulfilling, and always inspirational. Weve been equipping students for exceptional personal and professional achievement since 1920. Our long history of working closely with industry ensures that our degrees meet employers needs, and that our world-leading research has a real impact on the health, wealth, culture, and well-being of our society. Studying in a research-led university also means that you benefit from the knowledge and skills of internationally renowned academics at the top of their game. Youll benefit from a modern approach to learning, backed by excellent facilities and high standards of teaching. Our wide range of Single and Joint Honours degrees give you the flexibility to take the subjects that interest you most, which means that you can take control of your studies. Well also encourage you to try new subjects, and to take advantage of opportunities to experience other countries and cultures wherever possible. Were also a university with a vision with plans for an ambitious campus expansion programme that will enable us to double our size and provide even more facilities to enhance our award-winning student experience. The new Science and Innovation Campus will harness Swansea Universitys world-leading research strengths and promote the growth of high-technology clusters of companies, creating a uniquely career-enhancing learning environment for students.
A proud history
Tel: +44 (0)1792 295784 www.swansea.ac.uk Swanseauni swanseauniversity
Welcome
We aim to deliver an outstanding student experience that provides a lifetime of fantastic memories, matched by courses which equip you with high-level skills and boost your employability. The momentum we have gained as one of the UKs most ambitious, research-led universities has made us a natural university of choice for a great many talented students, and the increases in applications to study here are a clear indication of our success. I believe that weve struck the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by a superb quality of life. I hope youll join us.
The University community thrives on exploration and discovery, and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.
Professor Richard B. Davies Vice-Chancellor

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Welcome to Swansea 02 Student life in Swansea 06 Research at Swansea 14 Support at Swansea 20
Accommodation 166 Where to eat? 170 Welfare and disability support 171 Students Union 174 Sports clubs 175 International students information and support 176
Undergraduate pathways ICWS 181 Careers, skills and employability 184 Study and work abroad 188 Language skills 190 Welsh medium opportunities 191 Library and information services 194 Study FAQS 196
Tuition Fees, scholarships and bursaries 198 Tuition Fees, scholarships and bursaries for International Students 202 Application and admissions 204 Maps 210 Index 214 History and Heritage 220 Alumni 221
Contents
Global opportunities at Swansea 24 Sport at Swansea 26 Swansea students 30, 162
Courses
College of Arts and Humanities
American Studies 32 Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology 40 English Language 72 English Literature 74 French 76 German 82 History 92 Italian 96 Language and Communication 98 Media Studies 106 Medieval Studies 116 Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) 128 Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL) 130 Political Communication 136 Politics and International Relations 138 Spanish Hispanic Studies 146 Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) 152 Translation 154 War and Society 156 Welsh 158
School of Law
Criminology 44 Law 100
Engineering Medical 66 Engineering Product Design 68 Engineering Sports Materials 70 Sports Science 148 Sports Science and Engineering 150
Midwifery 118 Nursing 120 Osteopathy 124 Paramedic Science 126 Psychology 140 Social Policy 142 Social Work 144
College of Science
Biology and Biological Sciences 34 Computer Science 42 Geo-Informatics 78 Geography 80 Marine Biology 102 Mathematics 104 Physical Earth Science 132 Physics 134 Zoology 160
College of Engineering
Engineering Aerospace 50 Engineering Chemical 52 Engineering Civil 54 Engineering Electrical and Electronic 56 Engineering Environmental 58 Engineering Integrated Foundation Year Schemes 60 Engineering Materials 62 Engineering Mechanical 64
College of Human and Health Sciences

Health and Social Care 84 Healthcare Science Audiology 86 Healthcare Science Medical Physics Technology 88 Healthcare Science Physiological Sciences 90 Medical Sciences and Humanities 112
College of Medicine
Medical Biochemistry and Biochemistry 108 Medical Genetics and Genetics 110 Medicine Graduate Entry Medicine Mb Bch (Wales) 114
College of Business, Economics and Law School of Business and Economics

Business Management 36 Economics 46
Department of Adult Continuing Education

Humanities 94
A journey of discovery { begins right here }

Study and live by the sea
When you start university, youre embarking on a great adventure, a life-changing and career-enhancing experience. Selecting a course is just one part of choosing the place where you will live, study, and call home for the next three to four years.
Rewarding Academic Success

Our Excellence Scholarships are awarded to ALL students who achieve three A grades at A level (or equivalent) AND five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent). Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma students who achieve Core + AA in options subjects will be eligible to receive the award. Each Scholarship will be worth 3,000 over two years (with 1,500 payable in the first year and a further 1,500 payable in the second year). For details of all our scholarships and bursaries visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/scholarships
University is second to none. With fantastic views of the beach and the park from many of the residences on campus it just cant be beaten. The University has a great balance of work and play, with great encouragement from all to achieve the best that you can.
The atmosphere at Swansea
Our campus lifestyle fosters a welcoming, cosmopolitan community that offers something for everyone. Then theres our location, which gives you the best of every world: were situated in rolling parkland on the majestic three-mile sweep of Swansea Bay, and within easy reach of the bustling city of Swansea. When you choose to study at Swansea University, you not only become part of an ambitious, research-led institution but you also benefit from living in the one of the UKs most naturally beautiful regions. Its no wonder many of our graduates choose to stay here long after their studies.
Laura Pettit BSc Business Management
See for yourself

Seeing is believing so why not come and take a closer look? Our Open Days will give you a feel for campus life and what you can expect from the Swansea experience. Our Open Days for 2013 entry see below:
Open Days:
Saturday 30th June Saturday 6th October Saturday 10th November
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I spent four weeks at a university in China and I was able to travel around Beijing and the Great Wall afterwards, its been a really good experience to put on my CV.
Reem Al-Hassani, BSc Actuarial Studies with Accounting
Swansea
a breath of fresh air
A vibrant student city, Swansea has it all. From a thriving cultural and sporting scene to an awesome night life, stunning coastal scenery to tranquil parks, and great shopping to the best of modern city living, Swansea is the ideal place to build your future.
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Out and about

Youll discover that Swansea and the Gower encompass the best of all worlds, balancing exciting city living with a natural paradise just a stones throw from your front door. Our campus sits in the midst of Singleton Park and Singleton Botanical Gardens, one of the four parks in Swansea to be awarded the 2009 Green Flag award. The University grounds themselves won the 2009 Swansea in Bloom Gold award. Youll also be just a few footsteps from the sea
our parkland campus is situated on the three-mile beach of Swansea Bay the Gower Peninsula 19 miles of dramatic and picturesque coastline is ideal for the great escape when you need a break from lectures and the library Three Cliffs Bay reached the finals of ITVs Britains Best View some of the UKs best surfing is just around the corner Worms Head at Rhossili voted the most romantic place to see a sunset in the UK by readers of Country Living magazine clean, award-winning beaches including five Blue Flag beaches that have featured in national television campaigns
A whole new world { a whole new you}

Broaden your mind
Studying in Swansea gives you many opportunities to indulge your artistic and cultural side. At the heart of our campus is the Taliesin Arts Centre, a lively venue that hosts a broad programme of live drama, dance, jazz and world music, and cinema screenings. The Taliesin is also home to the Ceri Richards Gallery, which exhibits work by emerging and established artists, and the Egypt Centre, a two-storey gallery displaying over a thousand Ancient Egyptian objects dating back from before 3,500BC to AD500. If you want to venture off campus, you can: visit the Dylan Thomas Centre, which hosts an annual Dylan Thomas Festival, regular poetry evenings and performances that are open to all make the most of Swanseas Grand Theatres Arts Wing, a popular comedy and jazz venue, with two exhibition areas, a rooftop bar and caf, and a 120-seat performance space explore the National Waterfront Museum, which preserves Wales rich industrial and maritime heritage, or Wales oldest museum, the Swansea Museum, which houses treasures from Swanseas past
the fishing village of Mumbles on the southern tip of Swansea Bay is a real gem chill out in one of the popular village pubs or sample some award-winning local ice-cream The surrounding area is also worth exploring. Within just a few miles youll find: Carmarthenshire the Garden of Wales Waterfall country the Vales of Afan and Neath the wild, mountainous beauty of the Brecon Beacons countless medieval castles and historic monuments Singleton Park houses the annual Escape in the Park
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Cafes, culture { and breath-taking countryside}

Modern and cosmopolitan with its waterfront development, caf quarters and thriving student population, Swansea is also steeped in tradition, culture and character. Whether youre living on or off campus, youre always within easy reach of the Citys great leisure facilities and buzzing nightlife. Choose from a variety of pubs, clubs and bars on Swanseas famous Wind Street, enjoy the atmosphere in the Citys 6 million leisure complex Oceana, or soak up a more earthy vibe in one of the many excellent live music venues youll soon feel a part of Swanseas social scene. New landmark developments, including Wales tallest building, give the place a real sense of purpose and vision, whilst the stunning scenery of the surrounding area means that you will be studying in one of the UKs most beautiful locations. For leisure and entertainment, local venues include the LC2, home to the Boardrider, the worlds first deep water standing wave machine. The 20,000+ seat Liberty Stadium is home to professional football and rugby in the City, and also hosts major pop and rock concerts. And if you love film, look no further than Swanseas state-of-the-art 12-screen Vue cinema and the Odeon Cinema complex, which also houses a ten-pin bowling alley. 12
Youll also find: the City Centre and Quadrant shopping centre home to a wide range of independent retailers and major high street stores. The latest development, a 30 million retail project, promises even more choice for shoppers the Maritime Quarter a breezy venue for marina scenery, sailing, exhibitions, pubs and places to eat Swanseas famous undercover market unbeatable for fresh produce and local seafood all the main supermarkets: Tesco, Co-op, Lidl and Sainsburys are closest to the University in the City Centre nothing is too far away theres a frequent bus service, an extensive network of traffic-free cycle paths, and good coach, rail, and motorway connections
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Engineering adventure at 1,000mph

The BLOODHOUND Supersonic Car (SSC) aims to increase the current land speed record by over 30% to 1000mph by 2013. The five-year science and engineering adventure is the vision of current land speed record holders Sir Richard Noble and Wing Commander Andy Green, whose THRUST SSC took the record to 763mph.
Dr Ben Evans is CFD modeller on the

BLOODHOUND project. He is studying the cars aerodynamics to understand how it will behave. His computational models have influenced BLOODHOUNDs design, including its front wheel configuration, the shape of the nose, and the jet engine intake.
The CFD modelling continues to be one of the dominant tools used to develop the surface geometry of BLOODHOUND.
Swansea Universitys primary role in the of the pioneering Computational Fluid Dynamics
BLOODHOUND project has been the development (CFD) technology used to aerodynamically design the THRUST SSC. That CFD technology has since been further refined and customised to address BLOODHOUND SSCs ambitious and specific challenges in science, engineering and maths.
www.bloodhoundssc.com
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{driving potential}
Swansea Universitys researchers are pushing back the boundaries of scientific and academic thought undertaking research that has global significance, and which touches every aspect of society, from culture, climate change, and business, to engineering, science, health and well-being. Many of our researchers are recognised internationally for their contributions to their field. We are particularly proud of our productive collaborative links with industry, which are amongst the best in the UK.
www.swansea.ac.uk/research
Leading the way
Low Cost Biomedical Sensors

Swansea researchers are using the latest printing technologies to develop a low cost biosensor capable of diagnosing a range of health conditions. The project aim is to place living antibodies into a suitable ink which would then be printed onto a compatible substrate or material to form a disposable sensor that can be mass produced at low cost. A printed array of antibodies will speed up the testing process while reducing the expertise and complexity of equipment needed introducing the possibility of hand held electronic scanners and far quicker diagnosis. It allows this aspect of patient care to be moved from hospital or laboratory to the GP surgery, releasing expensive hospital resources for other activities. It could also prove invaluable for use in emergency humanitarian situations and in remote areas.
The Richard Burton Centre for the Study of Wales

The Centre takes its name from the renowned stage actor and film star. In 2005 Richard Burtons personal papers were deposited in Swansea University, and form a central part of the new Richard Burton Archive facility, which opened in April 2010. The Centre recognises and respects the ways in which Wales can be regarded, understood and valued, whilst also placing Wales within global contexts and debates to seekout appropriate comparative frameworks through which the Welsh experience may be clarified.
Hywel Dda Research Institute

The School of Laws new Hywel Dda Research Institute provides intellectual leadership and direction for research that falls under the broad heading of Legal Wales, the process whereby the legal system in Wales has acquired its own distinctive legal identity in response to constitutional change and devolution.
Predicting Sea Level Rises
Swansea Glaciologists are working on a five-year, Leverhulme Trust-funded initiative to investigate the future stability of the Greenland ice sheet. The key outcome of the Greenland Ice Margin Prediction, Stability and Evolution (GLIMPSE) project will be better predictions in the rate of future sea level rise.
The lack of understanding of how Greenlands outlet glaciers are changing means that models will consistently under-predict the rate of sea-level rise from Greenland. The GLIMPSE project will help ensure these models make better predictions of the Greenland ice sheets future.
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Innovative Ageing
The Centre for Innovative Ageing is an interdisciplinary centre with a growing international reputation for its excellence in ageing research and training. The Centre provides a focus for ageing research across the Colleges of Human and Health Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. It is also home to the Older People and Ageing Research and Development Network, and the Wales Stroke Research Interest Group, and has strong links with the Wales Dementias and Neurodegenerative Diseases Research Network. The Centres work is targeted at identifying gaps in ageing research and generating new interdisciplinary knowledge. For further information about the ground-breaking research underway at Swansea University please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/research
Great migrations
The groundbreaking National Geographic Channel series chronicling epic animal migration was made possible through the expertise of a team of researchers at the University. Filming for the series involved using some of the Swansea Smart Tag Groups revolutionary electronic logging tags, to track and analyse the behaviour of marine animals including elephant seals, penguins, cormorants, whales, and sharks around the globe.
Antimatter Matters
Swanseas physicists are part of the ALPHA (Antihydrogen Laser Physics Apparatus) team based at CERN in Geneva which became the first team to create, trap, and store antihydrogen atoms long enough to study them in detail. This is a significant development on the teams major advance in November 2010, when atoms of antimatter were trapped for the first time.
The Artificial Lung

A collaborative two-year project between Swansea Universitys College of Engineering and industry is helping to develop respiratory aids that mimic the performance of healthy lungs. The project will allow immobile patients with lung disease to enjoy a better quality of life. The work builds on the collaboration between the University and the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, which has established Swansea as a major centre in the understanding of blood and its properties. Supported by the Welsh Government, the project aims to develop a prototype small-scale respiratory aid, which is capable of regulating blood oxygenation and carbon dioxide removal, in response to patients different metabolic requirements. 18
The research is supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and funding from the Leverhulme Trust. It aims to study antihydrogen and make detailed comparisons with ordinary hydrogen, the most abundant element in the Universe. Antihydrogen has only ever been formed in experiments, and the team hopes to reveal why this should be the case.
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Were with you { all the way}

Teaching excellence
Research-led and practice-driven teaching fosters a culture of inquisitiveness and imagination, and helps to ensure that the Universitys degrees are relevant to the modern world. Students benefit from course content that has been informed by their lecturers research interests, and by modules that require them to undertake research-based projects. As a research-led university, Swansea has a growing reputation for undertaking world-class research across many areas of its academic portfolio, but this doesnt necessarily mean that staff research expertise automatically informs course content. Similarly, many degree programmes, such as nursing, engineering, and law, lead to practical qualifications, yet the opportunities to put theory into practice may not always be integral to the teaching and learning experience. The University is currently assessing examples of research-led and practicedriven teaching linkages across campus to identify opportunities to build on existing good practice, and to develop new strategies that embed these linkages across its academic portfolio.
Support from professional bodies

Many of the Universitys courses are accredited by professional bodies, offer project placements with industry, and provide opportunities to apply knowledge in a practical setting. Visit the website to see some of the accreditations: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/ careers-and-employability/ accreditations
Library Resources
Located in the heart of the campus, our library building contains a wide range of resources to help you get the most out of your studies. In addition to the longest opening hours of any university library in Wales were open for over 110 hours a week during term time, including Sundays, with 24-hour opening during exams and the Summer term we have over 800,000 books, journals, newspapers and other printed materials, as well as videos, DVDs and a wide range of software applications. swanuni.iss
Employability Planning for your future

The sooner you start planning ahead, the better prepared youll be to grab the job opportunities you want. One of the Universitys key aims is to prepare and promote the employability of students. The Careers and Employability Service plays a key role in fulfilling this aim by providing services that can help you develop the knowledge, skills and qualities to get your first job. These attributes will subsequently enable you to manage your future career effectively. We offer impartial advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers and Employability staff in a supportive environment. www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/ careers-and-employability/service
Discovery student volunteering

Do you want to gain valuable interpersonal, leadership, social, and enterprise skills at the same time as helping other people to fulfil their potential? Discovery is a registered charity that has been established for over 40 years. It has hundreds of student volunteers who get involved with a wide range of projects across the City of Swansea. Discoverys student-led initiatives bring new experiences and opportunities to some of the regions most disadvantaged groups, and help our students to appreciate and enhance their own personal development. For more information, please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/discovery
I work at the Egypt centre which we are very lucky to have at this University. Its one of the only ones in the UK that has Egyptology as a degree and an Egypt museum on campus.
The Science and Innovation Campus

The new campus will provide a research and testing facility operated in partnership with Rolls-Royce, as well as integrated teaching and research facilities that will further enhance the employability of our graduates by equipping them with the skills and experiences that employers value. 20
Isabel, BA Egyptology and Ancient History

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Teaching
{Excellence}
Studying in a research-led university also means that you benefit from the knowledge and skills of internationally renowned academics at the top of their game.
Swansea University has been awarded a 5 star rating for its Teaching Quality
by the QS Stars global university ratings system.
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Go further { worlds of opportunity}

Swansea University recognises that enhancing its future graduates employability has never been more important. With links to more than one hundred partner universities and organisations in exciting destinations around the world, and a range of summer and work abroad programmes, Swansea University is uniquely placed to offer students the opportunity to Go Further... Study and work abroad. Why should you Go Further...?
The benefits of study and work abroad to students are well-documented:
Summer programmes
Our portfolio of summer programmes offers students the opportunity to acquire valuable experience abroad during the summer vacation. Current programmes include study, work and volunteer programmes in Africa, America, Asia and Europe. Programmes and destinations vary year on year. Please see the website for current details: www.swansea.ac.uk/summerprogrammes
Study abroad
The destinations available to you will depend on your degree programme. Please see the website for details: www.swansea.ac.uk/studyabroad Year abroad: If your degree scheme offers an intercalary year abroad (four year degree scheme), you will study at a partner institution in your third year. Semester abroad: Some degree schemes allow you to spend a semester abroad in your second year as part of a three year degree scheme.
Work abroad
There are a variety of opportunities to gain international work experience. These include: Erasmus work placements British Council Language Assistant placements Internships with multi-national companies in India Law and Media internships in Oklahoma, USA Availability varies each year. Visit the website for full details: www.swansea.ac.uk/workabroad
Funding
Study and work abroad in European countries may be eligible for funding from the Erasmus programme. Funding may also be available for other programmes. Please see our website for details: www.swansea.ac.uk/gofurther
a graduate with any overseas international experience as more employable.

CIHE Report, Graduate Employability: What do employers think and want? 2008 Students who study or work abroad gain invaluable life skills. These include improved global and intercultural awareness, maturity, confidence and adaptability to new environments and challenges.
One third of employers viewed
Meet our student bloggers

Experience living and studying in Swansea.
Where can I go?

Swansea University has links with more than one hundred partner universities and organisations around the world, including:
Follow us on Twitter/swanseaIDO www.facebook.com/GOFurtherSwanseaUniversity
http://studentblogs.swansea.ac.uk
Australia Austria Canada Denmark Finland
France Germany Hong Kong Hungary Italy
Netherlands New Zealand Norway Patagonia Portugal
Spain Sweden Switzerland USA
Swansea University offered such a unique course that allowed me to spend a year abroad in Canada.
Aimee, BA International Business Management

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For students who take their sport seriously, its always refreshing to find a university that shares their commitment and ambitions. But were just as serious about promoting sport for all whatever your level.
A True Sporting University
www.swansea.ac.uk/sport/varsity
I just love life in Swansea, I couldnt think of anywhere else to go, I just love it!
Nathan, BSc Sports Science
Sporting Entrance Scholarships

Each year the University offers several undergraduate entrance scholarships for outstanding students in their sporting activity. Each scholarship is worth 1,000 per annum and is renewable for three years. The scheme aims to cover the enormous spectrum of talent which young people reveal in individual and team sports. We look for students who not only satisfy the normal academic requirements for admission but who have also demonstrated outstanding ability in their chosen sport. In practice, because of the intensity of competition for these awards, this normally means having reached a nationally recognised level of excellence.
Sporting Excellence
The University is building a reputation as a natural centre for sporting excellence, and our facilities will be instrumental in helping athletes to achieve their dreams at the London 2012 Olympics, and beyond. Many Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth and World Championship athletes have studied at Swansea University. Some have been products of our undergraduate Elite Athletes scholarship scheme; others have enhanced their potential as a result of the competitive and supportive environment here in Swansea.
Varsity
The Welsh Varsity Challenge is the biggest student event in Wales, and is the second largest of the British Varsity Games, behind the Oxford/Cambridge game. Varsity sees Swansea and Cardiff Universities competing in over 20 different sports, from basketball, rowing, golf, and hockey to fencing, squash, and Ultimate Frisbee. The competition culminates in the showpiece rugby match, which in 2011 took place in front of a crowd of 14,000 at the home of Welsh rugby, the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. Many students have gone on to represent and gain contracts with semi-professional and professional clubs on the back of great performances in the Welsh Varsity Match. Previous teams fielded by Swansea University have included Welsh internationals Alun-Wyn Jones, Richie Pugh and Dwayne Peel. To date, Swansea has won ten of the fifteen Varsity rugby matches, drawing once. www.welshvarsity.com
Sports Village
Our 20 million Sports Village is home to: Wales National Pool Swansea a 50-metre pool and 25-metre warm-up pool fully equipped UniGym with over 80 fitness stations indoor training centre climbing wall physiotherapy suite and sports massage facilities multipurpose sports hall rugby pitches football pitches cricket squares tennis courts all-weather pitches five-a-side courts lacrosse pitch eight-lane athletics track
fixture attracting superb support from University students and alumni. Swanseas successful record to date shows the passion and preparation that the University shows at each Varsity fixture.
Varsity is always a massive
www.swansea.ac.uk/scholarships/ sports-scholarships
Alun-Wyn Jones, Wales and Ospreys Rugby, and Swansea graduate
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{Sport} set your goals

Our sporting alumni include:
Athletics, GB (Olympics) Lacrosse, England Cricket, England
Daniel Caines Jo Crerar
Alun-Wyn Jones Daniel Jones
Rugby, Wales and GB Hockey, Wales Rugby, Wales and GB Rugby, Welsh Ladies Karate, England
Adrian Dale
Robert Howley
Martyn Davies Tim Dolton Tim Dykes
Swimming, Wales (CG) Sailing (Global Challenge) Golf, Wales Swimming, Wales (CG) Surfing
Katherine Lenaghan Katrina Lowe
Sarah Powtle Hockey,

Wales (CG)
Steven Evans
Phillipa Roles
Athletics, GB (Olympics) Rugby, Wales Swimming, Scotland (CG)
Renee Godfrey Victoria Hale Emma James
Paul Thorburn
Swimming, Wales (CG) Hockey, Wales (CG)
Stephanie Watson
for the facilities, but of course it was ideal to be so close to the Wales National Pool Swansea. The University was really supportive in helping me to balance my studies with training and competing. Swimmer Liz Johnson struck Gold at the Paralympic Games in Beijing. She graduated from Swansea in Business Management and Finance in 2007.
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I have really enjoyed my two years here because of all the friends Ive made especially in the sailing club; its a really sociable place to be. My course is great and I got to go on a field trip to New York which was really good fun!
Alex, BSc Zoology
My course this year has been really relevant to what I want to do, I know I want to work in the public sector, something to do with healthcare or social work. All my modules are relevant, the staff are helpful and Im really enjoying it!
Imogen, BA Human Geography
I chose Swansea because of the great location, you get to work with world renowned academics and the services and societies are second to none. Im a member of the scuba diving society, they go on trips all the time and give you great discounts on scuba diving activities.
Ruth, BSc Health and Social Care
Great facilities available on campus, and a Premier League football team Swansea is the best!
Im currently a member of the netball team. Its a good way to keep fit and to meet loads of new people.
Im hoping to do postgrad Medicine and Id love the opportunity to stay here because I think its a fantastic university and I wouldnt want to go anywhere else.
Lucy, LLB Law
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Mahaboob, BA Modern Studies and Diplomacy
Bethan, BA Media Studies
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American Studies
BA Single Honours T701 s American Studies T700 u American Studies BA Joint Honours American Studies and QT37 s English Literature TQ73 u English Literature TR71 u French LT77 s Geography TL77 u Geography TR72 u German VT17 s History TV71 u History LT2R u International Relations TR73 u Italian LT27 s Politics
TL72 VTH7 TVR3 TR74 QT57
93% of graduates in full-time employment

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10)
u s u u Q
Politics Social History Social History Spanish Welsh
How can I find out more?

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/artsandhumanities Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: ahadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 606980/606981 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information
What grades do I need?

A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
American Studies
LLB Joint Honours American Studies and MT17 s Law MT1R u Law
s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme Q 3/4 year scheme
I stand here knowing that my story is part of the larger American story, that I owe a debt to all of those who came before me, and that in no other country on Earth is my story even possible. Barack Obama, July 2004 The USA has an immediate, ongoing impact on all our lives. It influences our culture, our economy, and our political outlook. American Studies at Swansea is a broad-based, interdisciplinary degree scheme that enables you to appreciate the nature of the USA and its culture, history and political traditions. These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including teaching, accountancy, business administration, IT, the media, the Civil Service, marketing, PR, and advertising help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research
How is the degree structured?

A key feature of this course is the opportunity to explore how and why the USA is regarded as it is around the world, giving you a unique transnational perspective. Over 250 American students study at Swansea each year, giving you access to a ready-made network of contacts with links stretching across the USA. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and seminars, supported by a well-equipped visual resource library. If you choose one of the four-year degree programmes, you will complete a year abroad, studying either at an American university or in Europe (if you take American Studies with a language). If you choose a three-year scheme, you will normally spend all your time in Swansea but have the option of studying for one semester in the USA.
What modules can I study?

Level One You will take three compulsory modules that are designed to give you an introduction to the various disciplines that American Studies embraces: An introduction to American Politics, from the Constitution to the Presidency Nineteenth- and Twentieth- Century Literature American Culture A concise overview of American History Optional modules can be chosen from a range offered in Political and Cultural Studies and more broadly within the College of Arts and Humanities. These currently include War and Peace in the Nuclear Age, Introduction to Film Studies and Representations of War.
Levels Two and Three You can choose from a wide range of modules in American Studies, including: Presidential Leadership Race and Ethnicity The American Civil War American Word American Image The Making of Transatlantic America Native American Culture African-American History Contemporary American Fiction The American South Issues in American Politics African American Literature and Culture Drug War USA American West (ie. Sunfighter) Communication Technologies in the USA
I am employed as a Research Consultant for Russell Reynolds
Associates, one of the top four executive search firms globally. Russell Reynolds only hire graduates into the research function and thus without my degree I would not have been accepted onto the scheme. The fact that I did well in my degree also helped a great deal as they like to hire people with drive, which is difficult to prove when you are starting out. Also, the fact that I spent a year studying in the US helps a great deal in my day-to-day working life.
Amy Tindale, BA American Studies
How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, oral presentations, assignments, and a dissertation.
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Biology and Biological Sciences

College of Science
BSc Single Honours C104 s Biology C100 s Biological Sciences (with deferred
choice of specialisation)

Having achieved a First Class Honours in Biology in 2010, I now

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/biosci Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: biosciences@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295720 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB or equivalent, including Biology IB: 33, including 5 in Biology at Higher Level (HL) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Biology and Biological Sciences
work as a Research Assistant in the microbiology lab at Zoobiotic where I am responsible for product testing. It is a challenging position which I was well prepared for because my dissertation involved culturing maggots and testing their medically important secretions.
BSc Joint Honours Biological Sciences and CL17 s Geography

For related degrees, please see Marine Biology (page 102) and Zoology (page 160).
Mark Martin, BSc Biology, Research Assistant, Zoobiotic Ltd
s 3 year scheme
Biologists share a fascination for the natural world, whether they are seeking an understanding of the forces that determine how a cell develops, the ways in which organisms interact with their environments, or the complexities of the human genome. Swanseas degrees in Biology and Biological Sciences give you the flexibility to study living organisms wherever your interests lie. This degree will: prepare you for a career in field-orientated and/or laboratoryorientated employment in areas including education, conservation, environmental monitoring, agriculture and university research give you an in-depth understanding of living organisms and their interaction with the environment provide you with the skills necessary for species identification and environmental survey provide you with specialist training and the high-level skills demanded by potential employers equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and discussion groups, supported by practical classes and popular field courses. You will also benefit from excellent teaching facilities for ecological, physiological and molecular studies. Field studies will allow you to work in exemplary local habitats such as the spectacular marine coastal ecosystems, freshwater/wetland environments and terrestrial habitats of Gower, a national area of outstanding natural beauty. Our new Teaching Laboratory is a significantly upgraded facility to teach a higher level of transferable laboratory techniques and skills, with a capacity to hold 150 students; it includes a full range of AV facilities able to transmit to several plasma screens output from a variety of sources including microscopes, PCs, DVD/Video players and visualise/ camera units. During Level Three, you will complete a research project, which may be fieldbased, laboratory-based or purely analytical. Depending on the nature of your project you may work as part of a team, or as an independent researcher.
While doing this, you will develop the skills necessary for project management and teamwork and will be trained to design experiments and plan work programmes. You will benefit from excellent teaching facilities, including: teaching, research and IT laboratories an extensive range of modern analytical equipment specialised culture facilities for a range of organisms constant temperature rooms and other growth rooms, aquaria, and greenhouses the Zoological Museum a custom-designed 12.5m coastal research vessel, the RV Noctiluca
Level One Science Writing and Career Skills Science Skills for Biological Scientists Chemistry of Life Animal Diversity, Form and Function Plants and Algae Diversity, Form and Function Cellular and Microbial Biology Introduction to Ecology and Behaviour Genetics and Evolutionary Processes Level Two How to Undertake Research in Biological Sciences Molecular Ecology Biology Literature Review Cell and Immunobiology Terrestrial Invertebrates and Parasites Vertebrates Animal Behaviour in Conservation and Welfare Coastal Marine Ecology Oceanography Marine Plankton and Pelagic Invertebrates Human and Medical Genetics Clinical Biochemistry and Physiology
Level Three Biology Research Project Terrestrial Ecology Field Course OR Animal Ecology Field Course Literature Review in Biology Current research in biology each member of staff presents a module on their own specific research interests (on a range of topics) from which you select five for assessment Biological Sciences with deferred choice of specialisation If you are unsure which degree to study, you may defer choosing your degree scheme until the end of Level One. The schemes available are Biology, Zoology and Marine Biology. For further details, see Marine Biology (page 102), and Zoology (page 160). Joint Honours degrees If you choose the Geography and Biological Sciences degree, you will take advantage of staff strengths in biosciences and physical geography. For further details, see Geography (page 80).

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework and a practical research project.

Initially, we want you to obtain the essential elements of a broad biological education and training that will allow you to progress into more specialised areas at Levels Two and Three. To ensure this, the Level One course is largely prescribed. Subsequently, at Levels Two and Three the course offers some optional modules that enable you to customise your learning experience. Current modules include:
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Business Management
School of Business and Economics
BA Single Honours N101 s Business Management N2M1 s Business Management with Law N128 u International Business Management
(North America) N125 u International Business Management (Australasia) N126 u International Business Management (Europe) N127 u International Business Management (Language) N1N4 s Business Management (Accounting) N1N3 s Business Management (Finance) N1G5 s Business Management (Information Systems) N1N5 s Business Management (Marketing) N123 u International Business Management (North America) N121 u International Business Management (Australasia) N124 u International Business Management (Europe) N122 u International Business Management (Language)


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/business Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: sbe.ug@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295601 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme

A levels: ABB BBB IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Our offers will recognise the completion of the Welsh Baccalaureate core. For all of our courses you will need GCSE Mathematics and English or Welsh language at grade C or above.
If you choose to study one of our International (language) degree programmes, you will normally require an A level in an appropriate language, although a GCSE in Italian or Spanish may be acceptable for degrees with these languages. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Business Management
BSc Single Honours NN43 s Accounting and Finance NN4H u Accounting and Finance
(with a year abroad) N100 s Business Management
BSc Joint Honours NL21 s Business Management

and Economics
Management is about making decisions and getting the most from people at all levels in all types of organisations. It is interdisciplinary: social, environmental, psychological, economic and technical factors play important roles. Business Management at Swansea provides a core of required subjects together with a wide choice of routes through the studies, creating an educational experience that is academically rewarding and which provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers. The School of Business and Economics has a strong international dimension and many of our degree schemes offer the option of a one-year exchange studying at an academic institution in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or at an English-speaking University in Europe. Career prospects are outstanding, and the School has been accredited by professional bodies, including:
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Such accreditations may exempt you from examinations of some professional bodies after you graduate. These degrees will: prepare you for management careers in sectors such as retail, manufacturing, finance, accounting and the public sector equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving and analytical skills to enhance your employability Combine theoretical and practice-driven perspectives to give you more complete business education Entrepreneurship and Employability Our students have a range of opportunities to gain relevant work experience though internships, industry-linked projects and work placements or work tasters arranged through our partner GO Wales. Contact us or visit our website for further details.

You can choose to follow a general programme of study or you may specialise in a particular area. Our wide range of modules gives you the freedom to follow the subjects of most interest to you. Many modules are common to all Business Management degrees, but compulsory modules will vary according to the course you choose to follow. You can specialise in Marketing, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems, or you can choose a year abroad scheme where you will have the opportunity to study at one of our 40 partner universities or business schools in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Europe. As our Level One modules are common to most degree programmes, our courses are structured to give you the flexibility you need to meet your education aims and objectives. For instance, you can usually change between a three-year and a four-year programme, between a BA and a BSc, or between a general degree and a more specific programme of study.

Business Management degrees: Level One Modules cover the skills you need to study Business Management, including: Marketing People and Organisations Financial and Management Accounting Economics Academic, Professional and Entrepreneurship Skills Statistical Methods Quantitative Methods Alternative versions of Level One modules are provided for students with different mathematical backgrounds and for students with or without A level Economics. Level Two At Level Two, each degree programme becomes progressively more specialised. Students study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules but with a greater choice of modules than at Level One. The BSc Business Management degrees focus more on quantitative aspects of the subject such as Corporate Finance and Operations Management, whilst the BA degrees focus more on organisational and people-related topics such as
Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour. At Level Two, approximately one-third of your modules are free choice, and include topics such as accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, human resource management, organisational behaviour, business law, decision making, information systems, economics and a European language option. Level Three You will have compulsory modules relating to your chosen degree scheme, but at this level you will be able to choose approximately half of your modules from the options available. These will allow you to explore new topics as well as further develop your knowledge of subjects studied at Level Two. Typical modules include: Consumer Behaviour Marketing Research Marketing Communications Financial Services Financial Innovation and Risk Management E-commerce Entrepreneurship Environmental Management Business Law
Employment Relations Human Resource Management Business Ethics Management Strategy Project Management Information Systems
Accounting and Finance: follows a similar structure to the Business Management degree at Level One, but with significant emphasis on finance and accounting topics such as Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation at Levels Two and Three. Students on this scheme will obtain exemption from some CIMA and ACCA professional examinations. Business Management (Marketing): follows a similar structure to the Business Management degree at Levels One and Two, but with significant emphasis on marketing topics such as Consumer Behaviour, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Research and Global Strategic Marketing at Level Three. Graduates of this scheme will be eligible for entry to the Chartered Institute of Marketings Professional Diploma.
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Business Management
At Swansea I have achieved more than I ever thought I was capable
of. The flexible course structure has allowed me to specialise in topics of particular interest, and the knowledge and skills I gained mean that I could get a job in any area of management. The superb staff and great learning environment have really helped me fulfil my potential. Ive loved every minute of it!
Francesca Sibbald, BSc Business Management Graduate Trainee, TLC Marketing
Business Management (Finance): follows a similar structure to the Business Management degree at Level One, but with significant emphasis on topics such as Financial Accounting, Financial Innovation and Risk Management, Financial Services and International Financial Management at Levels Two and Three. Business Management (Accounting): follows a similar structure to the Business Management degree at Level One, but with significant emphasis on topics such as Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Auditing and Financial Services at Levels Two and Three. Business Management (Information Systems): follows a similar structure to the Business Management degree at Level One, but with significant emphasis on topics such as Information Systems Analysis and Design, E-Commerce, Database Systems and Information Systems Planning and Management at Levels Two and Three.
Business Management with Law: follows the Business Management programme structure, with a third of your credits taken in modules from the School of Law. An LLB Law with Business programme is also available see page 100 for details. Business Management and Economics: follows the Business Management programme, with approximately half of your credits taken in Economics modules.
Recent graduate destinations

Advanced Analytical Modelling Consultant, AC Neilsen Business Analyst, Bloomberg Commercial Graduate, Tata Steel Finance Analyst, Cable and Wireless Worldwide Finance Graduate Trainee, Tate & Lyle Finance Graduate, Ford Motor Company Financial Auditor, PriceWaterhouseCoopers Financial Management Trainee, LOreal Foreign Exchange Trader, HSBC Graduate Management Trainee, Enterprise Rent-a-Car Graduate Management Trainee, Barclays Investment Banker, Julian Hodge IT Consultant, Cap Gemini Management Consultant, Accenture Management Trainee, Marks & Spencer Management Trainee, Shell UK Recruitment Consultant, Microsoft Share Dealer, OSTC Trainee Accountant, Deloitte Trainee Auditor, PriceWaterhouseCoopers

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including written examinations and continuous assessment of your work in lectures, practical work, group assignments, seminars and tutorials.
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Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology

BA Single Honours V116 s Ancient and Medieval History V112 s Ancient History Q820 s Classical Civilisation Q800 s Classics V410 s Egyptology BA Joint Honours Ancient History and QVJ1 s English Language Studies VQ13 s English Literature VR11 u French VR12 u German VQ17 s Greek V110 s History VR13 u Italian VQ16 s Latin
V115 VL12 VR14 VQ15

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) BA Joint Honours Latin and VQ16 s Ancient History QQ86 s Classical Civilisation QQ63 s English Language Studies QQ36 s English Literature QR61 u French QR62 u German QV61 s History QR63 u Italian QVP1 s Medieval Studies QR64 u Spanish QQ56 Q Welsh s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme Q 3/4 year scheme
s s u Q
Medieval Studies Politics Spanish Welsh
BA Joint Honours Egyptology and VV41 s Ancient History VQ48 s Classical Civilisation BA Joint Honours Greek and VQ17 s Ancient History QQ78 s Classical Civilisation QQ73 s English Language Studies QQ37 s English Literature QR71 u French QR72 u German QV71 s History QVR1 s Medieval Studies QQ57 Q Welsh


A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 If you wish to study the Classics degree, you will need to have studied Greek or Latin to A level standard. For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology
BA Joint Honours Classical Civilisation and QQ38 s English Language Studies QQ83 s English Literature QR81 u French QR82 u German QQ78 s Greek QV81 s History QR83 u Italian QQ86 s Latin QVV1 s Medieval Studies QR84 u Spanish QQ85 Q Welsh
Warfare, Politics, Gender. These were key issues in the ancient world, just as they are today. The conquests of Rameses ll, Alexander, and the Caesars; the rebellion of Boudica and the poetry of Sappho; and the writings of Homer, Virgil, and the Classical playwrights and philosophers all these have captivated us for thousands of years, and continue to do so. Classics, Ancient History, and Egyptology at Swansea University encompass history and literature, archaeology and art, and culture and philosophy to shed light on the ancient civilisations that have shaped our modern world. These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant to careers in a range of diverse fields, including management, administration, journalism, and the civil service, or more specialist careers in fields such as teaching, heritage management, and museum work help you to gain transferable skills valued by employers, including team-working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a platform for postgraduate study

As a student of Classics, Ancient History or Egyptology, you study a range of modules which cover all aspects of the ancient world. In addition, students of Egyptology benefit immensely from access to the Universitys Egypt Centre, a unique, campus-based museum housing around 3,000 archaeological objects from the Wellcome Collection of Egyptian antiquities. The Egypt Centre is an invaluable resource, especially during Level Three, if you decide to carry out a museum project on a topic of your choice. You can study Greek, Latin, or Egyptian language as part of all our degree programmes, with beginners courses available for each. If you have previous experience of either Greek or Latin, you may be able to study these languages at a higher level. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and tutorials, with an emphasis on interactive learning and class participation.

Ancient History concentrates on the political and social history of the Greek and Roman worlds. Classical Civilisation covers the literature and culture of the Greek and Roman worlds. Classics studies classical Greek and Latin languages and literature. Egyptology covers the language, history, literature, culture, and archaeology of ancient Egypt. Greek covers classical Greek language as well as aspects of Greek history and civilisation, and Latin offers study of the classical Latin language as well as aspects of Roman history and civilisation. Students of Ancient History and Classical Civilisation, whilst specialising in either the history or literature and culture of the ancient world, choose from a common set of modules which covers all aspects of antiquity. Compulsory modules are minimal, allowing students to pursue their own interests within the parameters of their chosen degree scheme.
Level One Interpreting Antiquity Classical Athens Augustan Rome Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Civilisation Introduction to Ancient Egyptian History Introduction to Philosophy Beginning Latin Beginning Greek Egyptian Language Levels Two and Three Ancient History and Classical Civilisation Writing Ancient History (compulsory for Single Honours, recommended for Joint Honours Ancient History) Reading Classical Civilisation (compulsory for Single and Joint Honours Classical Civilisation) War and Warfare in the Ancient World The End of the Roman Republic 133-44 BC The History and Archaeology of Roman Britain The Roman Empire, AD 14-238 Late Antiquity: the Transformation of the Roman World, AD 250-600 Greek City States Hellenistic Civilisation The Rise of Modern Science: from Athens to Los Alamos
History of Ancient Technology and Engineering Greek Historians: History as Literature Alexandria: Multicultural Metropolis of the Ancient World Pagans, Jews, and Christians: Religions of the Roman Empire Sport, Games and Entertainment in the Greek and Roman World Homer and Heroism: Homers Iliad Greek Tragedy: Decision and Responsibility Platos Republic The Greek Romance: Sea, Sun and Sex The Roman Comic Novel Classics in the Cinema Study Trip Module: Peloponnese Dissertation Classics The Classics degree focuses on the study of Greek and Latin languages, and the literatures of the Greek and Roman worlds in their original languages. You will also choose optional modules from those offered for the Classical Civilisation and Ancient History degrees.
Egyptology Egyptian language (compulsory for Single Honours, recommended for Joint Honours) Introduction to Egyptian Archaeology Ancient Egyptian Religious Beliefs and Practices Problems and Practice in Egyptian Material Culture Egyptian Town and Country Introduction to Old Egyptian The Amarna Age Magic and Ritual in Ancient Egypt Alexandria: Multicultural Metropolis of the Ancient World Dissertation or museum project Please note modules may be subject to change.

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, oral presentations, coursework assignments, and a dissertation or museum project.
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Computer Science
College of Science
BSc Single Honours G400 s Computer Science G4R1 u Computer Science (with French) G4R2 u Computer Science (with German) G4R3 u Computer Science (with Italian) G4R4 u Computer Science (with Spanish) G4Q5 u Computer Science (with Welsh) G420 s Computing and Communications G4L1 s Computing with Finance H641 s Internet Technology G4GC s Mathematics for Computer Science H646 s Mobile Communications and
Internet Technology

MEng Single Honours G403 u Computing BSc Joint Honours Computer Science and GF48 s Geo-Informatics FG34 s Physics GG41 s Pure Mathematics

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/compsci Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: compsci@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 602022 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information
What grades do I need? MEng

A levels: AAB or equivalent IB: 34 Welsh Bac: See page 206
For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 A level Computer Science/Studies is helpful, but not essential. A B in GCSE Mathematics is required for all degrees, but you will need A level Mathematics if you choose to study Computing and Communications, Mathematics for Computer Science, or Joint Honours with Mathematics. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Computer Science
BSc
A levels: ABB IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206
s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme
Computer Science affects every aspect of our lives, placing increasing demands on education, business, and industry to ensure that the workforce of the future is equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in the Digital Age. Computer Science at Swansea is at the heart of the technological innovation that is redefining the way we live, learn, and work. Our main degree programmes have been accredited by the British Computer Society, which allows you to join the Society at graduate level. These degrees will: train you for high-level entry into a wide range of careers, including software development, Internet systems, and development for mobile technologies provide you with the skills needed to identify the correct solutions to problems, and to measure how effective your solutions are teach you how to analyse and assess systems, and design new ones provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
In addition, the Departments industrial liaison arm, IT Wales, can help you to gain valuable industry experience through paid placement work.

Level One Programming Modelling Computing Systems Concepts of Computer Science Professional Issues 1: Computers and Society Professional Issues 2: Software Development Level Two Concurrency Logic Programming and Artificial Intelligence Computer Graphics 1: Image Processing and Synthesis Database Systems Language and Computation Algorithms Software Engineering

As a student, you will have access to dedicated computer laboratories containing a modern and sophisticated range of Windows, Linux and Apple computers. You will be taught mainly through lectures, laboratory work, seminars, and tutorials. More substantial practical work is undertaken during group coursework exercises, and in individual projects. You will learn to program in Java and other programming languages depending on your choice of modules.
Level Three Computer Graphics 2: Modelling and Rendering Concepts of Programming Languages High Integrity Systems Cryptography and IT Security Project Specification and Development Data Visualization Internet Computing Project Implementation and Dissertation Artificial Intelligence Applications Building Reliable Web Applications Mobile Interaction Design Developing Apps for IOS and Android High-Performance Computing in C/C++ Software Testing Embedded Systems Logic for Computer Science Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
Swansea has to be one of the best universities in the UK to
read Computer Science. There is brilliant student support, a fantastic ambience, and its great location to study. I enjoyed the modules, final project, and the company of my course mates throughout the entire programme, as well as the support from my tutors, lecturers and supervisors.
Dhanaraj Jayapalan, BSc Computer Science 2009 Graduate Developer, Thomsons Online Benefits

You will be assessed by a combination of written examinations, coursework, and a project in your final Level.
Are there any scholarships or bursaries?

We have a number of bursaries available please contact us for further details.
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Criminology
School of Law
BSc Single Honours M2L4 s Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc Joint Honours Criminology and MLF4 s Social Policy LLB Joint Honours Criminology and MM19 s Law


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/law Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: r.k.bayliss@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 602441 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 A levels in English, History, Geography, Sociology, Law, or Psychology are desirable, but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Criminology
s 3 year scheme
Criminology is the study of why people commit unlawful acts; how and why we characterise crime in the way we do, and how the criminal justice system works. It encompasses a range of academic fields, including history, social policy, politics, and sociology, to provide a view of crime from a social and individual perspective, and it looks critically at how the sentencing system works. Criminology at Swansea University provides an opportunity to specialise in areas such as youth justice, crime, drugs and alcohol, prisons, corporate crime and sexual crime. These degrees will: prepare you for a rewarding career in the criminal justice system, such as the police, prison, and probation services equip you with the skills necessary to work in fields such as youth justice, victim support, community safety and crime prevention provide you with a foundation for postgraduate study and academic research
provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

The modules available include: Level One Criminology, Crime and Society (core module) An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (core module) Study Skills in Criminology and Social Policy Criminology Project The Criminological Imagination Victims and Victimology Introduction to Law Level Two The Causes of Crime Penology and Punishment Responding to Crime: Victims, Policing and Crime Prevention Sexual Crimes Crime, Drugs and Alcohol Prisons: Past, Present and Future Research Methods in Criminology Careers for Criminologists Discrimination, Oppression, Crime and the Media
Level Three Critical Criminology Young Offenders and Youth Justice Corporate and White Collar Crime Sexual Crimes against Children Gender, Crime and Criminal Justice Understanding Policing A Critical Introduction to Terrorism Studies The Criminalisation of Sex Applied Research Methods in Criminology Dissertation (Single Honours students only)
Criminology and Criminal Justice is an extremely interesting course
that should be taken on if you are serious about studying all aspects of crime. I enjoyed every module and would encourage others to experience it. You learn about things you dont hear about on a daily basis, and gain a holistic understanding of many aspects of crime.

The Criminology degrees will give you a critical understanding of the causes of crime and societys responses to it, and you will be encouraged to apply your knowledge of crime and criminal justice in the broader context of other social problems and government responses to them. You will be taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars and group work. If you are a Joint Honours student, you will normally take the two core Criminology modules at Level One (but just the Criminology, Crime and Society module if you choose Joint Honours with Law). You will also take any required modules for your Joint Honours subject. In Levels Two and Three, your study will be split equally between the two subjects. The Single Honours degree and the Joint Honours with Social Policy may also be studied part-time.
Amy Hopkin BA Criminology and Criminal Justice

Almost all the Criminology modules are assessed by means of essays and written assignments. If you are a Single Honours student, you will complete a 10,000 word dissertation on a subject of your choice during Level Three.
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Economics
BA Single Honours L104 s Economics L105 u Economics (with a year abroad) L113 s Business Economics L115 u Business Economics (with a
year abroad) L1N4 s Business Economics with Accounting

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) BSc Single Honours L100 s Economics L101 u Economics (with a year abroad) L112 s Business Economics L111 s Financial Economics L160 s International Business Economics L1NK s Financial Economics with
Accounting L114
LLB Joint Honours ML11 s Economics and Law

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/sbe/economics Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: ecadmin@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295168 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You do not need A or AS level Economics or Mathematics, but GCSE Mathematics at grade C or above is required. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Economics
BA Joint Honours Economics and LR11 u French LL17 s Geography LR12 u German LV11 s History LR13 u Italian LL12 s Politics LL41 s Social Policy LR14 u Spanish LQ15 Q Welsh
u Business Economics
(with a year abroad)
BSc Joint Honours Economics and NL21 s Business Management LL71 s Geography GL11 s Mathematics
Studying Economics gives you the knowledge and skills that will help you to find a financially rewarding career. It also helps in understanding more fully the world in which we live and work. The National Student Satisfaction Survey consistently places Economics at Swansea above average and we have won more awards for inspirational teaching than any other UK University from the Economics Network of the Higher Education Academy. All our academic staff are fully research active, which helps to keep our teaching alive, relevant and up-to-date. In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, 100 per cent of our research was assessed to be of an international standard, with 60 per cent graded as world-leading (4*) or of internationally excellent (3*) quality. Economics at Swansea has a strong international dimension, attracting students from around the world and providing numerous opportunities to study abroad in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Europe. Year after year, our graduating students tell us how much they enjoyed their time at Swansea and how the skills they develop
at Swansea enable them to take advantage of some outstanding career prospects in the private and public sectors. The School has been accredited by professional bodies, including: The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) These accreditations may exempt you from examinations of some professional bodies after you graduate. These degrees will: train you to work as a professional economist, or in the Finance or Accountancy sectors enable you to employ your skills as an analyst, researcher or government adviser prepare you for a financially rewarding role in management or management consultancy equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving and analytical skills

You will experience a variety of teaching methods during your time at Swansea, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical classes using our IT facilities. You may also undertake directed reading in specific areas and participate in team project work. You can expect to have 10 to 12 hours of lectures and one or two tutorials a week. Practical classes are also an integrated part of some modules. If you choose the BSc and BA Single Honours in Economics or Business Economics with a year abroad, you can take advantage of the opportunity to spend your third year in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Europe to further develop your specialist knowledge and skills, and enhance your appeal to potential employers. If you register for a Joint Honours degree in Level One, you have the option of transferring to a Single Honours degree in either of the two Joint Honours subjects at the start of Level Two. Most Joint Honours degrees are split evenly across the two partner departments, although modules in Law constitute the majority of the LLB Law and Economics at Level One.

If you are studying any of our BSc or BA Single Honours degrees, you will take core modules in: Principles of Economics: examines the working of the economy at the micro and macro levels. Separate lectures and tutorials are available for students who have not previously studied Economics. British Economy: covers policy issues such as industrial competition and the regulation of monopolies, migration, costs of unemployment and inflation, minimum wage legislation, and monetary policy. Current Issues in Economics: investigates topical issues, including pollution control, road congestion charging, university top-up fees and the economics of terrorism. Statistical methods: provides an introduction to the basic methods of data presentation and analysis, with some emphasis on their application in economics, business and management.
Academic, Professional and Entrepreneurship Skills: provides you with a range of study, IT and personal development skills that will be useful in your academic studies and your future career. Quantitative Methods: is designed to introduce students to the applications of quantitative methods to problems in business and economics. Separate lectures are offered to students who have previously studied Mathematics A level and those who have not. As with the Principles of Economics module, this enables us to pay close attention to the distinct needs of both groups of students, especially as students without this prior experience may find quantitative methods particularly challenging. Modules for other degrees vary by course programme full details are available on our website.
BSc and BA Economics Level One The British Economy Current Issues in Economics Principles of Economics Academic, Professional and Entrepreneurship Skills Quantitative Methods Statistical Methods Levels Two and Three At Levels Two and Three, each degree programme becomes progressively more specialised. Both levels contain a mixture of compulsory and optional modules but with a much greater choice of modules than at Level One. We offer a wide range of modules enabling you to tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations. Modules available include: Development Economics Managerial Economics Financial Economics International Trade Monetary Policy and Institutions Public Choice Topics in Contemporary Economics International Economics and the European Economy Labour Economics Financial Market Efficiency
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Economics
I have had a fantastic experience that provided a safe and homely, yet exciting and challenging environment.
My life would have been very different had I not come to study at Swansea and I am certain that the care received has been the best that could exist. I was never made to feel like a number, I always felt like an individual who was treated as such. I am honoured and proud to be part of Swansea University and my experiences and achievements would not have been possible without the constant dedication and support from all of those who I have encountered.
Laura Millard BSc Economics and Geography 201 1

(Pictured right)
As you progress through your studies, increasing emphasis is placed on small group teaching, which enables you to be involved in discussions and debates, and helps to build confidence. It also provides the opportunity to develop vital communication and presentational skills highly valued by employers. BSc and BA Business Economics, BSc International Business Economics: these degrees enable you to explore business and management specialisms focusing on the economic context of decision-making in international business. BSc Financial Economics: an ideal platform for a career in finance, this degree will give you a solid foundation in Economics, and aspects of Finance such as financial management, financial markets and financial institutions.
BSc Financial Economics with Accounting, BA Business Economics with Accounting: an ideal choice if you are interested in performance measurement, decision making and accountability in business, finance or the public sector.
Recent graduate destinations

Commodity Derivative Trade Support Analyst, Royal Bank of Scotland Derivatives Trader, Kondor Trading Economist, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Finance Analyst, Standard Bank of South Africa Financial Analyst, Royal Bank of Scotland Graduate Management Trainee Banking, HSBC Graduate Management Trainee Retail, Morrisons Graduate Management Trainee Personnel, Waitrose IT Consultant, JP Morgan International Commodities Trader, OSTC Trainee Accountant, PriceWaterhouseCoopers Trainee Econometrician, Obel Publications

You will be assessed using a range of methods including essays, presentations, examinations and a dissertation on a subject of your own choice. You are required to pass the first year to proceed to the second year. Your final degree classification is the weighted average marks obtained in your second and third year of study.
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Engineering Aerospace
BEng Single Honours H400 s Aerospace Engineering H402 u Aerospace Engineering
(with a year in industry)

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject) IB: 34 33 (including 4 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject) IB: 34 33 (including 4 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: engineering@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295514 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information
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UCAS Codes
Engineering Aerospace
MEng Single Honours H403 u Aerospace Engineering H404 l Aerospace Engineering

s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme l 5 year scheme
From the inferno at the heart of a gas turbine to the computer nerve centre of the cockpit, modern airplanes demand cutting-edge engineering. Aerospace engineering degrees give students a unique insight into the atmosphere, cosmos and the technology needed to explore it. Swanseas world-class aerospace research has contributed to many exciting projects, including the design of the double-decker super-jet, Airbus A380, and the aerodynamics for the world land speed record-breaking Thrust SSC. Swanseas engineers are now designing the BLOODHOUND SSC, which aims to take the land speed record to 1,000mph. Our Aerospace degrees are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS). These degrees will: equip you with the skills necessary to be a high-level decision maker in the international aerospace engineering sector
train you in the design, analysis, testing and flight of aerospace vehicles including propeller-driven and jet-powered planes, helicopters, and gliders give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to the aerospace industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
You will undertake laboratory work in our in-house wind tunnel and jet engine test stand, and will gain practical flying experience with our state-of-the-art Merlin MP521X engineering flight simulator and flying lessons at a local airport. You will also complete a flight test course in aircraft performance, stability and control at Cranfields Aviation Department. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as: human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.
Level Two Structural Mechanics IIa Control Systems Circuit Analysis Dynamics I Thermodynamics II Engineering Design II Computer-Aided Engineering Experimental Studies Aerodynamics Airframe Structures Flight Mechanics Aerospace Structural Mechanics and Materials Mechanical Properties of Materials Rocket and Space Technology Level Three Finite Element Method Gas Dynamics Project Dynamics II Engineering Management Computational Aerodynamics Propulsion Composite Materials Aerospace Engineering Design III High Performance Materials and Selection Satellite Systems Fracture and Fatigue
Level Four (MEng) Entrepreneurship for Engineers Group project Research Dissertation Flight Dynamics and Control Fluid-Structure Interaction Numerical Methods Computational Fluid Dynamics Strategic Project Planning Rotary Wing Aircraft
As engineering courses are
modular, core lectures such as Engineering Analysis (Maths) attract about 200 people. Course specific modules tend to be much smaller groups. The larger lectures are very much aimed at independent study and reading and the smaller lecture groups have more of a classroom feel to them with more interaction between students and lecturers.

Your progress will be evaluated using a variety of methods, including written examinations, practical work, and continuous assessment.

Level One Strength of Materials Dynamic Systems Fluid Mechanics I Thermodynamics I Design and Laboratory Classes I Engineering Design I Engineering Mechanics Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis I and II Introduction to Aerospace Engineering

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, complemented by site visits to some of our industrial partners, many of whom are multinational organisations and household names.
Matt Tricklebank, BEng Aerospace
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Engineering Chemical
BEng Single Honours H831 s Chemical Engineering H832 u Chemical Engineering

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and Chemistry) IB: 34 33 (including Mathematics and Chemistry, both ideally at HL) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and Chemistry) IB: 33 32 (including Mathematics and Chemistry, both ideally at HL) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Chemical
MEng Single Honours H801 u Chemical Engineering H890 l Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineers play an important part in determining our standard of living and quality of life. They apply their knowledge to fundamental issues, such as how we acquire and harness our natural resources, and how we reuse, recycle, and dispose of them efficiently. Chemical Engineering at Swansea provides knowledge of physical, chemical and biological processes, stimulating development of the analytical and creative skills necessary for the economic and safe design, operation and management of process facilities. Our Chemical Engineering degrees are accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). These degrees will: train you for a wide range of rewarding careers in industrial and public organisations, and the health, safety, and environmental sectors give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgments based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry
equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research

Level One Chemical and Biochemical Process Principles Chemical Engineering Laboratory Heat Transfer Fluid Mechanics I Scientific and Engineering Skills Engineering Analysis I Engineering Analysis II Chemical Process Analysis and Design Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Chemical Engineering Science Environmental Awareness for Engineers Level Two Separation Processes Biochemical Engineering Principles I Reactor Design Instrumentation Measurement and Control Process Design and Simulation Engineering Applications Thermodynamics of Process Design Fluid Flow Process Modelling Statistical and Computational Methods Process and Environmental Plant Operations

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. By the time you complete Level Two you will have the knowledge and experience necessary to spend a year in industry, if you wish. Similarly, the MEng degree includes a significant proportion of industrial project work. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, and all our courses have been designed to offer modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing. Levels One and Two are common to all our degree schemes, giving you the flexibility to transfer between BEng and MEng programmes at the end of Level Two.
Level Three Safety and Loss Prevention Process Plant Operations Design Project Reactor Design II Separation Processes II Process Equipment Design Environmental Engineering Practice Particulate Systems Engineering Management Energy and Low Carbon Technologies Level Four (MEng) Design Project Biological Products and Product Optimisation Research Project Ethics, Safety and Regulation in Engineering Colloid and Interface Science Complex Fluid and Flows Optimisation Desalination Membrane Technology
During my course I have had the opportunity to work on a project
as part of an industrial placement. In my case, a company was losing thousands of pounds in nitrogen they had bought but couldnt account for. It was my job to find the rogue nitrogen. This afforded me the opportunity to study a modern, full-scale industrial refinery and learn how important chemical engineers are to industry.
Dele Adeleja, MEng Chemical and Biological Process Engineering

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Engineering Civil
BEng Single Honours H200 s Civil Engineering H202 u Civil Engineering
(with a year in Industry)

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: AAA AAB, including Mathematics IB: 36 34 (at least 5 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent, including Mathematics IB: 34 33 (at least 5 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Civil
MEng Single Honours H201 u Civil Engineering H204 l Civil Engineering

(with a year in Industry)
Civil engineers shape and protect the environment we live in. They design, construct, and maintain major infrastructure projects, such as transport systems, water supplies, and buildings, and they develop new ways to meet the worlds toughest engineering challenges. Swansea is consistently rated as one of the UKs top universities for Civil Engineering and its engineers are at the heart of some truly inspirational projects, including the BLOODHOUND SSC Engineering Adventure, which aims to take the land speed record to 1,000mph. Civil Engineering was ranked 2nd in the UK in the latest Research and Assessment Exercise 2008. Our MEng and BEng Civil Engineering degree schemes are accredited by the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE), which is a prerequisite to become a Chartered Engineer. These degrees will: train you for a career in civil, structural, municipal and allied engineering fields
give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
You may be able to transfer between the BEng and MEng programmes, depending on your academic performance. If you choose the BEng or MEng with a year in industry degree, you will spend a year on industrial placement with a local or national company before you return to the University to complete Levels Three and Four. However, we also encourage all our students to gain practical industry experience and will support you if you decide to take up a twelve-month industrial placement.
Level Two Fluid Mechanics II Structural Mechanics IIa Reinforced Concrete Design Basic Soil Mechanics Steel Design Structural Mechanics IIb Civil Laboratory III Dynamics I Statistical and Computational Methods Civil Engineering Design Practice I Introductory Geology for Engineers Engineering Management Level Three Structural Mechanics III Geomechanics Finite Element Method Ground and Water Engineering Design Engineering of Foundation Superstructure Design Hydrology and Unsteady Flow Project Civil Engineering Design Practice II Engineering Analysis III Environmental and Engineering Practise
Level Four (MEng) Finite Element Method Advanced Structural Design Advanced Structural Analysis Entrepreneurship for Engineers Group project Fluid-Structure Interaction Advanced Fluid Mechanics Dynamics and Transient Analysis Reservoir Simulation Computational Plasticity
Engineering in Swansea
is amazing. The teaching is excellent and there is always someone around to offer extra help. The projects Ive been involved in so far include: making a steel bridge; learning how to use software such as Matlab, CAD and rucksack; designing and mixing your own concrete; and a three-day surveying field trip to mid Wales.


A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, complemented by site visits to some of our industrial partners, many of whom are multinational organisations and household names. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as: human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.

Level One Strength of Materials Surveying Conceptual Design Civil Laboratory Fluid Mechanics I Design and Laboratory Classes I Engineering Mechanics Environmental Awareness for Engineers Introduction to Materials Engineering Engineering Analysis I and II Scientific and Engineering Skills
Rosie Jay, MEng Civil Engineering
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Engineering Electrical and Electronic

BEng Single Honours H640 s Telecommunications Engineering H622 u Telecommunications Engineering
(with a year in Europe, N. America, Australia or Industry) Electronic and Electrical Engineering Electronic and Electrical Engineering (with a year in Europe, N. America, Australia or Industry) Electronics with Computing Science Electronic Engineering with Nanoelectronics Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and preferably a technology subject such as Electronics, Physics, or IT) IB: 34 33 (at least 5 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 The year in Europe degrees require a relevant language at GCSE grade B or above. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.
MEng Single Honours H621 u Telecommunications Engineering H623 l Telecommunications Engineering

(with a year in Europe, N. America, Australia or Industry) Electronic and Electrical Engineering Electronic and Electrical Engineering (with a year in Europe, N. America, Australia or Industry) Electronics with Computing Science Electronics with Computing Science (with a year in Europe, N. America, Australia or Industry) Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and preferably a technology subject such as Electronics, Physics, or IT) IB: 33 32 (at least 4 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Electrical and Electronic
H602 s H603 u
H606 u H600 l
H6G4 s H615 u H613 s
H6GK u H6GL l
H614 u
Electrical engineering defines the world around us. From MP3 players to the Internet, global mobile phone networks to renewable energy sources, it drives the way we live our lives. Electrical engineering offers the chance to work all over the world, from the excitement of Formula One and the BLOODHOUND SSC Engineering Adventure, to the massive particle accelerator at CERN in Switzerland. Nanotechnology, Engineerings new frontier, is driving the development of ultra-fast computers and ultra-sensitive biosensors, revolutionising the electronics and medical industries, and ultimately changing the way we live. Our Electrical and Electronic Engineering degrees are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology degree has been submitted for accreditation. These degrees will: train you for a career in electrical, electronic, and nanoengineering in a wide range of industry sectors give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based
on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to the electronics industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research Many of Swanseas graduates in electrical and electronic engineering have gone on to become senior executives of multinational companies, and even multimillionaire entrepreneurs.
instrumentation to designing new electronic devices with one of our leading research groups. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing. A key feature of the Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology degree is the opportunity to work at the cutting-edge of one of the worlds most exciting technologies, and in a practical environment. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and labs, and will benefit from the world-class facilities of our Multidisciplinary Nanotechnology Centre. At Level Three, you will complete a project that develops your skills and knowledge in the area of nanoscale electronic materials and devices, involving nanoscale fabrications and characterisations using the state-of-the-art facilities available within the Centre. For the MEng, you will be offered a range of advanced options in the development of nanoelectronics, such as nanoscale simulation, probing at the nanoscale, and nanoscale structures and devices.

Level One Instrumentation and Control Digital Design Dynamic Systems Signals and Systems Microcontrollers Analogue Design Circuit Analysis Scientific and Engineering Skills Engineering Analysis I and II Power Engineering I Physical Properties of Materials The Quantum World Level Two Electronic Circuits Power Engineering II Electronic Materials and Devices Control Systems Software Engineering Communications Practical Circuits Group Design Exercise Electromagnetics Semiconductor Technology Sequential Logic Applications Quantum Mechanics I Condensed Matter Physics I
Level Three Control IC design Speech and Image Communications Digital Communications Microwave Circuits and Antennas Design Electronics Power Electronics Project Quantum Devices Engineering Management Nanoelectronics Condensed Matter Physics II Level Four (MEng) Advanced Power Electronics and Drives Probing at the Nanoscale Mobile Communication Systems Wide Band Gap Electronics Entrepreneurship for Engineers Group project Energy Efficient Electronics Technologies Modern Control Systems Nanoscale Structures and Devices Signal Analysis and Modelling Digital Communications Optical Communications Wireless Comminucations Optical Networks Soft Nanotechnology RF and Microwaves


We work with world-leading companies including Agilent, BT, IBM, International Rectifier, Siemens, Toyota, and Nortel, ensuring that your studies are informed by current industry-relevant practice and internationally renowned research. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and labs. During Level Three, you will follow advanced topics tailored to your specific discipline and will complete an individual project that runs throughout the academic year. Projects range from testing new ideas in
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Engineering Environmental
BEng Single Honours H834 s Environmental Engineering H2G0 u Environmental Engineering

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry) IB: 33 32 (including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry) Welsh Bac: See page 206 MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry) IB: 34 33 (including Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Environmental
MEng Single Honours H836 u Environmental Engineering H2F0 l Environmental Engineering

Environmental engineering helps to optimise the use of natural resources and develop renewable energy sources, providing solutions for our planets most pressing problems. With the worlds population set to reach nine billion in 2050, ensuring that future generations will have enough clean water, air, land, and food is becoming a major challenge. Whereas many environmental engineering degrees are based on Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering at Swansea is one of a few specialised degrees that take the Chemical and Biological Process route. This provides knowledge of physical, chemical and biological processes, and develops the analytical and creative skills necessary for the economic and safe design, operation and management of process facilities. Our Environmental Engineering degrees have been submitted for accreditation by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
These degrees will: train you for a wide range of rewarding careers in industrial and public organisations, and the health, safety, and environmental sectors give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
Levels One and Two are common to all our degree schemes, giving you the flexibility to transfer between BEng and MEng programmes at the end of Level Two. During Level Three you will visit some of our industrial partners and will complete research and design projects with direct relevance to sustainable resource management. In the MEng scheme, the design project is deferred to Level Four.

Level One Chemical Process Principles Chemical and Environmental Engineering Laboratory Fluid Mechanics I Scientific and Engineering Skills Environmental Awareness for Engineers Engineering Analysis I and II Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Sustainability in a fragile world Materials Resources Foundation Chemistry
Level Two Heat Transfer Chemical Process Analysis and Design Separation Processes Fluid Mechanics II Biochemical Engineering Principle I Reactor Design Instrumentation Measurement and Control Engineering for sustainability Power for transport, industry and the home Data Analysis Process and Environmental Plat Operations Environmental Research Methods Level Three Environmental Impact Assessment Safety and Loss Prevention Project Environmental Modelling Energy and Low Carbon Technologies Water and Wastewater Engineering Particulate Systems Environmental Engineering Practice Engineering Management
Level Four (MEng) Design Project Optimisation Waste Management Chemical and Physical Biological Waste Management Colloid and Interface Science Water treatment, design and operation Power Generation Systems Materials Recycling Techniques Wastewater Engineering
Environmental Engineering
at Swansea is great!! All aspects of engineering are covered and the blend of hands-on practical sessions and lectures makes it an incredibly relevant and interesting degree to study. Sport at Swansea is very popular as well, and playing sport is a fantastic way to socialise and compete at a high level. Donning green and white for the annual Varsity event is certainly the highlight of the year.


A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and project work. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as: human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.
Daniel Course, MEng Environmental Engineering
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Engineering Integrated Foundation Year Schemes

BEng Single Honours H101 u Deferred Choice (including
foundation year)


A levels: BBC BCC IB: 26 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will also need GCSE Mathematics and Physics (or Double-Award Science) at grade B or above.
If you do not have these qualifications, but have relevant industrial experience or other qualifications, please contact us to discuss your application in detail. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Integrated Foundation Year Schemes
The foundation year seems to be a mix of all the sciences at
A level and the work seems to be roughly the same level. Although I am going on to do Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the course is common to all disciplines, giving me lots of options.
Mike Ayles, BEng Foundation Year Engineering
u 4 year scheme
Not every student has the necessary entry requirements to study Engineering, and some of the countrys most talented engineers were only able to obtain their degrees because they had the opportunity to study courses that included a foundation year. Swansea Universitys four-year Engineering degree with an Integrated Foundation Year has been designed to provide wider access to accredited Honours degrees, giving more students the opportunity to develop their skills and to pursue rewarding careers in engineering. Our degrees have been accredited by: The Institute of Civil Engineers The Institute of Design Engineers The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining The Institution of Chemical Engineers The Institution of Engineering and Technology The Institution of Mechanical Engineers The Royal Aeronautical Society
The Engineering Foundation Year will: enable you to progress to one of Swansea Universitys engineering degrees and, after further training, to become a Chartered Engineer provide you with a broad understanding of core engineering themes and principles

Level 0 (Foundation) Electricity and Magnetism Mechanics Thermofluid Mechanics Development of Key Skills for Engineers Fundamentals of Materials Basic Engineering Analysis Ia Basic Engineering Analysis Ib Basic Engineering Analysis IIa Basic Engineering Analysis IIb Foundation Chemistry Engineering Science The modules available to you in subsequent Levels will depend on your choice of degree. For further information, please read the course information for the degrees you are considering.

Please see page 201 for information on University scholarships. Your local UK education authority will fund the four years of study required for an integrated BEng degree, and may be prepared to fund the extra year if you choose the MEng degree.
The foundation year enabled me to hit the BEng course with an
understanding of how the College of Engineering worked and what was required of me as an engineering student. I found the third year of my Bachelors programme to be the most rewarding, given the freedom to pursue the final year project. My project was based with the Multidisciplinary Nanotechnology Centre, which gave me the desire to pursue an MSc in Nanotechnology to Nanoscience. Being sponsored, my MSc project was industrial linked due to the funding and I found myself working from SA1 with a company called Enfis, this enabled me to develop excellent commercial and technical skills from a real industrial environment, from here I was able to transfer my knowledge to the Welsh Ultra Efficient Lighting Centre at the University. I am currently working towards my EngD Engineering Doctorate.

Our Integrated Foundation Year degrees are designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge required to study Engineering at Bachelors or Masters level. They cover a range of topics common to all our degree disciplines. Whilst some students state on their application forms which degree programme they would like to follow on completion of the foundation year, many students select their degree scheme during the foundation year itself as the final decision is not made until towards the end of the academic year. The first year of study is at Level 0, which is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and seminars. You can progress to Level One of a BEng degree on completion of the foundation year, and may be able to transfer to certain MEng schemes at the end of Level Two.

Jonathan Davies, BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 2009, and MSc Nanotechnology, 201 0 Level 1 Research Engineer, Tata Steel
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Engineering Materials
BEng Single Honours J500 s Materials Science and Engineering J502 u Materials Science and Engineering
(with a year in industry) J510

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: ABB or equivalent (including 2 science or technology subjects) IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60).

BEng A levels: BBB or equivalent (including 2 science or technology subjects) IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Materials
u Materials Science and Engineering

(with a year abroad)
MEng Single Honours J504 u Materials Science and Engineering J503 l Materials Science and Engineering
Materials Engineers lead the worlds technological development. They work at the atomic level through to large-scale components and manufacturing methods to develop innovative new products in every sector, from aerospace and automotive to sport and environmentally friendly technologies. Swansea is one of the UKs leading centres for materials teaching and has an international reputation for its research. All our degrees are accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3). These degrees will: train you for rewarding careers in a range of engineering sectors, including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, sports, and energy generation give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing. The MEng in Materials Science and Engineering has been developed in collaboration with industry and satisfies the requirements of the Engineering Council.

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the opportunity to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. Materials Engineering at Swansea is supported by a range of industrial partners, including Rolls-Royce, Airbus, the European Space Agency, and Tata Steel. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practicals, providing training in the core aspects of materials science and engineering. You will gain hands-on experience through laboratory investigations using state-of-theart equipment, as well as computer applications and materials modelling. You will also complete a substantial research or design project during Level Three (BEng) or Four (MEng). For relevant degree schemes you will have an opportunity to spend a year in industry or at a selected university in the United States, Canada or Australia before returning to Swansea to complete the final year of study.

Level One Design and Laboratory Classes I Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Manufacturing Technology I Materials Resources Mechanical Properties of Materials I Basic Engineering Analysis Ia and IIa Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Foundation Chemistry Materials Case Studies Environmental Awareness for Engineers Engineering Science
Level Two Strength of Materials Microstructure Evolution and Control Polymers: Structure and Processing Computational Materials I Manufacturing Technology II Statistical and Computational Methods Practicals IIa and IIb Modelling and Simulation of Materials Order and Disorder in Materials Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials Functional and Smart Materials Level Three Project Computational Materials II Ceramics Polymers: Properties and Design Engineering Management Metals: Advanced Manufacturing and Protection Microstructure and Characterisation Physical Metallurgy of Steels Composite Materials Fracture and Fatigue
Level Four (MEng) Materials Recycling Techniques Environmental Analysis and Legislation Entrepreneurship for Engineers Group Project (30 Credits) Aerospace Materials Simulation Based Product Design Strategic Project Planning Research Dissertation Physics of the Body Power Generation Systems
Its a really wide-ranging
course covering everything from materials selection for jet engines to environmental legislation. Because its a cutting-edge subject with relatively few graduates annually, future career prospects are very good Im currently being sponsored by a major oil company.


Due to the strength of our links with industry, we are able to offer a number of Level One scholarships and prizes, including entrance scholarships for those with high A level grades. Please visit our website for further details.
Tim Rudd, MEng Material Science and Engineering
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Engineering Mechanical
BEng Single Honours H300 s Mechanical Engineering H302 u Mechanical Engineering
(with a year in Europe) H303 u Mechanical Engineering (with a year in North America) H305 u Mechanical Engineering (with a year in industry)

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Physical Science) IB: 33 32 (including Mathematics at HL and a Physical Science) Welsh Bac: See page 206 MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Physical Science) IB: 34 33 (including Mathematics at HL and a Physical Science) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Mechanical
MEng Single Honours H304 u Mechanical Engineering H306 l Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineers work in every aspect of the engineering industry to turn ideas into inventions. They design and develop innovative new products, from miniature biomedical devices and bespoke communication satellites, to military and civilian air transport, power generation, recycling systems, and sports equipment. Mechanical Engineers are therefore at the leading edge of technology and are arguably the most versatile and marketable of all professional engineers. Our Mechanical Engineering degree schemes are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). These degrees will: train you for a rewarding career in a wide range of engineering sectors, including automotive, aerospace and power generation give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry
equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
You can take advantage of the opportunity to spend a year in industry or to study for a year at one of our partner universities in Europe, North America or Canada, before returning to Swansea to complete Level Three. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, with engineering design a central integrating feature throughout the degree. At Level Three, your design skills and analytical techniques are further developed through a group design project and an individual project linked to industry or research. You may be able to transfer between the BEng and MEng programmes, depending on your academic performance the MEng introduces advanced management and entrepreneurship skills that provide a springboard to top positions in Engineering.
Level Two Heat Transfer Dynamic Systems Fluid Flow Circuit Analysis Dynamics I Thermodynamics II Stress Analysis I Engineering Design II Computer-Aided Engineering Experimental Studies Design of Machine Elements Manufacturing Technology II Level Three Control Systems Finite Element Method Project Dynamics II Fluid Mechanics III Manufacturing Optimisation Engineering Management Engineering Analysis III Engineering Design III Mechanical Engineering Practice
Level Four (MEng) Optimisation Entrepreneurship for Engineers Computational Intelligence in Engineering Group project Research Dissertation Project Planning Simulation Based Product Design Advanced Fluid Mechanics Modern Control Systems
I attended a course in
the summer of Year 12 called Engineering Education Scheme Wales, which was an introduction to engineering. The course covered a wide range of engineering activities, from building and testing small gadgets, to rockets and a talk from an Airbus UK representative. The course definitely swayed me to do engineering here in Swansea.


Level One Strength of Materials Fluid Mechanics I Thermodynamics I Design and Laboratory Classes I Engineering Design I Engineering Mechanics Engineering Skills Environmental Awareness for Engineers Introduction to Materials Engineering Manufacturing Technology I Engineering Analysis I and II

Please see page 201 for information on University scholarships.
Sarah-Jane Rees, BEng Mechanical Engineering
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Engineering Medical
BEng Single Honours HB18 s Medical Engineering MEng Single Honours HB1V u Medical Engineering

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) MEng A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Science or Technology Subject) IB: 34 33 (including 5 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics and a Science or Technology Subject) IB: 33 32 (including 4 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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UCAS Codes
Engineering Medical
Medical Engineering is a cutting-edge discipline that blurs the boundaries between the physical and biomedical sciences. It applies engineering principles to the human body as well as to the instrumentation that is at the heart of modern medicine. Studying Medical Engineering at Swansea provides an exciting opportunity to explore a broad range of issues, from the design of prosthetic devices and new biocompatible materials, to the behaviour of complex biomolecules and fluids within the body. The Medical Engineering degree has been submitted for accreditation by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). It is taught within the Universitys Colleges of Engineering and Medicine, and encompasses three engineering themes: Biomechanics and materials the development and analysis of materials in terms of strength and biocompatibility Instrumentation advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques Bioprocesses the physical and chemical processes occurring in the human body
These degrees will: train you for a rewarding career in a range of sectors, including the design and manufacture of medical instrumentation and devices give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to the medical industry (devices and instruments) equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
You may be able to transfer between the BEng and MEng programmes, depending on your academic performance the MEng looks to the future of medical engineering in areas such as Bionanotechnology, Tissue Engineering and Computational Biomechanics, drawing on the expertise and state-of-the-art equipment available in the Colleges of Engineering and Medicine. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.
Level Two Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Biochemical Engineering Fluid Flow Mechanical Properties of Materials I Computer-Aided Engineering Statistical and Computational Methods Introduction to Materials Engineering Chemical and Biochemical Process Principles Selected Medical Diagnostic Techniques Dynamics I Engineering Mechanics Experimental Studies Level Three Cell and Immuno-Biology Computer-Aided Product Design Individual Research Project Group Design Project Mechanical Properties of Materials II Polymers, Materials and Processing Implant and Prosthetic Technology Engineering Management Finite Element Method Fluid Mechanics III Nanoelectronics
Level Four (MEng) Ethics, Safety and Regulation Colloid and Interface Science Probing at the Nanoscale Soft Nanotechnology Bio-nanotechnology Introduction to Bioinformatics Individual project linked to College of Medicine/NHS/industry Mechanical Properties of Materials III Finite Element Computational Analysis Computational BioFluid Mechanics Computational Biomechanics Medical Imaging Numerical Methods
The quality and availability
of the laboratory and IT systems is much better than anything Ive seen at any other university, particularly the range of equipment in the electronic labs.
Luke Burke, BEng Medical Engineering


Level One Strength of Materials Analogue Design Circuit Analysis Fluid Mechanics I Design and Laboratory Classes I Engineering Analysis I and II Introduction to Medical Engineering Chemical Process Principles Electronic Devices and Instrumentation Engineering Skills Foundation Chemistry Chemical Engineering Science Engineering Mechanics

Your academic studies will be complemented by the strong clinical theme that runs throughout the courses lectures, tutorials, and seminars. At Level Three, you will focus on the applications of engineering to the human body, and will complete an extensive individual research project linked to the School of Medicine or local NHS hospitals.
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Engineering Product Design

BEng Single Honours H150 s Product Design Engineering H153 u Product Design Engineering
(with a year in North America) H152 u Product Design Engineering (with a year in Europe) H154 u Product Design Engineering (with a year in industry)

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206. For all courses, A level Design Technology is preferred, but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent (including Mathematics) IB: 33 32 (including Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 MEng A levels: : AAB ABB or equivalent (including Mathematics) IB: 34 33 (including Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206

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Engineering Product Design
MEng Single Honours H155 u Product Design Engineering H156 l Product Design Engineering
Product Design Engineering drives the development, testing and manufacture of new concepts and products. It encompasses a broad range of disciplines, and is at the heart of some truly inspirational projects, such as the BLOODHOUND SSC Engineering Adventure, which aims to take the land speed record to 1,000mph. Our range of courses in Product Design has been designed for students who wish to continue Design and Technology beyond A level. The courses are structured to teach you how to take a product from the initial concept and design stages right through to production and manufacture. The main themes of the course are Product Design, Computer-Aided Engineering Design, Engineering Analysis, Materials Science, Manufacturing, and project work with an industrial application. Our Product Design Engineering degree is accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).
These degrees will: train you to develop a product from the initial concept and design stages through to production and manufacture give you an ability to describe new products using both aesthetic concept sketches and technical computer-aided design give you an ability to understand the fundamentals of engineering, including how to evaluate data, develop arguments and make judgements based on technical concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
equipment. At Level Three, you will complete a large scale, multidisciplinary, group design project. If you choose the MEng degree, you will gain a wider appreciation of advanced design tools and managerial concepts. This provides additional technical and analytical skills to improve the design process and develop better products. Our courses have been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as project management, intellectual property management, and report writing.
Level Two Product Design Workshop II Product Evaluation Computer-Aided Engineering Engineering Design II Design of Machine Elements Circuit Analysis Manufacturing Technology II Fluid Mechanics I Thermodynamics I Stress Analysis I Statistical and Computational Methods Level Three Product Design Workshop III Computer-Aided Product Design Engineering Design III Individual Project Manufacturing Optimisation Engineering Management Finite Element Method Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials High Performance Materials and Selection
Level Four (MEng) Optimisation Entrepreneurship for Engineers Group project Research Dissertation Project Planning Materials Recycling Techniques Condition Monitoring and Plant Operations Simulation Based Product Design Power Generation Systems Computational Intelligence in Engineering Environmental Analysis and Legislation
I really enjoy studying
Product Design at Swansea as there is such a wide range of disciplines covered in the course leading to a wide and varied learning experience. I find the course challenging but also very rewarding. I am extremely pleased that I chose to study here.


Level One Product Design Workshop I Design and Laboratory Classes I Engineering Design I Introduction to Materials Engineering Manufacturing Technology I Environmental Awareness for Engineers Scientific and Engineering Skills Engineering Mechanics Strength of Materials Engineering Analysis I and II
Stephen Wright, BEng Product Design

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the chance to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, supported by state-of-the-art 3D scanning and rapid prototyping
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Engineering Sports Materials

BEng Single Honours J400 s Sports Materials

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be considered for the Integrated Foundation Year scheme (see page 60). If you are an international student, you may qualify to join the programme at Level Two if you have already covered the topics offered at Level One. Please contact us for further information.

BEng A levels: BBB or equivalent (including 2 science or technology subjects) IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206

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Engineering Sports Materials
s 3 year scheme
Sporting applications lie at the forefront of new materials developments and the synergies between sports science and materials engineering are growing rapidly. As a graduate of this degree, you will specialise in the design, development, manufacture, and use of sports materials and equipment in areas such as motorsports, cycling, water sports, racket sports, impact protection, synthetic surfaces, and prosthetics. This degree has been developed from the Universitys long-standing strengths in Materials Engineering and Sports Science, and accreditation from the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) is currently being sought. This degree will: train you for rewarding careers in sports-related engineering and technology across a number of sectors, including sports equipment, vehicles, clothing, and surfaces provide the materials science and engineering training necessary to allow you to pursue a career in more mainstream materials engineering sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, construction and energy
give you an ability to understand, evaluate and interpret data, develop arguments and make judgements based on fundamental concepts relevant to the application of engineering to industry equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research
equipment, as well as computer applications. You will also complete a substantial research project, which allows you to investigate a chosen area in more detail, with most projects being linked to our ongoing industrial research. The course has been designed to offer you modules that broaden your experience and teach you professional skills, such as health, safety and environmental issues, human resource management, intellectual property management, and report writing.
Level Two Microstructure Evolution and Control Polymers: Structure and Processing Manufacturing Technology II Practicals IIa and IIb Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement Kinanthropemetry Functional and Smart Methods Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials Statistical and Computational Methods Level Three Project Mechanical Properties of Materials III Ceramics Polymers: Properties and Design Engineering Management Composite Materials Statistical and Computational Methods Human Body in Engineering Sports Biomechanics

Your progress will be evaluated using a variety of methods, including written examinations, project and practical reports, group assignments, oral presentations and continuous assessment.

Due to the strength of our links with industry, we are able to offer a number of Level One scholarships and prizes, including entrance scholarships for those with high A level grades. Please visit our website for further details.

A key feature of our Engineering degrees is the opportunity to work on current, industry-related issues in a practical setting. Materials Engineering at Swansea has an excellent record of collaborating with major industrial partners and this experience is now being extended into the Sports Materials area. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practicals, group projects and case-studies. These will provide training in the core aspects of materials engineering, biomechanics, and measurement techniques. You will gain hands-on experience through laboratory investigations using state-of-the-art

Level One Design and Laboratory Classes I Scientific and Engineering Skills Introduction to Materials Engineering Manufacturing Technology I Mechanical Properties of Materials I Basic Engineering Analysis Ia and IIa Introduction to Biomechanics Human Neuromuscularskeletal System Material Case Studies Materials Practical I
The sports and leisure sector is becoming increasingly reliant on
technological development, especially in the materials area. There is a significant and growing economic activity in these sectors across the UK and the rest of the world, leading up to the 2012 Olympics and beyond. With our long-standing expertise in Materials, and the recent incorporation of Sports Science into the College of Engineering, we are excited to introduce this new undergraduate course to cater for the growing demand of graduates with technical engineering skills coupled with knowledge of sports science and the sporting industry.
Dr Amit Das, Admissions Tutor

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English Language
BA Single Honours Q310 s English Language Studies Q311 u English Language Studies
(with a year abroad) PQ91 s Language and Communication QRH3 QQ63 QRJ4 QRH4 QX33 QQ35

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme Q 3/4 year scheme
u s u u s Q
Italian (with Business Studies) Latin Spanish Spanish (with Business Studies) TEFL Welsh


A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Qualifications in English Language or Literature, a modern language, or other arts and humanities subjects are desirable, but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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English Language
BA Joint Honours English Language Studies and QQ73 s Ancient Greek QVJ1 s Ancient History QQ38 s Classical Civilisation QQ31 s English Literature QRJ1 u French QRH1 u French (with Business Studies) QRJ2 u German QRH2 u German (with Business Studies) QRJ3 u Italian
BA Joint Honours TEFL and QXH3 s English Literature RX13 u French RX23 u German RX33 u Italian RX43 u Spanish QX53 Q Welsh
We all use language, and we all have an opinion on what makes good or bad English. But we very rarely stop to think about how and why language works; how words combine to inspire us and move us, to persuade, encourage and amuse us or even how we acquire language in the first place. Swanseas English Language degrees have been designed to provide concise and balanced coverage of linguistic theory and practice, ensuring that course modules have a vocational relevance to real-world applications of language and linguistics. You may also be interested in our degree in Language and Communication (see page 98), or our range of Joint Honours degree schemes with English Language Studies and with TEFL (see page 152). These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a career in fields such as teaching, education, communications and media, publishing, and public relations help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
give you advanced knowledge of how language works provide a platform for postgraduate study

You can choose from a wide range of modules, some of which will be compulsory. Level One Study Skills for Language Describing Language Language of Everyday Life Studying the English Language Development of English Level Two Psycholinguistics Discourse Analysis Studying Dialects Teaching English as a foreign language Corpora and Concordancing Level Three Research Project First Language Acquisition Second Language Acquisition Language in the Media Issues in English Language Teaching
I remember my very first visit to Swansea University what struck
me straight away was the stunning location of the campus, nestled in beautiful Singleton Park, and overlooking Swansea Bay. A truly inspiring setting! And I also loved the idea of a single campus with all services and everything you need in one place and at the same time compact enough to have everything at hand. When I started on my programme, I certainly wasnt disappointed: all of the lecturers were knowledgeable, approachable and friendly, always ready to help. The study pace was intense, but it felt empowering to start learning about different aspects of linguistics, and seeing how it all fits together in a wider picture. What a satisfaction! Swansea will always have a special place in my heart. The friendly, warm atmosphere I have found here, combined with the high quality of teaching, has contributed to making the past three years the happiest, fullest, most rewarding period of my life.

During Level One, you will develop a command of the basic methods, principles and vocabulary for describing, analysing and interpreting language and language use. At Level Two, your knowledge and understanding of language use will be developed, and during Level Three you will be encouraged to undertake more independent and specialised work, allowing you to explore the area of applied language studies of most interest to you. If you decide to combine your degree with a European Language, you will spend your third year studying or working abroad. You can work as an assistant teacher for English in a European school, or you can study at one of our partner universities before returning to Swansea to your final year. You will be taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars and group work.
Alessandra Cingi, BA English Language Studies and Latin English Language Teacher

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English Literature
BA Single Honours Q300 s English Literature QH20 u English Literature (with a year
abroad) Q3L3 s English with Gender QHL3 u English with Gender (with a year abroad) QQ3D u English Language Studies (with a year abroad) QR31 u French LQ73 s Geography QR32 u German QV31 s History QR33 u Italian QQ36 s Latin QP33 s Media Studies QVHI s Medieval Studies LQ23 s Politics QR34 u Spanish QXH3 s TEFL QQH5 Q Welsh

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme Q 3/4 year scheme


A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will need A level English Literature or Literature/Language. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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English Literature
BA Joint Honours English Literature and QT37 s American Studies TQ73 u American Studies QQ37 s Ancient Greek VQ13 s Ancient History QQ83 s Classical Civilisation QQ31 s English Language Studies
What makes some books literature and others not? What can we learn from writing of the past? How does studying language help us understand our culture? And how does gender impact on reading and writing practices? Studying English Literature at Swansea encourages the exploration of one of the most diverse, stimulating and challenging of disciplines. It cultivates sensitivity towards language and seeks to answer some provocative questions. These degrees will: equip you with the enhanced oral and written skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including broadcasting, journalism, publishing, the civil service, management, or teaching help you to gain other transferable skills valued by employers, including team working, communication, and presentation skills provide a foundation for postgraduate study or academic research

The BA English; BA English with Gender and Joint Honours courses cover the entire range of English literature, from the early-Medieval period to the present day, while also developing your knowledge of critical theory and the diversity of approaches to literature. Options are available in Creative Writing (our team of creative writing teachers is among the strongest in the UK); in Gender Studies; and in all aspects of applied linguistics and language studies. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and small group sessions. We aim to keep our seminar classes as small as possible usually below 20 to promote the best possible conditions for learning and teaching.
Society and learning in Medieval Europe Theories and Monsters: Frankenstein, Dracula, Criticism Transforming Fictions Study Skills for Language Sgiliau Astudio Ar Gyfer Iaith Level Two Introduction to Welsh Writing in English African American Poetry Gothic and the Fantastic Blakes Poetry California Dreamin Hearts in Hiding Writing on the Body Gender and Genre Modernism and Modernity Medieval Encounters Postmodernist Fiction Postcolonial Literature Shakespeare and the Idea of Comedy Thomas Hardy Debating Texts: Theory in Literature Poetry in the Twentieth Century Creative Writing: Narrative, Dramatic and Poetic Expression I and II Studying Dialect Language Teaching Methods and Methodologies

Level One Monsters and transformations: an introduction to fiction and theory Lyric poetry and tragic drama: an introduction to genre Studying the English Language Modern European fiction Approaches to gender in English literature
Level Three Modern Irish Fiction in English Theorising Texts Erotics and Exotics Ironic Romantics Reading/Writing Trauma Sin, Sex, the Masculine Chaucer European Fiction and Drama Dylan Thomas Prehistory, History and Language W. B. Yeats Wales, Singular Noun, Plural Experience Uncanny Places and Cyberspaces: Gender and the Fantastic Shakespeare and Co. Romanticism, Revolution and Realism Power and Performance 1590-1740 Dissertation Discovering old English Transforming Beowulf in the Twentieth Century Writing Fiction Literature and the Metropolis: Representations of London Life 1900-1939 Creative Writing: Writing for Performance Creative Writing and the Spirit of Place Life Writing Creative Writing: Prose and Poetry in Motion
Research Project Preparation Study Abroad

You will be assessed through a using a variety of methods, including examinations and coursework.
Studying English at Swansea has constituted both an intellectually
enjoyable experience on an individual level, and broadened my collective appreciation of language, texts and cultural diversity. So if you desire a conscientious, lively and stimulating atmosphere to embark upon undergraduate study, look no further. The Department seeks to achieve a friendly, egalitarian approach to academic study and it admirably succeeds in this endeavour. Throughout your studies, staff remain supportive and crucially provide encouragement, adding to the sense of community which pervades the Department. English at Swansea fosters an appreciation of textual production, theoretical sophistication and of course, detailed literary analysis. My time at Swansea will remain an experience not easily forgotten and I encourage those thinking of English as a prospective undergraduate choice to consider Swansea as an excellent opportunity for intellectual and career development.
Darren Gilmore, BA English Literature

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French
BA Single Honours R101 u French R1N1 u French (with Business Studies) R1G4 u French (with Computer Studies) R1M9 u French (with Legal Studies) BA Joint Honours French and TR71 u American Studies QR71 u Ancient Greek VR11 u Ancient History QR81 u Classical Civilisation LR11 u Economics QRJ1 u English Language Studies QRH1 u English Language Studies
(with Business Studies) QR31 u English Literature LR71 u Geography RR12 RRC2 RRD2 RR21 RV11 RR13 RRC3 RRD3 RR31 QR61 PR31 RVC1 LR21 RR14 RRC4 RRD4 RR41

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u
German German (with Business Studies) German (with Computer Studies) German (with Legal Studies) History Italian Italian (with Business Studies) Italian (with Computer Studies) Italian (with Legal Studies) Latin Media Studies Medieval Studies Politics Spanish Spanish (with Business Studies) Spanish (with Computer Studies) Spanish (with Legal Studies) RX13 QR51 RQ15 RQC5 RR41
u u u u u
TEFL Welsh Welsh (with Business Studies) Welsh (with Computer Studies) Welsh (with Legal Studies)


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French
BSc Joint Honours French and GR11 u Mathematics LLB Joint Honours MR11 u French and Law
u 4 year scheme
French is one of the worlds most culturally significant languages. It is spoken by over 200 million people, and on every continent. The history of France is entwined with the history of Western civilisation, and its rich, vibrant culture has influenced the way we think for nearly a thousand years. Studying French at Swansea encourages the exploration of France and the Francophone world in a stimulating and supportive environment. These degrees will: equip you with the language skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including translation, interpreting, and teaching prepare you for international sales, marketing, and management positions with multinational organisations give you valuable experience of another culture and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, and presentation skills
As a language graduate, the independence, confidence and communication skills that you acquire will give you a distinct competitive edge in the international job market.
programme. Alternatively, you may wish to complete a work placement in a French -speaking country.

You can choose from a wide range of modules, many of which can be studied through the medium of Welsh: Level One French General Language I or French Beginners Language French Specialist Language I Introduction to French Culture Metamorphoses and Adaptations: Contemporary European Film European Fiction: Texts and Contexts Level Two French General Language II French for Professional Purposes II Translation Workshop Paris French Cinema since World War II History of the French Language

This degree gives you the opportunity to become fluent in French by studying a series of interconnected language modules, complemented by a wide range of modules on French and Francophone history, literature, cinema, and culture. Your studies will focus on mainland France, but will include its former colonies and the wider French-speaking world. Language classes are taught in small groups, and cultural modules are delivered through a combination of lectures and interactive classes, fully supported by a variety of online learning tools, DVD and Internet materials, and our well-equipped language and computer laboratories. Between Levels Two and Three you will normally spend a year in a Frenchspeaking country, either as a student on one of our established exchange agreements with French universities, or as an English language assistant in a school anywhere in the Francophone world on the British Councils assistantship
Level Three French General Language III French Professional Purposes III Translation Workshop III France and the Second World War: Occupation, Collaboration and Resistance Love, Lust and the Meaning of Life: A Theme in French Literature From the Courtly Lady to the Wicked Wife: Medieval Women Single Honours Dissertation
Swansea University is a wonderful environment for high level study.
The University is beautifully situated and is investing heavily for the future. My course offers a wide range of options to study language, culture, society and history, with an emphasis on reading around the subject and the opportunity to pursue special interests. A language degree also offers the unique opportunity to spend a year in a foreign country. I was fortunate to spend a year as a teaching assistant in Nice, living with a local family. I thoroughly enjoyed my year abroad and cannot emphasise enough the benefits to be gained. Studying a foreign language opens the door to a whole world of new possibilities, and their value in the job market shouldnt be underestimated.

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed using a variety of methods, including class tests, assessed essays, and oral and written examinations.
Sophie Williams, BA French and Spanish
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Geo-Informatics
College of Science
BSc Joint Honours Geo-Informatics and F830 s Geography GF18 s Mathematics GF48 s Computer Science

The staff in the Department have such a wealth of knowledge and

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/geography Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: geography@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 602022 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB or equivalent IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 An A level in a mathematical subject is desirable, but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Geo-Informatics
enthusiasm and it shows! The field work is really good fun and great for your CV. I am looking forward to a career in surveying and feel very well equipped to take it on.
Michael Brown, BSc, Geo-Informatics and Mathematics
s 3 year scheme
The study of land surveying and map making has been revolutionised with the development of state-of-the-art computerbased systems for the acquisition, analysis and presentation of geospatial information. This discipline is known as Geo-Informatics. We live in an information age and a knowledge economy, and Geo-Informatics is one of its key components. This course is ideal for students with a passion for computing, geography or mathematics and an interest in spatial data. A Geo-Informatics degree will: train you to become a geographical information scientist equip you with the practical, numerical and computational skills that are valued by employers develop your essential transferable skills, such as team working, communication, problem solving, presentation and analytical skills prepare you for a rewarding career in areas such as geo-informatics, mapping and cartography, financial planning, business management, education, computing, conservation, environmental analysis, and insurance risk assessment
prepare you for postgraduate study in surveying, cartography, remote sensing or Geographical Information Systems

Geo-Informatics at Swansea is taught as a Joint Honours degree, allowing you to study modules in Geography, Computer Science, or Mathematics. The Joint Honours schemes do not necessarily follow a 50/50 split and you may be able to take elective modules to further your knowledge of a particular area. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical classes, and field classes. In your final year, you will complete an independent dissertation. You will have access to excellent teaching facilities, which include laboratories for cartography, geographical information systems and remote sensing. You will have access to Geographyspecific software, including statistical software with applications in Human and Physical Geography, through our personal computing laboratory. You will also benefit from a range of excellent laboratory and computer facilities, including a high-performance computer lab for processing and
interpreting satellite Earth observation and GIS data; a stable isotope ratio mass spectrometer; a climatic test chamber; a laser particle sizer; a gas chromatograph; mineral magnetic characterisation equipment; and an automated organic carbon analyser. We place a strong emphasis on fieldwork and our location allows easy access to a rich variety of environments, including the Gower Peninsula, the Brecon Beacons, rural west Wales and the urban and industrial landscapes of South Wales. Optional modules in Levels Two and Three provide additional fieldwork opportunities in India, and locally in south and west Wales. Students contribute to the costs of fieldwork in optional modules.

Level One You will pursue modules in Geography and in either Computer Science or Mathematics, depending on your degree combination. Please see the entries for Geography (page 80), Computer Science (page 42) and Mathematics (page 104) for details of the modules available. Levels Two and Three Geo-Informatics modules cover: Earth from Space: Monitoring Global Environmental Change Digital Mapping and Geographical Information Science (GIS) Environmental Modelling Dissertation (Level Three) You will also take modules in Geography, Computer Science or Mathematics, depending on your degree combination.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework, practical work, fieldwork, and continuous assessment from tutorials. You will complete a dissertation in Level Three.

Students taking 40 credits of Geography modules each year through the medium of Welsh are eligible to apply for scholarships worth 1,500 over three years.
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Geography
College of Science
BA Single Honours L700 s Geography L720 s Human Geography BSc Single Honours F800 s Geography F8R9 u Geography (with European Studies) FF86 s Physical Earth Science F840 s Physical Geography BA Joint Honours Geography and LT77 s American Studies TL77 u American Studies LL17 s Economics LQ73 s English Literature LR71 u French LR72 u German
LV71 LR73 LL47 LR74 LQ75

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) s u s u Q
History Italian Social Policy Spanish Welsh


A levels: ABB or equivalent IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Geography A level is not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Geography
I enjoyed every moment of my course. The lectures were
interesting, the lecturers made them stimulating, and the trip to Vancouver in the second year was fantastic. The course enabled me to do an MA in Spatial Planning and having a geography degree has opened a lot of doors when job hunting. I currently work for Sainsburys Supermarkets property division in the town planning team.
BSc Joint Honours Geography and CL17 s Biological Sciences LL71 s Economics F830 s Geo-Informatics
Laura Gray, BA Geography Town Planning Team, Sainsburys Supermarkets
Geography is the study of the world we live in. Geography helps us understand how landscapes are shaped, how populations move and interact, and how climate change affects us all. Teaching and research strengths in Geography at Swansea include environmental and climatic change; migration and national identity; glaciology and ice-sheet dynamics; global environmental modelling and Earth observation; and social theory and global cities. Our Geography degrees will: provide you with an understanding of the human world, the natural environment, and interactions between them equip you with the practical, numerical and computational skills that are valued by employers develop your essential transferable skills, such as team working, communication, problem solving, presentation and analytical skills prepare you for a rewarding career in a wide range of areas, including environmental management, conservation, aid and development agencies, local authorities, education,
financial planning, computing, business and retail management, regional and resource planning, and insurance risk assessment prepare you for postgraduate study in geography, Earth science or the social sciences
in India or the USA, and locally in south and west Wales. Students contribute to the costs of fieldwork in optional modules. You will have access to Geographyspecific software, including statistical software with applications in Human and Physical Geography, through our personal computing laboratory. You will also benefit from a range of excellent laboratory and computer facilities, including a high-performance computer lab for processing and interpreting satellite Earth observation and GIS data; a stable isotope ratio mass spectrometer; a climatic test chamber; a laser particle sizer; a gas chromatograph; mineral magnetic characterisation equipment; and an automated organic carbon analyser.
People, Place and Nation (optional for BSc Physical Geography) Economic and Social Geography (optional for BSc Physical Geography) Sustainability in a Fragile World Geographical Methods, Practical Study, Tutorials and Fieldwork You also choose additional modules at Level One, which may include: Geology (compulsory for BSc Physical Geography) Additional Human Geography (compulsory for BA Human Geography) Levels Two and Three Compulsory modules cover: Research Methods (in environmental or social science) Overseas Field Course Approaches to Physical or Human Geography Dissertation and Dissertation Support (Single Honours students only) Optional modules available at present include: Earth from Space: Monitoring Global Environmental Change Digital Mapping and Geographical Information Science (GIS)
Dangerous Earth: Understanding and Living with Natural Hazards Environmental Change Geological Record of Environmental Change Applied Hydrogeology Social and Cultural Geography Regional Economic Planning and Policy Evolution of the Third-World city Boundaries and Connections in Social Geography Geographical Research Frontiers Geographical Work Placement Contemporary Rural Britain New Industrial Spaces Geographies of National Identity Geographies of Forced Migration and Asylum City Visions Global Cities Social Development: Processes and Applications Climate Science and Policy Glaciology Reconstructing Quaternary Environments Humid Tropical Environments and Landscapes
Climate of the last 1,000 years Environmental Modelling Plate Tectonics and Global Geophysics You can choose to take up to a third of your modules through the medium of Welsh at each level. For Joint Honours degrees, the commitment to Geography is normally half of your time, with half in the other subject.

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical classes and field classes. You will explore a cutting-edge geographical topic for your final-year dissertation. We place a strong emphasis on fieldwork and our location allows easy access to a rich variety of environments, including the Gower Peninsula, the Brecon Beacons, rural west Wales and the urban and industrial landscapes of South Wales. Single Honours students undertake an overseas field course in Level Two. Current destinations include Austria or Mallorca, the cost of which will be included in the tuition fee, or New York or Vancouver, for which there is an additional, top-up charge. Optional modules in Levels Two and Three provide additional fieldwork opportunities

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework, practical work, fieldwork, and continuous assessment from tutorials. You will also complete a dissertation in Level Three.

Level One Modules provide a firm foundation in physical and human geography and geographical methods: Earth in Action (optional for BA Human Geography) Earths Changing Face (optional for BA Human Geography) Global Environmental Change

Students taking 40 credits of Geography modules each year through the medium of Welsh are eligible to apply for scholarships worth 1,500 over three years. Visit: www.mantais.ac.uk for further information.
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German
BA Single Honours R220 u German R2N1 u German (with Business Studies) R2G4 u German (with Computer Studies) R2M9 u German (with Legal Studies) BA Joint Honours German and TR72 u American Studies QR72 u Ancient Greek VR12 u Ancient History QR82 u Classical Civilisation LR12 u Economics QRJ2 u English Language Studies QRH2 u English Language Studies
(with Business Studies) QR32 u English Literature RR12 u French RRC2 RRD2 RR21 LR72 RV21 RR23 RRF3 RRG3 RR32 QR62 PR32 LR22 RR24 RRF4 RRG4 RR42 RX23

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u
French (with Business Studies) French (with Computer Studies) French (with Legal Studies) Geography History Italian Italian (with Business Studies) Italian (with Computer Studies) Italian (with Legal Studies) Latin Media Studies Politics Spanish Spanish (with Business Studies) Spanish (with Computer Studies) Spanish (with Legal Studies) TEFL QR52 RQ25 RQG5 RGF5
u u u u
Welsh Welsh (with Business Studies) Welsh (with Computer Studies) Welsh (with Legal Studies)

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/artsandhumanities Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: : ahadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 606980/606981 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you have A level German, or AS level German at grades A or B, you can apply to study at an advanced level. If you do not have these qualifications, but do have an A level or AS level in another modern language, you may be able to follow German at beginners level.
Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
German
BSc Joint Honours German and GR12 u Mathematics LLB Joint Honours MR12 u German and Law
u 4 year scheme
German is spoken by over one hundred million people and is a major language of business, science, and the arts. As the largest economy in the European Union, and a leading importer and exporter, Germany offers untold opportunities for those who speak its language. Studying German at Swansea enables you to develop your knowledge of an important world language using the latest technology, and to immerse yourself in the rich history and cultures that define Germany, Austria and Switzerland. These degrees will: equip you with the language skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including translation, interpreting, and teaching prepare you for international sales, marketing, and management positions with multinational organisations give you valuable experience of another culture and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, and presentation skills

In addition to high-level intensive language modules, a key feature of these degrees is the opportunity to study modules on a wide variety of aspects of society and culture in German-speaking countries. Between Levels Two and Three, you will normally spend a year in a German-speaking country, either studying at a university or working as an English language assistant in a school. Alternatively, you may wish to complete a work placement in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland. All language modules and some cultural modules are taught in small groups through the medium of German. Our cultural modules are taught through a combination of lectures and interactive seminars, and you will be encouraged to make use of our well-equipped language laboratories and Computer-Assisted Language Learning facilities.
Our Centre for Contemporary German Literature runs a popular Writers in Residence programme, which has attracted some of the German-speaking worlds most famous writers to Swansea and offers you a unique opportunity to meet the authors of texts you can study during your degree.
Level Three German General Language Twentieth-Century Berlin German Song Cultures Translation Workshop Dissertation
I spent the third year of my degree doing a ten-month internship at
the Siemens translation department in Munich. Moving to a different country to work in a German environment was a big step and quite a challenge, but it was reassuring to know that the team of lecturers at Swansea were behind me. The internship was a great experience and one that I am very grateful for, as it opened the door for me after I graduated when Siemens took me on as a full-time Translation Manager. Thanks to the longstanding relationship between the Swansea German Department and Siemens Sprachendienst, I have had the opportunity to welcome quite a few Swansea undergraduates who also chose to do their internship at Siemens in Munich they always keep me up-to-date with the latest news from Swansea!

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed using a variety of methods, including class tests, assessed essays, and oral and written examinations.

You can choose from a wide range of modules, many of which can be studied through the medium of Welsh: Level One German Advanced Language or German Beginners Language Introduction to German Culture Modern European Fiction: Texts and Contents Metamorphoses and Adaptations: Contemporary European Film Level Two German General Language Translation Workshop Power and the Personal: Shifting Identities in Modern German Culture European Fascisms Vienna Underground: Subterranean views of a Twentieth-Century City
Ula Mitchell, BA German, Translation Manager, Siemens
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Health and Social Care

BSc Single Honours L510 s Health and Social Care


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: chhsadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 518531 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

GCSE: A-C Maths, English and a Science A levels: Minimum of BBC IB: 30 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206
Although not essential, it would be useful to have studied the Humanities especially sociology or psychology prior to undertaking this degree. Experience of studying human biology and the biosciences is also desired. You should demonstrate an interest in working with people, an ability to communicate well, and the potential to develop the personal qualities useful for team working, leadership and management. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Health and Social Care
s 3 year scheme
The study of health and social care encompasses a broad range of issues that affect societys health and wellbeing, from ageing and illness to social policy, psychology, and public health management. The degree is highly relevant in the voluntary and independent sectors, and to major charitable organisations with a health or social care focus. This degree will: provide an excellent preparation for students seeking administrative and managerial roles within the field of health and social care provide a critical understanding of policy, theory and practice in health and social care prepare you to work across professional and organisational boundaries promoting professional and service-user relationships and inter-professional collaboration equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Above all, this programme will enable you to identify and assess the nature and extent of the issues involved in managing public health locally, nationally and internationally. This course is ideal for individuals who see health and social care as an attractive career pathway but do not wish to pursue professional careers in medicine, nursing or social work.
Level Two will build on these concepts, examining development over the life span, language development, health and social care research and partnership working. At the end of the second year, you can select two10-credit, compulsory modules, which enable you to select areas of study most appropriate to your area of interest, and according to your specific development needs. Topics covered in Level Three include ageing in society, public health and epidemiology, management, leadership and ethics in health and social care. In the final year you will be expected to complete an 8,000 word dissertation.

Level One Study Skills and Health Informatics Introduction to Social Policy; Social Problems and Welfare Institutions Foundations in Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Introduction to Psychology, Health, Illness and Medicine Sociology of Health and Illness Introduction to Health and Social Care Research Introduction to Social Policy in the Modern Era Health Service Practice Level Two Health and Economics Disability Policy I The Developing Person Health and Social Care Research Health Promotion and Health Education Sociology of Health and Illness II Difference and Equity Law and Healthcare Practice Psychology, Health and Illness
Level Three Social Policy in an Ageing Society Applied Psychology Public Health and Epidemiology Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care Ethics in Health and Social Care Dissertation

Progress will be monitored through a combination of coursework (essays and projects), assignments, short answer papers and formal examinations.

You will follow a wide variety of subjects applied to health and social care. These include psychology, sociology, human anatomy and physiology, management and leadership and research skills. The programme also provides an overview of the structure and organisation of UK health and social care, and covers major UK and Welsh Government policy on health and social care provision. Level One will prepare you to develop study skills and will introduce the concepts of health, illness, social welfare, social policy and psychology. An introduction to anatomy and physiology will also be provided.
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Healthcare Science Audiology

BSc Single Honours, s Healthcare Science (Audiology)
UCAS code will be published on the website as soon as it becomes available.

The Audiology degree is an exciting course, with work based


A levels: BBB, with at least one in a Science subject (Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry) at Grade B or above. IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will also need GCSE Mathematics, English or Welsh and double science or separate sciences at grade C or above. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
Are there any additional requirements?

Any offer of a place will require: a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act) an Occupational Health Check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt. Any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government.
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UCAS Codes
Healthcare Science Audiology
and theoretical aspects. This allows me to put into action the knowledge I have gained in lectures and to meet a wide range of people in audiology and related professions. The bursary that I received has been really helpful and the staff operate a friendly open door policy.
Rebecca Chaplin, BSc Audiology
s 3 year scheme
The Healthcare Science (Neurosensory Sciences) programme offered in Swansea is Audiology. We are not at this time offering Neurophysiology or Ophthalmology and Vision Science. Audiologists are health care professionals who are trained to diagnose and manage patients hearing loss, vestibular (balance), and related disorders and test, fit and adjust hearing aids. They can work in hospitals or the private sector and have a healthcare practitioner role. By studying Healthcare Science (Audiology) at Swansea, you will gain a clinically focused degree, with an emphasis on practice-based learning. The degree was developed in liaison with the British Academy of Audiology. Graduation from this degree will give you eligibility to apply for voluntary registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiology and Regulation with the Health Professions Council (subject to programme approval).
This degree will: give you the skills and competences necessary to become a registered Audiologist train you to use sophisticated equipment and healthcare facilities help you to gain wide practical experience and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

During the three years you will study a wide range of modules. All modules are core and must be passed to complete the degree. The modules are designed to meet the requirements of the Modernising Scientific Careers project from the Department of Health (www. networks.nhs.uk/nhs-networks/ msc-framework-curricula/documents/ BSc_HCS_Neurosensory_Sciences% 202011-12.pdf). Consequently, on graduation, you will be equipped with all the necessary knowledge and skills to enter directly into the audiology profession.
confidence and experience in clinical practices before attending placements.

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, oral presentations, assignments and a dissertation.
In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children.

The precise support for this programme is still to be announced by Welsh Government however we anticipate that it will include the following: If you are a UK resident, have been resident in the UK for the last three years or have Leave to Remain then: there are no fees to pay new students will receive a non-means tested grant of 1,000 you are eligible to apply for a means tested bursary of up to 4,395 you may be eligible to access to additional support in the form of a maintenance loan of up to 2,324 (1,811 in the final year of study)

The programme is three years full-time. Year One will contain common elements of audiology, neurophysiology and ophthalmology and vision science. In years two and three you will specialise in your chosen discipline of audiology. In the three years of your degree you will study at the University, where you will gain theoretical understanding and practical clinical skills in the audiology skills laboratory, and also at audiology departments across Wales, where you will work alongside professional audiologists to develop and hone your clinical skills.
What facilities will I use?

The College has extensive facilities including a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. Working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the College has recently opened the Aneurin Bevan Suite. This set of 10, ultra-modern practice rooms creates an authentic clinical environment for our Healthcare Science disciplines. Each room is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to emulate clinical practice, providing an excellent opportunity for students to put textbook theory into practice and to gain
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Healthcare Science Medical Physics Technology

BSc Single Honours s Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine) s Healthcare Science (Radiotherapy)
UCAS codes will be published on the website as soon as it becomes available.

The University has links with local hospitals and you spend a lot of

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanitiesandhealthsciences Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: chhsadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 518531 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB, with at least one in Maths or Physics at Grade B or above. IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 You will also need GCSE Mathematics, English or Welsh and double science or separate sciences at grade C or above. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Healthcare Science Medical Physics Technology
time on placement. Given the radioactive nature of Clinical Technology it is impossible to practise all the clinical aspects of the job on the University campus. Its exciting and interesting that the course involves something as formidable as radioactivity. Being a small Department, there is a great sense of community between the students on the course.
Helen Donne, BSc Healthcare Science
s 3 year scheme
Medical Physics Technologists play a central role in todays technologically sophisticated healthcare system. Most clinical diagnostic and many therapeutic procedures use physics based techniques including the use of ionising radiation. Medical Physics Technologists operate systems for image capture, image processing and are closely involved in quality assurance of all equipment relating to X-ray and gamma radiation. Radiotherapy requires the precise delivery of radiation to treat tumours without harming healthy tissue. Studying Medical Physics Technology at Swansea will equip you with a basic knowledge of all three areas of Medical Physics Technology practice, ie. nuclear medicine, radiotherapy and radiation protection, followed by further specialist training in one area (at this time, nuclear medicine or radiotherapy). On graduation you will be equipped to enter practice and work within your chosen speciality. The course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Modernising Scientific Careers project at the Department of Health and the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM). Consequently when you graduate, you will be eligible to apply for voluntary
registration and work in the NHS or other work environments as an independent practitioner. Are there any additional requirements? Any offer of a place will require: Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act) an Occupational Health Check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt Any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government.

During the three years you will study a wide range of modules. All modules are core and must be passed in order to gain the degree. These modules are designed to meet the requirements of the Modernising Scientific Careers project from the Department of Health (www.networks.nhs.uk/nhs-networks/ msc-framework-curricula/documents/ BSc_HCS_Medical_Physics_ Technology%202011-12.pdf). Consequently, on graduation, you will be equipped with all the necessary knowledge and skills to enter the profession and practice in your specialism.
opportunity for students to put textbook theory into practice and to gain confidence and experience in clinical practices before attending placements.

In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children. Details will be posted on the University web page as they become available.


The College has extensive facilities including a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. Working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the College has recently opened the Aneurin Bevan Suite. This set of 10 ultra-modern practice rooms creates an authentic clinical environment for our Healthcare Science disciplines. Each room is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to emulate clinical practice, providing an excellent

In the three years of your degree you will divide your study between the University, where you will gain theoretical understanding, and hospitals across Wales where you will practice alongside professional Medical Physics Technologists to develop and hone your clinical skills. Medical Physics Technology is a three-year full time degree. On graduation you will receive either a BSc in Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine) or a BSc in Healthcare Science (Radiotherapy).
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Healthcare Science Physiological Sciences

BSc Single Honours s Healthcare Science (Cardiology) s Healthcare Science (Respiratory)
UCAS codes will be published on the website as soon as it becomes available.

The course teaches us about respiratory physiology and the various

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email:chhsadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 518531 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB, including Biology at grade B or above. IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will also need GCSE Mathematics, English or Welsh and double science or separate sciences at grade C or above. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Healthcare Science Physiological Sciences
tests that can be performed to help diagnose respiratory conditions, and also explores other areas such as human biology, mathematics, physics, anatomy, physiology, and many others. My favourite feature of the course is learning the theory and putting it into practice whilst on placement.
Catrin Lewis, BSc Healthcare Sciences (Respiratory)
s 3 year scheme
The Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) degree programmes will educate you to become cardiac and respiratory physiologists. These are highly skilled professionals who monitor, measure, and analyse heart and lung function in clinical environments. They improve patients quality of life by diagnosing disease and informing courses of treatment. By studying Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) at Swansea, you will gain a clinically focused degree, with an emphasis on practice-based learning which, when you graduate, will give you eligibility to apply for voluntary registration and work as an independent practitioner. As a Healthcare Science physiologist lives will often depend on your skills. This degree will: lead to a recognised qualification, enabling you to become a cardiac or respiratory physiologist equip you with the skills and competence to work in the NHS and private sector provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, problem-solving and analytical skills
Are there any additional requirements? Any offer of a place will require: a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act) an occupational health check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt Any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government.
Cardiac physiologists perform a range of investigations and therapies, including: Resting electrocardiography (ECG) Ambulatory monitoring Exercise tolerance testing (ETT) Cardiac catheterisation Echocardiography Permanent pacemakers and implantable defibrillators

During the three years you will study a wide range of modules. All modules are core and must be passed. Modules are designed to meet the requirements of the Modernising Scientific Careers project from the Department of Health, (www.networks.nhs.uk/nhs-networks/ msc-framework-curricula/documents/ BSc_HCS_Cardiovascular_Respiratory_ Sleep_Science%202011-12.pdf). Consequently, on graduation, you will be equipped with all the necessary knowledge and skills to enter the profession and practice in your specialism.

In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children. Details will be posted on the University web page as they become available.


The programme is three years full-time. Year one is common to both Cardiac and Respiratory Physiology. In years two and three you will attend specialist teaching in your chosen discipline of Cardiac Physiology or Respiratory Physiology. Cardiac Physiology As a cardiac physiologist, you will combine patient assessment with the use of specialist equipment to diagnose and inform the management of heart disease. You will also be involved in the treatment of heart rhythm abnormalities.
Respiratory Physiology As a Respiratory Physiologist, you will use a variety of equipment and techniques to measure and monitor patients respiratory function, and diagnose and inform treatments for lung disease. You will also diagnose and treat certain sleep-related breathing disorders. Respiratory Physiologists undertake a range of investigations, including: Lung volumes and forced expiratory flows Respiratory gas exchange Blood gases Response to treatment Breathing during sleep CPAP treatment Allergy testing Physiological responses to exercise

The College has extensive facilities that include; clinical and technical skills resource centres, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. Working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the College has recently opened the Aneurin Bevan Suite. This set of 10 practice rooms creates an authentic clinical environment for our Healthcare Science disciplines providing an excellent opportunity for students to put textbook theory into practice and to gain confidence and experience in clinical practices before attending placements.
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History
BA Single Honours V100 s History V101 u History V116 u Ancient and Medieval History V1R1 u European History (with French) V2R2 u European History (with German) V2R3 u European History (with Italian) V2R4 u European History (with Spanish) V2Q5 u European History (with Welsh) BA Joint Honours History and VT17 s American Studies TV71 u American Studies QV7C u Ancient Greek V110 s Ancient History V190 u Ancient History QV81 s Classical Civilisation
QV8C LV11 QV31 QV3C RV11 LV71 RV21 QV71 RV31 QV61 VQ1P V130 V191 LV2C LV21 VL1F Classical Civilisation Economics English Literature English Literature French Geography German Greek (ancient language) Italian Latin Latin Medieval Studies Medieval Studies Modern History and International Relations s Politics u Politics

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u s s u u s u s u u s s u s
LV43 RV41 QV51 VQ1M
s u s u
Social Policy Spanish Welsh Welsh


A levels: ABB BBB or equivalent IB: 33 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 A level History is preferred. If you wish to study the European History programme, you will normally need an A level in an appropriate language, although in the cases of Italian, Spanish, and Welsh you may be able to learn the language from
scratch if you can demonstrate linguistic ability. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
History
LLB Joint Honours MVC1 s History and Law
History is about understanding human cultures past and present, and about appreciating the diversity and changeability of human societies. Living in an age of rapid globalisation, we now more than ever need to understand how we became who we are, and how human cultures have interacted historically and left a complex but powerful legacy for the present. Studying history critically means thinking about how to represent, preserve, and commemorate the past in ways that reflect our shared responsibility for the world we live in. At Swansea you are encouraged to study the past to meet the challenges of the present, and contribute to the shaping of the future. Our degree schemes are designed to meet this challenge, and equip students with the knowledge and skills that will set them on a successful career path. Swanseas History degrees explore the major periods and civilisations from the Middle Ages through to the modern day.
These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including teaching, accountancy, banking, insurance, the media, marketing, personnel management, and museum and heritage work help you to gain transferable skills, including team-working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research

We offer a range of degrees designed to give you the opportunity to specialise in the subjects that interest you the most. For full details of all our courses, please visit our website. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and tutorials, with an emphasis on interactive learning and class participation.

Level One Medieval Europe: An Introduction World History, 1500-1800 Europe of Extremes, 1789-1989 Making History
Level Two The Practice of History: The Variety of Sources The Rise of Modern Science: from Athens to Los Alamos War and Society in the Anglo-Norman World An Introduction to Dantes World The State of the Church in Later Medieval Europe Medieval Britain, c.1250-1520 The Renaissance of the Middle Ages The Golden Age of Iberia, 1450-1700 The British Atlantic World, c.1550-1760 From Reason to Romanticism: Europe 1650-1800 War and British Society, 1688-1815 Revolutionary and Napoleonic Europe, 1789-1815 The British Empire since 1800: Authority and Anxiety The Welsh Century: Politics, Nationality and Religion, 1847-1947 The United Kingdom, 1801-1922 The First World War: Politics, Society and Culture 1870-1933 European Fascisms Nazi Occupied Europe: Collaboration, Resistance, Genocide Post-War Reconstruction: Europe 1945-1956
Level Three To be a Crusader: A Knight and his Story of the First Crusade The Cathars and the Albigensian Crusades The Life-Cycle in Later Medieval Europe, 1300-1500 Renaissance Venice, 1380-1520 Art and Society in Early Renaissance Italy Princes, Popes, and Protestants: The Reformation in Tudor England and Europe Family, Sex and Intimacy in Early Modern Britain Print Culture and the History of the Book The Grand Tour, c.1500-1800 European Empires in the East Science and Nature in Early Modern Europe Merchants and Marvels: Long-distance in the Early Modern World Revolutionary America, 1760-1791 From Machiavelli to Mussolini: Government and Society in Western Political Thought Background to Wales I: From the Origins of Wales up to 1800 (overseas students only) Background to Wales II: From 1800 to the Present Day (overseas students only) Weimar Germany Irish Migrants in Victorian Britain A social history of the South Wales Coalfield
Slavery and the American Revolution Rethinking the Welsh Town, 1780-1850 Britain at War, 1939-1945: The Home Front Prisoners of War in 20th Century Conflict Governing Italy I: State Control in Liberal and Fascist Italy, 1861-1940 Sport and British Society, 1860-1960 Media and Society in the 1930s From Fascism to the Republic: Italy in the Second World War Please note modules may be subject to change.
I graduated with a
First-Class Honours History degree from Swansea University. My three years undergraduate study were truly the most enjoyable of my life so far! Looking back, the BA degree was everything I hoped it would be. The modules were all very interesting and highly enjoyable with a great range available. The lecturers, tutors and all members of the History department were also incredibly friendly and always willing to help. This is why it didnt take me long to decide that Swansea was where I wanted to continue my studies and I stayed at Swansea to study the MA in Early Modern History.

Your progress will be monitored through a combination of assessed coursework and written examinations. The dissertation that you will complete in Level Three is assessed as a written piece of coursework and by oral examination.

We offer four scholarships annually to our most promising Level One undergraduate students, based on academic qualifications. You will be automatically considered for the award when you take up your place with us.
Cath Horler, MA Early Modern History
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Humanities (Part-time)
Department of Adult Continuing Education
BA Single Honours l Humanities n Humanities n English Literature

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/dace Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: parttimedegree@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295499 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: Please use contact details above.

For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You may not need formal qualifications to study the BA Humanities (part-time) degree as we consider all applications on their own merit. You will, however, be asked to attend an informal interview. You do not need to apply via UCAS. Please use the contact details above to request an application form.
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UCAS Codes
Humanities
l 5 year scheme n 6 year scheme
Many people study part-time because they want to balance their work and family commitments with the opportunity to gain a qualification that enables them to change the direction of their careers. For others, a part-time degree allows them to continue working to support their families and finance their studies. Whatever your reasons for choosing part-time study at Swansea University, you can be sure that you will graduate with a sense of achievement and self-fulfilment. These degrees will: enable you to graduate with an Honours degree within six years help you to gain wide practical experience and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
You will be taught through a combination of lectures and seminars where group participation is encouraged, and you may be required to make presentations as individuals or in groups. Typically, you will study modules worth 60 credits a year until you have achieved 360 credits (120 each at Levels One, Two, and Three). In some cases, you may be able to obtain an ordinary degree in five years by completing just 60 credits at Level Three. Please contact us if you wish to explore this option further. Our community venues include: Banwen Brynaman Clydach Fishguard Glynneath Haverfordwest Llandybie Llanelli Narberth Neath Pembroke Dock Port Talbot The Phoenix Centre (Swansea)
What subjects can I study?

A wide range of subjects is available, including: Level One Ancient History Counselling English Environmental Studies History Human Geography Linguistics Philosophy Politics Psychology Science and Society Social Policy Sociology Statistics Levels Two and Three Ancient History Counselling English History Philosophy Politics Psychology Social Policy Sociology

In most cases, you will be assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, including essays, projects, and presentations. At Level One, most courses are assessed by coursework.
As I stand in front of my GCSE history class I am filled with
enormous pride and a great sense of achievement because when I started my Part-time Degree course I could only daydream of standing in front of a group of pupils one day sharing my love and enthusiasm of history. The Part-time Degree course has helped turn this dream into a reality.
Are the qualifications I already hold recognised?

You may be exempted from part of the degree programme if you already have qualifications that we consider appropriate. Please note that applications for credit exemption must be made before 31 August, 2013 and can only be taken into account if your qualifications were gained in the last five years.
Samantha Anderson, BA Humanities 2008

The course is taught by the Department of Adult Continuing Education (DACE) and by other departments within the University, with modules taught both on campus and in the community venues.
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Italian
BA Joint Honours Italian and u American Studies u Ancient History u Classical Civilisation u Economics u English Language Studies u English Language Studies u u u u u u u u u
(with Business Studies) English Literature French French (with Business Studies) French (with Computer Studies) French (with Legal Studies) Geography German German (with Business Studies) German (with Computer Studies) RR32 RV31 QR63 PR33 RVH1 LR23 RR34 RRH4 RRJ4 RR43 RX33 QRM3 RQ35 RQH5 QR53 TR73 VR13 QR83 LR13 QRJ3 QRH3 QR33 RR13 RRC3 RRD3 RR31 LR73 RR23 RRF3 RRG3

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u
German (with Legal Studies) History Latin Media Studies Medieval Studies Politics Spanish Spanish (with Business Studies) Spanish (with Computer Studies) Spanish (with Legal Studies) TEFL Welsh Welsh (with Business Studies) Welsh (with Computer Studies) Welsh (with Legal Studies)
LLB Joint Honours MR13 u Italian and Law


A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you have A level Italian you can apply to study at an advanced level. If you have an AS level or GCSE in Italian, or if you have no previous knowledge of the language, you will normally need an A level or AS level in another modern language.
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UCAS Codes
Italian
u 4 year scheme
Italy is one of the great cradles of Western civilisation. From the Etruscans and Romans, through the Renaissance, unification, and fascism, to democracy and Berlusconi, Italy has played a major role in the history of Europe. Its rich cultural heritage is complemented by an economic strength that makes Italy one of the worlds most important trading partners. Studying Italian at Swansea University allows you to integrate a broad knowledge of Italys cultural heritage and contemporary social diversity with high-level linguistic skills. The degree is open to beginners as well as those with previous knowledge of the language. These degrees will: equip you with the language skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including translation, interpreting, and teaching prepare you for international sales, marketing, and management positions with multinational organisations give you valuable experience of another culture and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, and presentation skills

You can choose from a wide range of modules, including: Level One Italian Advanced Language or Italian Beginners Language Specialist Language (for advanced level students) Study Skills Introduction to Italian Culture Metamorphoses and Adaptations: Contemporary European Film Level Two Italian General Language (Advanced/ Intermediate) Business Language Reading Modern Italian Fiction European Fascisms Level Three Italian General Language Writing Modern Italy
I enjoyed meeting new friends at Swansea. The whole university
experience allowed me to grow as a person, and has helped me get to where I am today. I now work for Yahoo! as a Planning and Strategy Executive in the Global Sales Team, which helps support and update sales managers about new products and responds to briefs that come in from clients.

A key feature of this degree is the opportunity to study modules on a wide variety of aspects of Italian society and culture. Language classes are taught in small groups, and cultural modules are delivered through a combination of lectures and interactive classes, fully supported by a variety of online learning tools, DVD and Internet materials, and our well-equipped language and computer laboratories. Between Levels Two and Three, you will normally spend a year in Italy, either as a student on one of our established exchange agreements with Italian universities, or as an English language assistant in an Italian school on the British Councils assistantship programme. Alternatively, you may wish to complete a work placement in Italy.
Alex Giacon, BA Italian Planning and Strategy Executive, Yahoo!

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed using a variety of methods, including class assignments, assessed essays, and oral and written examinations.
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Language and Communication English Language and Media Studies

BA Single Honours PQ91 s Language and Communication



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Language and Communication English Language and Media Studies
s 3 year scheme
From political speeches to advertising and journalism, public relations to texting and new media, language and communication define how we interact with the world around us. By appreciating how language works we can understand how it influences the way we react to different situations, and how it can reveal peoples true motives, ambitions and hopes. Language and Communication at Swansea explores different techniques for describing and analysing language, and introduces various theories of communication. This degree will: equip you with skills relevant for a career in fields such as journalism, or broadcasting provide a platform for postgraduate study in linguistics or communication theory give you an advanced knowledge of how language works help you gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Studying this degree will enable you to develop a critical awareness and understanding of the many factors that shape communication practices across a wide range of contexts. In particular, you will explore how language works in institutional settings, in news and politics, and in relation to global cultures, individual and collective identities, and intercultural relations. You will be taught through a variety of methods, including lectures, seminar groups and tutorials. During Level Three you will complete an independent dissertation or communication project on a topic of most interest to you. In addition to the modules offered, you can also choose to pursue modules in a foreign language. Please contact us for further information.

Level One Compulsory modules Study Skills for Language Language of Everyday Life Introduction to Media Communication Communication and Creative Practice
Level Three Language in the Media Optional modules Dissertation Video Production New Screen Technologies First Language Acquisition
The thing which has inspired the most at Swansea is the dedication
of all the lecturers. They are never too busy to stop and help you! I have enjoyed every minute of every module during my studies.
Amy Bowen, BA Language and Communication
Optional modules Studying the English Language Contemporary Welsh Society Introduction to Film Studies Level Two Compulsory modules Discourse Analysis Studying Dialects Theorising the Media Visual Culture and Media Studies Optional modules Corpora and Concordancing Psycholinguistics Reading the Screen The Politics of New Media

Assessment for most modules is by a combination of assignments and examinations. As you progress through your degree programme, more emphasis is put on coursework.
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Law
School of Law
LLB Single Honours M100 s Law MM12 s Law (Crime and Criminal Justice) LLB Joint Honours Law and MT17 s American Studies MT1R u American Studies MM19 s Criminology ML11 s Economics MR11 u French MR12 u German MVC1 s History MR13 u Italian LM21 s Politics MR14 u Spanish MQ15 u Welsh LLB Major/Minor M1N1 s Law with Business

Looking back, I have to say

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/law Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: llb@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295831 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

For LLB Single Honours: A levels: AAB or equivalent. Applicants for Joint Honours schemes may be required to attend an interview and offers may be made on that basis. IB: 34 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206
that choosing to study in Swansea is the best decision I ever made. I have really enjoyed studying Law here, everyone from the lecturers to the receptionists at the School of Law have been very helpful and really do their best to give you the support you need.
A relevant second language is required for the Joint Honours Law and Language degrees. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Kimberly Rupik, LLB Law
From small law firms to the United Nations International Court of Justice, the legal profession shapes every aspect of our society, politics, and economies. Law regulates how we buy and sell goods and services, and how we govern ourselves. It defines how we prosecute and defend, and how we secure the rights of people who may not be able to protect themselves. All of Swanseas LLB courses are qualifying law degrees. These degrees will: provide you with a solid foundation for a career in law train you to apply legal concepts in a practical environment provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, research and analytical skills In the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, 95% of our research was recognised as being of an international standard, meaning that you will be taught by highly experienced, research-active staff. Our levels of student satisfaction are consistently high in the 2011 National Student Survey Swansea was awarded
the highest overall score of all the Law Schools in Wales.

Our innovative approach to teaching allows you to tailor your degree according to your interests, career plans, and strengths. Because all the compulsory foundation modules required for a qualifying law degree are completed at Levels One and Two, you will have the opportunity in your final year to choose from a wide range of optional modules, which is especially useful if you wish to specialise in a particular field of law. You will be actively encouraged to supplement your academic study by undertaking relevant work experience. Our Careers and Employability Tutor will help you make the most of the opportunities available within local law firms and other providers of legal services such as the Crown Prosecution Service and the Public Defender Service. You will be taught in a friendly, supportive learning environment, using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars, group work, and supervised research. You will also gain practical experience of arguing cases in a courtroom environment in our Moot Court. Our well-equipped Law
Library provides excellent facilities and support throughout your studies. Our substantial library holdings are supplemented by an extensive range of electronic legal materials.
Level Three You can choose from a wide range of modules, including: Antisocial Behaviour: Law Policy and Practice Applied Jurisprudence Commercial Law Competition Law Corporate Criminal Regulation Criminal Evidence Criminal Justice and Human Rights Cyber-crime Dissertation E-Commerce Law Employment Law Environmental Law Family Law Foundations in Legal Practice Housing Law and Policy Human Rights Law Intellectual Property Law International Law Law and Multi-Level Governance Law of Sucession Legal History of Wales Legal Issues in Social Care and Social Work Planning and Nature Conservation Public International Law Terrorism: The Legal Response Themes in Jurisprudence Sports Law Succession

Single Honours LLB Level One Compulsory modules include: Legal Skills Public Law Law of Tort Contract Law European Union Law
Joint Honours LLB Schemes All Joint Honours students follow the same basic structure, although the major/minor degree in Law with Business is weighted in favour of Law. The compulsory Level One and Two Law modules are studied as 30 credit modules on the Single Honours scheme and as 20 credit modules on the Joint Honours schemes to take account of the additional modules taken by Joint Honours students from their partner subject. Level One Legal Skills Public Law Contract European Union Law Law of Tort Modules from the partner subject Level Two Criminal Law Property Equity and Trusts Optional module Modules from the partner subject Level Three Optional modules (Qualifying Law Degree-related) Modules from the partner subject

You will be assessed using a combination of written examinations, continuous assessment, assignments, and dissertations/extended essays.
Level Two Compulsory modules include: Equity and Trusts Land Law Criminal Law Optional modules
A range of optional modules is also available.
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Marine Biology
College of Science
BSc Single Honours C160 s Marine Biology
For related degrees, please see Biology and Biological Sciences (page 34), and Zoology (page 160).



A levels: ABB or equivalent, including Biology IB: 33, including 5 in Biology at Higher Level (HL) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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s 3 year scheme
The health of our oceans has a direct impact on the health of our planet. By studying the life in our seas, estuaries and wetlands, marine biologists safeguard the worlds biodiversity and protect endangered species. They also help to develop sustainable sources of seafood and alternative energy sources. Marine Biology at Swansea is a highly practical course. The University is ideally located for marine biology field and boat work the nearby Gower Peninsula provides a variety of study habitats, from exposed rocky shores and steep cliffs enclosing small sheltered bays to sand dunes, salt marsh and estuarine mudflats. This degree will: prepare you for a career in marine research, environmental consultancy, and conservation give you an in-depth understanding of marine organisms and their interactions with the environment enable you to gain an appreciation of the effect and influence of marine organisms on global climate change inform you in commercial aspects of marine biology, such as environmental impact assessment and aquaculture
enable you to develop field and boat work skills provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
During Level Three, you will complete a research project, which may be fieldbased, laboratory-based or purely analytical. Depending on the nature of your project you may work as part of a team, or as an independent researcher. While doing this, you will develop the skills necessary for project management and teamwork and will be trained to design experiments and plan work programmes. You will benefit from excellent teaching facilities, including: teaching, research and IT laboratories an extensive range of modern analytical equipment specialised culture facilities for a range of organisms constant temperature rooms and other growth rooms, aquaria, and greenhouses the Zoological Museum a custom-designed 12.5m coastal research vessel, the RV Noctiluca During Level Three, you will complete a ten-week research project. Your project can be field, boat and/or laboratorybased utilising the valuable study sites around Swansea and off the Gower. Alternatively, you may secure placements elsewhere in the UK or overseas.
Please visit our website for examples of previous projects.

At Levels One and Two, the course is prescribed, while there are optional modules at Level Three, enabling you to customise your learning experience. Current modules include: Level One Science Writing and Career Skills Science Skills for Biological Scientists Chemistry of Life Animal Diversity, Form and Function Plants and Algae Diversity, Form and Function Cellular and Microbial Biology Introduction to Ecology and Behaviour Genetics and Evolutionary Processes Level Two How to Undertake Research in Biological Science Molecular Ecology Marine Biology Literature Review Marine Plankton and Pelagic Invertebrates Vertebrates Coastal Marine Ecology Oceanography Techniques in Marine Biology

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and discussion groups, supported by practical classes. You will develop your skills as a field biologist by undertaking boat work on our inshore research vessel, the RV Noctiluca, and fieldwork on local shores. When you attend a residential field course on the Isle of Cumbrae, Scotland, you will be given training in a range of ship-based survey and sampling techniques, and will gain experience in the identification of a wide variety of seabed dwelling invertebrates and fish. Our new Teaching Laboratory is a significantly upgraded facility to teach a higher level of transferable laboratory techniques and skills, with a capacity to hold 150 students; it includes a full range of AV facilities able to transmit to several plasma screens output from a variety of sources including microscopes, PCs, DVD/ Video players and visualise/camera units.
Level Three Marine Biology Research Project Marine Biology Field Course Literature Review in Marine Biology Current research in marine biology each member of staff presents a module on their own research interests (on a range of topics) from which you select five for assessment

You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework and a practical research project.
three years as an undergraduate studying Marine Biology and a year as a postgraduate undertaking the MSc in Environmental Biology: Conservation and Resource Management. Whether studying or partying I can honestly say I had a fantastic time the whole way through! It was through my undergraduate study that I realised how amazingly diverse the marine ecosystem is, but also how vulnerable it can be and the level of exploitation it endures. This prompted me to undertake the MSc, which furthered my knowledge in many aspects of conservation and environmental issues around the world on sea and land. With my experience and expertise gained from studying at Swansea I have secured a job working with WWF Cymru in Cardiff as Marine Policy Officer where I am helping work towards a sustainable future for the Welsh marine environment.
Ive spent four years as a student at Swansea University,
David Parker, BSc Marine Biology and MSc Environmental Biology: Conservation and Resource Management
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Mathematics
College of Science
MMath Single Honours G103 u Mathematics BSc Single Honours G100 s Mathematics G110 s Pure Mathematics G120 s Applied Mathematics G190 s Mathematics for Finance BSc Joint Honours Mathematics and GG41 s Computer Science GL11 s Economics GR11 u French GF18 s Geo-Informatics GR12 u German FG31 s Physics GR14 u Spanish
GC16 s Sports Science GQ15 Q Welsh


Visit our website: www.maths.swan.ac.uk Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: MathsAdmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295098 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

MMath A levels: AAA or equivalent, including Mathematics. IB: 36 Welsh Bac: See page 206 BSc A levels: AAB or equivalent, including Mathematics. IB: 34 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Mathematics is both ancient and modern. It is the most international of all subjects, and it is the basis on which the modern world is built. Science and business both rely on mathematical foundations, and our degrees reflect this. In studying Mathematics at Swansea University you will meet the number theory that Pythagoras studied, the Financial Mathematics that the highest flyers on Wall Street rely on, and a wealth of other topics reflecting our research excellence in probability, analysis, nonlinear partial differential equations, noncommutative geometry and algebraic topology. These degrees will: train you for a wide range of careers in the business world as well as computing and teaching provide a foundation for postgraduate study and academic research provide you with transferable skills, including communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Our degree programmes are structured to offer flexibility, allowing you to tailor your degree to suit your career goals and interests. For those intending to pursue a highly mathematical career, our flagship MMath programme is a four-year degree aimed at giving exceptionally talented students a thorough grounding in all aspects of Mathematics. Our three-year Single Honours programmes all cover the general range of mathematical material while allowing you either to focus on one particular aspect of the subject (Pure, Applied or Finance), or to cover a breadth of material with the Mathematics degree. We also offer a number of degrees combining Mathematics with other subjects such as Economics, Geo-informatics or Sports Science. If you take Mathematics and a foreign language, you will spend an intercalary year studying Mathematics abroad, through the appropriate language.
Our teaching methods are structured on the understanding that Mathematics is something you must do, not just see or hear. Most material is presented in fifty-minute lectures where the lecturer will describe the key facts and theory, illustrating these perhaps with worked examples, handouts, or use of a computer. You will then test your knowledge and deepen your understanding with regular exercise sheets and examples classes. The Aubrey Truman Reading Room is a popular home for such work. In the first year, you will also have an academic tutor who you will meet, along with five or six other students, for about an hour every week.
Level One Introductory Calculus Introductory Analysis Foundations of Algebra Introductory Linear Algebra Methods of Algebra and Calculus Classical Geometry Classical Mechanics (of particles) Elementary Probability and Statistics Computational Methods (with Mathematica) Level Two Real Analysis and Metric Spaces Vector Calculus and Measure Theory Vector Spaces Groups and Rings Further Methods of Algebra and Calculus Advanced Geometry Classical Mechanics (of rigid bodies) Theoretical Probability and Statistics Numerical Methods (with Mathematica) Levels Three and M (MMath) Functional Analysis Fourier Analysis Complex Variable Theory Differential Equations Partial Differential Equations Differential Geometry Higher Algebra Topology
Lie Groups and Lie Algebras Number Theory Algebraic Coding Theory Stochastic Processes It Calculus and Stochastic Differential Equations Black-Scholes Theory Numerical Analysis Numerics of Differential Equations and Partial Differential Equations Analytical Dynamics Electromagnetics Statistical Mechanics Project
I really enjoyed my course.
I loved the varied nature of the work that we did and the expertise of the staff; you can tell they are passionate about what they teach. My course definitely set me up for my career as I can apply my degree directly to some of the work I do.

Your progress will be monitored mainly by formal written examinations, and many modules have a continuous assessment component of around 20%.

Each degree programme involves a number of compulsory modules, providing the core material for that particular programme, and a set of optional modules allowing some personal choice. In the final year of most degree programmes you will complete a dissertation module, in which you have the opportunity to investigate a branch of Mathematics that is of particular interest to you, or to go into much greater depth on a topic that you have already learnt about. Modules currently available include:
Vicky Stockley, BSc in Mathematics for Finance, 2008 Underwriter, Zurich Financial Services

Currently we offer a number of scholarships up to a total value of 3,000, awarded on the basis of a competitive examination. Please contact us for further detail.
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Media Studies
BA Single Honours P300 s Media Studies BA Joint Honours Media Studies and PQ91 s English Language QP33 s English Literature PR31 u French PR32 u German PR33 u Italian L220 u Politics PR34 u Spanish QP53 Q Welsh

After spending three exciting years earning my BA in Media Studies


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and a year studying an MA in Comparative Journalism at Swansea University I was equipped with a good balance of theoretical knowledge and practical journalism skills, enabling me to approach news and feature writing in an effective way and develop a strong portfolio of work. The global approach to journalism helped me to develop a wider view of world media and appreciate the importance of new technologies in publishing something that has been very useful as I now work in Shanghai, China as a web editor for Time-Out magazine.
Claire Siobodian, BA Media Studies

Our BA Media Studies Single Honours degree has a common foundation year and incorporates distinct pathways in media, film, public relations, journalism and practical media at Levels Two and Three, enabling you to tailor your degree to your needs, interests, and aspirations. The degree provides a combined programme of history, theory and practice that incorporates skills and techniques relevant to the modern media, film and public relations industries. In addition to being taught through a combination of lectures and small group tutorials, you will participate in practical sessions, workshops, and online learning. At Level Three, you will complete a dissertation, which gives you the chance to explore a topic of most interest to you. Depending on your choice of degree, you may also have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills in media practice, for instance by designing a website, making a video, or submitting a portfolio of journalism. The degree may also include competitive work placements. In addition, the pathways of the BA Media Studies provide you with the clear option of progressing to an MA in either Digital Media, European Film, Comparative Journalism or Professional Media Practice. Full details are available on our website. Level Three Dissertation Preparation Dissertation Online Journalism Video Production Radio Production Strategy, Marketing and Branding Signing the Screen: Film and Television Authorship Contemporary Film and Television Cynhyrchu Radio Creu Fideo Digital Philosophy: the Roots of the Virtual Please note modules are subject to change. In addition, in line with the Universitys commitment to Welsh-medium provision and the demands of employers within the industry in Wales, we offer a range of optional media modules, which are taught and assessed through the medium of Welsh. Modules include: Hanes Darlledu, Creu a Dadansoddi Newyddion, Cyfryngau a Chymdeithas and Creu Fideo.
From print and broadcast media to cinema and television, digital publishing, social networking, and public relations, the media increasingly defines the way we interact with our society. It shapes the way we see ourselves and others, and can be a powerful tool for social change, good and bad. Media Studies at Swansea has a broad vocational, theoretical and international outlook that reflects the challenges and opportunities of our media-rich world. These degrees will: provide you with a profound knowledge of the history, theory and practice of media, film, public relations and journalism equip you with the skills and knowledge required to work in a range of media-related industries help you to gain transferable skills valued by employers, including new media, team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with a competitive edge in todays job market and industries

Your progress will be monitored and assessed by a range of methods, including essays, written examinations, media practice, seminar contributions, group projects, web design, presentations, online contributions, a dissertation, and critical film reviews. Approximately 60 per cent of your final degree classification is based on the coursework you will complete during your studies.

Level One Introduction to Media Communication Introduction to Film Studies Introduction to Public Relations Communication and Creative Practice History of Propaganda Contemporary European Film Level Two Theorising the Media Screenwriting Media Practice Skills Visual Culture and Media Studies Public Relations Theory Public Relations Practice The History of Screen Animation War and Conflict in European Film Reading the Screen: Ideas and Ideologies on Screen Business and Entrepreneurship New Media
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Medical Biochemistry and Biochemistry

College of Medicine
BSc Single Honours C700 s Biochemistry C741 s Medical Biochemistry BSc Joint Honours CC47 s Biochemistry and Genetics

The biochemistry research project was a great opportunity to

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/medicine/ BScProgrammes Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: biochemistry@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295668 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: : ABB or equivalent IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will need A level Chemistry and at least one other science subject, usually Biology. These degrees are included in priority subjects for additional income-related bursaries see page 201.
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further myself, allowing me to learn about the intricacies of biochemistry and preparing me for a future career in science and research.
Alun Newsome, BSc Medical Biochemistry
s 3 year scheme
Biochemists and Medical Biochemists develop new ideas and products that are applied to the biggest health challenges we face today. They work in a wide range of industries, including medicine, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, forensic science and veterinary science. Biochemists help us to understand the process of life itself. Biochemistry, the study of how cells work at the molecular and sub-molecular levels, has been described as the basis of modern medicine. It is also referred to as chemical biology, molecular cell biology, and the biology of the living cell. These degrees will: train you to work in areas such as cancer research, drug development, and the development of new crops and agrochemicals prepare you for further study that enables you to take up research positions in industry equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agrochemical and food industries
provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills The Medical Biochemistry degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills to follow a career in medical laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry, or for graduate entry into Medicine.

You can choose from a range of modules covering topics related to our staff strengths in molecular, mammalian, and microbial biochemistry. If you choose to study Medical Biochemistry, you will benefit from the expertise of staff in the College of Medicine. You will also take modules in specialist topics in molecular mechanisms of disease and medical genetics. Level One Genetics and Evolutionary Processes Energy and Metabolism: The Reactions of Life Macromolecules: Form and Function Metabolic Regulation and Molecular Physiology Biochemistry Skills Development Chemistry of Life Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Organic Chemistry of Functional Groups Atomic Structure and Chemical periodicity Cellular and Microbial Biology
You will develop skills and experience in analytical methods, data processing, and report writing through computer-based learning and associated practical classes. Level Two Carbohydrate Metabolism and Glycobiology Biochemical Techniques Fatty Acid and Terpenoid Metabolism Clinical Biochemistry and Physiology Biomolecular Mass Spectrometry and Proteomic Analysis Metabolic Regulation: Enzymes and Signal Transduction Biochemistry Skills Development II Molecular Techniques Human and Medical Genetics Microbial Genetics Gene Expression Molecular Mechanisms of Disease and Diagnostics Cell and Immunobiology Practical classes enable you to extend the skills you gained in Level One and to develop new competences.

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and discussion groups, supported by practical classes. You can also make use of self-tuition packages and simulation software that gives you experience of techniques not normally accessible at undergraduate level. During Level Three, you will complete a research project under the guidance of a professional research scientist. By working as an independent researcher, you will develop effective project management skills and will be trained to design experiments and plan work programmes.
Level Three Biomolecular Research Project Biochemistry of Natural Products Membranes and Energy Transduction Nucleic Acids: Components, Metabolism and Modification Membrane Trafficking Aspects of Human Sensory and Metabolic Biochemistry Gene Manipulation Animal Development Medical Genetics Biotechnology and Protein Engineering Mutations and Human Health Genetics of Cancer Biochemistry Literature Review and Communication Joint Honours degree in Biochemistry and Genetics The Biochemistry and Genetics joint degree offers modules from both the separate Single Honours degrees and covers a broader range of topics within the fields of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology. It is intended to demonstrate the overlapping principles of the two disciplines.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, assignments and practical work. The project you will complete at Level Three is an important component of the degree programme that helps you to gain invaluable experience of research project design, planning and implementation.
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Medical Genetics and Genetics

College of Medicine
BSc Single Honours C400 s Genetics C431 s Medical Genetics BSc Joint Honours CC47 s Biochemistry and Genetics

My undergraduate degree in Genetics sparked my interest in

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/medicine/ BScProgrammes Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: genetics@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295668 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB or equivalent IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 For the BSc Genetics degree, you will need A level Biology, and for the BSc Medical Genetics degree you will need A level Biology and Chemistry. These degrees are included in priority subjects for additional income-related bursaries see page 201.
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becoming a professional scientist and provided the foundation to pursue a postgraduate degree (also in Swansea) and establish a research career in molecular mutagenesis and carcinogenesis at Imperial College, London, before joining the pharmaceutical industry as a genetic toxicologist. I now head up the genetic toxicology unit for GlaxoSmithKline, a role which contributes to the development of new medicines to address the unmet medical needs of patients in many disease areas.
s 3 year scheme
Anthony Lynch, BSc Genetics

Level One Genetic Analysis I Genetics and Evolutionary Processes Energy and Metabolism: The Reactions of Life Macromolecules: Form and Function Metabolic Regulation and Molecular Physiology Chemistry of Life Introductory Organic Chemistry Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry Organic Chemistry of Functional Groups Atomic Structure and Chemical periodicity Science Skills Plants and Algae; Diversity Form and Function Cellular and Microbial Biology Animal Diversity, Form and Function Introduction to Ecology and Behaviour Level Two Genetic Analysis II Molecular Techniques Human and Medical Genetics Microbial Genetics Gene Expression Biostatistics and Experimental Design Molecular Mechanisms of Disease and Diagnostics Carbohydrate Metabolism and Glycobiology Biochemical Techniques Clinical Biochemistry and Physiology Biomolecular Mass Spectrometry and Proteomic Analysis Metabolic Regulation: Enzymes and Signal Transduction Molecular Ecology Cell and Immunobiology Level Three Medical Genetics Biomolecular Research Project Gene Manipulation Molecular Evolution Animal Development Biotechnology and Protein Engineering Genetic Analysis III Mutations and Human Health Genetics of Cancer Nucleic Acids: Components, Metabolism and Modification Membrane Trafficking Aspects of Human Sensory and Metabolic Biochemistry
Genetics plays a major role in the diagnosis of human diseases and the development of new treatments and pharmaceuticals. It sheds light on human evolution and the effect of environmental change on living organisms, and can help us to conserve the planets biodiversity. The Medical Genetics degree provides appropriate training for students who wish to undertake further study to become a doctor. Graduates in Medical Genetics are eligible to apply for Swanseas Graduate Entry Medicine programme. These degrees will: prepare you for roles in a wide variety of professions, including the pharmaceutical industry, forensic science, and conservation biology give you experience of techniques for analysing gene expression, protein interactions, DNA structure and damage, image analysis of biomolecules and cells, and advanced computer analytical methods prepare you for graduate training to be a doctor, dentist, or teacher, or for postgraduate or doctoral research

You will be taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars, small group tutorial classes, e-learning, and practical laboratory work. Teaching is delivered by genetics staff located in the Colleges expanding research facility, the Institute of Life Science. There are also contributions from other staff in the College of Medicine, many of whom are practising doctors and consultants in local hospitals. In the final year, you will complete a research project under the guidance of a professional research scientist. By working as an independent researcher, you will develop effective project management skills and will be trained to design experiments and plan work programmes. You may change between degree programmes, for example from Medical Genetics to Genetics, or to a joint degree with Biochemistry, depending on how your interests develop during the course of your studies.
Joint Honours in Biochemistry and Genetics The Biochemistry and Genetics joint degree offers modules from both the separate Single Honours degrees and covers a broader range of topics within the fields of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology. It is intended to demonstrate the overlapping principles of the two disciplines.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, assignments and practical work. The project you will complete at Level Three is an important component of the degree programme that helps you to gain invaluable experience of research project design, planning and implementation.

Many undergraduate students will complete research projects in the College of Medicines state-of-the-art research laboratories, and will be supervised by the Institute of Life Sciences research groups. Facilities that might enhance your learning experience in research include: UK EPSRC Centre for Mass Spectrometry Centre for NanoHealth Health Information Research Unit Health Informatics Research Laboratories Clinical Research Facility and Imaging Suite
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Medical Sciences and Humanities

BA Single Honours BV95 s Medical Sciences and Humanities

I chose the BSc in Medical Sciences and Humanities (MeSH) because

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences/ undergraduate/ medicalsciencesandhumanities Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: chhsadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 518531 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: ABB or equivalent IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You do not need A levels in mathematics or science subjects (although they are very useful preparation) but we do require a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C or above, including GCSE English (or Welsh) and Mathematics.
it provides a very good foundation for Graduate Entry Medicine. MeSH is a fantastic course that includes a diverse range of subjects that are related to modern medicine. It aims to develop an in-depth understanding into the importance of patient-centred care through its bio-psycho-social understanding of health. I particularly enjoyed the placements in year three which helped me understand the importance of good communication and listening skills for effective decision making.
GCSE Double Science, or Physics and Chemistry are useful but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website or via the email below.
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Louise Treen, BSc Medical Sciences and Humanities

s 3 year scheme
It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has. (Hippocrates) This innovative, interdisciplinary degree reflects contemporary medicines patient-centred and bio-psycho-social understanding of health, illness, and healthcare interventions. It has been developed in conjunction with the Universitys College of Medicine and allows you to study the broad spectrum of subjects that encompass the science and art of medicine. My aim is not to make a system or to see patients as systems, but to picture a world, a variety of worlds the landscapes of being where these patients reside. (Oliver Sacks) This degree will: give you an ideal platform for graduate entry into medicine, or to the para-medical professions (e.g. physiotherapy, health promotion, speech therapy) or to postgraduate research in medicine or healthcare
equip you with key critical analysis and appraisal skills, knowledge and experience valued by healthcare management employers, and in the private and public general management sectors provide you with a broad understanding of medicine and health care, and how we experience them as a society equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and advanced analytical skills
Each year, you will follow two modules in each of these six distinct areas of study: Biological Sciences explores how knowledge of biological systems at the molecular, cellular and organismal levels underpins clinical medicine. Clinical Sciences focuses on the key study and learning skills of medicine and healthcare, in particular the essential critical information analysis of evidencebased-medicine, the issues surrounding implementation of public health interventions, and the integration of theoretical and practical knowledge in patient interactions, via reflective clinical observation. Philosophy of Medicine explores ethical and conceptual issues that shape the nature and goals of medicine, interrogating problems of life and death, genetic ethics, multiple personality disorder, and conceptions of mental illness. Social Sciences and Medicine comprises the economic, psychological, and sociological dimensions that inform the experience of medicine and health care, and also issues of costing and provision across the lifespan.
History of Medicine provides a critical view of the interaction of intellectual and social factors in the making of medical theory, practice, and professionalisation, and the overall role of medicine in the creation of modern society since 1500. Literature and Medicine contrasts doctors and patients views of disease by examining literary narratives of health care and illness.
Level Two Research Methods and Statistics Health Law and Practice The Philosophy of Health, Disease and Illness People, Populations and Medical Care: Philosophical Perspectives Maximum Efficiency? Medicine and Society c.1300-2000 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Options in
Options in Pathology and Therapeutics Advanced Genetics

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, oral presentations, assignments, and a dissertation. There is a good balance between coursework and examinations.

Modules available include: Level One Foundations in Mathematics and Physics of Living Systems Applied Human Biology Introduction to Health Law Introduction to Philosophy of Medicine Introduction to Psychology, Health, Illness and Medicine Human Anatomy and Physiology I Study Skills and Health Informatics Introduction to the History of Medicine Introduction to Literature and Medicine Sociology of Health and Illness

This degree allows you to explore both the scientific and human sides of medicine and health care. It is designed to give you a rounded perspective based on a broad range of subjects drawn from across the Medical Sciences, the Human Sciences, and the Humanities. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Computer-assisted learning is a core feature of specific modules, and you will undertake a series of clinical observations in the final Level of the degree.
Health Economics Sociology of Health and Medicine II Psychology, Health, Illness and Medicine II Pathophysiology Genetics Level Three Applying Information in Medicine Persons and Illness: Philosophical Perspectives Hospitals in History c.1700-1948 Systems Physiology and Common Pathologies Dissertation (medicine/healthcare topic of your choice) Public Health and Epidemiology
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Medicine Graduate Entry Medicine Mb Bch (Wales)

College of Medicine
MB BCh (Wales) A101 u Medicine

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/medicine Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: medicine@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 602618
Visit the University: We run two open days each year for Graduate Entry Medicine. In 2012, they will be: Friday 16th March 2012 Friday 22nd June 2012 To register for our next open day, please visit our website: www.gemedicine.swansea.ac.uk How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information Note: applications must be submitted to UCAS by 15th October 2012

As this is a graduate entry programme, you will need to have achieved, or be predicted to achieve, an upper second or first class honours degree. This can be in any subject, but you will need to demonstrate a clear commitment to Medicine, and an understanding of its demands and rewards. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
You should have GCSE Mathematics and English/Welsh at Grade C or above and, ideally, some experience of Biology or Chemistry post-GCSE (this is desirable but not essential). You will also need to take the Graduate Medical Schools Admissions Test (GAMSAT) and achieve a score of greater than 50. For details about the GAMSAT and how to register, visit www.gamsatuk.org
All offers made by the University are conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check and Occupational Health clearance. The Graduate Entry Medicine Programme is only open to UK and EU citizens.
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Medicine Graduate Entry Medicine Mb Bch (Wales)
u 4 year scheme
Without question, doctors have one of the most rewarding jobs imaginable. In applying their knowledge of the human body, they can have a transformative affect on our health and well-being. They embrace science to understand how to treat us when we fall ill and, no matter which branch of Medicine they choose to follow, their primary concern is for our well-being. Since its launch in 2004, Swanseas Graduate Entry Medicine programme has established itself as an outstanding degree that enables graduates of any discipline to learn the scientific and clinical principles of Medicine, and to consider its moral aspects. This degree will: prepare you to become a doctor introduce you to professional practice using state-of-the-art equipment and cutting-edge teaching methods ready you for further post-registration medical education in your chosen specialty provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

You will work with real and simulated patients at every stage of your learning; accumulating knowledge, developing clinical skills and conducting yourself in a way that characterises the wise doctor. Your studies will be split between learning weeks at the University and clinical placements with local NHS partners, in particular the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University (ABMU) and the Hywel Dda Health Boards. This is an independent, four-year programme based entirely in Swansea and west Wales. Each campus-based study week encourages you to explore a particular clinical problem using group tutorials, lectures and seminars, and to practise your clinical skills in a laboratory environment. This knowledge is consolidated by clinical exposure during Learning Opportunities in the Clinical Setting (LOCS) and Community Based Learning (CBL), both of which are available from the first term of the course. Clinical placements allow you to practise your skills and develop your understanding of the wider social and organisational aspects of medicine.
If you speak Welsh, you will have opportunities to improve your technical vocabulary in the context of the clinical consultation. If you do not speak Welsh, we will help you to gain some familiarity with the language and its origins, and encourage you to look at the Welsh Governments introduction to language awareness in health care, Iechyd Da!. In addition to the learning weeks, you will complete a range of other activities, including: placements in a primary care centre to see patients and experience the work of general practitioners and their clinical colleagues CBL five-week clinical apprenticeships when you will be embedded in a healthcare team to work alongside other staff and gain experience of the doctors role the first of these occurs in Year One five-week specialty attachments during which you will study the health needs of a particular group of patients (eg psychiatry) a series of student-led professionalism days exploring the professional practice of medicine
an elective period of study in Year Three, which allows you to choose to visit almost any part of the world to pursue an approved project a final shadowing period that enables you to hone your skills before you start work as a qualified doctor Please note: project work each year gives you the chance to work with other professions and explore the issues of inter-professional learning. When you graduate, you will be offered a rotational year on the Foundation Year Programme in Wales, after which, you should be equipped with the necessary attributes to carry you through the remainder of your postgraduate medical education in the area of medicine that most excites you.
UK EPSRC Centre for Mass Spectrometry IBM Blue C supercomputer the Centre for NanoHealth Health Information Research Unit Health Informatics Research Laboratories Clinical Research Facility and Imaging Suite
I heard something on the news
about the government allowing four-year medicine courses for mature students, which started a candle burning in my mind that just wouldnt go away, so I applied. Its tough to get on the course, and its a full-time commitment, but every lecture has been fascinating. Youre immersed clinically from the start; you go and see A&E, you sit in on GP consultations, you do drug rounds in prison, and go out with paramedics on a Friday night. The doctors help you: theres a realisation that people who are doing their second degree are serious and conscientious. I feel very privileged.

You will be assessed each term through a variety of methods, including examinations, assignments and practical work. Assessments cover four educational themes: Intellectual Skills; Practical Skills; Transferable Skills; and Professional Development.

If you are from England or Wales, you are eligible for a student loan in Level One. Means-tested bursaries are available from the NHS Student GrantsUnit from Level Two onwards.

Many undergraduate students will complete research projects in the College of Medicines state-of-the-art research laboratories, and will be supervised by the Institute of Life Sciences research groups. Facilities that will enhance your learning experience include:
Andrew Phillips, MB BCh Medicine
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Medieval Studies
BA Joint Honours Medieval Studies and V115 s Ancient History QVR1 s Ancient Greek QVV1 s Classical Civilisation QVH1 s English Literature RVC1 u French V130 s History RVH1 u Italian QVP1 s Latin RVK1 u Spanish QVM1 Q Welsh



A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Although History A level is an advantage, it is not essential. Similarly, as Medieval Studies requires the study of a literature, an A level in English, Welsh, Italian, Spanish, or French is desirable, but not essential.
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Medieval Studies
The medieval world is the age of chivalry and the Crusades, of the birth of universities and magnificent Gothic cathedrals, and of some of the most enduring tales of courtly love. Medieval Studies explores the rich legacy of nearly a thousand years of European history and culture to reveal how the Middle Ages shaped our modern society. As one of just a few programmes of its kind in Britain, Medieval Studies at Swansea offers a unique perspective on one of the most fascinating periods in the history of Western civilisation. These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including management, administration, teaching, journalism, law, and the civil service help you to gain transferable skills, including team-working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a platform for postgraduate study

This degree enables you to study a broad range of themes and subjects covering nearly a millennium (c500AD to c1500AD) in the historical experiences of the societies of Western Europe. You will be taught through a combination of lectures and seminars that encourage discussion of key themes and topics. The dissertation you will complete in Level Three provides an opportunity for you to research a topic that interests you the most. Recent dissertations have explored castle-building in England, Medieval queenship, and Vlad the Impaler.
Levels Two and Three You can choose from a variety of modules, including: Arthurian Adaptations War and Society in the Anglo-Norman World Renaissance Venice Chaucer, Gender and Sexuality in the Middle Ages Sin, Sex, the Masculine and the Monstrous in the Middle Ages Magna Carta The Cathars and the Albigensian Crusades Living and Dying in Medieval England after the Black Death Dissertation Please note modules are subject to change.
Swansea is a great university in a beautiful location. The courses
are interesting, the lecturers are brilliant and the students are fun. I cant imagine an all-round better student experience I consider myself extremely fortunate to have studied at Swansea.
Jess Ranthum, BA Medieval Studies

Level One You can study a range of subjects in History, English, Classics, French, Italian, Latin, Spanish, or Welsh alongside three core modules: Medieval Europe: an introduction Society and learning in Medieval Europe Making History

Your progress will be monitored through a combination of assessed coursework, written examinations, and the dissertation at Level Three.
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Midwifery
BMid Single Honours B720 s Midwifery

I loved Swansea as soon as I came for my interview. The department


A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will also need at least five GCSEs in Mathematics, English or Welsh and a science subject at grades A to C. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
was so welcoming. I have already delivered 13 babies and have contributed to the health and wellbeing of many more women and their babies. Staff are all very supportive, both within the University and out on placement. Now I have finished my first year I really cant imagine doing anything else.
Note: We recommend that applications are submitted before 15 January 2013. Please note that we are unable to consider applications for deferred entry.
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Midwifery
Lauren Vizard, BMid Midwifery
s 3 year scheme
A midwife is recognised as a responsible and accountable professional who works in partnership with women to give the necessary support, care and advice during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period. This care includes health promotion, the promotion of normal birth, the detection of complications in mother and infant, with referral to medical care or other appropriate assistance where necessary. The midwife has an important role in counselling and education, not only for the woman, but also within the family and the community. This work should involve antenatal education and preparation for parenthood and may extend to womens health, sexual or reproductive health and childcare. Studying Midwifery at Swansea University will give you the confidence and skills necessary for a rewarding career as a midwife.
This degree will: help you to develop the skills and competences necessary to become a midwife offer you help to gain a wide practical experience across a range of maternity settings provide a solid foundation for you to develop further skills in relation to midwifery practice, management, research and education equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills Swansea University also offers opportunities for post-registration study in Midwifery related subjects at degree and Masters level.
and 50% practice-based. This is a three-year, full-time scheme commencing each September.

Any offer of a place will require: a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act) an Occupational Health Check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt Any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government.
Level Three Evidence Based Midwifery Management in Midwifery Optimising Midwifery Effective Midwifery Practice

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, oral presentations, and written assignments.

The state-of-the-art facilities at our Swansea and Carmarthen campuses include a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. Working closely with local NHS Trusts, the College has recently opened the Aneurin Bevan Suite at Swansea. The set of 10, ultra-modern practice rooms creates an authentic clinical environment for health care disciplines including Audiology, Respiratory, Cardiology, Paramedic Science and Nursing. Each room is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to emulate clinical practice, providing an excellent opportunity for students to put textbook theory into practice and to gain confidence and experience in clinical environments.
In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children. This information has been provided by Welsh Government, who control funding arrangements for students on NHS-funded courses in Wales. The University therefore cannot accept any responsibility for changes to this information. Details will be posted on the University web page as they become available. Students are advised also to access the National Leadership and Innovation Agency for Healthcare site: www.nliah.wales.nhs.uk

Precise information regarding the financial support available for students on this programme is still to be announced by Welsh Government. The information that we have at October 2011 includes the following: If you are a UK resident, have been resident in the UK for the last three years or have Leave to Remain then: there are no fees to pay new students will receive a non-means tested grant of 1,000 you are eligible to apply for a Means Tested Bursary of up to 4,395 you may be eligible for access to additional support in the form of a maintenance loan of up to 2,324 (1,811 in the final year of study)

Introduction to Professional Midwifery Bioscience for Midwifery Health in Childbearing Study Skills for Midwifery Foundations of Midwifery Practice

This degree allows you to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts of midwifery, as well as the skills necessary to practise as a midwife. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, discussion groups, role play, and simulation exercises. 50% of the degree is theory-based,
Level Two Psychosocial Aspects of Childbearing Challenges in Childbearing Complicated Childbearing Developing Midwifery Practice
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Nursing
BSc Single Honours Swansea B702 s Nursing (Adult) B703 s Nursing (Child) B704 s Nursing (Mental Health) Carmarthen B740 s Nursing (Adult) B760 s Nursing (Mental Health)



A levels: a minimum of BBC or equivalent IB: 32-30 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 An A level in a health or science subject is preferred. You will also need at least five GCSEs in Mathematics, English or Welsh and Double Science at grades A to C.

Any offer of a place will require: a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act)
an Occupational Health Check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt provision of a satisfactory character reference any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government
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Nursing
s 3 year scheme
Nurses are healthcare professionals who work in a variety of roles, and in a wide range of environments, to provide safe, caring and evidence based nursing practice and interventions. Nursing is a unique occupation, challenging but ultimately hugely rewarding. And, with the ongoing modernisation of the health care sector, there has never been a more exciting time to join the profession. A nursing degree will: provide the educational preparation for you to work as a registered nurse in hospital or community settings prepare you to meet the essential mental and physical health needs of people of all ages and conditions as well as providing you with the specific knowledge and skills to practice within your chosen field give you a foundation for your professional and personal development to enable you to enter nursing and healthcare management, research, education, or specialist nursing help you to gain wide practical experience and the ability to use your own initiative
equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, information technology, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills

The programme has been developed to support the Nursing and Midwifery Standards for Pre-Registration Nursing Education 2010. As such, you will benefit from a carefully integrated combination of theoretical study and practical nursing experience. 50% of the degree is theory-based and delivered on campus and 50% will be delivered via practice learning opportunities with one of our partner Local Health Boards or within private health or social settings across the Colleges geographical area. You may also have the opportunity to complete a three month overseas placement with another European health care institution under the ERASMUS scheme. You will be taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, evidence based learning, seminars, e-learning, and tutorials, complemented by practical work in the bio-science laboratory and in our clinical practice suites.
The degree promotes adult learning and will encourage you to become an independent thinker. There will be periods of self-directed study alongside lecturer-led teaching. To support your personal and professional development you will be allocated a personal tutor for the three years of the programme. All personal tutors are Registered Nurses. Please note: It is possible to study Adult and Mental Health Nursing at the Swansea and Carmarthen campuses. Child Nursing is available at the Swansea campus only. If you choose to study in Carmarthen, clinical placements may be arranged in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion or Pembrokeshire. This honours degree is a three-year full-time course that commences in September 2012. There is also usually an additional intake for Adult Nursing each February.
What fields can I specialise in?

Adult Nursing Within this field of nursing, you will experience the continuum of adult care. You will be taught the skills to assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate evidencebased care to promote the health and wellbeing of adults with acute and chronic conditions. Childrens Nursing As a childrens nurse, you will be dealing with children and young people from 016 years and from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. You will learn to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet the holistic needs of children, young people and their families. Mental Health Nursing As a mental health nurse, you are likely to be dealing with people of all ages and from a wide range of backgrounds. As your career develops, you may choose to specialise in areas such as drugs and alcohol misuse or working with offenders.

All modules are compulsory. The programme will include shared learning across fields as well as providing field specific modules. Level one Fundamentals in Nursing Practice Learning to Learn in Higher Education and Clinical Practice What is Nursing? Developing Nursing Knowledge Portfolio Introduction to Professional Practice (Nursing) Level two Public Health Acute Care Continuing and Palliative Care Portfolio Developing the practice of nursing Level three Managing Care in Rapidly Changing Situations Advancing Professional Nursing Practice Leadership and Management Portfolio Consolidating the Practice of Nursing

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed through a variety of methods including portfolio and written assessments and examinations. You will have clinical compentences to achieve in the practice learning environment, and will also be assessed on your professional attitude and behaviour.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. The Colleges Aneurin Bevan Suite at Swansea is a set of 10 ultra-modern practice rooms, creating an authentic clinical environment for health care disciplines including Audiology, Respiratory, Cardiology, Paramedic Science and Nursing. Innovative facilities and technology also feature at the Carmarthen campus. By working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the clinical practice facilities have been designed to function just like a real-life hospital or community setting.
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Nursing
I enjoyed every minute of my course, especially my ward and
community placements where I met different patients from various levels of society. I am now with the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, where I am a registered nurse at the A&E unit at Morriston Hospital.
Rodolfo Badilla, BN Nursing (Adult), 2009
Are there any bursaries available?

Precise information regarding the financial support available for students on this programme is still to be announced by Welsh Government. The information that we have at October 2011 includes the following: If you are a UK resident, have been resident in the UK for the last three years or have Leave to Remain then: there are no fees to pay new students will receive a non-means tested grant of 1,000 you are eligible to apply for a Means Tested Bursary of up to 4,395 you may be eligible for access to additional support in the form of a maintenance loan of up to 2,324 (1,811 in the final year of study) In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children.
This information has been provided by Welsh Government, who control funding arrangements for students on NHS-funded courses in Wales. The University therefore cannot accept any responsibility for changes to this information. Details will be posted on the University web page as they become available. Students are advised also to access the National Leadership and Innovation Agency for Healthcare site: www.nliah.wales.nhs.uk
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Osteopathy Advanced Initial Degree *(M.Ost)

Advanced Initial Degree in Osteopathy (M.Ost) B310 u Osteopathy



A levels: BBB IB: 32 Typically, you will need three A levels at grade B or above, and must include a biological science (e.g. Human Biology). You will also need a minimum of five GCSE passes including Welsh or English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Osteopathy Advanced Initial Degree *(M.Ost)
u 4 year scheme
Osteopathy is a well recognised and evidence based profession that encompasses a holistic and life-span approach to the provision of diagnostic, assessment and rehabilitation. The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) define osteopathy as a manner of detecting, treating, preventing and rehabilitating people with conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system, namely muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints, in a holistic and scientifically based way. This is a four-year, full-time scheme commencing each September. This degree will: provide you with the educational underpinnings and practical experiences to enable you to gain the skills and competences necessary to apply for registration with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) help develop self confidence show you how to apply knowledge for practice within a safe environment give you education and clinical experience within the associated osteopathic clinics promote evidence based practice, personal and professional development as well as an introduction to business management to prepare you for private practice

Lectures will help students to define the breadth and depth of understanding required. Student led seminars, structured reflection and experiential learning, coupled with the use of simulation for the structured rehearsal of clinical skills in the clinical skills laboratory, will enable students to develop self confidence and apply knowledge for practice within a safe environment. Additionally, all students will receive education and clinical experience within the associated osteopathic clinic, whereby students will gain experience in the application of their clinical skills with patients in a supervised manner. During the four year programme, all students will have a minimum of 1200 hours of clinical practice they require for registration with the GOsC. The clinical placements are included within the weekly timetable throughout the academic year from year one to the final year. *The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) has agreed to recognise the qualification Master of Osteopathy (M.Ost) awarded by the College of Human and Health Sciences at Swansea University, subject to approval by the Privy Council, as a recognised qualification for the registration and practice of Osteopathy.

The programme will contain the following modules that will explore the structure and function of the human body (to include psychology), relating this to clinical presentation and osteopathic principles: Anatomy, Pathophysiology and Therapeutics Osteopathic Skills Evidence Based Practice Personal and Professional Development Business Management Applied Psychology and Sociology/ Health Psychology Clinical Biomechanics and Imaging Pain Management Clinical Portfolio
The state-of-the-art facilities include a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories. Working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the College has recently opened the Aneurin Bevan Suite at Swansea. The set of 10, ultra-modern practice rooms creates an authentic clinical environment for health care disciplines including Audiology, Respiratory, Cardiology, Paramedic Science and Nursing. Each room is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to emulate clinical practice, providing an excellent opportunity for students to put textbook theory into practice and to gain confidence and experience in clinical environments. Innovative facilities and technology also feature at the Carmarthen campus. By working closely with local NHS Health Boards, the clinical practice facilities have been designed to function just like a real-life hospital or community setting.
This new course is a professional qualification and is a very
exciting development for the College of Human and Health Sciences. It will prepare students to be competent osteopaths who will be analytical, assertive, creative, safe, confident and decisive, embracing change as well as becoming consumers and users of research.
Ross Johnston, Course Director

The College of Human and Health Sciences has recently opened a set of fully functioning osteopathic clinic rooms. The Swansea University Osteopathic Clinic is staffed by a team of expert practitioners as well as osteopathic students in observing or supervised practice roles. The clinic is now open to staff, students and the general public. Please see: www.targetpain.co.uk for further details.
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Paramedic Science
Diploma in Higher Education (DIPHE) : Paramedic Science

The course offers a great balance between academic and practical

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: chhsadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 518531 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply directly to the College of Human and Health Sciences Admissions Office (see above).

For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above. These must include English/Welsh Language, Maths and Science. You will also require a minimum of two A levels (B or above); A level science would be considered an advantage.
based learning. Working with Paramedics on placement offers a real insight into the job, and is a thorough way to practice skills learnt in university. In fact, the most enjoyable part of the course is being on practical placements. Students are well accepted and I feel like part of the team. Having the level of responsibility and purpose on the course replicates a true working life.
Other qualifications such as BTEC National Diploma (MMM) or equivalent will also be considered. All applicants must be over 18, when the course commences. The College may be able to consider other qualifications that you may have, using Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL). Please contact us for further information.
Paramedic Science
Jack Wood, DipHE Paramedic Science
: 2 years full-time (45 weeks per year)
Paramedics are often the first of the emergency services to arrive at the scene of an accident. Regularly thrust into the middle of confused, chaotic, and dangerous situations, paramedics are educated to provide lifesaving support and trauma care to patients in the most challenging of environments, and to stabilise them for transport to hospital. Additionally, paramedics respond to patients with social needs and help these patients to either be moved to hospital or by offering interventions to enable people to remain in their own homes. By studying Paramedic Science at Swansea, you will gain a recognised qualification that enables you to be eligible to apply for registration with the Health Professionals Council (HPC) and to practise as a paramedic. This course will: teach you to become a paramedic prepare you for the dynamic, uncertain and unpredictable world of paramedic practice in a modernising health service provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills 126
Please note: the title Paramedic is protected by the Health Professions Order 2001. It is a legal requirement that anyone who wishes to practise using a title protected by the Health Professions Order 2001 is on the HPC register. For more information, please see the HPC website at: www.hpc-uk.org
advantage when applying but is not essential for acceptance onto this course. Swansea University will not provide you with this category of licence as part of the course.
to ensure your intellectual and professional development. Level One You will acquire a sound knowledge of the basic concepts of patient care, and will: develop knowledge of major body systems and related pathologies perform patient assessment and identify life-threatening conditions practise basic life support and defibrillation learn to interpret clinical observations in order to treat and manage patients learn about legal, ethical and professional principles develop reflective practice skills Level Two You will: further develop your knowledge of anatomy and physiology learn about the factors that influence health and illness practise advanced life support and paramedic interventions learn about the principles and relevance of research further develop reflective practice skills

The state-of-the-art facilities at our Swansea and Carmarthen campuses include a Clinical and Technical Skills Resource Centre, simulated clinical practice facilities, bioscience practice rooms, and specialised psychology laboratories.
How is the course structured?

A key feature of this course is the opportunity to spend 50% of your time gaining practical experience in a variety of placements throughout Wales, including Welsh Ambulance Services, NHS Trust facilities, clinical placements within the NHS in Wales, and within the community on board operational ambulances. The rest of your time will be spent at Swansea Universitys campus. Whilst on placement, you will treat patients under the supervision of a qualified practitioner and will be supported throughout by Practice Placement Educators. As a result, you gain invaluable experience of health care, as well as an unrivalled opportunity to practise and develop relevant skills. To utilise the wide range and types of ambulance placements, students can expect to experience clinical placements across Wales. This is a full-time, two-year course. Each year you will follow compulsory modules designed to provide you with both the theory and practical experience necessary
In addition to the basic means tested bursary, students can apply for a number of additional allowances if they meet specific criteria. These allowances provide support to disabled students and additional support for students with dependent adults and children. This information has been provided by Welsh Government, who control funding arrangements for students on NHS-funded courses in Wales. The University therefore cannot accept any responsibility for changes to this information. Details will be posted on the University web page as they become available. Students are advised also to access the National Leadership and Innovation Agency for Healthcare site: www.nliah.wales.nhs.uk You may also apply to your local education authority for a loan.

Any offer of a place will require: a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) enhanced police check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act) an Occupational Health Check all students are required to adhere with the College of Human and Health Sciences vaccination policy unless they are medically exempt a full UK drivers licence (Category B with a maximum of three penalty points) a provisional driving licence is not sufficient Any offer made will be subject and conditional to funding from the Welsh Government. Please note: the Ambulance Service in Wales requires its paramedics to hold a drivers licence that enables them to drive C1 category vehicles. A category C1 licence is therefore considered an

Precise information regarding the financial support available for students on this programme is still to be announced by Welsh Government. The information that we have at October 2011 includes the following: If you are a UK resident, have been resident in the UK for the last three years or have Leave to Remain then: there are no fees to pay new students will receive a non-means tested grant of 1,000 you are eligible to apply for a Means Tested Bursary of up to 4,395 you may be eligible for access to additional support in the form of a maintenance loan of up to 2,324 (1,811 in the final year of study)
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Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)

BA Single Honours L0V0 s Philosophy, Politics and Economics



A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent IB: 34 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you do not have A level in Economics and/or Mathematics you will, at Level 1, take different Economics and Quantitative Methods modules respectively, to equip you for further study of Economics in Level 2.
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Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)
s 3 year scheme
The ability to understand the foundations and application of philosophical, political and economic thought has rarely been more important. PPE provides an integrated induction into modern philosophy, politics and economics, from Platos Republic through to the latest crisis of global capitalism and economic turbulence. Swanseas PPE degree the first in Wales is designed to provide the analytical tools needed to deepen your understanding of the major traditions of political, economic and philosophical thought. This degree will: help you to develop an appreciation of economics and quantitative methods, and an understanding of the interrelationships of politics, philosophy and economics equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including international, central and local governance and politics, public service, business management, teaching, and the media
help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research
Quantitative Methods Statistics Micro/macroeconomic Theory Level Two You will take three compulsory foundational and integrating modules: Founders of Modern Philosophy: Descartes to Kant Intermediate Microeconomics Global Political Economy: from Mercantilism to Neoliberalism You will also choose options from a wide range of modules, which allow you to study particular aspects of politics, economics, and philosophy in greater depth. These include topics such as: British and American Government and Politics Anarchy and Order: Issues in World Politics Genocide History of Political Thought Moral Philosophy Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic Predicament Platos Republic Intermediate Macroeconomics Trade Development Economics Economics of the EU

A key feature of this innovative degree programme is the opportunity to examine and evaluate the major traditions of philosophical, political and economic thought, their emergence and subsequent evolution, and the crucial interactions and interrelationships between them. You will be taught mainly through lectures and small group seminars, and during Level Three you will have the opportunity to complete a dissertation or internship at the National Assembly of Wales.
Level Three Options include topics such as: Philosophy of the Social Sciences The Philosophy of Religion and Science Applied Philosophy Digital Philosophy Visions of Democracy Law, Justice, Authority and Society Globalisation Contemporary Security Studies The International Politics of Space Politics and International Development Contemporary Political Economy Advanced Economic Analysis Financial Economics Mathematical Economics Applied Economics International Trade Labour Economics Public Choice Monetary Policy Please note modules may be subject to change.
Studying PPE at Swansea has been an amazing experience. The
subject matter is diverse and interesting and whilst the workload can be heavy at times, the different perspective each subject teaches is invaluable. The three subjects interact and combine to give a deeper more complete understanding of issues in a unique way, which often leads PPE students to fresh and innovative opinions. The lecturers are genuinely passionate about their subject and are always happy to talk and help with any issues. The programme provides a great selection of modules to allow you to tailor it to your particular interests, if you are willing to work hard then PPE has a lot to offer, and Swansea is a great place to study it. The National Assembly internship option is unique to Swansea and absolutely priceless for any student considering a career in politics. The setting is fantastic with the stunning beach; unparalleled social life and the Gower just round the corner. I would recommend Swansea to anyone and PPE to anyone with a real interest in the interactivity of nations, power, people and resources.

Level One You will take a combination of compulsory and optional modules, which provide a solid foundation in: Philosophy Government and Electoral Politics International Politics

To help you to get the most from your degree, your progress will be monitored and evaluated using a variety of methods, including assessed essays, written examinations, teamwork, and presentations.
Joe Wilson, BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics
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Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL)

BA Single Honours VLM5 s Philosophy, Politics and Law

As part of my course I had the unique opportunity of taking an


A levels: AAB ABB or equivalent IB: 34 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL)
internship module working in the Welsh Assembly, which gave me a chance to see behind the scenes of Welsh politics; it was amazing and quite a revealing experience!
Jo Edwards, BA Politics
s 3 year scheme
The BA in PPL is based on, and has been developed from, Swanseas well-established degree in PPE, Philosophy, Politics and Economics. PPL develops the ability to understand the foundations and application of philosophical, political and legal thought to the problems of todays world. PPL provides an integrated induction into modern philosophy, politics and law, from Platos Republic through to the latest crisis of global capitalism and the challenge to protect Human Rights and Civil Liberties. Swanseas PPL degree one of only three in the UK is designed to provide the analytical tools needed to deepen your understanding of the major traditions of political, legal and philosophical thought. This degree will: help you to develop an appreciation of political thought and analysis; of the methods and the history of philosophy; of constitutional, criminal and EU law, and an understanding of the inter-relationships of politics, philosophy and law
equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including international, central and local governance and politics, public service, teaching, and the media help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research

Level One You will take six compulsory modules, which provide a solid foundation in: Philosophy Government and Electoral Politics International Politics Public Law European Union Law
Decision and Responsibility: The Tragic Predicament Platos Republic The Politics of the Middle East and South Asia Power Family Law UK Human Rights Law Legal Issues in Social Care and Social Work Level Three Options include topics such as: Philosophy of the Social Sciences The Philosophy of Religion and Science Applied Philosophy Digital Philosophy Visions of Democracy Law, Justice, Authority and Society Globalisation Contemporary Security Studies The International Politics of Space Politics and International Development Contemporary Political Economy Sociology of Law Public International Law Environmental Law UK Human Rights Law Family Law Terrorism: the legal response Anti-Social Behaviour: Law, Policy and Practice Sports Law
Please note modules may be subject to change.


A key feature of this innovative degree programme is the opportunity to examine and evaluate the major traditions of philosophical, political and legal thought, their emergence and subsequent evolution, and the crucial interactions and interrelationships between them. You will be taught mainly through lectures and small group seminars, and during Level Three you will have the opportunity to complete a dissertation on a topic of your choice, or an internship at the National Assembly of Wales.
Level Two You will take three compulsory foundational and integrating modules: Fundamental Issues in Moral Philosophy British Politics and Public Policy Criminal Law You will also choose options from a wide range of modules, which allow you to study particular aspects of politics, law, and philosophy in greater depth. These include topics such as: British and American Government and Politics Anarchy and Order: Issues in World Politics Genocide Global Political Economy: from Mercantilism to Neoliberalism History of Political Thought Founders of Modern Philosophy: Descartes to Kant Moral philosophy
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Physical Earth Science

College of Science
BSc Single Honours
FF86

s Physical Earth Science
The Geography course at Swansea gave me a head start in


A levels: ABB or equivalent, including at least one science subject. IB: 33 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Physical Earth Science
acquiring the skills necessary for both postgraduate study and a successful career in the geographical information industry. Many of the modules, such as environmental modelling, remote sensing and geographical information systems, teach a range of transferable skills suitable for todays technological workplace. Most importantly, the department provided an incredibly friendly and supportive environment in which to learn.
Will Tompkinson, BSc Geography (now working as a Graduate Research Scientist for Ordnance Survey)
s 3 year scheme
Physical Earth Science combines the study of landscape and natural environments in physical geography with aspects of geology to investigate the physical processes that shape our planet and the changes that have affected environments over timescales from centuries to hundreds of millions of years. This degree will: provide you with an understanding of the natural environment and how it has changed through time equip you with practical, numerical and computational skills that are valued by employers develop your essential transferable skills, such as team working, communication, problem-solving, presentation and analytical skills prepare you for a rewarding career in areas such as environmental management, conservation, local authorities, education, computing, or insurance risk assessment prepare you for postgraduate study in physical geography or Earth science

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical classes and field classes. You will explore a cutting-edge Earth-science topic for your final-year dissertation. We place a strong emphasis on fieldwork and our location allows easy access to a rich variety of environments, including the Gower Peninsula, the Brecon Beacons and west Wales, where you will undertake a three-day field course in Level Two. You will undertake an overseas field course in Level Two. Current destinations include Austria or Mallorca, the cost of which will be included in the tuition fee, or Vancouver, for which there is an additional, top-up charge. Optional modules in Levels Two and Three provide additional fieldwork opportunities in south and west Wales. Students contribute to the costs of fieldwork in optional modules. You can choose to undertake geological field research towards your Level Three dissertation in the Colorado Plateau, USA.
You will have access to subject-specific software through our personal computing laboratory. You will also benefit from a range of excellent laboratory and computer facilities, including a high-performance computer lab for processing and interpreting satellite Earth observation and GIS data; a stable isotope ratio mass spectrometer; a climatic test chamber; a laser particle sizer; a gas chromatograph; mineral magnetic characterisation equipment; and an automated organic carbon analyser.
Levels Two and Three Compulsory modules cover: Research Methods in Environmental Science Overseas Field Course Geological Record of Environmental Change (lectures and field classes) Approaches to Physical Geography Dissertation and Dissertation Support You will select optional modules from physical geography and geology. At present these include: Applied Hydrogeology Environmental Change Dangerous Earth: Understanding and Living with Natural Hazards Earth from Space: Monitoring Global Environmental Change Digital Mapping and Geographical Information Science (GIS) Plate Tectonics and Global Geophysics Reconstructing Quaternary Environments Climate of the Last 1,000 Years Climate Science and Policy Glaciology Humid Tropical Environments and Landscapes Environmental Modelling Geographical Research Frontiers Geographical Work Placement
You can choose to take modules through the medium of Welsh at each level.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework, practical work, fieldwork, and continuous assessment from tutorials. You will also complete a dissertation in Level Three.

Students taking 40 credits of Geography modules each year through the medium of Welsh are eligible to apply for scholarships worth 1,500 over three years.

Level One Modules provide a firm foundation in physical geography and geology: Earth in Action Earths Changing Face The Dynamic Earth History of the Earth Global Environmental Change Sustainability in a Fragile World Geographical Methods, Practical Study, Tutorials and Fieldwork Introduction to Practical Geology
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Physics
College of Science
BSc Single Honours F300 s Physics F302 u Physics with a year abroad F390 s Physics with Nanotechnology F3F5 s Physics with Particle Physics and
Cosmology F3C6 s Physics with Sports Science F341 s Theoretical Physics

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) BSc Joint Honours Physics and FG34 s Computer Science FG31 s Mathematics BSc with Integrated Foundation Year F301 u Physics
I chose the MPhys scheme

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/physics Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: scienceadmissions@swansea. ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295720 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

MPhys A levels: AAB or equivalent to include Physics and Mathematics IB: 34 (at least 4 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206
BSc with Integrated Foundation Year This course is appropriate for students who do not have the necessary qualifications to enter directly on a BSc programme For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 You will normally need A level Physics and Mathematics. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Physics
because I was keen to maximise my chances of gaining employment as a physicist. Since graduating, I have been fortunate enough to gain a place in British Nuclear Fuels graduate training scheme.
MPhys Single Honours F303 u Physics F340 u Theoretical Physics F304 l Physics with a year abroad s 3 year scheme u 4 year scheme l 5 year scheme
Sharon Bean, MPhys
BSc A levels: ABB IB: 33 (at least 5 in Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206
Physicists seek to answer the big questions: Can the conditions that existed a few billionths of a second after the Big Bang be recreated in the lab? How do fundamental constituents of matter such as quarks and leptons interact? How did the Universe begin? How can we create and harness anti-matter? And can we understand what space and time are made of? In doing so, physicists have changed the way we live. Their work has led to the development of new technologies and devices, including many things we now take for granted, such as mobile phones, MRI scanners and even the World Wide Web! A Physics degree will: prepare you for a wide variety of rewarding careers: from nuclear science, meteorology and medical physics, to finance, engineering and oceanography train you to use state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to investigate complex scientific problems provide you with transferable skills, such as team working, communication, presentation, and excellent problem-solving skills, analytically and computationally

You will be taught through lectures, laboratory work, examples classes, and weekly small group problem classes. Teaching is supported by well-equipped laboratories, with facilities including the positron laboratory, scanning tunnelling microscopes, a remotely accessible telescope facility, and access to supercomputers. Members of our teaching staff are internationally renowned and have previously worked at prominent institutions such as CERN, Princeton Institute for Advanced Studies, MIT and Havard.
Level Two Statistical and Thermal Physics Introduction to Physics Simulation Quantum Mechanics I Mathematical Methods in Physics I and II Condensed Matter Physics I Laboratory Physics and Group Projects A and B Electromagnetism and Special Relativity I Electromagnetism II Particle Physics I Foundations of Astrophysics Probing the Nanoscale/ Nanotechnology One option module from Mathematics/ Computer Science Level Three Quantum Mechanics II Atomic Physics I Condensed Matter Physics II Project Option Experiments Theoretical Physics Project Foundations of Astrophysics Gravitational Physics Cosmology Atomic Physics and Quantum Optics II Particle Physics II Frontiers of Nuclear Physics Climate Physics Introductory Modelling of Physical Systems
Mathematical Methods in Physics III Nanotechnology Quantum Devices and Characterisation One option module from Mathematics

We have state-of-the-art equipment and research expertise, adding immense value to your undergraduate teaching and learning experience. Facilities include: Scanning probe microscopy (SPM) systems Scanning near-field optical microscopy (SNOM) systems Laser spectroscopy systems based upon fluorescence and Raman spectroscopy epi-fluorescence microscopy setups Research-grade biological atomic force microscopes (AFM) Beowulf computer cluster, with 130 CPU cores connected by a low-latency infiniband network 16 inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with imaging and spectroscopic capabilities Opportunities to complete a research project at CERN for final year MPhys students As a result of our interdisciplinary research programme project students also have access to, for instance, biological sample preparation facilities on campus.

You may be eligible for a Scholarship worth 500 per year of study (and rising to 1,000 for the fourth year of the MPhys programme). Please contact us for further information.
Level M (MPhys) Quantum Field Theory Applications of Quantum Physics Modern Laser Systems Atomic Physics and Quantum Optics III Statistical Mechanics Particle Physics and Cosmology Quantum Information Processing Research Project* Theoretical Research Project* *The research project will be carried out within one of our research groups in the Department or at an approved external place, such as CERN, Geneva.

A range of modules is available, including: Level One Dynamics I and II Introduction to Astronomy and Cosmology Matter and Fields I and II Wave and Optics The Quantum World Quantitative Methods in Physics Laboratory Physics I Calculus for Physicists Mathematics for Scientists II Algebra for Physicists

Your progress is monitored by a variety of methods, including examinations, continuous assessment, laboratory work and research projects.
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Political Communication Politics and Media Studies

BA Single Honours L220 s BA Political Communication


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/artsandhumanities Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: ahadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 606980 / 606981 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Political Communication Politics and Media Studies
s 3 year scheme
Do you look at todays media culture and wonder what lies beyond the hype? Are we inevitably prey to spin doctors in modern party politics? Do newspaper editors really control our democracy? How can political parties communicate their ideas and policies better to increasingly sceptical electorates? How do authoritarian regimes use state television, radio and newspapers to manipulate public opinion? How can we tell what is true and what is propaganda? What role has new media played in recent protests from the anti-fuel tax protest in Britain in 2001 to the uprising in Egypt in 2011? If these questions interest you then you interest us. Our dedicated Political and Cultural Studies staff are experts who specialise in politics, media and political communication.We are active researchers known across the world and we teach an exciting range of topics that cover a wide range of subjects. We can take you on a journey of self-discovery, exposing your mind to new ways of thinking and equipping you with the skills that will enhance your employment opportunities when you graduate. Follow your interest in media and politics and take a degree that is relevant to the way we live today.
This degree will: equip you with the skills relevant for a career in fields such as politics, media and communication help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research

Level One What is Politics and International Relations? Politics and the People Introduction to Media Studies War and Peace in the Nuclear Age Levels Two and Three The State and Political Institutions Anarchy and Order (Issues in World Politics) Digital War The Empire Strikes Back Genocide British Politics and Public Policy The Politics of New Media Media Policy and Regulation History of Political Thought Media Theory International Political Economy
In the final year students also have the option of writing a specialised supervised dissertation on a topic of their choice. They also get the chance to take our unique and popular teamwork module, Researching Politics, which includes political communication options. In this module students work together on a specialised topic and learn how to write reports, manage meetings and deliver high-level public presentations.
I chose my course at Swansea because it was one of the few
universities that offered an integrated politics, media and political communication degree. As part of the degree I also took the internship module working in the Welsh Assembly, which changed my life. Not only did it give me the chance to see behind the scenes at how politicians worked and how they got their message out to the public, but it enabled me to draw on the knowledge and skills I had learned at university and use them in the real world. Four years later I can certainly say that studying Political Communication gave me a solid grounding in both politics and media studies. It also set me up for a career actually working in public life as a political researcher and communications advisor.

To help you get the most from your degree, your progress will be monitored and evaluated using a variety of methods, including assessed essays, written examinations, teamwork, and presentations.

A key feature of this course is the opportunity to undertake comprehensive study of the key concepts and issues that will help you make sense of media and politics.
Neil Ronconi-Woollard, BA Political Communication, Communications Officer and Researcher, National Assembly for Wales
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Politics and International Relations

BA Single Honours L254 s International Relations L2RD u International Relations (with French) L2R2 u International Relations (with
German) L2R3 u International Relations (with Italian) L2R4 u International Relations (with Spanish) L2Q5 Q International Relations (with Welsh) L220 s Political Communication (Politics and Media Studies) L200 s Politics

BA Joint Honours International Relations and LT2R u American Studies LV2C s Modern History
BA Joint Honours Politics and LT27 s American Studies TL72 u American Studies VL12 s Ancient History LL12 s Economics LQ23 s English Literature LR21 u French LR22 u German LV21 s History LR23 u Italian VL32 s Social History LL42 s Social Policy LR24 u Spanish LQF5 Q Welsh LLB Joint Honours LM21 s Politics and Law


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Politics and International Relations
Politics is not just about studying government institutions and international relationships. It is a discipline that has explored different visions for a more just society for thousands of years, and yet still addresses some of todays most pressing challenges. Politics and International Relations at Swansea University investigates issues such as genocide, financial crises, the role of the US, and the future of political devolution. It asks where threats to our society come from, and whether we can prevent them. These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a rewarding career in a range of diverse fields, including civil and intelligence services, local and national government, management, finance, teaching, and journalism help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide you with the methodological skills and approaches necessary for postgraduate study and academic research

A key feature of these courses is the opportunity to engage in complex, problem-solving research that explores where power lies, and how it is used at the local, national and global levels. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and small group discussions. As you progress, you will undertake more independent and in-depth study on your own and as part of a group. During Level Three, you will have the chance to participate in our successful and innovative National Assembly for Wales Internship Scheme, and also to complete a supervised dissertation on a specialist subject of particular interest to you.
British Politics and Public Policy: from New Liberalism to New Labour The Empire Strikes Back: The Threat and Use of Military Force Founders of Modern Philosophy Extended Essay (Politics) Political Communication Global Political Economy Level Three Dissertation The National Assembly for Wales Internship Researching Politics I and II Drug War USA: The Politics of Prohibition The American Presidency: Leadership and Power The International Politics of Space Contemporary Security Media Policy and Regulation New Screen Technologies Contemporary Political Economy Politics and International Development Political and Cultural Studies Internship Visions of Democracy Globalisation Quantitative Approaches to Political and Social Analysis

My decision to study International Relations at Swansea University
was one of the best decisions of my life. The subject has enabled me to explore the world in which we live and understand the most important issues in global affairs. From the causes of conflict to solutions for peace, the opportunities for exploration within this degree programme are endless. The compulsory modules studied within the first two years of the course provided me with a substantial knowledge base on critical international issues both in theory and practice. These foundations enabled me to develop my own particular interests which I have had the opportunity to specialise in during my final year. A variety of teaching techniques are employed throughout the course enabling the development of a valuable skill set to facilitate a more independent study approach at level three. The course is delivered by leading academics in the field, all of whom are both approachable and readily prepared to provide assistance, if or when required. I feel empowered to follow any path of my choosing but I do believe that because of the opportunities afforded to me within this degree programme, I will choose to remain within the International Relations discipline.

Level One What is Politics and IR? War and Peace in the Nuclear Age Politics and the People Level Two History of Political Thought Anarchy and Order: Issues in World Politics Genocide The State and Political Institutions
Joanna Halbert, BA International Relations
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Psychology
BSc Single Honours C800 s Psychology

I studied Psychology at Swansea University from 2001-2004. The

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ healthandhumansciences Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: psychology.admissions@ swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295278 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: AAB IB: 34 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 It is not essential to have studied Psychology at A level. For applicants offering the following subjects at A Level: Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, the typical offer will be ABB.
undergraduate degree definitely gave me a solid grounding in psychological theory, covering a broad range of topics over the three years. Studying Psychology at Swansea suited my needs perfectly; good quality teaching from experienced, knowledgeable and approachable academic staff within the friendly, laid-back setting of Swansea University. I then completed an MSc in Clinical and Abnormal Psychology at Swansea in 2005. Im now in my third year of Clinical Psychology doctoral training at Oxford University. I will always look back on my time at Swansea with huge fondness, having had some fantastic years there and making many great friends for life.
GCSE Mathematics at grade C or above is also required. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Psychology
s 3 year scheme
Chris James, BSc Psychology 2004
Unlocking the secrets of the human mind is one of modern sciences greatest challenges. Psychology, the study of human behaviour, helps us to make sense of how we understand the world, what makes us laugh or cry, why we are conscious, and why we make the choices we do. The Psychology degree is validated by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and confers eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS and for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). The latter is the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.* The degree will: equip you with skills relevant to careers in a wide variety of roles, including teaching, nursing, personnel management, and consultancy prepare you for postgraduate study or research provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills
If you wish to practise as a psychologist in areas such as Clinical, Educational, Forensic, or Occupational Psychology, you will need to undertake further study at postgraduate or Doctoral level.

Level One Core modules include: Cognitive Psychology Social and Developmental Psychology Biological Psychology Individual and Abnormal Psychology Statistics and Experimental Psychology Study Skills for Psychology
Level Three Students can choose five modules from an extensive list of optional modules. These modules may vary from year to year, but current modules include: Applied Behaviour Analysis Drugs and Behaviour Eating Behaviour Evolutionary Psychology Health Psychology Issues in Cognitive Neuroscience Neuropsychology Practical Aspects of Memory Psychopathology Sleep and Dreaming Work Psychology Dissertation

You will benefit from state-of-the-art technology, with 20 general purpose research rooms and several specialised laboratories that include: an EMG/ECG psychophysiological measurement laboratory a social observation laboratory with multi-camera, multi-monitor equipment a sleep laboratory with two bedrooms. a cognitive science laboratory a perception laboratory an EEG laboratory an eye movement tracker laboratory The College also has extensive facilities for the computerised collection of experimental data.

At Level One, you will be assessed by a multiple-choice and short answer examination, a statistics examination, and course essays. You will also be asked to write a series of reports about the experimental work that you carry out. At Levels Two and Three, you will be assessed by a combination of written examinations and coursework. Again, reports of research work will be an integral part of your assessment.

You will be taught using a variety of methods, including lectures, small group work (tutorials), projects, assignments and practical laboratory-based work. We place particular emphasis on student participation and interaction, which encourages you to make connections between the key ideas discussed in different modules. Practical classes during Levels One and Two will teach you to design, plan and carry out experiments, write practical reports, and carry out statistical analysis. These classes are ideal preparation for the Level Three project.
Level One modules are compulsory and provide a general opening to the subject. Modules offer a basic framework for the theoretical and experimental study of Psychology and its applications. Level Two Memory, Attention and Learning Perception, Thinking and Reasoning Social Psychology Language and Lifespan Development Brain and Behaviour Individual Differences Experimental Methods and Statistics Level Two modules are compulsory and follow up in greater depth the topics pursued at Level One, along with other topics.
You will also undertake a compulsory supervised research project. *On condition that a minimum of a Second Class Honours Degree, Division Two is achieved. Psychology BSc (Hons) with a Year Abroad Students commencing studies on the three year BSc Psychology Programme, have the opportunity in their second year of study to apply to transfer to the four year Psychology with a Year Abroad Programme.
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Social Policy
BSc Single Honours L400 s Social Policy BA Joint Honours Social Policy and LL42 s Politics BSc Joint Honours Social Policy and MLF4 s Criminology LL41 s Economics LV43 s Social History

After losing part of my sight and becoming a mother, I wanted to do

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences/ undergraduate/socialpolicy Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: j.croxall@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 606726 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 A levels in literary subjects such as English, History, Politics, Geography, Sociology, Law and Psychology are desirable, but not essential. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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something for myself and achieve my own goals. Since I started university two years ago, my self-confidence has grown, and I thoroughly enjoy learning new topics, which affect everybody, everyday. Swansea has definitely fulfilled my expectations.
Carly Burgess, BSc Social Policy, Swansea University
s 3 year scheme
Social Policy is both an academic subject and an applied field. It helps us address todays most pressing social challenges by providing an understanding of how and why societies change, and how policies are put in place to respond to these changes. Social Policy explores issues such as social citizenship rights, questions of equality and fairness, what we should consider as basic human needs and how, and by whom, these should be met. It also provides critical perspectives to issues such as crime, poverty, gender and health inequalities, and assesses the impact of each of these on individuals and society as a whole. Our undergraduate programme will introduce you to these issues and questions, and will encourage you to develop critical approaches to seeing how governments and other institutions respond to changing social needs in an increasingly global context. The programme brings both a national and international focus to Social Policy by keeping pace with the ways in which globalisation, social movements, the European Union and devolved administrations in the UK are shaping our policies both in Wales and beyond.
Undertaking a Social Policy degree at Swansea will: help you develop: a critical awareness of welfare state transformations an in-depth knowledge of different aspects of welfare such as health and social care, social security, housing, crime, ageing and citizenship an understanding of the field from theoretical and applied perspectives an awareness of international and comparative perspectives to social welfare provide you with: knowledge and skills relevant to careers in public service, including local and central government, the criminal justice system, voluntary organisations and the private sector equip you for: further professional and vocational training in fields such as law, teaching, housing management, health and social services, advocacy or volunteer work prepare you for: postgraduate study or research towards an academic career
teach you: a range of key transferable skills, including analytical and critical thinking, problem-solving, independent study and team working as well as written, presentation and other communication skills

To complete your degree, you will need to achieve 120 credits at each level. Level One Modules compulsory for Single and Joint Honours Introduction to Social Policy I: Social Problems Introduction to Social Policy II: The Modern Era Study Skills in Criminology and Social Policy An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System Modules compulsory for Single Honours Welfare Provisions: Our Victorian Legacy Concepts, Ideas and Ideologies in Social Policy: an Introduction Other modules Criminology, Crime and Society Introduction to Law Victims and Victimology The Criminological Imagination
You will also be able to choose elective modules available to first year students from a range of programmes across the University. Level Two (compulsory modules for Single Honours) Models of Social Policy Comparative Approaches to Welfare States Level Three (compulsory modules for Single Honours) Principles of Social Policy Dissertation in Social Policy During Levels Two and Three you can also choose from a range of elective Social Policy modules to achieve 120 credits at each level, including: Disability Policy Health Policy Family Policy Equality, Diversity and Citizenship Social Policy in Europe Housing Policy Social Security Policy: State Responses to Financial Need
You will also have the option of choosing from elective Criminology modules, including: The Causes of Crime Sexual Crimes Crime, Drugs and Alcohol Discrimination, Oppression, Crime and the Media

The Programme offers you the opportunity to complete either a Single Honours in Social Policy or a Joint Honours with other subjects at Swansea including, Criminology. Each degree offers modules combining training in critical analysis and basic research skills with the study of contemporary welfare issues. You will be taught through a variety of methods, including lectures, workshop groups, surgeries and one-to-one sessions. You will also benefit from our strong links with professionals in the health, social services, housing and voluntary sectors who often contribute to our Programme as guest lecturers. If you choose a Joint Honours degree, you will normally take 50% of your modules in Social Policy and 50% in the other subject. More detailed information about our degree courses is available our website.

Your progress will be monitored through a combination of coursework (essays and projects), assignments and examinations. During Level Three, you have the opportunity to complete a Social Policy dissertation of around 10,000 words on a social issue or policy-related topic of your choice.
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Social Work
BSc Single Honours L500 s Social Work

What I enjoyed most about the course is the depth of knowledge

Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/ humanandhealthsciences and read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ document). Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: swadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 602942 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BCC IB: 28 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. It is a requirement that, at the point of application, applicants hold a C grade or above at GCSE level in English or Welsh and Maths (or the equivalent, for
example, Key Skills 2: Communication and Application to Number). In addition, a referee will need to confirm that you have achieved a minimum of 210 hours relevant social care work experience at the point of application. Your personal skills and your potential to meet the demands of the course will be appraised during a selection interview. Offers of a place on the programme can only be made when you have successfully registered with the Care Council for Wales as a student social worker. This involves a personal statement incorporating a CRB check and health disclosure.
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Social Work
delivered in lectures and the opportunity to receive practice information from visiting speakers who work in the field.
Alun John Rees, BSc Social Work Social Worker, Pembrokeshire County Council
s 3 year scheme
Social work is about supporting the social development of individuals, groups and local communities. Human rights and social justice are two key principles which underpin social work. Social workers often work in multi-disciplinary teams alongside health and education professionals. This degree will: provide you with a professional qualification recognised in both Wales and England enable you to register as a social worker with the Care Council for Wales train you to work in the different areas of social work in the public and voluntary sectors provide you with transferable problemsolving and analytical skills

The degree in Social Work is a three-year scheme. Practice is an important part of the programme with 50% of the course being spent in the University and 50% being spent in practice with social work agencies in a variety of settings. All students must have reached the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) standard during the first year of study on their course. You will be taught through a variety of teaching and learning methods, including lectures, seminars and tutorials. During Level One, you will acquire knowledge that is relevant to practising social work and will undertake a short placement of 20 days. In Levels Two and Three academic studies are complemented by two 90-day practice placements in social care agencies, where you will be supervised and assessed by qualified staff.

Level One The Context of Contemporary Social Work Social Work Services in a Diverse Society Understanding Information: Using, Researching and Recording Social Work Knowledge Human Growth and Development Introduction to Social Work Law Social Work in Practice I Practice Learning I Level Two Theories and Methods in Social Work Practice Social Work in Practice II Practice Learning II Legal Issues in Social Care and Social Work Level Three Critical Practice in Child Care Critical Practice in Adult Community Care Practice Placement III Applying Knowledge to Enhance Practice

You will be assessed through a combination of essays, class presentations, reflective journals, and portfolio work.

You may be eligible for a bursary towards your tuition fees. Please contact the Care Council for Wales and student finance Wales for further information.
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Spanish Hispanic Studies

BA Single Honours R410 u Spanish R4N1 u Spanish (with Business Studies) R4G4 u Spanish (with Computer Studies) R4M9 u Spanish (with Legal Studies) BA Joint Honours Spanish and TR74 u American Studies VR14 u Ancient History QR84 u Classical Civilisation LR14 u Economics QRJ4 u English Language Studies QRH4 u English Language Studies
(with Business Studies) QR34 u English Literature RR14 u French RRC4 u French (with Business Studies) RRD4 RR41 LR74 RR24 RRF4 RRG4 RR42 RV41 RR34 RRH4 RRJ4 RR43 QR64 PR34 RVK1 LR24 RX43

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u u u u
Welsh Welsh (with Business Studies) Welsh (with Computer Studies) Welsh (with Legal Studies)
u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u u
French (with Computer Studies) French (with Legal Studies) Geography German German (with Business Studies) German (with Computer Studies) German (with Legal Studies) History Italian Italian (with Business Studies) Italian (with Computer Studies) Italian (with Legal Studies) Latin Media Studies Medieval Studies Politics TEFL
QR54 RQ45 RQK5 RQL5


A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 If you have A level Spanish, or AS level Spanish at grades A or B, you can apply to study at an advanced level. If you do not have these qualifications, but do have an A level or AS level in another modern language, you may be able to follow Spanish at a beginners level.
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Spanish Hispanic Studies
BSc Joint Honours Spanish and GR14 u Mathematics LLB Joint Honours MR14 u Spanish and Law
u 4 year scheme
Spanish is spoken by over 350 million native speakers around the world and is becoming even more important as the developing economies of Latin America gain strength and prominence. It is the language of Dal and Picasso, Cortez and Cervantes, of Nobel Laureates Gabriel Garca Mrquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, and of Antonio Banderas and Penelope Cruz. Spanish is an official language in 21 countries. Our degrees enable you to explore an exciting and extensive range of language and cultural subjects. These degrees will: equip you with the language skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including translation, interpreting, and teaching prepare you for international sales, marketing, and management positions with multinational organisations give you valuable experience of another culture and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, and presentation skills

You can choose from a wide range of modules, including: Level One Spanish Advanced Language orSpanish Beginners Language Introduction to Hispanic Culture Modern European Fiction: Texts and Contexts Metamorphoses and Adaptations: Contemporary European Film Level Two Spanish General Language (Advanced/ Intermediate) Translation Workshop The Evolution of the Spanish Language Barcelona / Buenos Aires European Fascisms Level Three Spanish General Language Love, Honour and Identity in Hispanic Theatre and Film Hispanic Identities Dissertation (Single Honours students and LLB candidates)

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed using a variety of methods, including assessed essays, dissertations, and oral and written examinations.
I came to Swansea already speaking Spanish, so being able to
take another language from beginners level was very motivating. During my degree I was also fortunate enough to find a placement in Chile and live with three different Chilean families. This year inspired me so much and made me think about things that wouldnt have crossed my mind before. I entered Swansea University through one door but the amount of doors Swansea University has opened for me and that it continues to open is unimaginable.

A key feature of these degrees is the opportunity to study modules on a wide variety of aspects of society and culture in Spanish-speaking countries in Europe and Latin America. Language classes are taught in small groups, and cultural modules are delivered through a combination of lectures and interactive classes, fully supported by a variety of online learning tools, DVD and Internet materials, and our well-equipped language and computer laboratories. Between Levels Two and Three you will normally spend a year in a Spanishspeaking country, either as a student on one of our established exchange agreements with Spanish universities, or as an English language assistant in a Spanish or Latin American school on the British Councils assistantship programme. Alternatively, you may wish to complete a work placement in a Spanish-speaking country.
Vicki Jade Stevenson, BA Spanish and TEFL
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Sports Science
BSc Single Honours C600 s Sports Science BSc Joint Honours Sports Science and GC16 s Mathematics HND
006C ; Sports Science* * Franchised to, and taught at Gower College Swansea.


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/sport Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: sportsscience@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295514 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: Typically BBB or equivalent, including at least one science subject, although other subjects are considered, eg Psychology and PE with higher entry requirements, typically ABB IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206
You will also need at least five GCSE passes, including Maths and English. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website. To study for the HND you will need the equivalent of a pass in one A level and four GCSE passes (including Maths and English). For the BSc Sports Science, you will typically need three A levels at grades BBB or equivalent, including at least one science subject.
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Sports Science
; 2 year scheme s 3 year scheme
Sports Scientists help athletes to maximise their performance; to be fitter, faster, stronger and mentally prepared. They embrace science, technology, and medicine to help teams and individuals gain a competitive edge over their rivals, and their expertise is increasingly in demand in both exercise settings (e.g. cardiac rehabilitation) and highperformance sport. Sports Science at Swansea is a professionally relevant programme, which studies the factors that influence participation and performance in sport and exercise. Staff within Sports Science are all research-active and have excellent industrial links within sport and exercise science. These degrees will: train you for a career as a sport and exercise scientist provide other rewarding career opportunities in roles as diverse as strength and conditioning, sports coaching, teaching and lecturing, health promotion, and postgraduate study provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

A key feature of this course is the opportunity to explore the theory and practice of Sports Science through practical sporting activity and stimulating laboratory work. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, group work, and tutorials, as well as laboratory practicals covering anthropometry, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and motion analysis. The HND in Sports Science is a two-year course franchised to Gower College Swansea. It provides a stand-alone Higher Education qualification, as well as the opportunity for students to progress onto the BSc Sports Science course. If you choose the HND programme, you will become a student of Swansea University and will be eligible to play for our sports teams.

Level One Engineering Skills Introduction to Biomechanics Human Physiology Human Neuromusculoskeletal System Sports Psychology I Exercise Metabolism Fitness Training for Sport Coaching Science Research Methods in Sports Science Sports Ethics Level Two Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement Human Nutrition Sport Psychology II Exercise Physiology Kinanthropometry Coaching Science II Research Methods in Sports Science II Level Three Dissertation Sports Biomechanics Sport, Diet and Disease Sport Psychology III Sport and Exercise Physiology Coaching Science

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, assignments and a dissertation.
The academic pathway I chose enabled me to develop my
knowledge in Exercise Physiology, Performance/Notational Analysis, Kinanthropometry and Sports Nutrition, and these are areas that I need to use on a daily basis. I found the lecturers were very approachable and they gave me advice and information on my interest in Strength and Conditioning and also helped me gain practical experience (a placement with Ospreys Rugby). My three years at Swansea were incredible and undoubtedly helped me get to where I am today.

Each year the University offers students with outstanding talent an Undergraduate Sporting Entrance Scholarship. Please see page 201 for further information.
Eamon Swift, BSc Sports Science Head Sport Scientist with West Ham United
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Sports Science and Engineering

BEng Single Honours CH61 s Sports Science and Engineering MEng Single Honours CH6C u Sports Science and Engineering
95% of Engineering graduates and 96% of

Sports Science graduates in full-time employment

BEng A levels: ABB or equivalent, including Mathematics and a Physical Science IB: 33 (including 4 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 MEng A levels: ABB or equivalent, including Mathematics and a Physical Science IB: 33 (including 4 at HL Mathematics) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.t

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Sports Science and Engineering
Olympic games stretch human strength and endurance.
Understanding fundamentals of Sports Science and applying Engineering knowledge can help athletes go further.
Dr Ransing, Admissions Tutor
From professional football and rugby to international swimming and the Olympics, the modern sporting environment demands more from athletes than ever before. As the limits of human strength and endurance are stretched and tested, Sports Scientists and Engineers are increasingly central to helping athletes achieve sporting success. Sports Science and Engineering is the application of key principles to sporting challenges. This new degree scheme is designed to develop your core knowledge in design, mechanical and structural analysis, materials and computational modelling. It also provides insight in physiology, biomechanics, psychology, exercise and sports science. This degree will: give you the technical knowledge and experience required for a successful career in the fields of sports and exercise physiology, sports biomechanics, human nutrition and psychology, engineering design and analysis and sports engineering introduce you to modern techniques in computational problem solving and presentation
equip you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills prepare you for postgraduate or doctoral study, or academic research This programme also gives you the best of both worlds as you will interact with students on the MEng and BEng Mechanical and Product Design Engineering programme. You will also share enthusiasm and sporting challenges with students on the BSc in Sports Science programme.
of the sports science biomechanics and physiology modules is spent undertaking laboratory work. Level Three is designed to broaden your skills in, and knowledge of, engineering management, computer-aided design with further understanding of biomechanics, psychology, human nutrition and physiology. You will gain experience of state-of-the-art 3D scanning and rapid prototyping equipment to assist the design process. In the final year project, you will apply your engineering skills to a sports related project. The MEng is a four-year programme, with the first three years identical to the BEng degree. At Level Four, you will broaden and deepen your knowledge of key themes, including: biomechanics, exercise and sport physiology, computational intelligence and data analysis, finite element analysis and computer modelling, design project and management and entrepreneurship. Please note, opportunities to transfer from the BEng to MEng programme are available after end of Level Two.

Level One Fluid Mechanics I Engineering Design I Engineering Skills Strength of Materials Engineering Analysis I and II Introduction to Biomechanics Human Physiology Instrumentation and Control Design and Laboratory Classes I Human Neuromusculoskeletal Systems Level Two Anthropometry Heat Transfers Engineering Mechanics Dynamics I Stress Analysis I Instrumentation Measurement and Control Computer-Aided Engineering Engineering Design II Human Neuromusculoskeletal Systems Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement Exercise Physiology
Level Three Polymers, Materials and Processing Computer-Aided Product Design Engineering Management Individual Project Exercise Physiology Sports Biomechanics Sports Injuries Level Four (MEng only) Computational Intelligence in Engineering Group Project Research Dissertation Entrepreneurship for Engineers Finite Element Computational Analysis Physiological measurement and analysis Simulation based product design Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement

Each year the University offers students with outstanding talent an Undergraduate Sporting Entrance Scholarship. Please see page 201 for further information.

The BEng is a three-year programme that integrates lectures, tutorials, practical laboratory work, design assignments and computer-assisted learning to provide training in key aspects of engineering and science. At Levels One and Two, you will gain a thorough appreciation of design, mechanics, instrumentation and control, materials, engineering analysis, physiology and biomechanics, anthropometry, exercise metabolism, human neuromusculoskeletal systems and sports psychology. A significant proportion

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed by a variety of methods, including written and practical examinations, assignments and a dissertation.
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

BA Joint Honours TEFL and QX33 s English Language Studies QXH3 s English Literature RX13 u French RX23 u German RX33 u Italian RX43 u Spanish QX53 Q Welsh

The possibilities and opportunities that a degree in TEFL offer


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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
are endless. It really does open up the world for you when you are qualified.
Joyce Jones, BA TEFL and English
TEFL teaching people whose first language is not English to communicate in English opens doors to a variety of rewarding careers around the world. Demand for TEFL teachers is growing rapidly as more and more international language schools seek qualified tutors. Swansea offers a range of Joint Honours degrees that allow you to study TEFL with another language, or English Language or Literature. For details of the Single Honours degrees, please see the entry for English Language Studies on page 72. These degrees will: equip you with skills relevant for a career in teaching English (or any language) as a foreign language, in the UK or overseas give you an advanced knowledge of how language works and the most effective approaches to the teaching of English provide a platform for postgraduate study in TEFL or other teaching-related field help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

During Level One, you will develop a command of the basic methods, principles and vocabulary for describing, analysing and interpreting language and language use. At Level Two, you will follow modules in TEFL and will choose from a range of modules covering themes such as psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics and discourse analysis. Your knowledge and understanding of language use will be developed and applied to more specialised levels. If you choose a Joint Honours degree that combines TEFL with a foreign language, you will usually gain valuable teaching experience during a year abroad between Levels Two and Three. During Level Three you will be encouraged to undertake more independent and specialised work, giving you the opportunity to explore the topics of most interest to you.

Level One Study Skills for Language Describing Language Language of Everyday Life Studying the English Language Level Two Teaching English as a Foreign Language Language Teaching Methods and Methodologies Pyscholinguistics Discourse Analysis Corpa and Concordancing Studying Dialects Level Three First Language Acquisition Second Language Acquisition Language in the Media Research Project

Assessment for most modules is by a combination of assignments and examinations. As you progress through your degree programme, more emphasis is put on coursework.
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Translation
BA Single Honours Q910 u Translation


Visit our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/artsandhumanities Contact the Admissions Tutor: Email: ahadmissions@swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 606980 / 606981 Visit the University: See page 204 for details of our Open Days How to apply: You can apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk see pages 204 to 209 for further information

A levels: BBB or equivalent IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 In accordance with European professional standards, the minimal linguistic qualifications of a translator are, apart from the first language, an excellent proficiency in a second language and a good proficiency in a third language. If you have a UK
qualification, English is normally your first language so you will need an A level in French, German, Italian, Spanish or Welsh as your second language. You can start a new language from the five offered, without prior knowledge, for your third language. Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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UCAS Codes
Translation
u 4 year scheme
The global demand for translation services is growing rapidly as companies, institutions, and people around the world increasingly expect to buy goods and use services localised into their own language. Translators work in a wide variety of environments. They can be home-based freelancers, in-house translators with established agencies, or work in the translation departments of large companies or organisations, such as the European Union with its 23 official languages. The BA in Translation at Swansea University provides high level linguistic training in two languages and gives you vocational expertise in the theory and practice of translation. This degree will: train you for a career in the thriving job market for qualified translators equip you with the language competence to cover two language pairs, and the skills and insight expected of professional translators give you a foundation for postgraduate study that further develops your translating and interpreting skills
work placement during one of the two semesters you spend abroad. During Level Three, you will develop your translation skills to a professional standard, and will explore interpreting, terminology management, and machine translation, as well as the practical aspects of working as a professional translator. All our language modules and some academic modules are taught in the language you are studying. You will be taught in small groups and seminars, supported by multimedia, Internet materials, and practical exercises using up-to-date software packages used by professional translators.
Introduction to German Culture Introduction to Italian Culture Introduction to Hispanic Culture Level Two Introduction to the Theory of Translation Computer-Assisted Translation French General Language French for Professional Purposes Intermediate or Advanced German Language German Specialist Language Italian General Language Italian for Professional Purposes Intermediate or Advanced Spanish Specialist Language Translation Workshop European Fascisms Teaching English as a Foreign Language Level Three Words, Terms and Concepts Introduction to Interpreting Translation Work Experience French for Professional Purposes Translation Workshop (French-English, English-French) Specialist German Language III Italian Specialist Language Spanish Specialist Language Dissertation for Translation Studies

Your progress will be monitored using a combination of methods, including assessed essays and written examinations.

A key feature of this degree is the opportunity to study two language pairs made up of the two source languages you choose in addition to your native language. During Level One you will follow compulsory modules in each of your source languages. For the language(s) in which you have an A level, you will take modules that focus on topic-based work, grammar exercises, and oral practice, as well as specialist modules that develop your skills in translating technical material into English. If you are a beginner in one of your source languages, you will take two intensive language modules instead. You will normally complete a year abroad between Levels Two and Three. We encourage you to spend time in two countries and to take advantage of the agreements we have in place with some of Europes most renowned translation schools. You may be able to undertake a

Level One French General Language French Specialist Language German General Language Specialist German Language Italian General Language Italian Specialist Language Spanish General Language Specialist Spanish Language Welsh General Language Welsh Literature and Area Studies Study Skills for Language Introduction to French Culture
I graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Translation
having studied Italian and Russian. The course was very flexible and I studied literature, history, computerised translation techniques, linguistics and lexicography. I chose the BA Translation over a pure language degree as I felt it led more directly into a career and would increase my employability. I now have a successful translation business with a fellow graduate and in 2010 our company won an HSBC International Business Award. The decision to do the degree was truly the best I have ever made; it taught me to be professional and attentive in everything I do, and give me the confidence to go out and achieve my goals.
Rachel Bryan, Translation Studies 2009

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War and Society

BA Single Honours L252 s War and Society

War and Society is a very challenging yet rewarding course.


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War and Society
I have gained knowledge in History, Politics, Classics and American Studies. My time at Swansea has been brilliant; the University is very welcoming and staff are always on hand to help.
Rebecca Thomas, BA War and Society
s 3 year scheme
War has been the violent catalyst for change throughout human history, from the conflicts of the ancient world to those of the twenty-first century. It inflicts terrible suffering and degradation, yet also evokes and inspires great bravery and heroism. To understand an experience so complex and multifaceted, war must be analyzed in relation to the fullest possible range of political, social, cultural, technological, historical, military, and media contexts. War and Society at Swansea crosses traditional academic boundaries to explore war across the ages. It draws upon the Universitys strengths in American Studies, Ancient History, Classics, Egyptology, Politics and International Relations, as well as Literature and Media Studies.
This degree will: equip you with skills relevant for a career in fields as diverse as management, administration, teaching, journalism, and the armed forces help you to gain transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills provide a platform for postgraduate study

You can choose from a wide range of modules, including: Level One Theories of War Representations of War War and Warfare in the Modern World Level Two Digital War War and Warfare in the Ancient World The American Civil War The Algerian War War and Society in the Anglo-Norman World Genocide The Empire Strikes Back Level Three Drug War USA: Politics of Prohibition Contemporary Security The International Politics of Space Late Antiquity: The Transformation of the Roman World, AD 250-600 From Fascism to the Republic: Italy in the Second World War Memories of War Revolutionary America The Spanish Civil War Aftermaths of War

Your progress will be monitored through a combination of assessed coursework and written examinations.
I particularly enjoyed the wide variety of modules on offer for the
course, spanning the whole of history from ancient warfare right up to modern day warfare. The small number of people within the course itself allowed us to form a much more personal relationship with fellow students as well as with course tutors and the course director. The course also gave me the opportunity to undertake a one month internship programme in Oklahoma, with fellow students.

This degree gives you an unrivalled opportunity to develop your historical, political, and military understanding of war, and to explore its connection to society by considering how the experience of war has shaped cultural output. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, supported by a well-equipped multimedia library containing a wide selection of film and documentary material relevant to different modules.
Adam Barnes, BA War and Society, 201 0 (Currently pursuing a Research Masters in Military History at the University at Buckingham.)
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Welsh
BA Single Honours Q560 Q Welsh Q5N1 Q Welsh (with Business Studies) Q5G4 Q Welsh (with Computer Studies) Q5R1 u Welsh (with French)* Q5R2 u Welsh (with German)* Q5M9 Q Welsh (with Legal Studies) Q5R4 u Welsh (with Spanish)* BA Joint Honours Welsh and QT57 Q American Studies VQ15 Q Ancient History QQ85 Q Classical Civilisation LQ15 Q Economics QQ35 Q English language Studies QQH5 Q English Literature RQ15 u French
RR15 u RQC5 u RQD5 u LQ75 Q QR52 u RQ25 u RQG5 u RQF5 u QQ57 Q QV51 Q QRM3 u RQ35 u RQH5 u QR53 u QQ56 Q QP53 Q QVM1 Q LQF5 Q French (with Business Studies) French (with Computer Studies) French (with Legal Studies) Geography German German (with Business Studies) German (with Computer Studies) German (with Legal Studies) Greek History Italian Italian (with Business Studies) Italian (with Computer Studies) Italian (with Legal Studies) Latin Media Studies Medieval Studies Politics QR54 RQ45 RQK5 RQL5 QX53

or further study within six months of graduation. (HESA data 2009-10) u u u u Q
Spanish Spanish (with Business Studies) Spanish (with Computer Studies) Spanish (with Legal Studies) TEFL


A levels: BBB or equivalent, including Welsh IB: 32 Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Welsh
BSc Joint Honours Welsh and GQ15 Q Mathematics LLB Joint Honours MQ15 u Welsh and Law u 4 year scheme Q 3/4 year scheme
* Taught through the medium of Welsh
Welsh is one of Europes oldest languages. It is widely used in commerce, industry, education, and local government, and the ability to speak Welsh is increasingly seen as a valuable qualification by employers in Wales and beyond. By studying Welsh at Swansea, you will gain a valuable appreciation of the literary and historical traditions that Wales embraces, and the experience necessary to work with a vibrant, living language. These degrees will: equip with you the language skills necessary for a rewarding career in a wide range of roles, including translation, local government, banking, business, and teaching prepare you for international sales, marketing, and management positions with multinational organisations give you valuable experience of the culture of Wales and the ability to use your own initiative provide you with transferable skills, including team working, communication, and presentation skills

A key feature of this degree is the opportunity to study modules on a wide variety of aspects of Welsh literature and Welsh language. You can choose between a three-year course, if Welsh is your first language, and a four-year course, if Welsh is your second language. If Welsh is your first language, at Level One you will follow the Introductory Study Course together with literature and language courses. If Welsh is not your first language, you will be offered a range of grammar, oral, literature, and culture modules, and you must complete Level T before progressing to Level Two. All modules (except those at Level One for beginners) are taught through the medium of Welsh. Language classes are taught in small groups, and cultural modules are delivered through a combination of lectures and interactive classes, fully supported by a variety of online learning tools.
The Welsh and Work module which is offered in Level T, incorporates a work placement scheme, giving you an opportunity to gain experience of using Welsh in the workplace. You may be placed in any environment where business is conducted in Welsh, including schools, television companies, and translation companies.
The course was very interesting. My personal tutor was very
supportive, and classes are interactive which means you always feel involved and included in what is going on. I now work as a Welsh Language Translator for Animal Health, a government agency. I am fluent in Welsh, but my degree gives me the skills necessary to fulfill the demands of the role.

Please contact the Admissions tutor for further information and details about modules available (see below).
Abby Harrison, BA Translation Welsh Language Translator, Animal Health

Your skills and knowledge will be assessed using a variety of methods, including assessed essays, dissertation, and oral and written examinations.
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Zoology
College of Science
BA Single Honours C300 s Zoology
For related degrees, please see Biology and Biological Sciences (page 34), and Marine Biology (page 102).

To be taught by such a range of knowledgeable and enthusiastic


A levels: ABB or equivalent, including Biology IB: 33 including 5 in Biology at Higher Level (HL) Welsh Bac: See page 206 For full details of other acceptable qualifications, please see page 206 Further information about our entry requirements is available on our website.
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Zoology
academics at Swansea University is a privilege. Their individual fields of specialisation are extremely varied and provide a vast spectrum of options in terms of what can be studied as part of your degree. Listening to lectures given by world-class members of staff has made me eager to broaden my interests and spend time reading up on subjects that had never attracted me previously.
Lily Green, BSc Zoology
s 3 year scheme
Zoology is the branch of biology that has a primary focus on animal anatomy, evolution, ecology and physiology. It also helps us to understand animal behaviour and to identify effective methods of enhancing animal welfare. Zoologists have a major role to play in environmental management and conservation but are also likely to influence developments in other sectors, such as agriculture, marine biology, medicine, public health and veterinary science. Zoology at Swansea University offers a wide-range of laboratory- and field-based topics. This degree will: prepare you for a career within a wide range of ecological and environmental jobs (e.g. agriculture, animal welfare, conservation, media, pollution, public and animal health) give you appropriate knowledge and experience for a career in teaching biology or science as well as also providing scope for applying for positions in veterinary and biotechnology industries help you to develop transferable skills, such as team working, communication, presentation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Zoology at Swansea gives you an unrivalled opportunity to study animal behaviour, ecology and conservation in a range of natural environments across Swansea Bay and the beautiful Gower Peninsula. You will also visit a range of field locations, such as the National Wetlands Centre Wales (NWCW), Margam Park, and Bristol Zoo, and will complete an animal ecology field course in your final year. You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, fieldwork, and practical classes. Our laboratories are well-equipped for behavioural studies, animal conservation, ecology, immunology, entomology and molecular and genetic approaches to Zoology. Our new Teaching Laboratory is a significantly upgraded facility to teach a higher level of transferable laboratory techniques and skills, with a capacity to hold 150 students; it includes a full range of AV facilities able to transmit to several plasma screens output from a variety of sources including microscopes, PCs, DVD/Video players and visualise/camera units.
During Level Three, you will complete a research project, which may be fieldbased, laboratory-based or purely analytical. Depending on the nature of your project you may work as part of a team, or as an independent researcher. While doing this, you will develop the skills necessary for project management and teamwork and will be trained to design experiments and plan work programmes. You will benefit from excellent teaching facilities, including: teaching, research and IT laboratories an extensive range of modern analytical equipment specialised culture facilities for a range of organisms constant temperature rooms and other growth rooms, aquaria, and greenhouses the Zoological Museum a custom-designed 12.5m coastal research vessel, the RV Noctiluca
Our strong links with international and national organisations such as the British Mammal Society, Environment Agency Wales, the Countryside Council for Wales, the Vincent Wildlife Trust, the NWCW and the Gower Bird Hospital will add value to your studies.

We offer a wide range of modules. Current modules include: Level One Science Writing and Career Skills Science Skills for Biological Scientists Chemistry of Life Animal Diversity, Form and Function Plants and Algae Diversity, Form and Function Cellular and Microbial Biology Introduction to Ecology and Behaviour Genetics and Evolutionary Processes
Level Two How to Undertake Research in Biological Sciences Molecular Ecology Parasitology Zoology Literature Review Cell and Immunobiology Terrestrial Invertebrates Vertebrates Animal Behaviour in Conservation and Welfare Coastal Marine Ecology Oceanography Marine Plankton and Pelagic Invertebrates Human and Medical Genetics Clinical Biochemistry and Physiology Level Three Zoology Research Project Animal Ecology Field Course OR Terrestrial Ecology Field Course Literature Review in Zoology Current research in zoology each member of staff presents a module on their own specific research interests (on a range of topics) from which you select five for assessment

You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including examinations, coursework and a practical research project.
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Ive had a fantastic time whilst Ive been here; Ive made loads of new friends, played at Varsity with the rugby team and all in all had a very good experience.
If your interested in adding something to your CV and spending some time in a foreign country then that is something that Swansea University is really strong for.
I started playing rugby, its a great way to make friends and meet people. I find the social side and the work side very good and the lecturers are very welcoming. Swansea has always been a nice place to study, work and live.
Jodie, BSc Marine Biology
Simon, LLB Law and American Studies
Alex, BA Business Management
Ive loved my time here. Ive had lots of fun and participated in many different societies. Im currently a member of the dance and drama society, and I volunteer with Discovery which is the charity on campus. Last summer I went to Zambia with Discovery to do some voluntary work in a rural community.
Swansea as a place, I really like it! The University is really nice and there are always activities on every night of the week.
I originally chose Swansea because of the course and the lecturers; its exactly what I wanted to do, it gives me a lot of options to specialise in later years and the lecturers are incredibly enthusiastic. Im really glad I came.
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Your life the way you want to live it

When you start university, youre embarking on a great adventure, a life-changing and career-enhancing experience. Selecting a course is just one part of choosing the place where you will live, study, and call home for the next three to four years.
This section will tell you about:
living and learning in Swansea how we support students with disabilities, mental health difficulties, and other conditions the role of the Students Union in making sure your time at Swansea is memorable for all the right reasons
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Starting university can be a bit of a whirlwind, which is why we want you to have peace of mind when it comes to your accommodation. We think its important you choose a residence that best suits your needs, and for you to see your university residence as a real home from home.
Whether you want to live in the heart of the University campus, in our Student Village, or in one of the nearby private properties managed by our SAS letting agency, Residential Services provides a range of options for you to choose from. Key points to note about our residences: our rooms have free wireless internet to access the University network our rooms have telephones that allow you to make free calls to the University telephone network rooms are single occupancy only (exception being Beck House family flats) adapted rooms are available for students with special requirements, including wheelchair users contact the Disability Office for further information Welfare Wardens in residence launderette facilities
Living on campus
Living in one of our nine campus residences puts you right at the centre of university life. Our self-catering accommodation comprises fully-furnished, en suite and standard rooms with a shared kitchen and dining area ideal for helping you to settle into student life quickly and easily. Our part-catered accommodation includes the equivalent of one meal a day within your residence fees you will be given a credited dining card that can be redeemed at any of the Universitys Campus Catering outlets. Campus facilities also include: shops a health centre a dental surgery bars a Post Office restaurants a book shop
Living in the Student Village

Approximately two miles from campus is the Hendrefoelan Student Village. The Village provides self-catering accommodation and shared facilities for around 1,600 students, in flats and houses that cater for between four and ten students. If you choose to live in the Village, you will have your own room at a rate that compares favourably with private sector accommodation. Student life at the Village is sociable, supportive and you will benefit from: The Wonky Sheep, the on-site bar a convenience shop a fast-food outlet a regular bus service during term-time hard surface sports pitch
Family accommodation
We have a number of family flats at our designated quiet residence, Beck House, approximately a mile from campus in the popular student area of Uplands. Due to the 51-week tenancies, this accommodation is mostly suitable for postgraduate and international students.
Finding the perfect private sector pad

If youd prefer to live off campus, youll be pleased to know that theres a good supply of quality private sector student housing in Swansea. Our SAS letting agency manages over 100 properties in the popular students areas of Brynmill and Uplands, which are mostly within two miles of the campus and close to local shops, bars and takeaways. Our online, searchable database, Studentpad, allows you to locate other available housing in the area and is an invaluable tool that takes the effort out of house-hunting.
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Do you guarantee a place in University residences?

Yes if youre a new, full-time undergraduate student who meets the terms of a firm offer of a place at Swansea, and you apply for accommodation by 30 June. Where possible, we try to extend this offer to Insurance and Clearing students.
What will I be charged?

The rent you pay will depend on the residence and room you choose. Residence Student village Campus Beck House Type of room Standard En suite Standard Standard En suite Family flat Standard Weekly rent* 73 78 92 108 87 108.50** 78 80 89 99 138 167.00 59 71
I speak Welsh. Can I live with other Welsh-speakers?

Yes if you speak Welsh, we have designated accommodation set aside for Welsh speakers to live together. If you are interested, you will be able to request this on your application form.
How long can I rent the room for?

Your accommodation contract will be for the full academic year.
Can I live on campus after my first year?

We set aside a quota of rooms in residences for returning students. A popular choice with our second and third-year students is to live with friends in a University-managed property, or in private sector accommodation. For full details about our residences, and the support we can provide to help you settle in quickly, please visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/accommodation contact Residential Services: Tel: +44 (0)1792 295101 Email: accommodation@swansea.ac.uk
When will I know whether Ive been offered a place in University residences?
Most students normally receive their accommodation offer shortly after they get their A level results.
When should I apply for accommodation?

The sooner the better! If you have a firm offer of a place, you can make an accommodation application from the beginning of May you will receive details about making an online application with your offer. We encourage you to apply early, particularly for the very popular en suite accommodation. University-managed properties
What happens if I apply through Clearing?

If you apply to Swansea through Clearing, you will be sent details of the accommodation options available when your admission to the University has been confirmed.
* These fees are for the academic session 2011/12. Please note that rates for 2013 entry are currently under review and are likely to increase. You are advised to check our website for up-to-date information. ** Where applicable, prices for Campus Standard accommodation include the weekly catering fee.
What support is on offer in the residences?

We place significant importance on student welfare. In addition to 24-hour security staff, our Welfare Wardens are on hand to help you settle in and provide pastoral support. Theres also a dedicated, campus-based police officer.
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We operate a range of catering outlets around campus. Each has a distinctive image and style of food, from light lunches and baguettes to traditional British fayre, Indian, Mexican, Spanish and Chinese meals, and tempting pasta dishes.
All our outlets have a choice of vegetarian options. Look out for our theme nights, Welsh food festival and our version of Ready Steady Cook! So, when youre fed up of cooking and washing up, head for:
The Venue (Fulton House) serving pasta, meat, and fish dishes, freshly prepared salads and vegetables, hot and cold desserts and our budget busting daily meal deals Fusion Caf (Fulton House) serving traditional and healthy breakfasts, hot and cold food and drinks all day long. Look out for Fusions popular theme nights Taliesin (Taliesin Arts Centre) try a taste of the Mediterranean from the superb tapas menu, or choose from a range of hot meals, sandwiches, and Costa Coffee Corner Shop (Fulton House) for sandwiches, snacks, and drinks Costa@Caf Hoffi Coffi (Library) a great place to unwind with your friends over a coffee and a delicious muffin
Bake-n-Take (Fulton House) the campus bakery offers a freshly baked selection of sweet and savoury hot pastries, salads, and hot and cold drinks Caf Glas (Institute of Life Science) Starbucks coffee shop that also does excellent speciality cakes Callaghans (James Callaghan building) Starbucks coffee shop with a mouth-watering selection of speciality breads served with contemporary fillings Costa@Emily Phipps (Hendrefoelan) offering a wide selection of hot and cold foods with a selection of speciality coffees and cold drinks. There are plenty of vending machines located around campus offering hot and cold beverages, confectionary and snacks
Whether you have a general enquiry, a specific problem, or you just need to talk things through, the Student Services reception is a good place to start. We offer a one-stop-shop to provide all students with the information, advice, and support they need.
Disability Office Supporting our disabled students

If you have a disability, medical condition, or other specific need, there is no reason why your university experience should be any different from anyone elses, and we welcome your application to study at Swansea.
Before you apply, you should:

contact the staff at the Disability Office well before you submit your application to let us know what you are thinking of studying and what your particular needs might be. We can explain how the University will support you, and can arrange for you to have a private, exploratory tour of the campus declare your disability, condition, or specific need as early as possible there is space on the UCAS form to provide relevant information. If you would prefer not to submit information in this way, please write directly to the Disability Office During the application cycle, you may be invited for an informal meeting with the Disability Office staff. This will give us an opportunity to assess your needs and plan for your admission, and you will be able to judge for yourself whether Swansea is the right place for you.
Did you know?

The Department of Student Services has been accredited as meeting the Matrix Quality Standard for information advice and guidance services.
Where to eat?
Catering with a conscience
Swansea was the first Fairtrade university in Wales. Youll find Fairtrade products in all aspects of our catering, which is helping to secure better prices, decent working conditions, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world. Were committed to using locally sourced produce wherever possible, ensuring local sustainability for the regions businesses. We also grow our own herbs which are picked and used daily. Were approved by the Vegetarian Society, and have been awarded the highest level in food safety which is fully endorsed by the Food Standards Agency. For more information, including our Sustainability and Fairtrade policies please visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/catering
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The Universitys Flexible Diners Card is a simple, no fuss way of paying for your meals in any of our catering outlets. You can top up the card at any time, and your credit is valid for the whole academic year.
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Professional support, when you need it

Weve put in place a wide range of measures to ensure that you receive the support you need throughout your studies. In particular, we: work with you to tailor a flexible programme of support appropriate to your needs can organise notetakers, mentors, readers, and specialist tutors liaise with the Examinations Office or your teaching department if you need additional time or support to complete assessments have a team of specialist tutors, who provide information and advice, as well as tips on study skills and relaxation have a purpose-designed Assessment Centre that offers a comprehensive service to identify and assess your needs can help you to apply for funding from your local funding body, Social Services or other organisations
Most buildings on our fairly flat and compact campus are modern and equipped with ramped access, lifts, and accessible toilets. Tactile paving has been laid on all major paths, and a significant number of study bedrooms in the campus residences have been adapted for students with mobility difficulties. Fire alarms for the hearing impaired have also been installed. Other services Facilities for the visually impaired are exceptional. We offer mobility training and the Swansea University Transcription Centre can provide materials (in the main European languages) in a range of formats, including Braille, audio, large print, electronic text and tactile diagrams for disabled students. The Centre is one of only five university-based transcription services in the UK, and the only one in Wales Students with personal care needs are advised to contact the Disability Office to discuss their requirements The Universitys library has a team of subject librarians on hand to help you to get the most out of your studies, and offers a fetch from shelf service, face-to-face reading, and specialist IT facilities
Every PC on the University network gives you access to specialist software, such as SuperNova for visually impaired/blind students, and Inspiration Mind Mapping software, and Text Help Read and Write Gold for students with specific learning difficulties
Wellbeing Services
As a student, you may find it quite challenging to manage the new pressures and stresses associated with University whilst adapting to lifestyle and environment changes. Wellbeing Services supports students experiencing distress arising from psychological, emotional or mental health issues and is available to support you at any point in your academic journey. Services offered include: initial drop-in sessions to talk over your concerns; groups and workshops (e.g. presentation anxiety); support with mental health issues and counselling. Many students who have previously experienced mental health difficulties have found it helpful to contact the Service as soon as possible after their arrival on campus. The support offered is flexible and designed to suit your particular needs. You may want someone to liaise with your GP or Community Mental Health Team or with your Academic College/ School to help ensure you have any reasonable and appropriate adjustments made. It might be helpful for you to attend a workshop or to engage in counselling to explore particular concerns or issues. In certain situations you may be offered a professional mentor to help you achieve your full potential. The Service offered is confidential, friendly and professional. Tel: +44 (0)1792 295592 Email: wellbeing@swansea.ac.uk
Your faith
The campus-based Chaplaincy Centre is provided by a team of six chaplains from the Anglican (Church in Wales), Baptist, Greek Orthodox, Methodist, Roman Catholic, and United Reformed Church. They work together to support the spiritual life of the University community, regardless of race, status or faith. Were one of the few universities in the UK to have a mosque on campus, and we were proud to win the UKs Best Mosque Provision award from the Federation of Islamic Students.
To ensure that these objectives are met we: have an Equal Opportunities Committee and a Race Equality Working Group that meet each term have an Equal Opportunities Adviser in each Academic College/School review our Race Equality Policy and Action Plan, and the Disability Equality Scheme, annually. These can be found on the Universitys website publish an online Race Relations & You booklet, which outlines the policies and the behaviour expected of all staff and students to ensure that Swansea University continues to provide an academic environment free from discrimination and harassment
Get in touch
For more information about the support on offer, please visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/ student-services/disability-office or contact the Disability Office: Tel: +44 (0)1792 602000 Fax: +44 (0)1792 295090 Email: disability@swansea.ac.uk
Ensuring equality of opportunity

Swansea University is a cosmopolitan, campus-based community that encourages applications from students from all backgrounds. As a student, you can be confident that you live and study in an educational environment that supports equality of opportunity for all, and that you will not be subjected to any form of discrimination or harassment. We require our staff, students, and suppliers to cooperate in order to help promote equality. We adhere to the Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000 and the Disability Discrimination Act 2005, which require us to eliminate unlawful discrimination and to promote the equality of opportunity and good relations between people of different groups.
Medical facilities
There is an NHS medical practice and a dental surgery open to students on campus. If you live in University accommodation, you will need to register with a Swansea General Practitioner within two weeks of arrival. If you are not living in University accommodation, we advise you to register with a GP in Swansea when you arrive.
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Swansea Universitys Students Union will be at the heart of your student experience from the moment you arrive until the day you graduate.
People view student life in different ways but everybody agrees on one thing: its what you make it. You can be confident that the Unions work hard to represent your voice, give you the opportunities you need, and ensure your safety and welfare as a student. They also bring students together through the excellent social calendar youd expect of such a vibrant community. When you become a student at Swansea University, you automatically become a member of the Students Union, which is
affiliated to the National Union of Students. The Union is student-led and has a strong track record in bringing students together on the issues that matter.
Get involved
The Students Union has over one hundred societies and sports clubs. From Amnesty and Akido to Real Ale and Rowing. Youre bound to find something that matches your interests, and youll certainly get the support you need to be involved in practically anything you can think of. Getting involved in societies can also boost your employability: the skills you gain from running events, organising people, holding positions of responsibility, or managing budgets will add real value to your CV. You could also represent your fellow students as a Course Representative. Again, you will gain valuable skills that employers will recognise.
Social Swansea
Do you like the sound of regular great nights out in the heart of Swansea Citys clubbing district? How about an Annual Summer Ball and a Christmas Snowball, as well as organised theme nights and sports nights? SUSU is big on giving you a good time whether its a night on the town or in our on-campus nightclub, or relaxing in our student bars and coffee shops, youll find a venue to suit your mood. www.swansea-union.co.uk
Supporting you
Your safety and wellbeing is paramount. The Students Union runs an advice centre offering guidance on matters such as finance and housing, consumer protection and course-related difficulties.
Into sport?
Sport forms a massive part of the student experience at Swansea and has lots to offer for anyone wanting to get involved for fun or for competition. There is a Sports Officer and a highly dedicated administration team working to fulfil the needs of all sporting students. This is coupled with the fantastic facilities that the University has to offer. Currently we have over 40 teams competing in the BUCS (British University and Colleges Sports) league on a Wednesday, travelling all over England and Wales, and a further 30-40 clubs competing in regular BUCS tournaments and events.
Make yourself heard

The Students Union has seven full-time election officers and a number of volunteer part-time elected officers to represent you at every level, from University committee meetings to national demonstrations. You will also have plenty of opportunities to get your voice heard through our fortnightly newspaper Waterfront, the Ents magazine, our website and our very own radio station: www.xtreme.org
Day nursery
Based in a convenient location on Campus, the Students Union Nursery provides professional childcare at subsidised prices for students. The Nursery can offer places to children aged three months to seven years of age. Tel: +44 (0) 1792 513151 E-mail: nursery@swansea-union.co.uk www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/ student-services/childcare/
Your Union: Working for you

The current sports clubs that the Students Union offers are: Aikido American Football Archery Badminton Basketball Body Boarding Boxing Canoe Cheerleading Cricket Equestrian Football Fencing Golf Hiking Hockey Jitsu Judo Karting Karate Kickboxing Kitesurfing Lacrosse Lifesaving Mountain Biking Mountaineering Netball Pool Rowing Rugby League Rugby Union Running Sailing Snowriders Squash Sub Aqua Surf Swimming Tae Kwon Do Tennis Triathlon Ultimate Frisbee Windsurfing
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heard at every level of the University. The Students Union is the hub of Swanseas thriving student community and youll be joining us at one of the most exciting times in our history; students have never had so much input into their union, university and local community, we have world record breaking nightlife in the biggest clubs in Wales and we have brand new facilities like our bar and coffee shop.
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Our international community

Since its foundation in 1920, Swansea University has embraced opportunities to think globally. The vibrant mix of nationalities and cultures on campus greatly enriches our learning and teaching environment. We understand the type of support our international students need to help them settle into student life in a new country.
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Swanseas International Student Advisory Service

As an international student at Swansea University, you (and your family) will benefit from the information, advice and support offered by our International Student Advisory Service (ISAS). You can use ISAS as a resource centre to find out about issues such as working in the UK, driving, healthcare, and obtaining visas to travel to other countries, or just to keep in touch with other international students in Swansea. ISAS can also help you if you need to extend your UK student visa. For further information, please contact the International Student Advisory Service: Tel: +44 (0)1792 602000 Email: ISAS@swansea.ac.uk or visit the website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/isas
Developing your language skills

If you think you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, or if you need support with the English language while studying with us, our English Language Training Services (ELTS) offers a range of British Council accredited programmes to help you achieve your academic goals. We offer: a full-time, year-round English language programme for students who need to improve their language skills before starting their studies an English for University Studies programme that focuses on general English language skills, exam preparation, and English for academic purposes. It also introduces you to British culture and studying in the British Higher Education system free academic English support classes for all enrolled full-time international students For further information, please contact the English Language Training Services (ELTS): Tel: +44 (0)1792 295391 Email: elts@swansea.ac.uk or visit the website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/elts
Affordable, comfortable housing

Swansea enjoys a lower cost of living than many parts of the UK, and this includes the cost of our accommodation. Our residences offer a range of single, en suite rooms and shared houses, providing independent living in a relaxed, community environment. All our accommodation gives you access to the wireless network, and a telephone and internet connection point. Residence tutors are on hand to offer practical advice and assistance out of hours. Our accommodation commitment: if you accept your offer of a place to study with us by 30th June, youll be guaranteed a place in University residences. For more information about the range of accommodation available, see pages 166 to 169.
Supporting your faith

The campus-based Chaplaincy Centre is provided by a team of six chaplains from the Anglican (Church in Wales), Baptist, Greek Orthodox, Methodist, Roman Catholic, and United Reformed Church. They work together to support the spiritual life of the University community, regardless of race, status or faith. Were one of the few universities in the UK to have a mosque on campus, and we were proud to win the UKs Best Mosque Provision award from the Federation of Islamic Students.
Welcoming you to the UK

We run a Meet and Greet service from Londons Heathrow Airport, and provide all new international students with a full orientation programme to help them get to know the University, Swansea, and the region. Theres more information about our support for new students at: www.swansea.ac.uk/international
International students at Swansea

92% of our international students are satisfied with the support they receive 94% are satisfied with their expert lecturers 88% are satisfied with their
arrival experience
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International student tuition fees and finance

If you are an international student, the fee you will pay depends on your choice of course. Please see pages 202 to 203 for full information on fees.
Applications made using the online On-Track system will be processed faster, but we also accept application forms downloaded from our website. For further details, as well as information about our entry and English language requirements, please see: www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/apply The International Development Office will be with you every step of the way and works closely with the Admissions Office to ensure that your application is processed as quickly as possible. If you need a visa, well make sure that all the necessary support documents are issued in good time, and we can also provide advice about the Points Based System for visa application.
Undergraduate pathways
ICWS at Swansea University
ICWS is a modern and dynamic educational institution offering Undergraduate Pathways at Swansea University. We are committed to providing quality educational opportunities and excellent student support services in an environment that encourages students to achieve the best possible results from their university studies. ICWS is based on the stunning Swansea University campus and, as an Affiliate College of the University, our students benefit from the range of facilities open to all Swansea University students. We offer three intakes per annum allowing students great freedom of choice and convenience in determining their own study plans. Small class sizes, personalised attention and award winning student support services are the trademarks of the globally renowned ICWS experience. All ICWS students are fully sponsored by Swansea University for visa purposes and for the full duration of their studies.
How to apply
For all enquiries about living and studying at Swansea University, and how to apply, please contact the International Development Office: Tel: +44 (0)1792 602365 Fax: +44 (0)1792 295839 Email: international@swansea.ac.uk
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ICWS undergraduate pathway University Foundation in Business University Foundation in Business (Extended) University Foundation in Computer Science University Foundation in Economics University Foundation in Economics (Extended) University Foundation in Engineering University Foundation in Genetics University Foundation in Law University Foundation in Mathematics University Foundation in Media Studies University Foundation in Politics and International Relations University Foundation in Psychology University Foundation in Sports Science University Foundation in Science First Year Degree in Business First Year Degree in Computer Science First Year Degree in Economics First Year Degree in Engineering First Year Degree in Genetics First Year Degree in Mathematics First Year Degree in Media Studies First Year Degree in Politics and International Relations First Year Degree in Psychology First Year Degree in Sports Science First Year Degree in Science Duration One semester Two semesters Two semesters One semester Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Two semesters Intakes September, January, May September, January September, January September, January, May September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September, January September September, January September September September September September September September September
English language requirements

The language of instruction at ICWS is English. To attain entry into the undergraduate pathway, you must be able to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency. You can do this by obtaining one of the results shown in the table below. Undergraduate Pathway Stage 1 with Pre-sessional Stage 1 University Foundation Stage 2 with Pre-sessional semester Stage 2 First Year Degree Course Duration 2 or 3 semesters (depending on academic background) 1 or 2 semesters (depending on academic background) IELTS (minimum requirement) 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill)
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We also accept TOEFL, Pearson Test of English Academic or equivalent qualifications. Please contact the ICWS Admissions Office for further details at info@icws.swansea.ac.uk Please note that where appropriate (i.e. have obtained the relevant score) ICWS will continue to exempt the need for IELTS/TOEFL/PTE from students who have taken local examinations in English such as WAEC, KSCE, ICSE, HKDSE, A Level, IB, SPM and so on and to exempt students who can demonstrate where they have been taught through the medium of English.
For further information, and for details of the academic entry requirements and tuition fees, please contact ICWS: Tel: +44 (0)1792 602888 Fax: +44 (0)1792 602889 Email: info@icws.swansea.ac.uk or visit the website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/icws
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The sooner you start planning ahead, the better prepared youll be to grab the job opportunities you want.
This section will tell you more about how we equip you for career success. Youll read how:
were committed to ensuring that our degrees are relevant to the world of work our Careers and Employability Service can help you plan for life after Swansea personal development planning can help you to maximise your potential our entrepreneurship training can inspire you to set up your own business Diploma Supplements can enhance your employability across Europe the campus-based volunteering charity, Discovery, gives you opportunities to gain valuable experience
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Our long history of working with business, industry, commerce and the public sector enables us to add real value to your education. We listen closely to employers when they tell us what skills and experiences they demand of their graduate employees, and we tailor our courses to make sure that you gain the professional and high-level skills that will enable you to thrive in todays increasingly competitive world.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies, offer project placements with industry, and give you the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a practical setting. After all, developing your academic skills and love of scholarship is just one part of what we do. Well also encourage you to gain as much practical experience as possible. Thats why each course description in this prospectus tells you upfront what the degree will train you to do and what skills it will help you to gain. We also pioneered the GO Wales work placement scheme, which helps students to find employment with local small- and medium-sized companies, as well as public sector organisations, giving you the chance to improve your skills and career prospects.
We can help you to: develop a portfolio of relevant skills, knowledge, and practical experience gain maximum benefit from job placements and vacation work find term time jobs and other opportunities to develop your skills complete job applications and prepare for interview secure suitable employment or further study opportunities after graduation Our Helpdesk is based in the Library, and we have extensive information resources to help you plan your future. Careers Advisers are available Monday to Friday for guidance on any careers related issue, and youll also find our website helpful: www.swansea.ac.uk/careers is updated daily and contains lots of useful information and links. You can also book appointments with Careers Advisers and attend Careers events.
Well help you to identify and develop a variety of skills that will enable you to make the most of your time at university, and to get what you want from your career. Youll then create and maintain an e-portfolio that documents the skills you acquire, the personal qualities you develop, and the experiences that bring your CV to life, from your involvement with sport and societies, to the more formal roles you might undertake in job placements and volunteering.
Making your degree relevant around the world

Employers in the UK understand the value of a degree from a British university, but if you decide to work in Europe or further afield, how can you be sure that your degree will be recognised no matter where in the world you end up? When you complete your studies, youll receive a Diploma Supplement, which provides a detailed description of the nature, level, context, content, and status of your course. It highlights the intellectual and practical skills you have acquired, enabling employers to see at a glance what you have achieved. Swansea was the first university in Wales to introduce the Diploma Supplements, which have been developed by the European Commission. They are not a substitute for your CV, but they certainly add value to it.
Building your international networks

When you graduate, you will become a member of our Alumni Association, an invaluable network of 55,000 active members who share common experiences and a love of Swansea. Our alumni are working at every level in industry, commerce, sport and the public sector, in the UK and overseas, which means that you will find like-minded friends and colleagues wherever you are in the world. Our alumni regularly tell us that they benefit professionally and socially from relationships they have forged through the Association. Many are actively supporting the next generation of students in the UK and overseas, helping them to decide what to study and how the Swansea experience can have a life-changing impact on their careers. Many of our alumni choose to become ambassadors for the University. Wherever you are in the world, you can still help Swansea by setting up a local branch of the Association to enable old friends to keep in touch with each other. Equally, you could help to promote the University to prospective students in the UK, Europe or internationally. For information about our Alumni Association, please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/alumni
Stimulating entrepreneurship
Whilst youre at Swansea you can take advantage of many opportunities to learn and practise key business and entrepreneurship skills. You can: take part in seminars and workshops to learn from inspirational guest speakers from the private sector attend a masterclass to see how the most successful entrepreneurs run and grow their businesses study entrepreneurship and employability modules in subject areas such as Childhood Studies, Engineering, Management Studies, and Modern Languages enjoy a week-long Summer School programme that will help you develop enterprise skills such as business planning, finance, and business law As a student, youll also have access to Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), a not-for-profit organisation active in over 1,500 universities in 47 countries. SIFE focuses on market economics, success skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, environmental sustainability, and business ethics. Getting involved could give your career a real boost. And if youve got a great idea for a new venture, you can talk to us about our early stage funding and business planning support to help graduates to establish their own business.
Careers and Employability Service

If you are undecided about what you want to do after university, dont worry. Whether you are interested in jobs, postgraduate study, voluntary work, or taking a year out, our trained advisers are on hand to give you the support and information you need
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The Careers and Employability Service is externally credited by the Matrix quality standard for information, advice and guidance services. As part of Information Systems Services, it has also received the Customer Service Excellence Award, the Governments customer service standard.
Discovery Student Volunteering Swansea

Do you want to gain valuable interpersonal, leadership, social, and enterprise skills at the same time as helping other people to fulfil their potential? Discovery is a registered charity that has been established for over 40 years. It has hundreds of student volunteers who get involved with a wide range of projects across the City of Swansea. Discoverys student-led initiatives bring new experiences and opportunities to some of the regions most disadvantaged groups, and help our students to appreciate and enhance their own personal development. For more information, please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/discovery
Keeping track of your development

The Careers team works alongside our academic staff to provide personal development planning for all students, ensuring that your employability is continuously improved throughout your time at Swansea.
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As more and more businesses recruit from a global pool of talent, were finding new ways to help you stand out from the crowd, no matter where in the world youre from, and we encourage all our students to take advantage of opportunities to gain experience of new countries and cultures.
We aim to give all our undergraduate students the opportunity to spend time studying or working overseas. When students return from these exchanges or placements, we notice a real difference in their confidence, communication skills, and maturity, and the vast majority have gained knowledge and experience that you really cant replicate without that exposure to new cultures. Studying and working abroad: rewards you with an international outlook that employers welcome helps you to gain confidence and become more self-reliant gives you the independence and initiative that will give you the best possible start to your career
We have study abroad links with more than 100 partner universities around the world, from Europe, Asia and Australasia, to North and South America. If you choose one of our four-year undergraduate degree programmes, you will usually study abroad at one of our partner universities during your third year. If you are on a three-year programme, you can take advantage of the opportunity to study abroad in lieu of study at Swansea, which means that you may be able to spend a semester of your second year overseas. A full list of our partner universities is available at: www.swansea.ac.uk/international/ opportunities/study-abroad/exchange
need to speak a second language. For more details about our Erasmus scheme please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/international/ opportunities/study-abroad/erasmus
Study Chinese in China

In 2009, we launched an exciting opportunity for all students to learn Mandarin Chinese alongside their degree. If you choose to take the extracurricular language classes in Swansea, you may also have the chance to spend up to four weeks in China during the summer, studying Chinese language and culture at one of our partner universities. Even if you cant commit to the China trip, we recommend that you sign up for the language classes. China has a strong influence on the global economy, so being able to speak the language will boost your job prospects.
Building skills in India

Were also developing new projects to help our students gain valuable study and work experience in India. Our Study in India pilot enables students to experience life in India, combining lectures at a partner college with voluntary work at a rural development centre and with city-based charities. We have also developed a work placement scheme that builds links with a number of multinational companies that have their offices in cities such as Bangalore, Mumbai, and Hyderabad one of the first students to take advantage of the scheme completed an internship at GE Healthcare in Bangalore, and has been guaranteed a job when she graduates.
US Summer Programmes
The International Development Office also administers popular programmes, which give you the opportunity to experience living and studying in the USA. The University has more than twenty years experience of arranging academic exchanges with the US, and enjoys strong links with many American organisations and institutions. The International Development Office is also working to develop new summer programmes with countries around the world. These programmes are not just the chance for a trip of a lifetime. Theyll help you to develop skills and a global perspective that will last a lifetime. For further information about any of these opportunities, please contact the International Development Office: Tel: +44 (0)1792 602365 Email: international@swansea.ac.uk
Working abroad
If you are on a four-year degree programme, you may be able to spend your third year on a work placement rather than studying at a partner university. Please contact the Admissions Tutors for the course you are interested in to discuss opportunities to work overseas as part of your degree. Many of our students choose to work as British Council Language Assistants, especially if they are studying languages or hope to go into teaching. Further information is available at: www.britishcouncil.org/ languageassistants You may also be able to arrange your own paid or voluntary work placement overseas. In principal, we are happy to support all opportunities to gain international experience, but the placement will need to be approved by the year abroad coordinator for your course. Placements in most parts of Europe may also be eligible for support from the Erasmus programme.
Introducing Erasmus
If you choose to study or work in Europe for between three and twelve months as part of your degree, you may be eligible for a grant under the Erasmus scheme, the European Commissions educational programme for Higher Education students. If you spend a full year abroad, you may qualify for a tuition fee waiver. There are a number of European destinations where teaching is delivered in English, so you do not necessarily
Study and work abroad

Study or work abroad and add value to your CV.
If you enjoy travelling and want to experience living in another culture, why not consider living and working abroad as part of your degree?
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If you want to work, study or travel abroad, language skills can help you do this. When you apply for jobs, language skills can be a bonus, setting you apart from other candidates.
The Languages for All (LFA) programme gives you the opportunity to gain basic language skills while you earn credits for your degree, whatever your degree programme.
What will I learn?

An LFA module will give you a basic knowledge in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in your chosen language, and in using the language in an effective way in everyday situations.
Welsh medium opportunities

Swansea University is proud to offer opportunities for Welsh-speaking students and those who speak Welsh as a second language, to study all, or part of their course through the medium of Welsh. At Swansea, Welsh-medium provision is available in the following subject areas:
Bio-Sciences Business Studies French* German Geography* Engineering History Law* Linguistics Mathematics Media Studies* Nursing* Social Work Spanish* Translation Studies Welsh* The Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol works in partnership with universities across Wales to enhance and extend opportunities available for students to study through the medium of Welsh. A number of generous scholarships are offered by the Coleg Cymraeg. There are two types of scholarships available; Main Scholarships are offered to students studying 80 credits or more at each level through the medium of Welsh and are worth 3,000 over three years. Incentive Scholarships are worth 1,500 over three years and are available to students studying at least 40 credits at each level through the medium of Welsh. For more information about how to apply for one of these scholarships, please visit: www.mantais.ac.uk/en/studentfinance The Academi is also working to enhance student employability by offering valuable work experience placements with companies who conduct their day-to-day business through the medium of Welsh. With more and more jobs requiring Welsh-language skills, could you add value to your CV? If you are interested in studying some of your course through the medium of Welsh and would like more information, please email: astudio@abertawe.ac.uk
Which languages can I study?

In 2011-12, LFA modules are available in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Welsh. The French and Spanish modules are also available through the medium of Welsh.
Who can study LFA modules?

LFA modules are open to Level One, Level Two and Level M students from any degree programme across the University. For further details please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/artsandhumanities/ artsandhumanitiesadmissions
The level of provision varies with some subject areas offering a whole degree through the medium of Welsh, others a selection of modules through the medium of Welsh and some offering tutorial groups in Welsh as part of an English-medium module.
Languages for all
Academi Hywel Teifi is the Centre which offers support to those who study or research through the medium of Welsh at Swansea University and provides information about the opportunities which are available. Academi Hywel Teifi is also home to the Swansea Branch of the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.
*Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Scholarship available for 2012/13 entry.
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Be inspired
We believe that learning should be as enjoyable as it is stimulating and challenging.
our commitment to excellence in learning and teaching our approach to e-learning and using new technologies in the lecture theatre our library and learning resources how your personal tutor will support you throughout your time at Swansea opportunities to study part-time how your degree is structured
Benefiting from our world-class research Our academic staff are research-active, which helps to keep our teaching alive, relevant and up-to-date. Being taught by the people who have written key texts for your course can be particularly memorable and inspirational. It also means that you learn about new theories and technologies as they are being developed and put into practice.
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Innovative learning and teaching

Were always looking for innovative ways to add value to your learning experience by using best practice to enhance the quality of our teaching and giving you more opportunities to let us know what you think of how youre taught.
We already use a wide range of methods and technologies, such as scenario simulations, blogs, podcasts, vodcasts, and social networking, as well as delivering interactive lectures using audience response systems known as clickers. Youll also make regular use of our Blackboard virtual learning environment, which facilitates online learning and teaching. Through Blackboard, youll have access to course materials, handouts, and lecture notes, as well as shared areas for group work, online discussions, and exchanging ideas with your fellow students. Our Swansea Academy of Learning and Teaching was established in 2009 to provide the strategic advice and direction necessary to ensure that we continue to offer an excellent learning experience, and that we make the most of emerging teaching technologies.
You can be confident that youll get great service were one of a small number of university libraries and ICT services in the UK to have achieved the Customer Service Excellence award.
The library is managed by Information Services and Systems who also manage the IT network that you will use throughout your time at Swansea, including the wireless network that covers most buildings on the Singleton campus, and all our student accommodation (including Hendrefoelan and Beck House). The campus computer system is linked to the outside world via the high-speed JANET network. In many respects, were at the forefront of exploring the capability of such networks to deliver multimedia, video, and other technologies that are increasingly integral to modern teaching and learning practices.
There are over 1,800 PCs for student use at Swansea University. Thats a ratio of roughly one PC for every six students. Our student network gives you: free Internet access a personal email account and filestore access to the online library catalogue the opportunity to renew and reserve books on loan access to thousands of electronic journal articles a facility to search networked information databases an easy way to keep in touch with tutors and other students access to Virtual Learning Environment (BlackBoard) easy access to administrative functionality including enrolment If you have your own laptop you can connect it to the Universitys wireless network. We also have around 100 laptops available to loan. For further information, please visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/iss
Library and Information Centre

Located in the heart of the campus, our library building contains a wide range of resources to help you get the most out of your studies.
In addition to the longest opening hours of any university library in Wales were open for over 110 hours a week during term time, including Sundays, with 24-hour opening during exams and the Summer term we have over 800,000 books, journals, newspapers and other printed materials, as well as videos, DVDs and a wide range of software applications. We currently provide: 450 PCs for you to use whenever the Library is open one-to-one support to connect your laptop or PC to our wireless network self-issue and self-return facilities to save you time a range of silent and group study areas dedicated facilities for students with special needs in-depth advice and guidance from friendly and helpful staff photocopiers, scanners, and printers courses on how to make best use of our services and resources
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Modules? Credits? Programmes?

Heres our quick guide to how your degree is structured.
What is a degree programme?

A degree programme is a collection of modules that combine to form an academically acceptable whole. When you enrol, you will receive a handbook that details the structure of your degree programme and tells you which modules are compulsory or optional, and whether you are able to take any elective modules.
Modules have their own unique syllabuses, learning outcomes and assessment methods, and you will receive advice from your tutors to help you choose the modules that will be of most benefit to you. You will be awarded credit points for each module that you complete. Elective modules are those that are not part of your main degree programme. For instance, if you are studying Engineering and want to study a Modern Language, you may be able to choose an elective module in your chosen language. Further information will be available from your Academic College or School.
What is a personal tutor?

It stands to reason that the more support you receive, the more youll get out of your studies. Thats why well assign you a personal tutor who can discuss your academic and personal progress with you every step of the way. Personal tutoring can add real value to the university experience, particularly during the first few weeks and months of university life.
Can I submit assessments and be examined in Welsh?

Yes. As long as you let us know in advance, you can submit assessed work in Welsh whatever your subject. The only exceptions are assessments based on your knowledge of another language. If you want to submit your examination scripts, assessed work or dissertations in Welsh, you need to notify your Academic College/School within four weeks of enrolling on the module(s), or on enrolment if the module is less than four weeks long. The Academic College/School will forward your request to the Academic Registry, which will arrange for the necessary translations. Contact: astudio@abertawe.ac.uk for further information.
Can I study part-time?

We encourage a flexible approach to study, whatever your circumstances, and we welcome enquiries from potential parttime students. Our Department of Adult Continuing Education (DACE) manages our lifelong learning provision and also considers all applications by mature students on their own merit. Many of our degrees can be taken on a part-time basis, enabling you to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. If youd like further information about studying for a degree part-time, please contact the courses Admissions Tutor. You may be interested in our part-time degree in Humanities, English, History and Ancient History please see page 94 for further details. For further information about studying with DACE, please visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/dace or telephone: +44 (0)1792 295499. For further information, please read the academic guide online at www.swansea.ac.uk/registry/ academicguide/
What is a module?
Modules are the building blocks of your degree. They are self-contained units normally made up of a series of lectures, tutorials, and practical work. You will normally have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of optional modules, alongside the compulsory core modules required by your degree.
What are credit points?

Every module is worth a fixed number of credit points. You will be expected to study the equivalent of 12 ten-credit modules at each Level (year of study), giving you a total of 360 credits on completion of a three-year degree (480 for four-year degrees).
How is my progress monitored?

Your tutors will meet with you regularly to make sure that you are making satisfactory progress in terms of your attendance, performance in examinations, and in any assignments you are asked to complete.
How is my degree classified?

The degree you receive will be awarded by Swansea University. Our Honours degrees are classified as First Class, Second Class (Division One or Two) or Third Class, and Pass degree.
Can I transfer?
You may be allowed to change the combination of modules you are taking provided that the transfer is made within the set time limit. It may also be possible to change your degree programme after admission to the University if there is a vacancy in the relevant School and if you are appropriately qualified to study the new programme. Normally, any transfers will need to be approved by the first day of the first teaching week of Level Two.
Study FAQS
Can I study modules in Welsh?

Yes, if you speak Welsh as a first or second language, or if you attended a Welsh medium school. You can study modules through the medium of Welsh in areas such Media, Geography, Law, German, French, Spanish, Health Science and Welsh. For further information, please contact: astudio@abertawe.ac.uk
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Managing your money

Going to university is a significant financial investment. Good management of your finances is a crucial part of the student experience.
tuition fees and student finance for UK, EU and international students how student loans work, and how to apply for them how our scholarships and bursaries reward academic and sporting talent opportunities to earn while you study the money advice, support, and contingency funds we provide
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Tuition fees for 2013 entry

Undergraduate tuition fees are charged annually to all students and will increase from year to year. The amount you will be expected to pay depends on where you live, what you are studying, and at what level. Students from Wales
Swansea University will charge tuition fees of 9,000* per year. However, if you are domiciled in Wales, and are studying for your first degree, you will not have to pay the tuition fees upfront. You are eligible for: A non-repayable tuition fee grant of 5,535 per year from the Welsh Government (subject to terms and conditions) A repayable tuition fee loan of 3,465 per year A maintenance loan of up to 4,745 (3,673 if living at parental home) to help with your living costs (depending on household income) A means tested Assembly Learning Grant of up to 5,000 to help with your living costs (depending on household income) A partial cancellation of your Maintenance Loan up to 1,500 once repayment has begun For further information visit: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk
Scholarships and bursaries

Excellence scholarships
We offer 3,000 Excellence Scholarships to all new UK/EU students applying for a fee-paying course who achieve AAA at A Level or equivalent (excluding A level General Studies). (Priority subjects are: Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Bioscience, Physics, Modern Foreign Languages and Law.)
Students from the EU

Swansea University will charge tuition fees of 9,000* per year. However, if you are an EU student applying to study in Wales for your first degree, you will not have to pay the tuition fees upfront. You are eligible for: A non-repayable tuition fee grant of 5,535 per year from the Welsh Government (subject to terms and conditions) A repayable tuition fee loan of 3,465 per year You may also be eligible for a grant to help with your living costs if you meet certain residency conditions For further information please contact: Student Finance Services European Team Box 89, Darlington, DL1 9AZ Tel: +44 (0) 141 243 3570 www.direct.gov.uk
Sporting scholarships Merit scholarships

We offer 2,000 Merit Scholarships to all new UK/EU students applying for a fee-paying course who achieve AAB at A Level or equivalent (excluding A level General Studies). Scholarships will be available in all subject areas (single, joint and combined honours), with the exception of Social Work, courses in the Health Sciences, Graduate Entry Medicine and courses where bursaries are paid by the respective professional bodies. Our Sports Scholars are elite athletes who have the potential to become world-class. Each year, we offer ten undergraduate entrance scholarships worth 1,000 a year to help our outstanding athletes cover their training costs, kit, track fees, and travel.
Departmental funding
Many of our Academic Colleges and Schools have set aside funds, or have been given grants, to reward students academic achievements. The awards vary in value up to 2,500. Full details of all our scholarships and bursaries are available on our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/scholarships
Income related bursaries

Significant additional financial support for students from lower income backgrounds will be made available over the duration of the course:
Repayment
Loans are only payable when you have finished your studies and are earning over 21,000 per year. Payments stop if your salary falls below this threshold. Repayments are 9% of the income above 21,000. For example, someone earning 25,000 a year would repay 9% of 4,000 (approximately 30 per month). Any outstanding balance is written off after 30 years. All grant awards are non repayable (subject to terms and conditions). The table illustrates the weekly loan repayments students can expect to make:
Household income 15,000 15,000 25,000 25,000 30,000
Bursary 3,000 2,000 1,000
Priority subject bursary 1,500 1,500 1,500
Total possible bursary 4,500 3,500 2,500
Students from elsewhere in the UK

Swansea University will charge tuition fees of 9,000* per year. However, if you live in England, and are studying for your first degree you will not have to pay the tuition fees upfront. You are eligible for: A repayable tuition fee loan of 9,000* per year. A maintenance loan of up to 5,500 (4,375 if living at parental home) to help with your living costs (depending on household income) A means tested Maintenance Grant of up to 3,250 to help with your living costs (depending on household income) For further information visit: www.direct.gov.uk
Annual income 21,000 25,000 30,000 35,000
Weekly income 404 480 577 673
Weekly loan repayment 0 6.92 15.58 24.23
* All figures shown are the 2012 rates and are intended as a guide only. Tuition fees are subject to annual increases in line with inflation and the new rates will be published on our website as soon as they become available: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees
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Tuition fees for international students
If you are an international student, the fee you will pay depends on your choice of course. Please see the table below. Typically, our fees range from 10,100 to 13,000*. If you are unsure whether you will be classed as a home or international student, please contact the Admissions Office on: admissions@swansea.ac.uk or take a look at the International Office website: www.swansea.ac.uk/international
Scholarships for international students International Development Office Scholarships

Open to all subject areas, these scholarships may be awarded to candidates who can demonstrate above average academic qualifications and a genuine financial need.
Money advice and support

The Money Advice and Support Office provides guidance on all areas of student funding including grants, loans, bursaries and benefits. helping you to manage your money and ensure that you have claimed all the student loans and grants and state benefits that you are entitled to supporting care leavers Financial Contingency Funds helping you to draw up a realistic budget a daily drop in service so you can discuss any money worries in confidence debt counselling service that helps you to negotiate affordable repayments with creditors For further information contact the Money Advice and Support Office on: +44 (0)1792 606699 or at: moneydoctors@swansea.ac.uk
College/Departmental Scholarships
Many of our Academic Colleges and Schools have set aside funds, or have been given grants, to reward students academic achievements.
Band 1 Band 2 Band 3
Arts, Humanities, Business, Economics, Law, Mathematics Computer Science, Geography, Human and Health Sciences, Sports Science Science, Engineering, Medicine (non-clinical)
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Eira Francis Davies Scholarship

As a female student ordinarily resident in a developing country you may be eligible to apply for the Eira Francis Davies Scholarship. Through a generous donation from an individual, Swansea University is able to offer female students from a developing country a scholarship to cover the cost of course fees. You must show strong academic ability and financial need. For further information on scholarships and bursaries for international students, please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/international/ students/fees-and-funding/scholarships
* All figures shown are the 2012 rates and are intended as a guide only. Tuition fees are subject to annual increases in line with inflation and the new rates will be published on our website as soon as they become available: www.swansea.ac.uk/international
Support for care leavers

The Money Advice and Support Office administer and deliver the Care Leavers Support Package, a comprehensive range of measures to help care leavers settle in and focus on their studies. Our commitment to student support is recognised by the Frank Buttle Trust and we have held the Frank Buttle Trust Quality Mark since 2007.
Earn while you learn

If you are a full-time, undergraduate student, you can also work up to 15 hours a week to help fund your studies. This is a guideline as the number of hours you may be able to work will depend on the intensity of your course and you are advised to speak with your Academic College or School when considering taking on part-time work. There are plenty of part-time jobs to be found in and around Swansea, and our Careers team publishes a wide range of opportunities for temporary and part-time work, as well as summer placements and internships. For further information, please email: jobshop@swansea.ac.uk or visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/careers/jobs/workwhileyoustudy If you are a student from the new European Economic Area member states, you will need to comply with the Worker Registration Scheme before you can work in the UK. If you are an international student, you will need to obtain a National Insurance number and may have to fulfil other requirements. Please note that for international students on a student visa there will be restrictions on the number of hours you are permitted to work. For further information please visit the International Student Advisory website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/ias
Financial Contingency Fund

If your Student Loan has been delayed for reasons beyond your control you can apply for an Emergency Loan from our Financial Contingency Fund to assist you until payments form the Student Loans Company are received. If things get tough after youve started your course and you are struggling financially you can apply to the Fund at any point during the academic year, including the summer vacation. We award non-repayable grants from 100 up to 3,500. The Fund is available as a contingency to help with unforeseen financial difficulties. Application forms are available from the Money Advice and Support Office.
International Crisis Fund

We have also established a small fund to provide emergency assistance for International Students who face financial difficulties not anticipated at the start of the course, and not within their control. For further information, email us at moneydoctors@swansea.ac.uk or visit our website at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/ fees-and-funding/money-advice
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Next steps
Seeing is believing so why not come and take a closer look? Our Open Days will give you a feel for campus life and what you can expect from the Swansea experience.
Youll have the opportunity to:
meet Admissions Tutors tour academic departments and learn more about their courses explore our friendly campus and meet some of our students see how our Careers Centre will prepare you for life after study take a look at our IT and library facilities discuss any special requirements with the Disability Office/Sudent Services sample campus catering in our restaurants and cafs see how our students live by visiting some of our residences
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Our Open Days for 2013 entry are:
Saturday 30 June Saturday 6 October Saturday 10 November
Visit www.swansea.ac.uk/opendays for more details or telephone +44 (0)1792 295784. You will also have the opportunity to visit the University after you have applied contact your Academic College or School for further information about post-application visits.
How we select our students

When we receive your application from UCAS, the Admissions Tutors for your chosen course will:
make sure that you meet our entry requirements, as well as any other medical and non-academic requirements check that you have the experience and skills necessary to study the subject look for evidence of your commitment and motivation, and pay attention to your achievements take into account your reference and any assessments from educational psychologists or medical practitioners make sure that any resources and learning opportunities you may require are available If we think you have what it takes to study with us, we may invite you for interview to get to know you better. Meeting prospective students at interviews and Open Days often allows us some flexibility to tailor our offers to each individuals strengths. If you have a disability, medical condition, or a specific learning difficulty, we may ask the Universitys Disability Officer or Director for Occupational Health to interview you so we can be sure that we are able to give you the support you need throughout your studies. Remember: were interested in people who will seize the opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge, and who will benefit most from the Swansea experience. Were also interested in people who will add value to the sporting, cultural, and social life of our community. UCAS will let you know if we make you an offer and if there are any specific conditions. Occasionally, a member of staff from the Academic College or School you are interested in may suggest that you will receive an offer, but this is not a binding commitment please wait for a formal offer from UCAS. If our offer is conditional upon how you get on in your examinations, we wont give you a final acceptance of your application until the results are published. If you firmly accept our conditional offer but do not get the exam results you need, considering your overall performance may give us the flexibility to confirm your offer. Every year, we receive far more applications to study with us than we have places available, and many courses quickly become oversubscribed. Inevitably, this means that we have to disappoint some of our applicants. If you dont get in to Swansea, and you think weve got it wrong, you can ask us to reconsider your application. Contact the Admissions Office for further details.
What do you need?

To study at Swansea you will need to meet our general requirements as well as achieving the entry grades required by your chosen degree programme. (In practice, if you meet the course requirements, you will usually meet our general requirements.) Our general requirements include: GCSE English Language or Welsh Language at grade C or above and a minimum of two A levels at grade E or above, or one A level and two AS levels at grade E or above or an equivalent qualification (see the table on page 209) To apply for a Higher National Diploma scheme, you will need: GCSE English Language or Welsh Language grade C or above and at least one A level (or two AS levels) at grade E or above You may be exempted from the general requirements if the Academic College or School you are applying to recommends that you have reached the necessary entrance standard.
We also welcome a wide range of other qualifications, such as the International or European Baccalaureate, an Advanced Diploma, BTEC, or an access course or diploma. We are constantly reviewing the acceptability of new qualifications, so if you are taking exams not listed please contact the Admissions Office. Please see the table on page 209 for further information.
If English is not your first language you may need an acceptable pass in an approved English Language qualification to make sure that you get the full benefit from studying at Swansea. We consider the Swansea University English Test, the British Council IELTS test (with a score of at least 6.0), and a wide range of other qualifications. A full list of acceptable English Language tests can be found at: www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/ acceptableenglishtests You may also like to know that the University has its own English Language Training Service visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/elts
Notes for international students

We welcome applications by prospective students from around the world. If you are an international student, you can apply to study at Swansea via UCAS, through one of our overseas agents or by using our online application form. Full details of how to apply can be found at: www.swansea.ac.uk/international If you wish to apply for a first degree in Engineering or Science but do not yet have the necessary entry qualifications, we may consider you for one of our four-year degrees, which include a foundation year. (Please see the course entries for further information.) We will also consider your application if you think you may qualify to join one of our degree programmes from Level Two without having to complete the first level. We are happy to advise you on whether your qualifications are suitable for entry to the course you would like to study. Please email us at: admissions@swansea.ac.uk for further details.
Dates and deadlines

You can submit your application to UCAS from 1 September 2012 (for entry in Autumn 2013) The first closing date is 15 October 2012 if you are studying Medicine, Dentistry, or if you are also applying to Oxford or Cambridge The closing date for all home and EU applicants is 15 January 2013 The closing date for international applicants is 30 June 2013 We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. Whilst applications made after the deadlines have passed are possible, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to consider them in the same way as applications submitted on time.
UCAS
All applications for full-time undergraduate degrees and Higher National Diplomas must be made through UCAS, the Universities Colleges and Admissions Service. You should also use UCAS if you wish to transfer from one university to another. The easiest way to apply is online at: www.ucas.ac.uk Please note that UCAS charges an application fee of 22 for two to five university choices, or 11 for just one choice. (Charges may increase for 2013 entry.) Further information is available on the UCAS website.
Welsh Baccalaureate
We welcome applications from Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma students with relevant options subjects. In recognition that the qualification provides excellent preparation for our degree schemes, our offers will recognise successful completion of the Welsh Baccalaureate Qalification (WBQ) Core.
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Your application checklist

What Choose the course you want to study (pages 32 to 161) Check the grades you need Check if youll need any other qualifications Visit us independently or as part of an Open Day (see page 204) Apply! If invited, come for an interview Receive our offer Get your results Get final confirmation of your offer from us Receive your enrolment pack and get ready for student life Start studying at Swansea! When Now Now Now Anytime By 15 January 2013 (in most cases) Between October and July Between October and July August 2013 August 2013 Tick
Typical offers
A-Levels (tariff points) 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma European Baccalaureate French Baccalaureate German Abitur International Baccalaureate Irish Leaving Certificate Points Access Diploma 33 Dist, 9 merits 27 Dist, 15 merits 24 Dist, 15 merits 18 Dist, 18 merits 15 Dist, 18 merits 12 Dist, 18 merits 6 Dist, 33 Merits
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Index
A
36 Accounting and Finance, NN43 (BSc) 36 Accounting and Finance (with a year
B
108 Biochemistry, C700 (BSc) 110 Biochemistry and Genetics, CC47 (BSc) 34 Biological Sciences (deferred choice of
40 Classical Civilisation and English
46 Economics, L100 (BSc) 46 Economics (with a year abroad), L101 (BSc) 46 Economics and Business Management, NL21 (BSc) 46 Economics and French, LR11 (BA) 46 Economics and Geography, LL17 (BA) 46 Economics and Geography, LL71 (BSc) 46 Economics and German, LR12 (BA) 46 Economics and History, LV11 (BA) 46 Economics and Italian, LR13 (BA) 46 Economics and Law, ML11 (LLB) 46 Economics and Mathematics, GL11 (BSc) 46 Economics and Politics, LL12 (BA) 46 Economics and Social Policy, LL41 (BA) 46 Economics and Spanish, LR14 (BA) 46 Economics and Welsh, LQ15 (BA) 40 Egyptology, V410 (BA) 40 Egyptology and Ancient History, VV41 (BA) 40 Egyptology and Classical Civilisation, VQ48 (BA) 56 Electronic and Electrical Engineering, H602 (BEng) 56 Electronic and Electrical Engineering, H606 (MEng) 56 Electronics Engineering with
72 English Language Studies and French
74 English Literature and Welsh, QQH5 (BA) 74 English Literature (with a year abroad), QH20 (BA) 74 English with Gender (with a year abroad), Q3L3 (BA) 58 Environmental Engineering, H834 (BEng) 58 Environmental Engineering (with a year
Literature, QQ83 (BA)

40 Classical Civilisation and French, QR81 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and German, QR82 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and Greek, QQ78 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and History, QV81 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and Italian, QR83 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and Latin, QQ86 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and Medieval
(with Business Studies), QRH1 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and German, QRJ2 (BA) 72 English Language Studies and German
abroad), NN4H (BSc)

50 Aerospace Engineering, H400 (BEng) 50 Aerospace Engineering (with a year
specialisation), C100 (BSc)

34 Biological Sciences and Geography, CL17 (BSc) 34 Biology, C104 (BSc) 46 Business Economics, L113 (BA) 46 Business Economics (with a year abroad), L115 (BA) 46 Business Economics, L112 (BSc) 46 Business Economics (with a year abroad), L114 (BSc) 46 Business Economics with Accounting, L1N4 (BA) 36 Business Management, N101 (BA) 36 Business Management, N100 (BSc) 36 Business Management and Economics, NL21 (BSc) 36 Business Management (Accounting), N1N4 (BSc) 36 Business Management (Finance), N1N3 (BSc) 36 Business Management (Information

72 English Language Studies and Italian, QRJ3 (BA) 72 English Language Studies and Italian
in industry), H402 (BEng)

50 Aerospace Engineering, H403 (MEng) 50 Aerospace Engineering (with a year
in industry), H2G0 (BEng)

58 Environmental Engineering, H836 (MEng) 58 Environmental Engineering (with a year
in industry), H404 (MEng)

32 American Studies, T701 (BA) 32 American Studies, T700 (BA) 32 American Studies and English Literature, QT37 (BA), TQ73 (BA) 32 American Studies and French, TR71 (BA) 32 American Studies and Geography, LT77 (BA), TL77 (BA) 32 American Studies and German, TR72 (BA) 32 American Studies and History, VT17 (BA), TV71 (BA) 32 American Studies and International

72 English Language Studies and Latin, QQ63 (BA) 72 English Language Studies and Spanish, QRJ4 (BA) 72 English Language Studies and Spanish
in industry), H2F0 (MEng)

92 European History (with French), V1R1 (BA) 92 European History (with German), V2R2 (BA) 92 European History (with Italian), V2R3 (BA) 92 European History (with Spanish), V2R4 (BA) 92 European History (with Welsh), V2Q5 (BA)
Studies, QVV1 (BA)

40 Classical Civilisation and Spanish, QR84 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and Welsh, QQ85 (BA) 40 Classics, Q800 (BA) 42 Computer Science, G400 (BSc) 42 Computer Science (with French), G4R1 (BSc) 42 Computer Science (with German), G4R2 (BSc) 42 Computer Science (with Italian), G4R3 (BSc) 42 Computer Science (with Spanish), G4R4 (BSc) 42 Computer Science (with Welsh), G4Q5 (BSc) 42 Computer Science and Geo-Informatics, GF48 (BSc) 42 Computer Science and Physics, FG34 (BSc) 42 Computer Science and Pure

72 English Language Studies and TEFL, QX33 (BA) 72 English Language Studies and Welsh, QQ35 (BA) 74 English Literature, Q300 (BA) 74 English Literature and American Studies, QT37 (BA) 74 English Literature and American Studies, TQ73 (BA) 74 English Literature and Ancient Greek, QQ37 (BA) 74 English Literature and Ancient History, VQ13 (BA) 74 English Literature and Classical
F
46 Financial Economics, L111 (BSc) 46 Financial Economics with Accounting, L1NK (BSc) 76 French, R101 (BA) 76 French (with Business Studies), R1N1 (BA) 76 French (with Computer Studies), R1G4 (BA) 76 French (with Legal Studies), R1M9 (BA) 76 French and American Studies, TR71 (BA) 76 French and Ancient Greek, QR71 (BA) 76 French and Ancient History, VR11 (BA) 76 French and Classical Civilisation, QR81 (BA) 76 French and Economics, LR11 (BA) 76 French and English Language Studies, QRJ1 (BA) 76 French and English Language Studies.
Relations, LT2R (BA)

32 American Studies and Italian, TR73 (BA) 32 American Studies and Law, MT17 (LLB), MT1R (LLB) 32 American Studies and Politics, LT27 (BA), TL72 (BA) 32 American Studies and Social History, VTH7 (BA), TVR3 (BA) 32 American Studies and Spanish, TR74 (BA) 32 American Studies and Welsh, QT57 (BA) 40 Ancient and Medieval History, V116 (BA) 40 Ancient History, V112 (BA) 40 Ancient History and English Language
Systems), N1G5 (BSc)

36 Business Management with Law, N2M1 (BA Major/Minor) 36 Business Management (Marketing), N1N5 (BSc)
Nanotechnology, H613 (BEng)

56 Electronics Engineering with
Nanotechnology, H614 (MEng)

56 Electronics with Computing Science, H6G4 (BEng) 56 Electronics with Computing Science, H6GK (MEng) 60 Engineering deferred choice of
Civilisation, QQ83 (BA)

74 English Literature and English Language
C
52 Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, H801 (MEng) 52 Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, H831 (BEng) 52 Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering
Studies, QQ31 (BA)

74 English Literature and English Language
Studies, QVJ1 (BA)

40 Ancient History and English Literature, VQ13 (BA) 40 Ancient History and French, VR11 (BA) 40 Ancient History and German, VR12 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Greek, VQ17 (BA) 40 Ancient History and History, V110 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Italian, VR13 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Latin, VQ16 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Medieval Studies, V115 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Politics, VL12 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Spanish, VR14 (BA) 40 Ancient History and Welsh, VQ15 (BA) 104 Applied Mathematics, G120 (BSc)
Studies (with a year abroad), QQ3D (BA)

74 English Literature and French, QR31 (BA) 74 English Literature and Gender, Q3L3 (BA) 74 English Literature and Geography, LQ73 (BA) 74 English Literature and German, QR32 (BA) 74 English Literature and History, QV31 (BA) 74 English Literature and Italian, QR33 (BA) 74 English Literature and Latin, QQ36 (BA) 74 English Literature and Media Studies, QP33 (BA) 74 English Literature and Medieval Studies, QVH1 (BA) 74 English Literature and Politics, LQ23 (BA) 74 English Literature and Spanish, QR34 (BA) 74 English Literature and TEFL, QXH3 (BA)
specialisation (integrated 4-year degree),

H101 (BEng) 72 English Language Studies, Q310 (BA) 72 English language Studies (with a year

76 French and English Literature, QR31 (BA) 76 French and Geography, LR71 (BA) 76 French and German, RR12 (BA) 76 French and German (with Business
(with a year in industry), H832 (BEng)

52 Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering
Mathematics, GG41 (BSc)

42 Computing, G403 (MEng) 42 Computing and Communications, G420 (BSc) 42 Computing with Finance, G4L1 (BSc) 44 Criminology and Criminal Justice, M2L4 (BSc) 44 Criminology and Law, MM19 (LLB) 44 Criminology and Social Policy, MLF4 (BSc)
(with a year in industry), H890 (MEng)

54 Civil Engineering, H200 (BEng) 54 Civil Engineering, H201 (MEng) 54 Civil Engineering (with a year in industry), H202 (BEng) 54 Civil Engineering (with a year in industry), H204 (MEng) 40 Classical Civilisation, Q820 (BA) 40 Classical Civilisation and English
abroad), Q311 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and Ancient
Greek, QQ73 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and Ancient
Studies), RRC2 (BA)

76 French and German (with Computer
History, QVJ1 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and Classical
Studies), RRD2 (BA)

76 French and German (with Legal Studies), RR21 (BA) 76 French and History, RV11 (BA) 76 French and Italian, RR13 (BA) 76 French and Italian (with Business Studies), RRC3 (BA)
Civilisation, QQ38 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and English
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46 Economics, L104 (BA) 46 Economics (with a year abroad), L105 (BA)
Literature, QQ31 (BA)

72 English Language Studies and French, QRJ1 (BA)
Language Studies, QQ38 (BA)
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76 French and Italian (with Computer 80 Geography and Welsh, LQ75 (BA) 78 Geo-Informatics and Computer Science, GF48 (BSc) 78 Geo-Informatics and Geography, F830 (BSc) 78 Geo-Informatics and Mathematics, GF18 (BSc) 82 German, R220 (BA) 82 German (with Business Studies), R2N1 (BA) 82 German (with Computer Studies), R2G4 (BA) 82 German (with Legal Studies), R2M9 (BA) 82 German and American Studies, TR72 (BA) 82 German and Ancient Greek, QR72 (BA) 82 German and Ancient History, VR12 (BA) 82 German and Classical Civilisation, QR82 (BA) 82 German and Economics, LR12 (BA) 82 German and English Language Studies, QRJ2 (BA) 82 German and English Language Studies 82 German and Spanish (with Legal Studies), RR42 (BA) 82 German and TEFL, RX23 (BA) 82 German and Welsh, QR52 (BA) 82 German and Welsh (with Business 92 History and Politics, LV21 (BA) 92 History and Social Policy, LV43, (BA) 92 History and Spanish, RV41 (BA) 92 History and Welsh, QV51 (BA) 94 Humanities (part-time), (BA) 80 Human Geography, L720 (BA) 96 Italian and English Language Studies 116 Latin and Medieval Studies, QVP1 (BA) 146 Latin and Spanish, QR64 (BA) 158 Latin and Welsh, QQ56 (BA) 100 Law, M100 (LLB) 100 Law (Crime and Criminal Justice), MM12 (LLB) 100 Law and American Studies, MT17 (LLB), MT1R (LLB) 100 Law and Criminology, MM19 (LLB) 100 Law and Economics, ML11 (LLB) 100 Law and French, MR11 (LLB) 100 Law and German, MR12 (LLB) 100 Law and History, MVC1 (LLB) 100 Law and Italian, MR13 (LLB) 100 Law and Politics, LM21 (LLB) 100 Law and Spanish, MR14 (LLB) 100 Law and Welsh, MQ15 (LLB) 100 Law with Business, M1N1 (LLB Major/Minor)
Studies), RRD3 (BA)

76 French and Italian (with Legal Studies), RR31 (BA) 76 French and Latin, QR61 (BA) 76 French and Mathematics, GR11 (BSc) 76 French and Law, MR11 (LLB) 76 French and Media Studies, PR31 (BA) 76 French and Medieval Studies, RVC1 (BA) 76 French and Politics, LR21 (BA) 76 French and Spanish, RR14 (BA) 76 French and Spanish (with Business

96 Italian and English Literature, QR33 (BA) 96 Italian and European Politics, LRF3 (BA) 96 Italian and French, RR13 (BA) 96 Italian and French (with Business Studies), RRC3 (BA) 96 Italian and French (with Computer
Studies), RQ25 (BA)

82 German and Welsh (with Computer
Studies), RGF5 (BA)

82 German and Welsh (with Legal Studies), RQG5 (BA) 40 Greek and Ancient History, VQ17 (BA) 40 Greek and Classical Civilisation, QQ78 (BA) 40 Greek and English Language Studies, QQ73 (BA) 40 Greek and English Literature, QQ37 (BA) 40 Greek and French, QR71 (BA) 40 Greek and German, QR72 (BA) 40 Greek and History, QV71 (BA) 40 Greek and Medieval Studies, QVR1 (BA) 40 Greek and Welsh, QQ57 (BA)
I
46 International Business Economics, L160 (BSc) 36 International Business Management
Studies), RRD3 (BA)

96 Italian and French (with Legal Studies), RR31 (BA) 96 Italian and Geography, LR73 (BA) 96 Italian and German, RR23 (BA) 96 Italian and German (with Business
(North America), N128 (BA)

36 International Business Management
Studies), RRC4 (BA)

76 French and Spanish (with Computer
(Australasia), N125 (BA)

Studies), RRD4 (BA)

76 French and Spanish (with Legal Studies), RR41 (BA) 76 French and TEFL, RX13 (BA) 76 French and Welsh, QR51 (BA) 76 French and Welsh (with Business Studies), RQ15 (BA) 76 French and Welsh (with Computer
Studies), RRF3 (BA)

96 Italian and German (with Computer
(Europe), N126 (BA)

Studies), RRG3 (BA)

96 Italian and German (with Legal Studies), RR32 (BA) 96 Italian and History, RV31 (BA) 96 Italian and Latin, QR63 (BA) 96 Italian and Law, MR13 (LLB) 96 Italian and Media Studies, PR33 (BA) 96 Italian and Medieval Studies, RVH1 (BA) 96 Italian and Politics, LR23 (BA) 96 Italian and Spanish, RR34 (BA) 96 Italian and Spanish (with Business
(Language), N127 (BA)

(North America), N123 (BSc)

M
102 Marine Biology, C160 (BSc) 62 Materials Science and Engineering, J500 (BEng) 62 Materials Science and Engineering

82 German and English Literature, QR32 (BA) 82 German and French, RR12 (BA) 82 German and French (with Business
(Australasia), N121 (BSc)
Studies), RQC5 (BA)

76 French and Welsh (with Legal Studies), RR41 (BA)
H
84 Health and Social Care, L510 (BSc) 86 Healthcare Science Audiology, (BSc) 90 Healthcare Science Cardiology, (BSc) 88 Healthcare Science Nuclear Medicine, (BSc) 88 Healthcare Science Radiotherapy, (BSc) 90 Healthcare Science Respiratory, (BSc) 92 History, V100 (BA), V101 (BA) 92 History and American Studies, VT17 (BA), TV71 (BA) 92 History and Ancient History, V110 (BA) 92 History and Classical Civilisation, QV81 (BA) 92 History and Economics, LV11 (BA) 92 History and English Literature, QV31 (BA), QV3C (BA) 92 History and French, RV11 (BA) 92 History and Geography, LV71 (BA) 92 History and German, RV21 (BA) 92 History and Greek, QV71 (BA) 92 History (Modern) and International
(Europe), N124 (BSc)

(with a year in industry), J502 (BEng)

62 Materials Science and Engineering, J504 (MEng) 62 Materials Science and Engineering
Studies), RRC2 (BA)
(Language), N122 (BSc)

181 International Foundation Programme 138 International Relations, L254 (BA) 138 International Relations (with French), L2RD (BA) 138 International Relations (with German), L2R2 (BA) 138 International Relations (with Italian), L2R3 (BA) 138 International Relations (with Spanish), L2R4 (BA) 138 International Relations (with Welsh), L2Q5 (BA) 138 International Relations and American
G
110 Genetics, C400 (BSc) 80 Geography, L700 (BA) 80 Geography, F800 (BSc) 80 Geography (Human), L720 (BA) 80 Geography (Physical), F840 (BSc) 80 Geography (with European Studies), F8R9 (BSc) 80 Geography and American Studies, LT77 (BA), TL77 (BA) 80 Geography and Biological Sciences, CL17 (BSc) 80 Geography and Economics, LL17 (BA) 80 Geography and Economics, LL71 (BSc) 80 Geography and English Literature, LQ73 (BA) 80 Geography and French, LR71 (BA) 80 Geography and Geo-Informatics, F830 (BSc) 80 Geography and German, LR72 (BA) 80 Geography and History, LV71 (BA) 80 Geography and Italian, LR73 (BA) 80 Geography and Social Policy, LL47 (BA) 80 Geography and Spanish, LR74 (BA)
82 German and French (with Computer
Studies), RRD2 (BA)

82 German and French (with Legal Studies), RR21 (BA) 82 German and Geography, LR72 (BA) 82 German and History, RV21 (BA) 82 German and Italian, RR23 (BA) 82 German and Italian (with Business
Studies), RRH4 (BA)

96 Italian and Spanish (with Computer
(with a year in industry), J503 (MEng)

62 Materials Science and Engineering
Studies), RRJ4 (BA)

96 Italian and Spanish (with Legal Studies), RR43 (BA) 96 Italian and TEFL, RX33 (BA) 96 Italian and Welsh, QRM3 (BA) 96 Italian and Welsh (with Business Studies), RQ35 (BA) 96 Italian and Welsh (with Computer
(with a year abroad), J510 (BEng)

104 Mathematics, G100 (BSc) 104 Mathematics, G103 (MMath) 104 Mathematics and French, GR11 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and German, GR12 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Spanish, GR14 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Sports Science, GC16 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Welsh), GQ15 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Computer Science, GG41 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Economics, GL11 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Geo-Informatics, GF18 (BSc) 104 Mathematics and Physics, FG31 (BSc) 42 Mathematics for Computer Science, G4GC (BSc) 104 Mathematics for Finance, G190 (BSc) 64 Mechanical Engineering, H300 (BEng) 64 Mechanical Engineering, H304 (MEng)
Studies), RRF3 (BA)

82 German and Italian (with Computer
Studies), RRG3 (BA)

82 German and Italian (with Legal Studies), RR32 (BA) 82 German and Latin, QR62 (BA) 82 German and Law, MR12 (LLB) 82 German and Mathematics, GR12 (BSc) 82 German and Media Studies, PR32 (BA) 82 German and Politics, LR22 (BA) 82 German and Spanish, RR24 (BA) 82 German and Spanish (with Business
Studies), RQH5 (BA)

96 Italian and Welsh (with Legal Studies), QR53 (BA)
Studies, LT2R (BA)

138 International Relations and Modern
History, LV2C (BA)

42 Internet Technology, H641 (BSc) 96 Italian and American Studies, TR73 (BA) 96 Italian and Ancient History, VR13 (BA) 96 Italian and Classical Civilisation, QR83 (BA) 96 Italian and Economics, LR13 (BA) 96 Italian and English Language Studies, QRJ3 (BA)
L
72 Language and Communication, PQ91 (BA) 72 Latin and English Language Studies, QQ63 (BA) 74 Latin and English Literature, QQ36 (BA) 76 Latin and French, QR61 (BA) 82 Latin and German, QR62 (BA) 92 Latin and History, QV61 (BA), VQ1P (BA) 96 Latin and Italian, QR63 (BA)
Relations, LV2C (BA)

92 History and Italian, RV31 (BA) 92 History and Latin, QV61 (BA) 92 History and Law, MVC1 (LLB) 92 History and Medieval Studies, V130 (BA), V191 (BA)
Studies), RRF4 (BA)

82 German and Spanish (with Computer
Studies), RRG4 (BA)
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64 Mechanical Engineering (with a year in 120 Nursing (Mental Health), B760 (BN) 140 Psychology, C800 (BSc) 104 Pure Mathematics, G110 (BSc) 146 Spanish and Mathematics, GR14, (BSc) 146 Spanish and Media Studies, PR34 (BA) 146 Spanish and Medieval Studies, RVK1 (BA) 146 Spanish and Politics, LR24 (BA) 146 Spanish and TEFL, RX43 (BA) 146 Spanish and Welsh, QR54 (BA) 146 Spanish and Welsh (with Business 56 Telecommunications Engineering, H621 (MEng) 134 Theoretical Physics, F341 (BSc) 134 Theoretical Physics, F340 (MPhys) 154 Translation, Q910 (BA) 158 Welsh and German (with Business
Europe), H302 (BEng)

64 Mechanical Engineering (with a year
Studies), RQ25 (BA)

158 Welsh and German (with Computer
O
124 Osteopathy, B310 (MOst)

S
142 Social Policy, L400 (BSc) 142 Social Policy and Criminology, MLF4 (BSc) 142 Social Policy and Economics, LL41 (BA) 142 Social Policy and Politics, LL42 (BA) 142 Social Policy and Social History, LV43 (BA) 144 Social Work, L500 (BSc) 146 Spanish, R410 (BA) 146 Spanish (with Business Studies), R4N1 (BA) 146 Spanish (with Computer Studies), R4G4 (BA) 146 Spanish (with Legal Studies), R4M9 (BA) 146 Spanish and American Studies, TR74 (BA) 146 Spanish and Ancient History, VR14 (BA) 146 Spanish and Classical Civilisation, QR84 (BA) 146 Spanish and Economics, LR14 (BA) 146 Spanish and English Language Studies, QRJ4 (BA) 146 Spanish and English Language Studies
Studies), RQG5 (BA)

158 Welsh and German (with Legal Studies), RQF5 (BA) 158 Welsh and Greek, QQ57 (BA) 158 Welsh and History, QV51 (BA) 158 Welsh and Italian, QRM3 (BA) 158 Welsh and Italian (with Business Studies), RQ35 (BA) 158 Welsh and Italian (with Computer

P
126 Paramedic Science (DIPHE) 128 Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE), L0V0 (BA) 130 Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL), VLM5 (BA) 132 Physical Earth Science, FF86 (BSc) 80 Physical Geography, F840 (BSc) 134 Physics, F300 (BSc) 134 Physics (with a year abroad), F302 (BSc) 134 Physics, F303 (MPhys) 134 Physics (with a year abroad), F304 (MPhys) 134 Physics with Nanotechnology, F390 (BSc) 134 Physics with Particle Physics and
W
156 War and Society, L252 (BA) 158 Welsh, Q560 (BA) 158 Welsh (with Business Studies), Q5N1 (BA) 158 Welsh (with Computer Studies), Q5G4 (BA) 158 Welsh (with French), Q5R1 (BA) 158 Welsh (with German), Q5R2 (BA) 158 Welsh (with Legal Studies), Q5M9 (BA) 158 Welsh (with Spanish), Q5R4 (BA) 158 Welsh and American Studies, QT57 (BA) 158 Welsh and Ancient History, QT15 (BA) 158 Welsh and Classical Civilisation, QQ85 (BA) 158 Welsh and Economics, LQ15 (BA) 158 Welsh and English Language Studies, QQ35 (BA) 158 Welsh and English Literature, QQH5 (BA) 158 Welsh and French, RQ15 (BA) 158 Welsh and French (with Business Studies), RR15 (BA) 158 Welsh and French (with Computer
in North America), H303 (BEng)

106 Media Studies, P300 (BA) 106 Media Studies and English Language, PQ91 (BA) 106 Media Studies and English Literature, QP33 (BA) 106 Media Studies and French, PR31 (BA) 106 Media Studies and German, PR32 (BA) 106 Media Studies and Italian, PR33 (BA) 106 Media Studies and Politics, L220 (BA) 106 Media Studies and Spanish, PR34 (BA) 106 Media Studies and Welsh, PQ35 (BA) 108 Medical Biochemistry, C741 (BSc) 66 Medical Engineering, HB1V (MEng) 66 Medical Engineering, HB18 (BEng) 110 Medical Genetics, C431 (BSc) 112 Medical Sciences and Humanities, BV95 (BSc) 114 Medicine (Graduate-entry only), A101 (MB BCh) 116 Medieval Studies and Ancient Greek, QVR1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Ancient History, V115 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Classical
Studies), RQ45 (BA)

146 Spanish and Welsh (with Computer
Studies), RQK5 (BA)

146 Spanish and Welsh (with Legal Studies), RQL5 (BA) 70 Sports Materials, J400 (BEng) 148 Sports Science, C600 (BSc) 148 Sports Science, 006C (HND) 148 Sports Science and Mathematics, GC16 (BSc) 150 Sports Science and Engineering, CH61 (BEng) 150 Sports Science and Engineering, CH6C (MEng)
Studies), RQH5 (BA)

158 Welsh and Italian (with Legal Studies), QR53 (BA) 158 Welsh and Latin, QQ56 (BA) 158 Welsh and Law, MQ15 (LLB) 158 Welsh and Mathematics, GQ15 (BSc) 158 Welsh and Media Studies, PQ35 (BA) 158 Welsh and Medieval Studies, QVM1 (BA) 158 Welsh and Politics, LQF5 (BA) 158 Welsh and Spanish, QR54 (BA) 158 Welsh and Spanish (with Business
Cosmology, F3F5 (BSc)

134 Physics with Sports Science, F3C6 (BSc) 134 Physics and Computer Science, FG34 (BSc) 134 Physics and Mathematics, FG31 (BSc) 136 Political Communication, L220 (BA) 138 Politics, L200 (BA) 138 Politics and American Studies, LT27 (BA), TL72 (BA) 138 Politics and Ancient History, VL12 (BA) 138 Politics and Economics, LL12 (BA) 138 Politics and English Literature, LQ23 (BA) 138 Politics and French, LR21 (BA) 138 Politics and German, LR22 (BA) 138 Politics and History, LV21 (BA) 138 Politics and Italian, LR23 (BA) 138 Politics and Law, LM21 (LLB) 138 Politics and Social History, VL32 (BA) 138 Politics and Social Policy, LL42 (BA) 138 Politics and Spanish, LR24 (BA) 138 Politics and Welsh, LQF5 (BA) 68 Product Design Engineering, H150 (BEng) 68 Product Design Engineering, H155 (MEng) 68 Product Design Engineering (with a year
T
152 TEFL and English Language Studies, QX33 (BA) 152 TEFL and English Literature, QXH3 (BA) 152 TEFL and French, RX13 (BA) 152 TEFL and German, RX23 (BA) 152 TEFL and Italian, RX33 (BA) 152 TEFL and Spanish, RX43 (BA) 152 TEFL and Welsh, QX53 (BA) 56 Telecommunications Engineering, H640 (BEng)

146 Spanish and English Literature, QR34 (BA) 146 Spanish and French, RR14 (BA) 146 Spanish and French (with Business
Studies), RQ45 (BA)

158 Welsh and Spanish (with Computer
Studies), RQK5 (BA)

158 Welsh and Spanish (with Legal Studies), RQL5 (BA) 158 Welsh and TEFL, QX53 (BA)
Studies), RRC4 (BA)

146 Spanish and French (with Computer
Studies), RQC5 (BA)

158 Welsh and French (with Legal Studies), RQD5 (BA) 158 Welsh and Geography, LQ75 (BA) 158 Welsh and German, QR52 (BA)
Studies), RRD4 (BA)

146 Spanish and French (with Legal Studies), RR41 (BA) 146 Spanish and Geography, LR74 (BA) 146 Spanish and German, RR24 (BA) 146 Spanish and German (with Business
Z
160 Zoology, C300 (BSc)
Civilisation, QVV1 (BA)

116 Medieval Studies and English Literature, QVH1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and French, RVC1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and History, V130 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Italian, RVH1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Latin, QVP1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Spanish, RVK1 (BA) 116 Medieval Studies and Welsh, QVM1 (BA) 118 Midwifery, B720 (BMid) 42 Mobile Communications and Internet
Studies), RRF4 (BA)

146 Spanish and German (with Computer
Studies), RRG4 (BA)

146 Spanish and German (with Legal Studies), RR42 (BA) 146 Spanish and History, RV41 (BA) 146 Spanish and Italian, RR34 (BA) 146 Spanish and Italian (with Business
Things you might like to know

The information weve published in this prospectus is intended as a guide for prospective students thinking about studying at Swansea University in 2013. It does not form part of any contract, and we have made every effort to ensure that everything we have included is accurate and up-to-date at the time of going to print. Swansea University reserves the right to change our fees, regulations, and services, and to modify, withdraw, or add new courses and degrees programmes at any time, and without notice. This prospectus is printed on paper made from pulp produced from sustainable sources using vegetable-based inks. Produced by the Marketing Department, Swansea University Design: Icon Creative Design, www.iconcreativedesign.com Images on pages 8,11,13,166 Crown Copyright (2007) Visit Wales Swansea University is a registered charity. No.1138342 Swansea University 2012
Technology, H646 (BSc)
in North America), H153 (BEng)

68 Product Design Engineering (with a year
Studies), RRH4 (BA)

146 Spanish and Italian (with Computer
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120 Nursing (Adult), B702 (BN) 120 Nursing (Child), B703 (BN) 120 Nursing (Mental Health), B704 (BN) 120 Nursing (Adult), B740 (BN)
in Europe), H152 (BEng)

Studies), RRJ4 (BA)

146 Spanish and Italian (with Legal Studies), RR43 (BA) 146 Spanish and Latin, QR64 (BA) 146 Spanish and Law, MR14 (LLB)

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History and heritage

A brief history
The Universitys foundation stone was laid by King George V on 19 July 1920 and 89 students (including 8 female students) enrolled that same year. In 1921, Dr Mary Williams became the first woman to be appointed to a Chair at a UK university when she became Professor of French language and literature. By September 1939, there were 65 staff and 485 students. In 1947 there were just two permanent buildings on campus: Singleton Abbey and the library. The Principal, J S Fulton, recognised the need to expand the estate and had a vision of a self-contained community, with residential, social and academic facilities on a single site. His vision was to become the first university campus in the UK. By 1960 a large-scale development programme was underway that would see the construction of new halls of residence, the Maths and Science Tower, and College House (later renamed Fulton House). Work began on the student village at Hendrefoelan in 1971, the South Wales Miners Library was established in 1973 and the Taliesin Arts Centre opened on campus in 1984. The Regional Schools of Nursing transferred to Swansea in 1992, and the School of Medicine opened in 2001, marking a significant increase in Wales capacity to train doctors and undertake innovative research. In 2003, the University set out objectives designed to secure its long-term future as a research-led institution of international calibre. Technium Digital opened in 2005 and, barely two years later, the University opened its Institute of Life Science, which commercialises the results of research undertaken in the School of Medicine. Work commenced on a second Institute of Life Science in 2009. December 2011 saw the opening of ILS Phase Two, a state-of-the-art centre for conducting pioneering medical research. Swansea University is now enjoying a period of sustained research-led growth, and continues to work for the benefit of the city, its people and industries. Further information about our history and heritage can be found on our website at www.swansea.ac.uk/ university/AboutUs
Your Alumni Association

Swansea Universitys Alumni Association ensures that you can stay closely connected to the University long after the applause of your graduation ceremony has faded. All our graduates automatically become life members of the Association, a warm, welcoming community of graduates united by their experiences of studying in Swansea. The Association is a vibrant network of 55,000 active members who are working at every level in industry, commerce, sport and the public sector. They are heading divisions of multinational companies, but they are just as likely to be managing the smaller, entrepreneurial businesses that drive the economy, or delivering healthcare in hospitals, or teaching in schools.There is also a growing community of international alumni, meaning that you will find like-minded friends and colleagues wherever you are in the world. Make the most of this network. You never know what
twitter.com/Swansea_Alumni SwanseaUniversiyAlumniAssociation
doors may be opened in the UK or overseas as a result of the relationships forged through being alumni of Swansea University. Through the Alumni Association, you can keep up-to-date with the latest University news, services, and merchandise, attend reunions, and keep in touch with your friends using the online Buddy Board. Its all free of charge visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/alumni for further details. Youll be in good company. Our alumni include: Annabelle Apsion, actress Liam Dutton, BBC weather forecaster Richey Edwards and Nicky Wire, musicians, Manic Street Preachers Dr Lyn Evans CBE, Project Leader, Large Hadron Collider, CERN Hywel Francis MP
Renee Godfrey, champion surfer, television presenter Sylvia Heal MP, Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons (2000-10) Andy Hopper CBE FRS, co-founder of Acorn Computers Ltd Rob Howley, Wales and British Lions rugby union international Liz Johnson, Paralympic gold medal-winning swimmer Alun-Wyn Jones, Wales and British Lions rugby union international Simon Jones, Worcestershire and England cricketer Sir Terry Matthews OBE, Wales first billionaire Jason Mohammad, television presenter Colin Pillinger CBE, planetary scientist Penny Roberts, BBC Chief Reporter Urien Wiliam, Welsh language novelist and playwright
The University receives its Royal Charter; King George V lays the foundation stone at Singleton Abbey
Coat of arms granted by the College of Heralds
The library, designed by Vernon Owen Rees, is opened by the Duke of Kent
Kinglsey Amis writes Lucky Jim whilst lecturing at Swansea
First campus halls of residence opened
Mathematics and Physicsbuilding (Vivian Tower) and College House (Fulton House) opened
Taliesin Theatre opens on campus
University College of Swansea becomes University of Wales Swansea
Richard Burton collection comes to Swansea
50 million Institute of Life Science opens
Swansea celebrates its 90th anniversary
1920 1921
1921 1925
1937 1948
1954
1961 1962
The University receives its first digitalcomputer, an IBM1620
1965 1967
Professor Olek Zienkiewicz revolutionises engineering with the publication of The Finite Element Method for Solid and Structural Mechanics
1984 1971
Work starts on a new student village at Hendrefoelan
1996 1985
Former Prime Minister, Lord Callaghan, appointed President
2005 2001
Establishment of the School of Medicine (initially a clinical school)
2007 2006
Universitys own degree-awarding powers granted
2010 2011
28.8 million Institute of Life Science Phase Two opens
2007
Swansea University gains independence from the University of Wales
Professor Mary Williams becomes the first woman in the UK to be appointed to a university chair
Beck Hall opened as the first hall of residence
J S Fulton outlines his vision of a complete university community, paving the way for Swansea to become the first campus university in the UK
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Cover Location: The Sail Bridge, Swansea Marina

{an exciting vision}

Tel: +44 (0)1792 295784 www.swansea.ac.uk Swanseauni swanseauniversity

Professor Richard B. Davies Vice-Chancellor

Welcome to Swansea 02 Student life in Swansea 06 Research at Swansea 14 Support at Swansea 20

Global opportunities at Swansea 24 Sport at Swansea 26 Swansea students 30, 162

College of Human and Health Sciences

College of Business, Economics and Law School of Business and Economics

Department of Adult Continuing Education

A journey of discovery { begins right here }

Rewarding Academic Success

The atmosphere at Swansea

Laura Pettit BSc Business Management

See for yourself

Reem Al-Hassani, BSc Actuarial Studies with Accounting

a breath of fresh air

of our students agree that Swansea University

(i-graduate Student Barometer, Autumn 2011)

Out and about

A whole new world { a whole new you}

Cafes, culture { and breath-taking countryside}

Engineering adventure at 1,000mph

Dr Ben Evans is CFD modeller on the

Leading the way

Low Cost Biomedical Sensors

The Richard Burton Centre for the Study of Wales

Hywel Dda Research Institute

Predicting Sea Level Rises

The Artificial Lung

Were with you { all the way}

Support from professional bodies

Employability Planning for your future

Discovery student volunteering

The Science and Innovation Campus

Isabel, BA Egyptology and Ancient History

Go further { worlds of opportunity}

a graduate with any overseas international experience as more employable.

One third of employers viewed

Meet our student bloggers

Where can I go?

Follow us on Twitter/swanseaIDO www.facebook.com/GOFurtherSwanseaUniversity

Australia Austria Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Hong Kong Hungary Italy

Netherlands New Zealand Norway Patagonia Portugal

Spain Sweden Switzerland USA

Aimee, BA International Business Management

A True Sporting University

Nathan, BSc Sports Science

Sporting Entrance Scholarships

Varsity is always a massive

Alun-Wyn Jones, Wales and Ospreys Rugby, and Swansea graduate

{Sport} set your goals

Daniel Caines Jo Crerar

Alun-Wyn Jones Daniel Jones

Martyn Davies Tim Dolton Tim Dykes

Katherine Lenaghan Katrina Lowe

Sarah Powtle Hockey,

Athletics, GB (Olympics) Rugby, Wales Swimming, Scotland (CG)

Renee Godfrey Victoria Hale Emma James

Swimming, Wales (CG) Hockey, Wales (CG)

I moved to Swansea for the degree programme as much as

(CG) Commonwealth Games 29

Alex, BSc Zoology