Course summary

"If you are interested in analysing a range of literary texts from various contexts and historical periods alongside exploring the complex relationships between literature, politics and history and develop your knowledge of a world language and you would like to spend a year abroad then this is the degree for you. Our English Literature and Spanish degree programme offers you the opportunity to: • Study modules which include Latin American literature and culture, contemporary Spanish politics, Twentieth and Twenty-First century Spanish and Catalan literature. • Undertake your third year of your degree in Spain. You can study at a University, teach in a school or work in a business during your year abroad. • Cover literature themes from the early-Medieval period to the present day, while also developing your knowledge of critical theory and the diversity of approaches to literature. Swansea is the birthplace of Dylan Thomas, widely regarded by many literary scholars as one of the Twentieth Century's most influential lyrical poets, and amongst the finest as such of all time. Our Employability Officer supports our students with information and advice which is backed up by the University’s Careers Service and Work Placement Team. All students have access to events, workshops and employer talks, including an annual conference for students in June to support final year students with the transition into the world of work. Set in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the breathtaking Gower Peninsula, the University's location is captivating. Swansea's multicultural campus community provides a global perspective and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. We are proud of the variety and quality of the teaching that we offer to undergraduates and post graduates which is informed by our and research, much of it world-leading. English Literature at Swansea is ranked:

• Top 101-150 in the World (QS World Rankings 2023)

• Ranked 11th in UK for Research Impact (REF2021)

• 97% of graduates in employment &/or study, or doing other activities, such as travelling, 15 months after leaving Swansea University (HESA 2023)

• Top 25 in the UK for Graduate Outcomes (Complete University Guide 2024)