Modern Languages and English Literature

Discover the stories, voices, and cultures that shape our world.

In a multilingual world, understanding how language and literature shape identity, politics, and culture has never been more vital. Our BA Modern Languages and English Literature degree invites you to explore the power of words, across centuries, continents, and languages, while gaining the skills and fluency to communicate confidently in an ever more interconnected and interdependent world.

This dynamic, interdisciplinary degree combines the richness of studying literature in English with the intellectual and cultural depth of a modern language.

This unique combination of literary study with language practice, allows you to open doors to careers within and beyond the UK, from translation and cultural heritage to international organisations, museums, and cultural industries and beyond. The flexibility of language broadens your employability horizons, enabling you to work confidently with global partners and institutions and to communicate across borders comfortably.

Whilst the literature part of the degree complements these pathways by deepening your analytical abilities and nurturing the empathetic and cultural insight essential for you to contribute meaningfully to an interconnected and evolving global society.

Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.

With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn’t the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she’s got a big personality with a cost of living that’s refreshingly affordable compared to most other UK cities. Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.

As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.

With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.

Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.