| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Graduates develop key academic and professional skills, preparing them for impactful careers in diverse fields while contributing to the linguistic, cultural, and economic future of Wales. The program emphasizes research, critical thinking, and practical experience, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an evolving global job market.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Objectives:
- Develop key academic and professional skills in Welsh language and literature.
- Cultivate intellectual skills in critical thinking, historical analysis, and effective communication.
- Gain practical experience through work placements and independent research projects.
- Prepare for impactful careers in various fields while contributing to the linguistic, cultural, and economic future of Wales.
Program Description:
- 3-year undergraduate program offered by Cardiff University.
- Combines intensive language study with historical exploration, providing a unique perspective.
- Blends traditional academic approaches with modern technology for an engaging learning experience.
- Emphasizes research and inquiry, equipping students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Fosters independent research opportunities, culminating in a final year dissertation project.
- Connects students with leading professionals through guest lectures and industry visits.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Welsh: Focuses on developing key skills in language, analysis, creativity, and employability.
- History: Introduces core frameworks for historical study, delving into global connections and historical change.
Year 2:
- Welsh: Builds on Year 1 skills, focusing on language within both academic and vocational contexts.
- History: Explores different historical approaches and methods, delving deeper into evidence analysis and interpretation.
Year 3:
- Welsh: Offers advanced modules, including professional writing, translation, education, and research-oriented projects.
- History: Provides diverse specialist modules including Age of Arthur, Crusading Worlds, Environmental Histories, and more.
Assessment:
- Diverse assessment methods including source criticisms, research projects, presentations, creative portfolios, blog posts, essays, and exams.
- Emphasis on applying knowledge to real-world problems and developing critical thinking skills.
- Regular feedback provided to aid students in their progress and development.
Teaching:
- Blend of lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual and group projects.
- Interactive learning environment fostering critical discussion and engagement with key ideas.
- One-to-one supervision during independent research projects.
- Access to online learning resources including multimedia materials, presentations, and discussion boards.
Careers:
- Graduates are equipped for careers in various fields including law, politics, media, creative industries, marketing, translation, education, and more.
- Program equips students with relevant skills such as critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, all highly valued by employers.
- Alumni network provides valuable connections and mentorship opportunities.
Other:
- Program emphasizes research-informed teaching, ensuring students learn from the latest findings and advancements in the field.
- Strong emphasis on developing communication skills through written and spoken Welsh, preparing students for professional settings.
- International opportunities available through exchange programs and collaborations with leading universities worldwide.
- Program embraces a supportive and inclusive learning environment, promoting diversity and fostering a sense of community among students.
Fees for home status
We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.
Students from the EU, EEA and Switzerland
We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. Learn more about the undergraduate fees for students from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man.
Accommodation
We have a range of residences to suit your needs and budget.
Living costs
We're based in one of the UK's most affordable cities. Find out more about living costs in Cardiff.
