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Swansea University: Languages, Translation and Media
www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate
Welcome to the School of Culture and Communication, where our students, staff, and research centres contribute to the university's cultural and civic mission work.
Based within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, our postgraduate courses are designed to enable our students to become accomplished, socially aware, global citizens, and we work with a range of industry partners to allow our students to gain practical experience in their chosen field of study.
Why Choose Swansea?
- Ranked 51–100 in the world for Classics & Ancient History (QS World University Rankings 2025)
- Ranked 101–150 in the world for English Language & Literature (QS World University Rankings 2025)
- Ranked 151 – 200 in the world for Communication & Media Studies (QS World University Rankings 2025)
- In the top 100 European Institutions (QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025)
- 5th in the UK for Impact (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025)
- Welsh University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2025)
Our Postgraduate Degrees
From master’s degrees to PhD study, we offer a stimulating range of taught and research courses at the school in the following subject areas:
- American Studies
- Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology
- English Language, TESOL, Applied Linguistics
- English Literature, Creative Writing
- History
- Media, Communications, Journalism, PR
- Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting
- Welsh
Our degrees are delivered through practical sessions, lectures, seminars, and workshops, which allow you to develop key transferable skills to prepare you for your future chosen career.
Our Facilities
As a student at the School of Culture and Communication, you could have access to a range of facilities to support your studies, including:
- The Taliesin Arts Centre and Taliesin Create – a dynamic on-campus theatre, cinema, and inclusive creatives spaces
- Technology Enhanced Learning Suite – which are fitted with touch screens and lecture capture technology, allowing you to revisit any of your lectures online
- Adobe Design Suite and Media Creativity Suite – fully equipped computer labs and video studios kitted out with iMAC computers and industry standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Final Pro X
- Interpreting Suite and Language Laboratories – with the latest translation software and our state-of-the-art eye tracker sensor technology
- Fully Equipped Audio-Visual Production Studios – complete with green screen and video editing suites
- Richard Burton Archives – an extensive collection of local, regional, and nationally significant materials
- Egypt Centre – Swansea University’s on-campus museum of over 5,000 Egyptian antiquities offering students practical object-centred learning and teaching opportunities
Thriving and Diverse Research
The school is a dynamic centre of interdisciplinary research, bringing together scholars from diverse academic backgrounds—including language, literature, media, heritage, and identity studies across time and geography. Our work is deeply rooted in both local and global contexts, translating theoretical insight into meaningful, real-world impact. Through our specialist research centres, we foster innovative inquiry into a wide range of topics, from medieval texts and digital humanities to gender studies, cultural memory and more.
Postgraduate Scholarships and Bursaries
We know that funding your studies is an important consideration. That’s why we offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to support both UK and international postgraduate students. Whether you’re applying for a taught master’s or research programme, you could be eligible for financial support that helps you make the most of your time at Swansea. Find out more.
Employability Support
Our team of specialist staff in the Swansea Employability Academy can help you plan and prepare for your future. They can help you identify and develop skills that will enable you to make the most of your postgraduate degree and enhance your career options. Services on offer include:
- One-to-one guidance on job searching
- CV writing and interview preparation workshops
- Short-term work placements
- College specific employability initiatives
Many of our postgraduate courses are accredited by professional bodies, ensuring that your final qualification is recognised by employers.
A City with a Big Personality
Not everyone can say that the beach is right on their doorstep, but Swansea students can. The School of Culture and Communication is based on Singleton Campus which is situated by the beach, surrounded by mature parklands, and just a short walk away from the vibrant city centre.
We understand that postgraduate study isn’t just about academics — it’s about finding the right environment where you can thrive. Swansea has recently been named the safest city for students in Wales and 7th overall across the UK (Complete University Guide 2024). Swansea offers not only a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, but also peace of mind for both UK and international students (and parents). You’ll join a vibrant and inclusive community, with dedicated support to help you settle in and succeed.
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Available courses
- Applied Linguistics (Doctor of Philosophy - PhD/MA (Res)/Master of Philosophy - MPhil)
- Communication, Media Practice and Public Relations (MA)
- Digital Media (MA (Res)/Master of Philosophy - MPhil)
- Literary Translation (MA (Res))
- Media and Communication Studies (Doctor of Philosophy - PhD/Master of Philosophy - MPhil)
- Media Studies (MA (Res))
- Modern Languages (Doctor of Philosophy - PhD/MA (Res)/Master of Philosophy - MPhil)
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