American Studies with a Year Abroad, BA (Hons)
-
Honestly, it was one of the best decision ever. I felt like home and it was a great feeling specially when you're living in home way from home. Nice
← | →
Bachelor's degree
In Singleton Park
Description
-
Type
Bachelor's degree
-
Location
Singleton park (Wales)
-
Start date
Different dates available
Description
The American Studies programme aims to cover all aspects of American civilization, examining history, literature, politics, society and popular culture from the discovery and founding of the “New World” up to and including the ever-changing modern face of the most influential nation on the planet.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
Entry Requirements
Our standard entry requirement is BBB (UCAS tariff points 120) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including BTEC Diploma DMM; International Baccalaureate 32; Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.
Reviews
-
Honestly, it was one of the best decision ever. I felt like home and it was a great feeling specially when you're living in home way from home. Nice
← | →
Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
Peter McCarthy
This centre's achievements
All courses are up to date
The average rating is higher than 3.7
More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months
This centre has featured on Emagister for 14 years
Subjects
- Politics
Course programme
Modules
Disclaimer: Module selection options may change.
Year 1 (Level 4)
FHEQ 4 Degree / HECert
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory ModulesModule CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameAM-111Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20The American Experience 1492-2000AM-112Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20American Politics and SocietyAM-113Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Introduction to American Literature and Culture
Optional ModulesOptional Modules
Choose Exactly 60 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Please select 60 credits from the list below. Students will be expected to take an overall 120 credits for the year; 60 credits in Semester 1 and 60 credits in Semester 2.
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidanceHIH121Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Europe of Extremes: 1789 - 1989HUA101Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Theories of WarHUA102Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20War and Warfare in the Modern WorldHUP101Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Ethics, Justice, and SocietyMS-120Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Introduction to Media HistoryMSS106Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Hollywood: A History of American FilmPO-118Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20War and Peace in the Nuclear AgePO-119Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Politics and the PeoplePO-125Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20What is Politics and International Relations?
Year 3 (Level 5 YR OUT)
FHEQ 5 Sandwich Year
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory ModulesNone found.
Optional Modules
Choose Exactly 120 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Students will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions and to experience different culture.
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidanceAM-R00Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)120Year Abroad (American Studies)
Year 4 (Level 6)
FHEQ 6 Degree / Honours
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory ModulesModule CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameAM-336Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)40American Studies Dissertation
Optional ModulesOptional Module Choices
Choose Exactly 80 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Students must select 120 credits per year, 60 credits in each teaching block. 100 credits must be of AM coded modules or from modules in the cognate disciplines as listed below. An optional 20 credit 'elective' module can be chosen from within the College of Arts and Humanities. It is recommended that students select 80 credits of AM coded modules.
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidanceAM-316Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Contemporary American FictionAM-320Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Drug War USA: The Politics of ProhibitionAM-330Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20America and the BombAM-333Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20African American Literature 1910-1940: The Harlem RenaissanceAM-335Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20The American Civil War in History and MemoryAM-338Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Clear and Present Danger: Terrorism and AmericaAM-339Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Popular Music and the CityHUA301Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Gunfighter Nation: the West in History, Mythology and FictionHUA306Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20The Aftermaths of WarHUA308Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Real War, Imagined War: War in Literature, Art, Cinema and MusicMS-302Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Media, Gender and SexualityPO-3114Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20The International Politics of SpacePO-3316Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)20Shadow Wars: US Presidents and covert action from the Cold War to ObamaPO-392Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)20Contemporary Security
American Studies with a Year Abroad, BA (Hons)