The BA in Welsh part-time is relevant to contemporary Wales and delivered by a school noted for its research quality and impact. The course aims to produce graduates with a thorough academic and practical understanding of the Welsh language, its literature and culture, a high level of skill in written and spoken Welsh and well-developed employability and creative skills relevant to modern Wales.

The School of Welsh offers the opportunity to study the BA Welsh single honours degree on a part-time basis for applicants wishing to study a degree in Welsh but whose circumstances don’t allow them to apply for a full-time degree.

The course offers a range of core and optional modules to give you a grounding in Welsh language and literature as well as the opportunity to specialise in areas of personal or vocational interest. Another key aim is to enable you to find inspiration and fulfilment in the study of the Welsh language and its culture.

In contemporary Wales, with the growth of the Welsh Government and the introduction of the Welsh Language Act, the ability to work professionally through the medium of Welsh could be attractive to employers.  Studying at Cardiff is an opportunity to benefit from socially-relevant research which is contributing to the development of Welsh in the 21st century.

Distinctive features

The distinctive features of the course include:

• the opportunity to follow a degree course that develops skills relevant to both the academic world and the workplace
• a range of core and optional modules in Welsh language, literature and culture as well as the opportunity to specialise in areas of personal and career interest
• the emphasis on practical research skills, that will benefit you throughout your career
• the emphasis on independent learning in a supportive environment
• the involvement of research-active staff in teaching
• the experience of being taught by staff who will recognise you as an individual