Leadership for Global Challenges with a Year in Industry, BSc (Hons)
Swansea University
Leadership for Global Challenges with a Year in Industry, BSc (Hons)
Course Summary
Develop the skills, knowledge and intellectual tools to be able to initiate change and make a difference in the world around you with the BSc Leadership for Global Challenges at Swansea University.
On this degree, you will examine societal problems and challenges that transcend state borders, acquiring the skills necessary to develop and champion innovative and sustainable solutions that have the potential to improve people’s lives.
The programme is designed to develop the next generation of leaders, and is structured around a global challenges theme that explores vital issues such as climate change, sustainable development, migration, terrorism, inequality and poverty, and how they affect the world in which we live.
The degree will provide you with knowledge in a combination of disciplines; politics, philosophy, development studies, public policy, law, management and media, which are woven together to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of key global issues, of decision-making processes and the methods to investigate and advocate potential solutions for change.
The programme is offered within the School of Social Sciences but has been specifically designed to take advantage of the portfolio of modules and expertise offered across the entire Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, with teaching being delivered on both Singleton Park and Bay Campuses. It is therefore unique in offering students a truly inter-disciplinary and integrated approach to the challenges faced by modern day society in a leadership context.
In parallel with your academic development, the degree will also develop your personal and professional skills. With a focus on honing your leadership and entrepreneurial skills, you will be empowered to make a difference in your chosen career.
Course Details - Modules
Teaching will be delivered across the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, on both Singleton Park and Bay Campuses.
The modules on this programme will be delivered using a wide range of traditional and innovative teaching and learning strategies, and methods that will vary across modules and cover:
formal taught sessions, practice-oriented modules, self-learning activities using Canvas (e.g quizzes, data collection exercises with real-world databases) and supervised sessions.
Year 1 modules are likely to include:
• Enterprise and Creativity: Entrepreneurship in Practice
• Environments of Social Policy
• Introduction to Global Politics and Challenges
• Living Well and Doing Good: Introduction to Ethics
• Public Relations: Strategic Communications
Year 2 modules are likely to include:
• Global Summit Simulation
• International Security
• Race and Ethnicity: American Perspectives
• Social Media Cultures
• State and Political Institutions
Year 3 modules are likely to include:
• Game Theory
• Human Rights and Social Justice
• Leadership
• Sustainability and Environmental Management
• Understanding and Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism
Course Details – Assessment Method
The programme will be assessed using a diverse range of assessment methods, designed to develop you to succeed in your future career.
Assessments include methods such as presentation of scenarios and plans, vlogs, research proposals, group work, briefing papers, campaign plans etc. as these reflect the skills and knowledge base that graduates require in related career paths.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
LN3I
Institution code:
S93
Campus Name:
Singleton Park Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Please also view our alternative entry requirements to learn more about qualifications such as the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course