BA (Hons) Celtic Studies (Distance) Bachelor's degree at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David
BA (Hons) Celtic Studies (Distance) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Delivered in part-time mode from a nationally recognised degree-awarding body, the course brings together core theory, research methods, and applied practice, alongside specialist options and an independent project that lets you pursue…
About this course
BA (Hons) Celtic Studies (Distance) is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for General Studies, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 6 modules
- Academic SkillsCompulsory20 credits
- An Introduction to the Celtic LanguagesCompulsory20 credits
- The Early CeltsCompulsory20 credits
- An Introduction to Celtic LiteraturesCompulsory20 credits
- Introduction to Celtic ArtCompulsory20 credits
- Welsh Language Skills 1Compulsory20 credits
Year 2 - Year A 8 modules
- Independent ProjectCompulsory40 credits
- Gwlad, gwlad: Aspects of Welsh History 1200 to the present dayCompulsory20 credits
- Medieval Prose in WalesCompulsory20 credits
- Representations of BrittanyCompulsory20 credits
- Welsh and Celtic Place-NamesCompulsory20 credits
- Welsh Language Skills 2Compulsory20 credits
- Identity and Myth: The Normans and their WorldOptional20 credits
- The Irish Question 1886-1998: from Charles Parnell to the Good Friday AgreementOptional20 credits
Year 2 - Year B 7 modules
- Welsh Medieval Praise PoetryCompulsory20 credits
- Celtic Sanctity and Spirituality: Hagiography and Saints' CultsCompulsory20 credits
- True BritsCompulsory20 credits
- Cornwall without CornishCompulsory20 credits
- Roman BritainOptional20 credits
- From Desert Myths to Sheep Tales: The Cistercians in the Middle AgesOptional20 credits
- Relics of the Celtic Revival: Ten Key Texts in ContextOptional20 credits
Year 3 1 modules
- DissertationCompulsory60 credits
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
Celtic Studies at this level typically combines foundational knowledge of Celtic languages, cultures and history with flexible specialisation. You'll usually begin with core concepts and academic skills, progressing through the subject's main strands, such as language study, literature, history and cultural traditions, alongside data and research literacy. In your intermediate year, you'll undertake applied projects, choose optional modules to broaden your perspective, and develop specialist depth in areas that interest you. Towards completion, you'll engage with professional skills development, optional placement opportunities, and an independent research project or dissertation that draws together your learning across the discipline.
Who it's for
You're drawn to Celtic cultures, languages, or history, and want flexibility to study around work or other commitments. You're self-directed, comfortable learning independently, and motivated by the chance to explore a subject in depth rather than as a mainstream option. Distance study suits you if you thrive with structured materials but value control over your pace and location. This course works well if you're seeking intellectual engagement with a specialist field without the constraints of campus-based study.
Careers & job market
Across General Studies degrees nationally, 85% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating. Of those working, 65% are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. Early-career earnings (15 months post-graduation) range from £24,000 to £30,000 nationally. After five years, graduates in the field earn between £25,075 and £35,400. Your eventual path will depend on your sector, role, and location, these figures reflect broader labour-market patterns rather than guarantees.
University & format
This is a part-time bachelor's degree (BA Hons) delivered by distance learning through the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, a UK degree-awarding body. Teaching is in English. The university was founded in 2010 and is.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Set under Wales's student-finance system; the provider's page is authoritative.
Check fees at University of Wales Trinity Saint David →If you normally live in Wales
2026/27 total maintenance support from Student Finance Wales. How much of it is grant and how much is loan depends on household income; the total does not. If you normally live elsewhere, use your home funding body.
Check your entitlement with Student Finance Wales →Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: paid directly to the university by Student Finance Wales.
- Maintenance support: a mix of grant and loan from Student Finance Wales, weighted to household income.
- Repayment: only above the income threshold, and written off at the end of the plan term.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
Wales runs its own system through Student Finance Wales; check studentfinancewales.co.uk for current rates.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
We only display a named award when its provider source identifies the award and who it is for.
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Careers & earnings
What General Studies graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in general studies · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs General Studies nationally
National figures for General Studies graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How General Studies graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where General Studies graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Employers across sectors
- Public sector
- Corporates & charities
- Startups
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit General Studies graduates.
General PractitionerMatchMedicsGeneral ManagerParkside RecruitmentGeneral ManagerThe Management Recruitment Group (MRG)General ManagerBite TalentGeneral ForemanCONTRACT SCOTLAND LIMITEDGeneral PractitionerFlexzo AiWho studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Combined and general studies across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Is General Studies right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Wales Trinity Saint David from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by University of Wales Trinity Saint David; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Wales Trinity Saint David and gov.uk before you apply.
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