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Swansea University
Swansea University

Swansea University

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Founded in 1920, Swansea University is an institution with a 100-year heritage. Located just three hours from London by train, Swansea is a well-established university with a long history of prestigious research, academic success, excellent facilities, and high standards of teaching.

At Swansea University, you will become part of an ambitious, research-led institution that houses a truly global community. With staff and students from over 130 countries, you’ll never feel far from home.

Located close to the city centre and on the edge of the stunning Gower Peninsula (the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Swansea University offers the perfect location to take your next steps towards your future career, in a city that is ranked as the 7th safest in the UK (Complete University Guide 2024).

At Swansea, we carry a warm Welsh welcome with us and a commitment to purposeful, practical research, which makes a positive difference to the world around us. We have a strong record for employability, and we are currently ranked 9th in the UK for the percentage of graduates in sustained employment, further study, or both, one year after graduating (UK Government LEO 2024).

By choosing Swansea, you will be choosing an institution that is dedicated to your success and providing you with the best opportunities possible. As a result, we are currently ranked in the Top 300 Universities in the World (QS World Rankings 2025), and 100% of students surveyed would recommend us (Uni Compare).

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Swansea University has two beachfront campuses, located at either end of Swansea’s 5-mile waterfront. Singleton Park Campus is surrounded by mature parkland and botanical gardens, overlooking Swansea Bay beach, while the modern Bay Campus is located right on the beach, on the eastern approach into the city.

Both campuses are within easy reach of the city centre, which is going through an exciting stage of investment and development. Our multicultural campuses boast a diverse community and a relaxed atmosphere that will allow you the space you need to grow and learn.

We benefit from having a range of accommodation open to students on both campuses, with en-suites available, as well as accessible and adapted rooms, and the option to live in single-sex, alcohol-free or quiet halls of residence, as well as those suited to postgraduate and mature students.

If you are living overseas, it might be difficult to view residences in person, so we have some helpful virtual tours available on our website. You can find more information on our website under Accommodation.

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    At Swansea, we provide a range of scholarships to help you with the cost of going to university, which are available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and you can benefit from a relatively low cost of living.

    The cost of rent, food, and entertainment in Swansea is lower than it is in many larger UK cities, so you may find that your budget stretches further. Rent in Swansea is on average 64% lower than in London and on average 17.6% lower than in Cardiff.

    Excellence Scholarships of up to £7,000 are available, and there is a wide range of additional scholarships and bursaries, which acknowledge academic, sporting, and musical talents.

    For more information, visit our international scholarships webpage on our website.

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    RANKED 26TH IN THE UK

    The Guardian University Guide 2023

    RANKED 15TH IN THE UK FOR COURSE SATISFACTION

    The Guardian University Guide 2023

    RANKED TOP UNIVERSITY IN WALES

    The Guardian University Guide (2023)

    RANKED 15TH IN THE UK FOR OVERALL STUDENT SATISFACTION

    StudentCrowd University Awards (2022)

    top 25 international

    WhatUni Student Choice Awards (2022)

    • At Swansea, we pride ourselves on the level of support and guidance that we offer throughout your time with us, and our sector-leading facilities that will enhance your student experience. You can benefit from having access to: Whether you’re a sports fanatic, outdoor adventurer, or are looking to discover the local culture, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy and help you relax between lectures. With over 150 societies and over 50 sports teams, there’s a place for everyone at Swansea University. We are surrounded by beautiful beaches, the city centre is a short journey away, and both campuses have access to walking, cycling, and running routes. The city also hosts a new 3,500-seat Arena, which has welcomed world-famous acts, and there are a host of entertainment and music venues, art galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants to visit around the city.
    • An award-winning Careers and Employability service, which can provide you with detailed employability support, which includes: employability workshops, talks and careers fairs; personalised guidance from qualified Careers Advisers; our Career Development Course; help finding part-time jobs, placements, internships and graduate roles, and access to CV checkers, interview practice and virtual job tasters. You can also access lifelong support as a Swansea alumnus through our dedicated Graduate Support Programme
    • Wellbeing services are available to all students, which include mental health support, self-help resources, a 24/7 digital mental health service, and much more, should you need them
    • Support for students with complex long-term issues, to ensure that all students have equal learning opportunities
    • Hwb - a ‘one-stop-shop’ service to support you with any queries you may have
    • An award-winning Students' Union, which organises a range of events throughout the year to help you meet like-minded individuals
    • A dedicated international team, who are fully trained immigration specialists, can help international students and their families with a wide range of non-academic matters
    • Extensive sports facilities accessible from both campuses, including several state-of-the-art gyms, a 3G pitch, 50m Wales National Pool, Athletics track and field, and Cycle hire and running routes
    • 24-hour libraries on both campuses, providing students with access to online journals and e-books, social study spaces, and silent study areas
    • The Centre for Academic Success, which supports students to develop their academic study skills with a range of courses, workshops, and one-to-one tutorials
      • An award-winning Careers and Employability service, which can provide you with detailed employability support, which includes: employability workshops, talks and careers fairs; personalised guidance from qualified Careers Advisers; our Career Development Course; help finding part-time jobs, placements, internships and graduate roles, and access to CV checkers, interview practice and virtual job tasters. You can also access lifelong support as a Swansea alumnus through our dedicated Graduate Support Programme
      • Wellbeing services are available to all students, which include mental health support, self-help resources, a 24/7 digital mental health service, and much more, should you need them
      • Support for students with complex long-term issues, to ensure that all students have equal learning opportunities
      • Hwb - a ‘one-stop-shop’ service to support you with any queries you may have
      • An award-winning Students' Union, which organises a range of events throughout the year to help you meet like-minded individuals
      • A dedicated international team, who are fully trained immigration specialists, can help international students and their families with a wide range of non-academic matters
      • Extensive sports facilities accessible from both campuses, including several state-of-the-art gyms, a 3G pitch, 50m Wales National Pool, Athletics track and field, and Cycle hire and running routes
      • 24-hour libraries on both campuses, providing students with access to online journals and e-books, social study spaces, and silent study areas
      • The Centre for Academic Success, which supports students to develop their academic study skills with a range of courses, workshops, and one-to-one tutorials

    • Swansea

      Singleton Park

    Swansea University