Founded in 1920 and just three hours from London by train, Swansea University is an established university with a long history of academic success, excellent facilities, and high standards of teaching.
When students choose to study at Swansea University, they become part of an ambitious, research-led institution and also benefit from living in one of the UK's most naturally beautiful regions - the beach is a short distance from both campuses and the city of Swansea is nestled on the edge of the Gower Peninsular.
Swansea University is ranked as UK Top 26 and ranked Top in Wales in The Guardian University Guide 2023 – a testament to the continuous investment in facilities and improvement in the delivery of teaching.
The University is also ranked 15th in the UK for Course Satisfaction (The Guardian University Guide 2023) and is in the UK Top 10 as the most affordable UK University Town (totallymoney.com 2019) and one of the safest cities in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022).
Swansea University spans two stunning campuses at each end of Swansea’s waterfront. Singleton Park Campus is set in mature parkland and botanical gardens, overlooking Swansea Bay beach. Bay Campus is located on the beach on the eastern approach into Swansea.
Both campuses are nearby an exciting city centre. The city of Swansea has been ranked in the top ten safest places to study in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2022.
Our multicultural dual-campus boasts a diverse academic community with students and staff from over 130 countries providing lots of opportunities for all. The friendly community and relaxed atmosphere is often characterized as the “Swansea feeling”.
Swansea University benefits from having a range of accommodation open to students - from on-campus living to a wide variety of private accommodation in and around the city. It has been rated as one of the most affordable UK University by totallymoney.com (2019).
We guarantee campus accommodation for international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate if you apply by 30 June.
For those looking to live on campus, there are rooms with en-suites available as well as the option to live in single-sex halls, alcohol-free or those dedicate for Postgraduate 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.
Swansea University provides scholarships at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Scholarship holders are invited to a number of exclusive events throughout their time at Swansea University. Scholarships of up to £6,000 are available and there is a variety of scholarships which acknowledge academic, sporting and music talents.
You can find more information on our website under International Scholarships.
The Guardian University Guide 2023
The Guardian University Guide 2023
The Guardian University Guide (2023)
StudentCrowd University Awards (2022)
WhatUni Student Choice Awards (2022)
Whether you’re a sports fanatic, culture vulture or outdoor adventurer, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures. Think 150 societies, over 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events. Whether you want to get into media, pick up a new hobby or have your voice heard on something that matters to you, there’s a way for everyone to join in.
Swansea is surrounded by a variety of beaches and the city centre is a short journey which is accessible by bus, walking or cycling. Swansea has plenty of charm and lots of character with a brand-new entertainment and music arena plus a number of art galleries, museums, shops and restaurants.
The University has collaborated with Santander Cycles providing sustainable travel across the city, with 55 bikes based at six hubs along the sweep of Swansea Bay available to hire 24/7.
