If you are looking for one of the best places in the UK to connect studying and living then Swansea University is a great place to broaden your horizons!
Swansea is a traditional, internationally respected research-led university which has been given a big thumbs up by its students, past and present.
"We aim to deliver an outstanding student experience that provides a lifetime of fantastic memories, matched by courses which equip you with high-level skills and boost your employability."
Professor Richard B Davies, Vice-Chancellor
Student Population:
Swansea University alone has over 15,000 students from all over the world. The total student population is around 13,700 under graduates of which 55% are females and 45% are male. Postgraduate Students average around 2,200. Around 2,000 international students in Swansea University come from 120 different countries all over the world. The University also has links with more than 100 partner universities to enable its students to study abroad.
Swansea University - First in Wales for research quality in:
| Allied Health Professions and Studies (Biomedicine) | American Studies |
| Civil Engineering | Classic and Ancient History |
| Development Studies | Economics |
| French | German |
| General Engineering | Health Services Research |
| History | Italian |
| Metallurgy and Materials | Physics |
| Pure Mathematics | Social Work and Social Policy |
| Spanish |
Institute of Life Science, Swansea University
World-Leading Research:
The independent Research Assessment Exercise 2008 shows that:
- 90% of staff are research-active.
- 47.5% of Swansea University's research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent
- Swansea University enjoyed the largest increase in internationally exellent research in the whole of the UK.
- 27 out 31 academic areas have world-leading research
In the 2009/10 academic year, the University attracted research grants totalling £65 Million, eclipsing its previous annual average of £19 Million. The major projects that have attracted investment to Swansea and south west Wales are:
- Institute of Life Science Phase 2
- Centre for Nano Health
- Steel Training Research and Innovation Partnership
- Leadership and Entrepreneurship Development.
International links:
Swansea's multicultural campus community and international links gives students opportunities to develop a global perspective and skills that will last a lifetime. For more information click here.
International Programmes offer a global perspective:
Swansea University students are given the opportunity of a lifetime to take part in visits to China, the US, or India on study and work programmes. The month-long programmes form part of the University's internationalisation strategy, which aims to enhance the student experience, improve career prospects and develop international links.
"I took part in the colorado programme and, well, what can I say? It has definitely got to be one of my best experiences so far. I had the time of my life, made some really good friends, and some good connections that will possibly help me in the future! I am so glad that I went."
Lucy Brown, Media Studies and French student - Swansea University Prospectus 2011
A great place to live:
A vibrant student city, Swansea has it all. From a thriving cultural and sporting scene to awesome night life, stunning coastal scenery, tranquil parks, great shopping and the best of modern city living. Swansea offers also a unique landscape with wonderful beaches. It is the ideal place to build for the future.
Swansea University was voted the 2nd best university overall in the 'Student Choice Awards 2011'. The University made it into the top ten of no less than six of the nine judgement categories, finishing 2nd in the overall rating, 3rd for accommodation and 4th for clubs and societies to name a few. Find out more here!
A 2011 University Guide ranked Swansea as the 5th in a safest study place to live in the UK too!
Swansea University
Student views:
"Swansea is an amazing place to live and study. Aside from the beach and areas around Gower known for their outstanding natural beauty, the town itself has loads to offer, with everything from a local market to fantastic night life. Swansea University employs some of the leading active researchers in a range of fields. This means lecture material is up-to-date and delivered in a dynamic and passionate way, as well as allowing students to access some of the most recent, relevant and exciting discoveries."
Jessica Stokes, BSc Biology, Swansea University Prospectus 2011.
"There is so much going on in Swansea that you'll never have a chance to be bored! Aside from the nightlife (which Swansea is famous for), there are loads of great shops and restaurants nearby and the Gower is only a bus ride away with its stunning beaches and scenery. There are also a number of local events that go on throughout the year, including a number of music events in Singleton Park and the Mumbles Raft Race."
Kathryn Davies, LLB LAW, Swansea University Prospectus 2011.
Did you know?
- Swansea University's School of Engineering is a UK leader and, in the recent Research Assessment Exercise, the Multidisciplinary Nanotechnology Centre was ranked fifth in the UK.
- Swansea is a traditional university, founded by Royal Charter in 1920.
- 2,000 international students form 120 countries study here.
- 84% of students are satisfied with their student experience (National Students Survey 2010).
- Martin Coles, President of Starbucks Coffee International and 'Champion' promoter of Wales, studied biochemistry at Swansea University.
- Swansea was the cleanest city in Wales, and the 2nd cleanest in the UK in 2009.
