Swansea University has been at the cutting edge of research and innovation since 1920. They have a long history of working with business and industry, but today their world-class research has a much wider impact across the health, wealth, culture, and well-being of our society. They have achieved an extraordinary level of success in recent years and their research activity exceeds that of many larger universities. Yet, this has not compromised the friendly and relaxed atmosphere that has always characterised the “Swansea experience.” As they approach their centenary they look forward to a bright future.

Swansea University has an international reach with staff, students, partnerships and research links stretching across the globe. Their campuses are vibrant and diverse with staff and students from over 130 different countries making up our friendly community. By studying at Swansea University, students will become part of a world-class research institution with grand ambitions. Not only will students receive an outstanding learning and teaching experience with a distinct emphasis on employability, but they’ll also fall in love with the city.

Why Swansea University?

Swansea University is committed to undertaking research with real-world benefits. Their research changes lives. They boast interdisciplinary research across many areas; an approach which encourages original thinking and collaborative working to create innovative outcomes. The global challenges faced today require the University and students to work across disciplines in collaboration with business, industry and organisations. Since 1920, their ground-breaking research has been making an impact, driving growth and creating a knowledge-rich community locally, nationally, and globally.

Swansea University has achieved their ambition to become a top 30 research-intensive University with over 90% of their research being classed as world-leading or internationally excellent.