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Swansea University

Location

Singleton Park Campus, Swansea United Kingdom

Ranking

# =298QS World University Rankings

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566Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

International

24 % International students

University Profile

About Swansea University

Swansea University offers a variety of courses including foundation, undergraduate degrees, taught and research postgraduate programmes in hundreds of subject areas ranging from accounting to zoology. This world-leading university is based less than five minutes from Swansea Bay in one of the UK’s safest regions. Swansea is a coastal city situated in Wales, less than an hour from Cardiff and three hours from London.

Ranked in the Top 300 in QS World University rankings, the University offers a range of international scholarships including the International Excellence Scholarship which awards students who have demonstrated academic excellence.  Swansea University has an international reach with staff, students, partnerships and research links stretching across the globe. Approximately 20 percent of Swansea University students are international, with 130 nationalities making the campuses friendly, vibrant and diverse.

Swansea University offers some of the most affordable student housing in the UK, including one and two-bed flats, wheelchair accessible rooms, en-suites and twin rooms. Find out more and take a virtual tour of student accommodation at Swansea University.

For all budding sportsmen and women, Swansea University offers world-class sports facilities including 50m and 25m indoor swimming pools, a uni gym, fitness studios, squash and tennis courts and playing fields.

Students also benefit from a learning environment which mixes teaching, research and industry links. Many of its undergraduate programs feature a year in Industry, while its Swansea Employability Academy gives students access to sound careers advice, events and skills development.

About Swansea University

Swansea University offers a variety of courses including foundation, undergraduate degrees, taught and research postgraduate programmes in hundreds of subject areas ranging from accounting to zoology. This world-leading university is based less than five minutes from Swansea Bay in one of the UK’s safest regions. Swansea is a coastal city situated in Wales, less than an hour from Cardiff and three hours from London.

Ranked in the Top 300 in QS World University rankings, the University offers a range of international scholarships including the International Excellence Scholarship which awards students who have demonstrated academic excellence.  Swansea University has an international reach with staff, students, partnerships and research links stretching across the globe. Approximately 20 percent of Swansea University students are international, with 130 nationalities making the campuses friendly, vibrant and diverse.

Swansea University offers some of the most affordable student housing in the UK, including one and two-bed flats, wheelchair accessible rooms, en-suites and twin rooms. Find out more and take a virtual tour of student accommodation at Swansea University.

For all budding sportsmen and women, Swansea University offers world-class sports facilities including 50m and 25m indoor swimming pools, a uni gym, fitness studios, squash and tennis courts and playing fields.

Students also benefit from a learning environment which mixes teaching, research and industry links. Many of its undergraduate programs feature a year in Industry, while its Swansea Employability Academy gives students access to sound careers advice, events and skills development.

Available programmes

University information

General

2.7+
23+
1650+
85+
30+
56+
169+
79+
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18,440
81%
19%
4,439
55%
45%
1,652
73%
27%

Cost of Living

Accomodation
$12,440
Food
$2,800
Transport
$1,310
Utilities
$3,760

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
9,000 GBP
International
16,000 GBP

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

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Rankings & Ratings

Swansea University is one of the top public universities in Swansea, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=298 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #401- 450
  • 2014
    #431-440
  • 2015
    #461-470
  • 2016
    #=400
  • 2017
    #=390
  • 2018
    #431-440
  • 2019
    #=435
  • 2020
    #462
  • 2021
    #474
  • 2022
    #=440
  • 2023
    #=425
  • 2024
    #=307
  • 2025
    #=298

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #401- 450
  • 2014
    #431-440
  • 2015
    #461-470
  • 2016
    #=400
  • 2017
    #=390
  • 2018
    #431-440
  • 2019
    #=435
  • 2020
    #462
  • 2021
    #474
  • 2022
    #=440
  • 2023
    #=425
  • 2024
    #=307
  • 2025
    #=298

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