We work closely with businesses to ensure our graduates have the skills needed by employers
Our applied research helps business leaders make key decisions and generate jobs
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Find out more about studying at the Treforest, Glyntaff and Cardiff campuses on June 19th
The University of South Wales, formed by the merger of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, Newport, is one of the largest in the UK, offering more opportunities and better prospects for students. Students will benefit from the University’s growing reputation as a major university for jobs and employers.
Our courses are designed in conjunction with employers. Most courses have work placement opportunities and we run extra-curricular lectures and workshops designed to prepare you for employment.
You will be taught by leading academics in their field. Our staff number prize-winning poets, Olympic psychologists and an ESA Space Ambassador.
Throughout your studies, you will receive friendly help and support from our highly professional student support team. We recently won the Times Higher Award for Outstanding Support to Students.
Spanning the major cities of south east Wales, the University will offer city and campus living within easy reach of mountains, beaches and capital city culture.
Whether you have already applied to the University of Glamorgan or the University of Wales, Newport or are looking to apply to the new University of South Wales, we can answer any question you may have.
The University of South Wales offers a wide range of courses at all levels, from foundation studies, through undergraduate degrees to postgraduate qualifications, right through to PhD level. We teach students from all over the EU and the rest of the world.
We have a wide range of subjects available, based across five campuses at Pontypridd, Cardiff and Newport. Book an open day or Apply now
Choose the best course for you. We teach subject areas from Animation to Welsh, from International Wildlife Biology to the MBA.
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There’s more to life than studying. Find out how to make the most of your time at the University and how to get more information about finding a place to live and funding your studies.
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The University of South Wales fosters a vibrant research culture that underpins all other activities at the institution.
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