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The University of South Wales is a popular choice amongst international students and we have been welcoming students from Bangladesh for many years.

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Study with a scholarship of up to £2,500 in a safe and welcoming living environment, surrounded by a diverse community of international students from every corner of the world.


We have three vibrant campuses around the capital city of Wales; Cardiff. Here, you can enjoy a high standard of living at a low cost. You’ll be surrounded by the best of South Wales’ cities, coast and countryside, and we’re only 2 hours from London via train. Most of our 500 + courses are recognised or accredited by professional organisations and are all taught with employability in mind. That’s why 96% of USW graduates are in Employment and/or Further Study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22).


Everything you need to know

As a self-funding international student from Bangladesh, you are eligible for a scholarship of:

  • £2,500 per year for undergraduate students
  • £2,500 per year for postgraduate students

This applies to courses starting in September 2024 and February 2025. You will be automatically considered for one of these awards when we receive your application.

For individual fees please check your selected course page.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Undergraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English language qualifications:

  • GCSE English at grade C
  • IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each band)

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language Courses to prepare you for academic studies.

Academic Qualifications

  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with A grade
  • HSC scores with one or two B grades may be accepted on Business courses but would need to be considered on an individual basis for more specific subject areas
  • Students below A grade (HSC) will be considered for a Foundation Course 
  • Applicants who have followed the A-Level curriculum can be considered for degree-level entry. The normal UCAS tariff will be applied.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Postgraduate study. The University of South Wales also recognises the following English language qualifications:

  • GCSE English at grade C
  • IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least a 5.5 in each component. Please note that some courses may require a higher level of English language proficiency than the University’s standard requirements. Please see the course page for further information.

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language Courses to prepare you for academic studies.

Academic Qualifications

  • A first-class four-year undergraduate degree
  • A first-class two-year degree plus a master’s degree
  • MBA applicants should have one of the above qualifications plus at least two years of post-graduation work experience
  • A bachelor's degree from a UK university/equivalent

Please contact us with any questions you may have about studying and applying to the University of South Wales.

Joanna Scaplehorn
International Development Manager
Telephone: +44 (0)1443 6 54266
Email: [email protected]
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Rezaul Karim
Bangladesh Regional Director, USW
Telephone: +88 01922 007700
Email: rezaul.karim@southwales.ac.uk

Regional Office: 
Karim and Karim, Shimanto Shambhar, Suite 5070, Level 5, Road 2, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209
Tel: +88 02 9651010, +88 02 9651011
Email: [email protected]

 

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