China

The University offers the following scholarships for self-funding international students. You will be automatically considered for one of these awards when we receive your application. 

Courses starting in February 2020

• £1,500 per year for undergraduate students
• £2,000 for postgraduate students
• £1,500 for MBA students

Courses starting in September 2020

• £1,500 per year for undergraduate students
• £2,000 for postgraduate students
• £2,000 for MBA students

For more information visit the international scholarships page.

Our overall fee structure can be found on the undergraduate and postgraduate fee page. For individual fees please check your selected course page. 

GREAT Scholarships 2020

This year, in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, the University of South Wales is offering a scholarship for a student in China applying for a postgraduate course in any subject.

The GREAT Scholarship of £10,000 is jointly provided by the University of South Wales and British Council.

This scholarship replaces the standard postgraduate scholarships and application deadline is Thursday 14th May 2020 (5pm UK time).

You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you make your application. You do not need to make a separate scholarship application. You will receive confirmation of a scholarship with your offer letter. Scholarships and discounts do not apply to sponsored students or those studying a placement year or English language programmes. Scholarships may be withdrawn if conditions of the scholarships are not adhered to.

Please note that applicants should be passport holders of China.  

For more information on the GREAT Scholarships 2020, please visit the British Council’s website in your country. 

Foundation Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Holders of the National Senior High School Certificate, Chinese University Entrance Examination or Matriculation Examination will be considered for our International Foundation Programme (Intensive English) with IELTS 5.0 or equivalent or for one of our integrated Foundation Years with an IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. 

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for study in the UK. The University of South Wales considers a number of Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) supported by the UKBA for entry to the UK, including the following English language qualifications:

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

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language courses.

Academic Qualifications

• Students who have passed Senior Middle 3 and attained the Chinese University Entrance Examination
• Students who hold High School Certificate with 75% or above
• Students who hold a Graduation Certificate from a Senior Technical College or Vocational School with 75% or above are considered for Year 1 of a Bachelor Degree.
  

• 学生通过高三并参加全国大学入学考试（高考)
• 学生以75%或以上的成绩取得高中毕业证（会考)
• 学生取得由高级技术学院或职业学校颁发的毕业证，可被考虑录取本校学士学位的一年级课程

Applicants who have successfully completed the first year of a Bachelor degree in China will be considered for direct admission to first degree programmes.

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for study in the UK. The University of South Wales considers a number of Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) supported by the UKBA for entry to the UK, including the following English language qualifications:

• GCSE English at grade C
• Postgraduate Study: 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.

Academic Qualifications

• Holders of a good Honours Bachelor degree will be considered for postgraduate Masters degree courses.
  
• Applicants with a Masters degree will be considered for entry to Ph.D. studies.

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

Officers

Jenny Zhou
International Executive

Telephone: +44 1443 483434
Email: jenny.zhou@southwales.ac.uk

Address:
USW International, 
University of South Wales, 
Llantwit Rd, 
Treforest, South Wales, 
CF37 1DL

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Representatives

For information on the expected standards of service you can expect from the University’s recruitment agents, please contact the recruitment officer responsible for your region.

1. Sam Huang

The University of South Wales is delighted to introduce Sam Wei Huang as its local representative in China.

Sam Wei Huang has represented the University of South Wales since 2006 and is extremely effective in this role, providing a high quality service to students from all over China interested in studying at the University.

Before completing his MBA at the University of South Wales in 2005. Sam enjoyed a career in marketing, export and purchasing. After his graduation Sam returned to Shanghai and began working closely with the University to raise our profile in China. Sam assists students considering studying at the University of South Wales offering guidance and support throughout the application and admissions process until the time they arrive at the University.

If you are considering applying to the University of South Wales and would like Sam to assist you through the process, please contact china@southwales.ac.uk or call +86 1370 179 8787.

e-Mail: china@southwales.ac.uk 

2. Other Representatives in China

We have representatives in many cities throughout China. Please contact our International Executive Jenny Zhou to find the nearest representative office to you.

e-Mail: jenny.zhou@southwales.ac.uk