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Mauritius

The University of South Wales is a popular choice amongst international students and we have been welcoming students from Mauritius 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.


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 Mauritius, you are eligible for a scholarship of:

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

This applies for 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.

Foundation Years are available to students who don't meet the academic requirements for entry directly onto year 1 of a Bachelor degree.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English Language qualifications:

  • GCSE/O Level English at grade C or above
  • 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

  • Applicants who have followed the A-Level curriculum can be considered for undergraduate entry – the normal UCAS tariff will be applied
  • Applicants who have followed the IB Diploma curriculum can be considered for undergraduate entry – the normal UCAS tariff will be applied
  • Applicants with a 3 year Higher Technician Diploma from a recognised institution may be considered for Advanced Entry on certain undergraduate degrees

If your qualification is not covered above or you do not meet the set criteria please contact us and we will see how we can assist you.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English Language qualifications:

  • GCSE/O Level English at grade C or above
  • 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

  • Applicants with a 4 year degree equivalent to a Second Class Lower degree from a recognised institution will be considered for masters programme entry
  • Applicants with a Masters degree will be considered for masters programme entry
  • Applicants with a 3 year Higher Technician Diploma from a recognised institution and Work Experience will be consider for certain Masters degree

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

Officers

Nicolò Paolucci, International Executive
Email: [email protected] 
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Representatives

IDP Education
Port Louis Office, IDP Education Mauritius, 1st Floor, Ken Lee Building , 20 Edith Cavell Street, Port Louis
Tel: +230 210 1971
E: [email protected]

Campus Abroad
19 Charles De Gaulle Street, Off Vandermeersch Street, Rosehill

The region where the University is located is very calm and perfect for studying a university course.

Leena Devi Beema, from Mauritius

BA (Hons) Forensic Accounting