Qatar

Study with a scholarship of up to £2,000 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 Qatar, you are eligible for a scholarship of:

£1,500 per year for undergraduate students
£2,000 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
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

Students who have successfully completed an appropriate foundation programme will be considered for entry onto a relevant Bachelor programme.
Two year certificates / diplomas may be considered for entry onto the first year of a degree programme

Undergraduate Advanced Entry

Applicants who hold an Associate Degree or who have completed two or three year Diplomas may be considered for advanced entry onto an undergraduate programme

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
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

Students who have successfully completed a Bachelor degree (minimum Good / C+) will be considered for entry onto a relevant postgraduate programme of study.
Applicants with other relevant qualifications or work experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

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

Officers

Sally-Anne Awcock, International Manager
Tel: +44 (0)1443 654445
Email: [email protected]
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Representatives

Intelligent Partners - Qatar Office
Al Sharan Centre, Shop 5, Al Saad Road, Doha
Tel: +974 44149282

Assakaf Education Services
47-61 City Road, Cardiff CF24 3BL
Tel: +44 2921321098
Mob: +44 786332207 | +44 7532222212
Email: [email protected]

Shakeeb Akhtar
Tel: +44 777 9514264
Email: [email protected]

I STUDIED IN QATAR BEFORE, BUT IN COMPARISON TO USW, I FOUND THE UNIVERSITY STAFF AND TUTORS ARE MORE HANDS ON AND VERY HELPFUL.

Yousef Karami, from Qatar

BSc (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

I LOVE THE POSITIVE ATMOSPHERE AROUND THE UNIVERSITY AND THE DIVERSITY OF BOTH THE PEOPLE AND THE THINGS THEY STUDY.

Mohamed Al Hajeri, from Qatar

BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

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