South Africa

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 South Africa, 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:

Senior Certificate with a grade C or higher in English
GCSE/O Level English Language grade C or above
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band)

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 National Senior Certificate (with matriculation) and 3 6 grades and 2 5 grades and with a grade 5 or higher in English can be considered for direct entry to our degree programmes
Applicants with a Senior Certificate (with matriculation) and 3 B grades and 2 C grades at Higher Level with a grade C or higher in English can be considered for direct entry to our degree programmes
Applicants who have successful completed a Higher Certificate / Higher Certificate in Technology will be considered for direct entry our degree programmes
Applicants who have successful completed a National (Technical) Certificate N5 will be considered for direct entry to our degree programmes
Applicants who have successfully completed a Diploma in Technology (DipTech) will be considered for advanced entry on a case by case basis

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:

Senior Certificate with a grade C or higher in English
GCSE/O Level English Language grade C or above
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band)

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

Academic Qualifications

Applicants with a Technikon National Higher Diploma (T4) can be considered for entry for masters programme entry
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

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

Global Education
Johannesburg: 11A, 7th Avenue, Parktown North, 2193
Randburg tel: +27(0)11 268 6545
Johannesburg tel: +27(0)71 226 4629
Email: [email protected]

Cape Town: Cube Workspace, Rondebosch
183 Albion Springs tel: +27(0)21 140 1551
Corner Main Road & Albion Springs Close tel: +27 (0)76 399 4834
Email: [email protected]

Durban: Umhlanga, Durban
2 Ncondo Place tel: +27(0)76 932 2920
Ridgeside tel: +27 (0)31 830 5556
Email: [email protected]

IntEdu Connect (Pty) Ltd
Block C, Nichol Main Office Park, 2 Bruton Road Bryantson, 2191, Johannesburg
Tel: +27 63 176 0589
Email: [email protected]