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

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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 Taiwan, 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

  • Junior College Diploma Holders will be considered for direct admission to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. Stronger candidates may be considered for direct entry to the second year.
  • Holders of the International Baccalaureate Diploma or A Levels obtained in Taiwan will be considered for direct admission to first degree programmes. Students who do not meet the entry requirement will be considered for a foundation year.

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 Language Requirements

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

  • Holders of a good 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

Kim Williams, International Executive
Tel: +44 1443 483587
Email: [email protected]
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Representatives

Index Education Services
10F, No. 261, Sec 3, Roosevelt Road, Taipei City 106, Taiwan
Tel: 02 23692928
Email: [email protected] 

UKEAS Taipei
3F, No. 121 Chung Ching South Road, Sec 1, Taipei 100, Taiwan ROC
Tel: +886 2 2370 9780
Email: [email protected]

IDP
7F, 25 Tunhwa South Road, Sec 1
Taipei, Taiwan
Office Manager: Lisa Tung
Tel: 00 886 22570 1466
Fax: 00 866 22570 1477
Email: [email protected]

GetSet Global
11F No. 206 Fuxing South Road Section 1 Taipei Taiwan 10666
Tel: +886 2 2778 1595
Email: [email protected]

SI-UK
15F-1, No.6, Sec.4, XinYi Road Daan Dist., Taipei City, TaiwanTel: +886 2 27556365
Email: [email protected]

THE SCHOOL PROVIDES SOME FREE ENGLISH CLASSES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WHICH IS VERY HELPFUL.

Lulu Wu

From Taiwan, studying MA Special Educational Needs