Vietnam | University of South Wales

Welcome

Welcome to the University of South Wales. We have three vibrant campuses around the capital city of Wales; Cardiff. We offer more than 580 degrees in many subject areas from Foundation Year to PhD level, that are taught with employability in mind.

Most of our programmes are recognised by more than 60 professional organisations such as ACCA, CIM, CIPS and more. USW links with more than 500 domestic and international businesses, bringing many internship opportunities. That's why 95% of graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduation.

At USW, students from Vietnam can enjoy:

Generous scholarships of up to £2500 per year
High standard of living with a low cost of living that South Wales offers
Friendly, safe and welcoming environment of the university
The location – surrounded by breathtaking scenery and impressive historical landscapes, boasting excellent transport links and the buzz of two dynamic Welsh cities.

Courses Popular with Students from Vietnam

Marketing & Public Relations: Top 14 in the UK (Top 10 for course satisfaction, and second in the UK for assessment and feedback) (Guardian League Table 2023).
BA (Hons) Marketing Management is the only marketing degree in the UK to be recognised by 3 different professional bodies: CIM; IDM and PRCA.
General Nursing: Top 17 in the UK (Guardian League Table 2023)
Animation: Top 10 in the world for Production Excellence in 2D Animation (The Rookies World School Ranking 2021)
Mathematics: Top 17 in the UK (Top 5 for teaching and course satisfaction)
Chemistry: Top 20 in the UK (Guardian League Table 2023) and Top 5 in the UK for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023)
Accounting and Finance: Top 20 in the UK (Guardian League Table 2022)
Fashion and Textile: Top 10 overall and top 5 in the UK for teaching and course satisfaction (Guardian League Table 2023)
Computer Science: Rated 2nd in the UK for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022)

Fees and scholarships

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 September 2023 and February 2024

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

You may also be eligible for the Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship programme. 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.

Entry requirements

Foundation Entry Requirements

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

PATHWAYS: DEPEND ON IELTS SCORE

Pathway 1: According to the student's choice of Bachelor's major:

IELTS 6.0 (with no single element less than 5.5)
Students who have completed grade 11 with a GPA score of 6.5 or higher

Students will receive a visa for 4 years of study (1 year of Foundation and 3 years of Bachelor)

Pathway 2: Students will need to study the International Foundation Programme related to the chosen major for their Bachelor level:

IELTS for UKVI 5.0 (with no single element below 4.5): study 2 semesters (8 months)
IELTS for UKVI 4.5 (with no single element below 4.0): study 3 semesters (10 months)
Completed grade 11 or grade 12 with a GPA score of 6.0 or higher.

DIRECT ADMISSION TO YEAR ONE

Students may be eligible for direct admission into the first year of a number of specific courses:

Students who have graduated from grade 12 with a GPA score of 7.0 or higher;
Meet all the conditions of some specific courses (Design, Creative, Engineering)
IELTS 6.0 (no single element below 5.5).

For Business courses, in case students are not eligible for direct admission, students can be considered for International Year One:

Students who have graduated from grade 12 with a GPA score of 6.0 or higher;
IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (no single element below 5.5)

After completing the study, students will enter the second year of the majors:

Business Management; Human Resource Management; Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Marketing Management.

Minimum age requirements

Please note, you must be over 17 and turn 18 within the first 3 months of your pathway programme.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Complete a foundation year/ International Foundation Programme (QAHE) at USW or Academic requirements:

Students who have completed grade 12 with a GPA score of 7.0 or higher (applied to some specific courses); or
Students who have completed the first year of relevant courses of university with a GPA score of 6.0 or higher.

English requirement: IELTS of 6.0 or higher (no single element less than 5.5).

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic requirement: Graduated from University with a GPA score of 6.0 or higher.

English requirement: IELTS of 6.0 or higher (no single element less than 5.5).

Some specialised programmes will have their own admission requirements.

For other specific pathways, please contact our country manager for details.

Don't worry if you do not meet our English requirements as we offer a range of English Language Courses to prepare you for academic studies.

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

Officers

Tom Hill, International Executive

Hi! I'm, Tom, I'm based at Treforest Campus here at the University of South Wales. If you have any questions about studying here at USW, please get in touch.
Tel: +44 1443 483413
Email: [email protected] Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Lan Phuong Le (Kat), In Country Manager for Vietnam

I am Kat, Vietnam Country Manager for the University of South Wales. I’m based in Ho Chi Minh City and am here to provide information regarding admission and will assist you in submitting your application to the university, making your tier 4 visa application and providing travel advice for your journey to the University.
Tel: (+84) 902587994
Email: [email protected] Address: USW International, Floor 12, Block A2, Viettel Complex Building, No. 285 CMT8 Street, Ward 12, Dist. 10, HCMC, Vietnam

Representatives

IDP Ho Chi Minh City

Branch 1: GIC Tower - 36 Mac Dinh Chi Street, Da Kao Ward, Dist 1

Tel: (+84)1900 6955

Branch 2: 223 Hung Vuong Steet, District 5

Branch 3: 2 Nguyen Thi Thap, Tan Hung Ward, District 7