Research and Innovation
At USW our research provides solutions to the challenges faced by our society and the economy. Our researchers work across disciplines to help businesses, communities and policy makers benefit from our research
Almost two thirds of the USW researchers submitted to REF 2021 have research that has been categorised as world leading or internationally excellent (4* or 3*). USW is fourth in Wales for impact with 81% of USW’s research impact being classed as world leading or internationally excellent (4* / 3*).
The University has a thriving research environment. We believe that all our researchers from the most junior to the most senior should be supported to achieve their full potential. You can search for research and expertise in our research repository.
Our research is tackling some of the world's biggest challenges
Our research groups and centres conduct internationally renowned research
Our strategy identifies four specialist and interdisciplinary growth areas
We actively support our researchers in the development of their careers
Our research has impact and is making a positive difference to the world
Eight ways in which students benefit from university research
Postgraduate research degrees and routes to study
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