Research
Changing lives for the better
The University of South Wales has a strong reputation for producing highly impactful and applied research. USW is fourth in Wales for impact, with 81% of our research activity classed as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (4/3*).
Our vibrant, impactful research is contributing to solving real problems faced by our society, and our multidisciplinary research teams collaborate with industry, communities, and organisations to make a positive difference to lives.
USW’s research is focused around four accelerator areas: Crime, Security, and Justice; Health and Well-being; Creative Innovation; and Sustainable Environment.
Our research is tackling some of the world's biggest challenges
Our research has impact and is making a positive difference to the world
We actively support our researchers in the development of their careers
Eight ways in which students benefit from university research
Postgraduate research degrees and routes to study
