University of South Wales

🏆 82nd overall UK (Times Good University Guide 2025) with strong national standing

📊 81% of research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

🏥 Top-ranked in Wales for Nursing, Midwifery, and Law programmes

💼 Integrated work-based learning with major employer partnerships across South Wales

🌍 Cardiff, Pontypridd, and Newport campuses — study in Wales's vibrant capital region

🎓 36,000+ students making it one of the UK's largest universities by enrolment

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at University of South Wales is approximately GBP 17,200. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at University of South Wales is approximately GBP 17,900.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at University of South Wales for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

University of South Wales is accredited by the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW), and Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

The employment rate at University of South Wales is 95% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from University of South Wales that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

University of South Wales offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• UK Student visa guidance and CAS support through the USW International Student Advisory Service

• USW international scholarships available for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate international students

• Academic skills workshops, English language support, and tutoring through the USW Student Support team

• University-managed student accommodation in Cardiff and Pontypridd with international student welfare and community support

• Career development, employer connections, and graduate employment support through the USW Careers team

Some of the rankings of University of South Wales include:

#1201-1500 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#77 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026)

Post-study work permit options at University of South Wales in the United Kingdom depend on your qualification level: All graduates can work for 18 months after graduation.; PhD graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation.

Note: If you are a doctor or nurse, or you work in health or adult social care, you may be eligible for the Health and Care Worker visa (lower cost and does not require IHS)