A dual-campus university, stretching across the Swansea waterfront, Swansea University’s location on the Gower Peninsula is the perfect place to study.
Known for its friendly and relaxed vibe, Singleton Park Campus is set in a haven of mature parkland and beautiful botanical gardens, just two minutes from the beach, Whilst the University’s Bay Campus nestles itself directly on the beachfront, taking you straight from classroom to coastline.
Established in 1920, Swansea has built a strong reputation for world-leading research and innovation. From protecting giant trees in the Amazon to developing a pinprick test for viruses, and sharing cutting-edge knowledge about artificial intelligence, Swansea University research continues to impact Wales, and the wider world.
Caring for our planet is something that the Swansea community values deeply, with Swansea ranking 21st in the People and Planet University League and 36th in the world for Impact (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025), sustainability is a key research area, and the world’s most pressing issues are a focus point for the university’s own podcast Exploring Global Problems.
There are 21,225 students currently enrolled at Swansea University, welcomed from more than 130 different countries worldwide, to be a part of the diverse community that makes Swansea such a vibrant place to live and learn.
Home to 247,000 people, Swansea is a medium-sized city – just 300km from London – with an abundance of shops, restaurants and nightlife to keep you busy when you’re not studying at one of the university’s two stunning waterfront campuses, and, with over 170 clubs and societies to choose from, there are plenty of ways to meet like-minded people and make new friends.
Flying across the world to start higher education can be daunting, and that’s why Swansea makes its support simple. Our Visa Advice team are on hand to support you with non-academic related issues such as visa applications and student inductions, as well as organising cultural trips and social activities to help you make lifelong friends. Helping to maximise your academic potential is The Centre for Academic Success, while the Swansea Employability Academy provides career advice, CV workshops and a part-time job shop, to help you make the most of your time at Swansea and prepare you for the years beyond.
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One student who has joined thousands of others at the seaside campus is Nicholas. Read more about his experience here.
