Career-Focused Learning
USW’s degrees are shaped by industry, and many are accredited by professional bodies such as ACCA, CIPD, RICS, IET, HCPC, and ICAEW. These accreditations ensure that students graduate with qualifications that employers recognise and value.
Work placements, internships, and live projects with employers are embedded within many courses, giving students the opportunity to apply their learning, gain real-world experience, and build valuable professional networks.
Dedicated Careers Support
The USW Careers Service supports students from their first year through to three years after graduation. Careers advisers offer expert guidance to help students explore career options, strengthen applications, and prepare for interviews.
“The Careers Team helped me find opportunities, improve my CV, and prepare for interviews.”
— Ajay Ajith, USW Pharmaceutical Science Student
The USW Careers Service helps students to:
- Engage with employers during their studies – Each year, more than 500 employers visit the university, giving students direct access to organisations seeking graduates with specific skills.
- Secure internships, placements, part-time, or graduate roles through tailored guidance and employer connections.
- Develop professional skills – including CV writing, mock interviews, and confidence-building sessions.
- Experience global opportunities – through the university’s mobility programme, students can study, work, or volunteer abroad, gaining cross-cultural experience and skills that enhance employability.
- Pursue entrepreneurial ambitions – with support from USW Enterprise and the Startup Stiwdio, students can access mentoring, advice, and funding opportunities through the Bright Ideas Den, helping to turn business ideas into successful ventures.
Graduates from the University of South Wales leave ready to make an impact — equipped with the skills, experience, and support to thrive in their future careers.
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