University of South Wales

The University of South Wales offers students the opportunity to learn and develop key skills essential for employment. Courses are developed and delivered in partnerships with employers, representing the leaders of industry, the public sector and national bodies. Study is 100% focused on what employers need in the future and courses carry the relevant professional accreditation wherever possible. Students can enrol on full-time or part-time courses with some distance learning options also available.

Research and teaching are focused on the global challenges that will affect every community in the future. Over 50% of USW research is recognised as world-leading or internationally significant. They aim to practically change lives for the better through their work, from green energy, to criminal justice and medical advances. This research also informs their teaching and is reflected in its diverse postgraduate programmes.

The university has campuses in and around Cardiff, Wales’s capital city. At USW, students can experience the diversity south Wales has to offer – the buzz of the cities, the beauty of the coast and the calm of the countryside.

With quality teaching, industry-standard facilities and a diverse student community, USW is a great place for students to further their education and learn key skills. Plus, there are many support services available in person and online that are tailored to academic growth, career guidance and general wellbeing.

University of South Wales students on Postgraduate Search say:

“My experience has been wonderful and awesome. Coming from another country and getting to see a new culture, making new friends really gets me excited.”

“As an international student, I absolutely love my uni life here as a postgraduate, especially the course that I’m doing. Highly recommended to anyone keen to pursue their studies in behaviour analysis!!”

Postgraduate

The University of South Wales is an excellent place to study a postgraduate qualification, whether a student is continuing straight from undergraduate study or wants a career change.

Courses are designed with leaders in each respective field, tailored not only to the necessary knowledge but also the practical skills that the industry requires. They also carry professional accreditation wherever possible.

Teaching is flexible, allowing students to learn in a way that suits them and balance their study with other work and life commitments.

USW also offers extensive support that is tailored to the needs of postgraduate students, from study skills and career advice to wellbeing.