Wales: Swansea University

Study abroad students going to Swansea can choose any combination of modules from the Swansea Module Catalog  as long as courses don't run simultaneously. Students will take 3-5 courses that will earn them 12-18 U.S. credits, or 50-60 Swansea credits. Some modules are not available to study abroad students. When searching for courses, please read through the module information carefully for statements such as, "Not available to Visiting/Exchange students" The university offers courses in a wide variety of subject areas, including but not limited to:

• Business
• English Literature
• Media
• History
• Social Work
• Education and Childhood Studies
• Psychology
• Sport and Exercise Sciences
• Computer Science
• Nursing
• Engineering
• Mathematics

Important notes:
- FHEQ 4: This is a 1st year module for undergraduates
- FHEQ 5: This is a 2nd year module for undergraduates
- FHEQ 6: This is upper-level courses for undergraduates and students will need a solid background in that subject area to be - approved to take these courses.
- Graduate level modules are not available to study abroad students
- Classes listed in Welsh will be taught in Welsh
- TB1 is the fall semester
- TB2 is the spring semester
- TB1&TB2 are courses that take up an entire academic year

For more information regarding deadlines, course registration, method of assessments, etc. please refer to the Swansea Study Abroad Application and Factsheet

Credit Equivalents/Grade Conversion:
30 = 8 UNI sem. hrs
20 = 6 
15 = 4
10 = 3
7.5 = 2.3
5 = 1.5

Grades:
65+       = A
62-64    = A-
58-61    = B+
55-57    = B
52-54    = B-
48-51    = C+
45-47    = C
40-44    = C-
<40       = No transfer

Meet your Advisor:

Jamie is a full time study abroad advisor who will help you throughout the application process to Wales, including documentation, finances, scholarships, and more. From your first steps meeting until you take off for your new adventure, Jamie will help you every step of the way. 

Important information to review:

Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be challenged by new experiences in new environments and cultures. UNI study abroad programs are designed to prioritize educational opportunities for students. Students are encouraged to embrace the adventure of exploring how housing, meals, and daily routines differ abroad.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

Review and follow the travel recommendations of the U.S. State Department for travel to the United Kingdom.

Housing:

Swansea has two separate campuses within the city. Students may live and take courses on either campus, but will need to consider commute time. All accommodations will be apartment style flats, meaning students will have either a private or shared bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom(s), and 2-8 other flat mates. The university has housing options both on or off campus. All students must pay a reservation deposit for their housing. This is non-refundable and will be deducted from your final housing bill.

Swansea Accommodations 

Popular on-campus housing options:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Bay Campus

Popular off-campus housing options:
- Seren
- True Swansea

Meals:

Accommodations at both Singleton and Bay Campus are self-catered, meaning the most cost effective option is for students to cook for themselves. Students will have access to a full equipped kitchen within their apartments, complete with a sink, fridge, oven, and microwave. Grocery stores are also nearby to Singleton Campus. However, it is easy for students on Bay campus to get to grocery stores via Uber, and some grocery stores in Swansea even deliver! 

There are also plenty of places to eat on both campus's, as well as many cafe's, bars, and restaurants close to campus for students to choose from as well.