Wales: Swansea University

‌Swansea University is a research-led university that thrives on exploration and discovery. Its stunning waterfront campus makes this university a desirable location to many students and staff from around the world. In fact, Swansea University welcomes people from over 130 different countries to their campus every year.

Swansea offers a multicultural community where international students play a key role. Here, students will gain a global perspective, develop skills, and expand their social network in a safe and welcoming environment.


Dates & Deadlines

Term: 2024-2025 Academic Year
App Deadline: Sunday, March 17, 2024
Program Dates: September-June, official dates TBA

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Interested in studying abroad in the spring of 2025 or later? Please fill out the waitlist form below and the study abroad office will notify you when applications for future terms open:

‌Study Abroad Waitlist

Location

Swansea, the city by the sea, is located in a stunning area of natural beauty. Located on the southern coast of Wales, there are 32 miles of shoreline, and over 50 beaches and coves. It's easy to believe this beautiful city is well-known for its outdoor activities, especially water sports. As of 2019, the population was estimated to be around 246,000 which brings it to be the second largest city in Wales. Swansea is the perfect mix of culture, history, and recreational activities, so students will never run out of things to do here. Located only 1 hour away from Wales International Airport, and 3 hours from London by train, this small city is easy to access by many means of public transportation.

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

Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost: $TBA

*estimated total cost of participation, actual amount depends on type of housing accommodation selected, actual airfare purchase price, personal spending habits, and other factors

 

Estimated Total Program Cost$TBA
Estimated U-bill Charges$TBA
Estimated Out-of-Pocket Costs$TBA

 

Cost of Studying On Campus at UNI*

*per semester, estimated, will vary per person

Tuition & Fees$4,864
Room & Board$4,580
Books$400
Personal Expenses$878
Transportation$320
Total$11,042

Source: https://admissions.uni.edu/cost-aid

‌Eligibility Requirements to Study Abroad

The Study Abroad Center reserves the right to determine participants' eligibility to study abroad. Students must have a completed study abroad application, including supportive recommendation form(s). Additionally, students must meet all of the following in order to be eligible to study abroad:

  • Have a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher at the time of application and maintain this cumulative GPA prior to departure and throughout the study abroad process
  • If your cumulative GPA is lower than 2.5, submit the following to the Study Abroad Center (103 East Bartlett):
    • Letters of reference from two academic contacts (e.g. academic advisor and former or current professor) supporting your pursuit of study abroad. If you are attending a faculty-led study abroad program, one of the letters must be from a course leader. However, if the program has two course leaders, only one of the letters can be from one of the course leaders.
  • Must be over the age of 18 years old
  • Must meet the course prerequisites (participation in the program is dependent upon meeting these)
  • Must be in good standing with the university
  • UNI's partner institutions may require additional eligibility requirements to be met, these vary from institution to institution. Please consult with the Study Abroad Center staff to discuss these additional requirements, if applicable.
  • Applicants traveling to a region of a country or a country with an overall Travel Advisory Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) or 4 (Do Not Travel) will not be eligible.