Overview for International Students
Swansea University offers an appealing mix of scenic surroundings and research-driven education. Located on a waterfront campus in Swansea, Wales, students benefit from modern facilities, green landscapes, and access to both city life and coastal nature. The institution emphasises a global outlook, diverse student body, and a balanced focus on teaching quality and real-world research impact.
Courses
| Course Name | Tuition Fee | Scholarship | Intake | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Msc Data Science | £24,200 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Cyber Security | £24,200 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Computer Science | £23,450 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Advanced Computer Science | £24,200 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MA Classics and Ancient History | £20,250 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Structural Engineering | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Industrial Construction Management | £24,250 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Computational Mechanics | £24,250 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Computational Engineering | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Civil Engineering | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MA / PGDip / PGCert Developmental and Therapeutic Play | £20,150 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MA / PGDip / PGCert Childhood Studies | £20,150 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MSc Chemical Engineering | £27,450 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Project Management | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Marketing | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc / PGDip Management | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Sustainable Business) | £22,750 | Jan 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Operations and Supply Management) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Marketing) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (International Management) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Finance) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Digital Business) | £22,750 | Jan 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Management (Business Analytics) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| Msc International Business | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Human Resource Management | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MBA | £26,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSC/PGDip Biomedical Science (Clinical Microbiology) | £21,900 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MSC/PGDip Biomedical Science (Clinical Biochemistry) | £21,900 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MSc Marine Restoration and Conservation | £23,350 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MSc Global Biodiversity and Conservation | £23,350 | September 2026 | 6.5/6.0 | |
| MSc Management (Artificial Intelligence) | £23,900 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Sustainable Aviation | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Space Engineering | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Aerospace Engineering | £24,500 | September 2026 | 6.5/5.5 | |
| MSc Actuarial Science | £27,300 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc Strategic Accounting | £23,150 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 | |
| MSc International Accounting and Finance | £23,400 | September 2026 | 6.0/5.5 |
History
Founded in 1920, Swansea University has grown from its early roots into a full-scale research university. Over the years it has expanded its campuses, including the development of the Bay Campus, and built a reputation for innovation, sustainability and strong subject-level performance.
Ranking
The university’s ranking trajectory has been noteworthy: breaking into the global top 300 in the QS World University Rankings (at #298 in 2025) marks a significant milestone. In Europe it stands within the top 100 universities (#97) according to QS Europe 2025. Subject-specific rankings highlight strong placements across disciplines, and Swansea also performs very highly in sustainability metrics—ranking among the world’s top institutions for environmental and social impact
