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Rankings

QS · 2027#1201-1400

QS 2027 scores, out of 100

Academic Reputation
5.1
Employer Reputation
8.8
Faculty Student Ratio
8.8
Citations per Faculty
4.3
International Faculty Ratio
21.8
International Student Ratio
69.4
International Research Network
34.9
Employment Outcomes
13.5
Sustainability
39

QS World University Rankings. Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds (www.qs.com). With permission from QS Quacquarelli Symonds. Copyright © QS Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd. topuniversities.com

Undergraduate

Social Work

University of South Wales

Pontypridd · IELTS 6.0

GBP 17,200Per year
Undergraduate

Illustration

University of South Wales

Pontypridd · IELTS 6.0

GBP 16,800Per year
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Entry requirements by country

93 countries

Undergraduate

Academic

High School Graduation Diploma with a grade B average or above (3.0/4.0 unweighted) The University of South Wales has decided to remove the standardised test as mandatory entry requirements, meaning we are now test optional. For courses that require a specific subject e.g. the sciences, in addition to the overall B grade average in the High School Graduation Diploma we require one of the following: -B grade in the specific subject(s) in the High School Diploma -ACT (23) -SAT (1100) -Three AP’s (3+) Students who have successfully completed a 2-year Associate Degree or Professional Diploma at an institution such as a community college can be considered for advanced entry to the 2nd year of a relevant degree programme. Applicants transferring from community college or another university are assessed on an individual basis.

English language

Accepted from United States: Applicants should have Grade C or above in English in the High School Graduation Diploma. | Standard: IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component (including One Skill Retake) * | TOEFL iBT (Including Home Edition): - For exams taken before January 21, 2026 : Minimum total score: 72 Minimum section scores: Reading: 18, Listening: 17, Writing: 17, Speaking: 20 - For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026 : Minimum total score: 4 Minimum section scores: Reading: 4, Listening: 4, Writing: 4, Speaking: 4 Please note we do not accept My Best Scores | Duolingo English Test - 110 overall and 100 in each component for standard entry | PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI with a score of 59 overall and 59 in each component

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

For graduate entry, applicants with a 3.0 or higher GPA in a relevant undergraduate degree from an accredited university will be considered for Masters programme entry. There is no GRE requirement.

English language

Accepted from United States: Applicants should have Grade C or above in English in the High School Graduation Diploma. | Standard: IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component (including One Skill Retake) * | TOEFL iBT (Including Home Edition): - For exams taken before January 21, 2026 : Minimum total score: 72 Minimum section scores: Reading: 18, Listening: 17, Writing: 17, Speaking: 20 - For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026 : Minimum total score: 4 Minimum section scores: Reading: 4, Listening: 4, Writing: 4, Speaking: 4 Please note we do not accept My Best Scores | Duolingo English Test - 110 overall and 100 in each component for standard entry | PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI with a score of 59 overall and 59 in each component

From University of South Wales's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.

Scholarships

10 scholarships
Chancellors International Development Scholarships£2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)undergraduate
Award
£2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
Lebanon, Norway, Africa, American, All International, Turkey
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the following regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses: Africa Latin America South Asia South East Asia Central Asia and Turkey Caribbean Lebanon Bahrain Norway Albania This scholarship replaces the standard undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships. Higher National Diploma students and Foundation Degree students are not eligible for the Chancellor’s International Development Scholarship.

Mature students

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you make your application. You do not need to make a separate scholarship application. You will receive confirmation of a scholarship with your offer letter. Scholarships and discounts do not apply to sponsored students or those studying a placement year or English language programmes. Scholarships may be withdrawn if conditions of the scholarships are not adhered to.

Chevening Scholarshipspostgraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Cost of living | Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Chevening Scholarships are for talented professionals who have been identified as potential future leaders across a wide range of fields, including politics, business, the media, civil society, religion, and academia. Applicants should be high calibre graduates with the personal, intellectual, and interpersonal qualities necessary for leadership. Chevening Scholarships are available to students from more than 150 countries and territories worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU). Which courses areas are eligible? All one year postgraduate courses are eligible however the course and field of study should relate to your current or future career goals. You should also visit the Chevening website to check which subject areas are a priority for your country.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

You are encouraged to apply for your chosen courses of study before or at the same time as applying for a Chevening Scholarship. Acceptance onto a course at a UK university is considered an asset by the Chevening selection committee at any stage of the selection process. View our courses and apply for your place at USW. Please visit the Chevening website for further details about eligibility criteria. Please refer to the guidance on the website before applying, including the frequently asked questions. You should also refer to the apply web page on the Chevening website which contain guidance for applicants from your country, including priority subject areas.

Course Kit Bursariesundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Varies
Study mode
full_time
Intake
September 2026

We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

Eligibility

If you are a first year student starting your studies in September 2026 on any of the following courses, you will be eligible for a course kit bursary when you enrol: Creative industries courses Students studying the following courses will receive a free digital storage device: BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics BA (Hons) Film BA (Hons) Media Production BA (Hons) Fashion Design Science courses Students studying the following courses will receive free course essential materials as outline below. Essential kit bag and outdoor clothing voucher: BSc (Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation USW-branded lab coat and protective goggles: BSc (Hons) Biology BSc (Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation BSc (Hons) Forensic Science BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences Art courses Students studying BA (Hons) Creative and Therapeutic Arts will receive a £100 voucher to purchase art supplies from Dryaeducation.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

International Office Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements

International Office Scholarships worth up to £2,000 are available for students who are self-funding their studies.

Undergraduate (including top-ups): up to £1,500

Postgraduate: up to £2,000

Mature students

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically be considered for one of these awards when we receive your application.

Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarshippostgraduate
Number of awards
2 per year (avg)
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
September 2026
Eligibility

To be eligible you must be assessed by USW as having one of the following immigration status's: Be a Person Seeking Asylum Limited Leave to Remain (as a result of an Asylum application) Be the partner/dependent included on the application of a person of any of the above groups* * Spouses/civil partners must have been the spouse/civil partner on the date on which the asylum application was made. Children/step-children must have been aged under 18 on the date on which the asylum application was made In addition, you must also Have been offered a conditional or unconditional offer for a full-time taught on campus postgraduate degree at the University of South Wales starting in September 2026 Accepted the offer on a firm basis Live within reasonable commuting distance to the campus that your chosen course is on Not require additional support from the University for living expenses or accommodation other than that provided through the USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship. Due to your immigration status, not be eligible for Student Finance from another authority e.g. Student Finance Wales, Student Finance England, SAAS, Student Finance Northern Ireland etc. The scholarship will waive the full tuition fees costs of an eligible full time taught on campus postgraduate degree for the duration of your original programme or until such a point that you become eligible to apply for UK government student financial support, at which point scholarship recipients must apply for this support.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Once you have received and accepted a conditional or unconditional offer on to a full-time taught on campus postgraduate degree, you will be sent an email containing a link to apply for the USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship. The email will be sent to the email address listed on your course application to the University.

USW International Students Progressing to Masters£3,500.00 (US$ 4,520)postgraduate
Award
£3,500.00 (US$ 4,520)
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Self-funding USW international graduates who have successfully completed a top-up degree or any other undergraduate degree involving a minimum of one academic year of on campus studies could be eligible for a Progression Fee Discount of £6,000. You will be automatically considered for one of these awards if you have graduated or are due to graduate from a USW Bachelor award when we receive your application. You do not need to make a separate application and confirmation of the fee discount will be included in your offer letter. Applicants must pay the minimum deposit stipulated in the offer letter by the date stated on the offer letter in order to secure their scholarship. In order to be eligible for the discount, applicants must progress onto one of the next two available intakes of the Masters award after graduation, i.e September or February. Applicants sponsored by a government, company or any third party organisation are not eligible for the discount.

Mature students

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for one of these awards if you have graduated or are due to graduate from a USW Bachelor award when we receive your application. You do not need to make a separate application and confirmation of the fee discount will be included in your offer letter.

USW Scholarship £1000£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)undergraduate
Award
£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

To apply for this Scholarship, you need to complete an application form.

USW Scholarship £250£250.00 (US$ 323)undergraduate
Award
£250.00 (US$ 323)
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

To apply for this Scholarship, please read the Terms and Conditions before completing this application form.

USW Summer Schoolundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Varies
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

Please contact the provider.

Eligibility

Places at the Summer School are limited and priority will be given to Year 12 and Level 3 (Year 1) school and college students from groups currently under-represented in higher education who meet one of the eligibility criteria detailed below as per the University’s 2024-25 Fee and Access Plan. Students from Low Participation Neighbourhoods (defined as POLAR4 Quintiles 1 and 2 by OfS). Students from an area of high deprivation (Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation, WIMD, Quintiles 1 and 2). Students from Black and Ethnic Minority backgrounds Care experienced young people and those in local authority care Students classified as having a disability Young carers Students who have a parent/carer who has served in the armed forces First in your immediate family to go to university

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes
Eligibility

To be eligible you must be assessed by USW as having one of the following immigration status's: Be a Person Seeking Asylum Limited Leave to Remain (as a result of an Asylum application) Be the partner/dependent included on the application of a person of any of the above groups* * Spouses/civil partners must have been the spouse/civil partner on the date on which the asylum application was made. Children/step-children must have been aged under 18 on the date on which the asylum application was made In addition, you must also Have been offered a conditional or unconditional offer for a full time undergraduate degree at the University of South Wales starting in September 2026 Accepted the offer on a firm basis Have applied for a course lasting at least three academic years (excluding NHS funded courses e.g. nursing) by 4.30pm on Friday 5th June 2026 Live within reasonable commuting distance to the campus that your chosen course is on Not require additional support from the University for living expenses or accommodation other than that provided through the USW Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship. Due to your immigration status, not be eligible for Student Finance from another authority e.g. Student Finance Wales, Student Finance England, SAAS, Student Finance Northern Ireland etc (you may be required to show evidence of this).

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Once you have received and accepted a conditional or unconditional offer on to a full-time undergraduate degree, you will be sent an email containing a link to apply for the USW Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship. The email will be sent to the email address listed on your course application to the University.

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