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University of South Wales

Wales, United Kingdom

Public | Estd. 2013

Autumn, Summer and Spring

Intakes

13:1

Student: Teacher Ratio

93%

Acceptance Rate

46 : 54

Male: Female Ratio

History, Affiliations and Rankings

Following the union of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, Newport, the University of South Wales was founded in 2013. The University of South Wales was founded by the merging of two institutions, each of which has a long and varied history dating back more than 180 years. Its affiliation is with University Alliance and Universities UK. University of South Wales ranked in the bracket #1001-1200 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and in the bracket #351-400 in the Young University Rankings 2021

Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses

The University of South Wales has 4 campuses. There are campuses for universities in Dubai, Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. The main campus, USW Pontypridd, contains both old and new construction. USW has more than 50 student societies and clubs, it allows students to join the group that most closely matches their interests. For sports including rugby, badminton, football, polo, swimming, and more, USW has more than 60 teams. A total of 48 areas of study are accessible to students at the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University of South Wales. At the undergraduate level, this university provides 264 full-time courses overall. The most popular postgraduate programmes at the University of South Wales are in the life sciences, creative industries, computing, engineering and science, and business and society.

Accomplishments and Alumni 

The University of South Wales is the Cyber University of the Year for the third year. It £20 million health education contracts awards. It also produced more CEOs than any other Welsh university. Students of this university are  named top global prize winners. Some of the notable alumni are Emma Darwin – Author, Asif Kapadia - Award-winning filmmaker, Marco Marenghi - Hollywood Animator, Dr. Simon Miti - Zambia politician and Anand Tummala - Head Coach of the USA under 19 cricket team

Student Diversity and Visiting Companies

76% of USW undergraduate students are White British, 6% are British students who identify as members of a Black or Minority Ethnic group, and 15% are foreign students. Postgraduate enrollment is made up of 73% White British citizens, 5% Black or Minority Ethnic British Citizens, and 19% International Students. Nearly 95% of the University of South Wales graduates land a job with a reputable company within six months of finishing their study. According to the CWUR Rankings 2021 for World Universities, the University of South Wales is placed 720th for alumni employability. It offers students the chance to work part-time jobs while attending school so they may experience working in a business through the work placement program.

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BSc (Hons) in BiologySciences

GBP 15,260/year

Fee

36 Months

Duration

IELTS: 6

Qualification

Bachelors

Course level

On Campus

Mode of Degree

Sep

Intakes

If you are fascinated by the world around you and want to understand how life on earth evolves, adapts, and interacts, then this Biology degree is for you. Biology is the science of life, investigating levels of biological organisation from molecules up to ecosystems. The thread of evolutionary theory runs through all levels of this course, explaining the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of an organism’ structure, function, and behaviour. This well-established Biology degree is ideal if you want an all-round knowledge of biology. The course provides a strong theoretical grounding and many opportunities to develop practical skills and experiences. Our students have access to state-of-the-art research laboratories, and can learn field research skills in the varied habitats here in south Wales and further afield. Our Biology degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the professional body for biologists, so you can rest assured that this course provides the ideal preparation for a career in the field of biology.
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BSc (Hons) in International Wildlife Biology

GBP 15,260/year

Fee

36 Months

Duration

IELTS: 6

Qualification

Bachelors

Course level

On Campus

Mode of Degree

Sep

Intakes

Wildlife biology is the study of organisms, their behaviour, ecology, environment and management. On USW's unique International Wildlife Biology degree you will study and interpret the biological processes and interactions that determine species diversity and distribution, their responses to biotic and abiotic factors, and apply current scientific thinking and practices to wildlife biology research and management in globally changing landscapes. There is a strong practical field element to this International Wildlife Biology course, providing opportunities for immersive learning on three continents. You will study the wildlife and habitats of di?erent landscapes in South Africa, which is a compulsory component of the course. You will also develop your scientific skills on UK field trips, and have the option to apply research techniques in the tropical forests and coral reefs of Asia or Central America. Typical study subjects include big game tracking, conservation genetics, wildlife management, ecology, vertebrate zoology, marine and freshwater biology.
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BSc (Hons) in Medicinal and Biological ChemistryMedicine and Pharma

GBP 14,400/year

Fee

36 Months

Duration

IELTS: 6

Qualification

Bachelors

Course level

On Campus

Mode of Degree

Sep

Intakes

Medicinal and biological chemistry is the foundation of modern medicine. The life sciences industry is one of the largest industrial sectors in the UK, where you could use your skills to have a positive e?ect on health and wellbeing worldwide. This is a truly multidisciplinary science. While chemistry forms the core of this Medicinal and Biological Chemistry degree, you’ll also study biology, physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology to understand the links between human disease and its prevention and treatment through drug design. To prepare you for the workplace there’s a significant amount of simulated work-based learning as part of this course, as well as employability and professional development activities. In your final year, for example, you can complete a major project in the workplace or pursue an industry-linked project.
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BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science

GBP 14,100/year

Fee

36 Months

Duration

IELTS: 6

Qualification

Bachelors

Course level

On Campus

Mode of Degree

Sep

Intakes

THE SUBJECT AREA OF 'CHEMISTRY' AT USW IS RATED TOP IN THE UK AND TOP IN WALES FOR STUDENT SATISFACTIONNATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY 2021
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