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DISCOVER University of Wales ​Trinity Saint David,

The University celebrated 200 years of ​Higher Education in Wales in 2022.

UWTSD has 3 main campuses in southwest Wales ​in South West Wales, as well as a campus in ​London and learning centres in Cardiff and ​Birmingham.

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SA1 Swansea Waterfront

Swansea Business Campus

Swansea College of Art, Dynevor road

Key facts on UWTSD

Founded in 1822

15,045 students

HESA 2021/22

Higher Education institution in Wales

plus undergraduate courses

Five libraries

Get a degree with a £22,000 annual budget that covers living expenses.

Art school in Swansea and the oldest in Wales

Second largest city in Wales. City Centre location. Known for its waterfront, beaches, and the nearby Gower Peninsula.

Employment was secured for over 95% of its graduates within 15 months of completing their studies.

Swansea campus is well-known for its industry-oriented approach and focus on career development.

Historic, UWTSD has the oldest Royal Charter in Wales, but became the newest university in 2013 when ​Swansea Metropolitan University merged into the institution.

✨Fashion and Textiles 2nd in UK out of 46, 1st in ​Wales

✨Film Production & Photography 7th in the UK out of ​67, 1st in Wales

✨Fine Art 12th in the UK out of 60, 1st in Wales

✨Graphic Design 13th in the UK out of 62, 1st in ​Wales

✨Fashion and Textiles 2nd in UK out of 46, 1st in ​Wales

✨Mechanical Engineering 3rd in the UK out of 67, ​1st in Wales

✨Education 6th in the UK out of 91, 1st in Wales

✨Sports Science 6th in the UK out of 86, 2nd in ​Wales

✨Film Production & Photography 7th in the UK out of ​67, 1st in Wales

✨Fine Art 12th in the UK out of 60, 1st in Wales

✨Graphic Design 13th in the UK out of 62, 1st in ​Wales

✨Psychology 19th in the UK out of 116, 2nd in Wales

✨Computer Science & Information Systems 20th in ​the UK out of 111, 1st in Wales

OUR

SUBJECTS

The list above provides broad subject areas available at each location. For specific course details, please visit our website.

An Art School Experience

An art college education is unlike any other form of university education. Its uniqueness lies in the way in which it fosters, directs and encourages individuality, creativity and innovation.

Swansea College of Art is situated across a number of city centre locations. Our Dynevor and Alex buildings are just five minutes’ walk to the town centre

Oldest art college in Wales

The UK has an amazingly rich and diverse range of art colleges with a distinguished heritage of producing globally recognised artists, designers, animators, filmmakers, and performers. Swansea College of Art, as the oldest and most established art college in Wales, is a well-respected part of that tradition and most diverse portfolios of courses in the UK.

Remarkable graduates

Our industry reputation of producing excellent graduates means high employment rates, with graduates working across many creative industries in design studios, publishing houses and freelance. Some examples: Apple, Saatchi & Saatchi, Fitch, Sky Creative, Sky Sports, British Science Museum, Google, Nike and Lego.

UWTSD ranked 1st in Wales for Fashion & Textiles (3rd in UK), Film Production & Photography (4th in UK), Graphic Design (11th in UK), and Fine Art under The Guardian Univeristy Guide 2024)

Live projects and industry links

Range of facilities and studio spaces

Graduate successes with alumni working such as Lego, Rolls Royce, Apple, McLarence

Students graduation portfolio - Class of 2024

BA Hons Automotive and Transport Design

Sam Partridge

With the climate crisis becoming an increasing threat to humanity, it is fair to theorise that soon world governments could come together over this shared fear to find potential salvation for humanity. This project focuses on the possibility of humans becoming a multi-planetary species.

The backstory for the design project assumes that Mars will start with a small community of twelve of the world’s best scientists, doctors, engineers, and pilots. In the initial months and years on the planet, they will need a vehicle for research purposes, allowing them to explore the tough terrain of Mars further. It should be capable of shuttling two crew members with basic sampling equipment over expansive rocky and sandy surfaces away from the main research base and back.

Oliver Rye

Natural disasters and global conflicts are increasing. Using naval vessels to solely complete aid and relief is an outdated idea. FAR is an aid and relief vessel concept and example of versatile humanitarian support efficiency, through the use of private vessel ownership.

An aid and relief vessel not only delivers supplies, but also evacuates people and restarts societies. Versatility becomes imperative, meaning ordinary vessels may not be enough. When commissioning a new superyacht, ‘ordinary’ is something to avoid. A crane rated to lift four tonnes of supplies is also capable of lifting a hypercar.

Instagram @oliver.ryedesign

Harry de la Riviere

The current electric era offers performance and stats that were previously not possible. For the driver, however, their experience is predominantly through the medium of sight and the sense of g-forces. To date, sounds and vibrations haven’t been developed to enhance the driver experience.

This project sets out to challenge conventions and develop the principle that considers each component as an instrument in an orchestra. At its core, OTO consists of four air columns that form the chassis. Each produces a sound similar to a wind instrument, manipulating the air to create unique individual sounds, together with disruptive airflow from the wheels and body, mixing to create a visceral harmony of noise. 

Instagram @harrydelariviere

Ben Harris

Acting as a permanent residence for the stagecoach theatre school in Merthyr Tydfil who currently use local schools during evenings and weekends., this theatre will give local children a place to learn and experience what the performing arts can be. With a mix of spaces for both dance and acting, students are able to perform and showcase what they have learnt in the building’s theatre. This will also be used by local performers such as small bands, drama groups, or even comedians.

As part of a wider masterplan which contains restaurants, bars, and outdoor performance spaces, the theatre school acts as part of a new quarter in Merthyr Tydfil with the aim to add to and enhance the historic town.

The use of local slate on the ground floors act as a base for the contrasting upper floors to sit upon with their white finish. A large amount of landscaping has also been introduced to promote wildlife and create an inviting space for visitors.

The Architectural Glass Centre (AGC)

Services cover most aspects of commissioning, manufacturing and installing decorative glass work

UWTSD’s 2024 race team will complete with North Gloucester Road Racing Club.

UWTSD has been delivering Motorsport Education since 1998. Longest running program in the country.

Student-led racing team, giving hand-on practial industrial guided experience

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International Foundation Programme - IFP

Depending on your course, you’ll also get the opportunity to gain industry-based qualifications, work placements and internships during your degree.

If you’re studying an Engineering or Automotive degree, for example, you could be spending a placement year in the automotive industry with the likes of McLaren Group, Gordon Murray, Arc Vehicle, Bentley, Ford, Toyota, Aston Martin, Jaguar, or Rolls Royce.

Studying Law, policing or criminology?

Our courses are developed in partnership with South Wales Police.

Interested in the academic discipline of childhood, youth and education?

You will have 24 weeks for placement.

Looking for a degree in hospitality, tourism or international hotel management? Get the experience you need with placements at Marriott Hotels.

Perhaps you want to boost your culinary skills? With International Gastronomy Management, you could do a placement with Marco Pierre White Restaurants.

And if you’re considering a future in the creative industries, we’ve got links to Tinopolis, H&M, M&S and Hallmark.

Our specialist facilities include a strength and conditioning facility, 3G training area, fitness studio, physiology and biomechanics labs, swimming pool, sports analysis suite, indoor sports hall, and sports therapy and rehabilitation suites.

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Excellent facilities, inclduing gym equipment, health and fitness monitoring machines, 3D cameras, swimming pool, outdoor sports spaces

Access to athlete development services; professional-level coaching, strength and conditioning training, and valuable advice on nutrition, diet, lifestyle via UWTSD Academy of Sport.

Carmarthenshire is for adventure sports, adventure and outdoor enthusiasts and trail biking.

Physiology & Biomechanics Labs

Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation Suites

Accommodation

Located in the City Centre on the doorstep of the train station.

Program for Spring 2025 intake

Program for Spring 2025 intake

Tuition fee Spring 2025 intake

Undergraduate - GBP 13,500 per year

Master - GBP 15,000 per year

PhD - GBP 15,000 per year

Application requirement

Undergraduate freshman application requirements

1) Graduated from high school, hold a high school ​diploma, and have a high school grade of 75% or ​above;

2) or A Level: Business Studies 88 UCAS tariff points,

104-116 UCAS tariff points for Computing or ​Engineering;

For requirements of other international baccalaureate ​programs, such as IB and AP, please us.

Undergraduate Top-up Application Requirements

1) Graduated from a 2.5-year or 3-year program with ​an average score of no less than 65%;

2) Or SQA graduates with an overall grade of C or ​above;

Master's degree application requirements

1) Graduated from a Chinese university, holding a bachelor's ​degree certificate, and the average score is not less than 65%; ​the average score of engineering courses is not less than 70%; ​(self-taught qualifications are accepted);

2) Or a bachelor's degree from a British university, second class ​second or above;

PhD Application Requirements

1) Graduated from a Chinese university with a master's degree, ​holding a master's degree certificate, and an average score of ​no less than 65%;

2) Or a master's degree from a British university with a Merit or ​above degree;

English requirement

• Any form of Identification certificate e.g. ​passport
  
• Completed or current Educational ​Qualification Certificate
• Proof of of English level
• Personal statement (minimum 500 words)
  
• Academic referee letter (s)

UG - school teacher

PG - can be from an academic or

professional

• Portfolio (Website or PPT or video ​presenting ideas to final product with ​explaination on work progress)
  
• Resume
• Other supporting related documents e,g, ​subject syllabus

Foundation

• IELTS Academic for UKVI overall 5.0 (min ​band 4.5)
  

Undergraduate and Postgraduate

• IELTS Academic for UKVI overall 6.0 (min ​band 5.5)
• IELTS Academic will be on a case to ​case.

Offer Internal English Test

• Need to have an offer and pass academic ​interview
  
• Duration 4 hours
  
• Min 5 students to conduct the test
• Method is online/virtual from CP online
• Fees: Free of charge
• This is to replace IELTS requirement

PRE-SESSIONAL COURSES (PSE)

INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE - UWTSD SWANSEA CAMPUS

• IELTS Academic for UKVI overall 5.0 ​(min band 4.5)
  
• Fees: £ 3,900 for 10 weeks
• Start: 8th July -13th Sept 2024
• No exam
• Intensive course of a min of 16 hours ​per week and regular periods of self-​study.
• All course materials are included in ​the cost.
• No commission given to CP.

Checklist:

Step 1: Online Enrollment

1. Online Registration: The registration system, MyTSD, ​will open 2 weeks before your course starts.
   
2. Email Invitation: UWTSD will send an email invitation to ​the student's application email address.
   
3. Agreement: By registering online, you agree to become ​a UWTSD student and adhere to the university’s rules ​and regulations. This will create your student file record.
   
• Link: MyTSD
  
4. Course Information: Once registration is complete, you ​can view all personal details and course information, ​including course modules, in MyTSD.
   

Step 2: How to Log in to MyTSD

• Username: Your username is your seven-digit student ID ​number.
  
• Further Information: Detailed instructions can be found in the ​registration invitation email.
  

Step 3: Student ID Card

• Collection: You can collect your student ID card at the ​orientation meeting by completing the following steps:
  
1. Complete online registration.
   
2. Upload a photo via MyTSD.
   

Step 4: Airport Pick-Up for New Students

• Cost: University transport costs GBP 50 per person.
  
• Pick-Up Service: UWTSD provides a pick-up service from ​Heathrow Airport (Terminal 3) in the UK on the following dates:
  
• Lampeter Campus: 12 September 2024.
  
• Carmarthen & Swansea Campuses: 19 September 2024.
  
• Deadline to book: 31 July 2024.
  
• Booking: Please click here for the UWTSD International Student ​Arrival Form.
  
• Private Transport: For any other day, students can request a ​private transport. The cost is GBP 240 per trip (allowable to share ​by 2 people).
  

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) welcome His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, to confer honorary degrees at a ceremony held at its Lampeter campus (7 July 2022)

HRH The Prince of Wales and Professor Medwin Hughes leading the procession through the main chapel at the university’s Lampeter campus (Image: UWTSD)

Immersive Education and Experimental Teaching approaches

BA(Hons) Automotive Design

Higher Degree:

MA Vehicle Design

Royal College of Art

Employment:

Senior Designer at McLaren

“Swansea College of Art - UWTSD for me has really helped shape who I have become and I feel honoured to be able to say my success is down to the continued support and dedication of its tutors.”

BA(Hons) Graphic Design

Employment:

Designer at LEGO

“Swansea helped me achieve my full potential as a Graphic Designer. The work pushed my creativity in new, interesting ways, while the lecturers were both encouraging and insightful, going above and beyond to help when needed.

If you’re considering a career in Graphic Design, I can recommend nowhere better.”

"Since the industrial revolution, engineering

and technology has been at the forefront of

global development, and men have led the

way in breaking new ground.

We as women, as engineers, scientists, and

researchers, are changing the perception

of these industries and encouraging young

women to break down their own barriers

and be inspired by the opportunities STEM

careers can ofer.

I have met some fantastic women during

my time in the Motorcycle industry including

riders, racers, mechanics, and engineers, all

of whom have their own success stories of

overcoming social biases within the industry.

Our place as women is wherever

we decide it to be."

I chose this course for three reasons: the DBA is one of the most advanced degrees available to those in the field of business and is globally recognized; it will help me stand out from the pack of MBA graduates as it shows that I am willing to go that extra mile to prepare for a leadership position, and, a DBA degree will open multiple career paths as this degree not only identifies me as an expert in my field, but has enabled me to acquire a set of management and decision-making skills that may quality me for senior-level leadership positions and new career opportunities.

One of the most important skills that the DBA has taught me is critical thinking and that everything can be questioned, no matter how long established and how widely a received wisdom it is. I feel that I have gained confidence in my own analytical skills, as well as in the work I produce.

The UWTSD London campus is one of the most upbeat

and exciting places to study with experienced and professional staff, as well as knowledgeable lecturers, who are there on every step of my learning journey.

Appendix

Other English qualification for undergraduate study.

Malaysian 1119 syllabus - Grade C and above / CEFR B1

Cambrdige IGCSE - min Grade C (Grade 4) in English as a Second language

International Baccalaurate (IB) -

• Higher Level 5 or Standard Level 5 Language A
• Higher Level 5 or Standard Level 5 Language B

TOEFL iBT - Overall min score of 72 with Reading min 18, Listening min 17, Writing min 17, Speaking min 20. Must be taken in a single test.

Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) - min score of 59 required in all four components.

Cambridge English Proficiency - CEFR Level C2 with a pass

Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - Min score of 169 overall with at least 162 in each component part.

Common European Framework for Langauge (CEFR) Level B2 - Undergraduate

(CEFR) Level B1 - Foundation

Note: English Langauge Test documents awared within 2 years of applying for entry.

Other English qualification for undergraduate / postgradaure study.

Have successfully completed a recognised undergraduate / postgraduate qualification from UK

Have successfully completed within the last 2 years a recognised undergradaute or postgraduate qualification through the medium of English or English language speaking country. Statement stating language of delivery and assessment + pass interview with UWTSD.

Have successfully completed with the last five years a recognised qualification in subject of English.

Have successfully completed with the last 3 years a recognised undergraduate or postgradaute qualification taught online through the medium of English awarded directly within the UK.