Swansea University

About Swansea University

Would you like to study your postgraduate degree at The Times and Sunday Times’ Welsh University of the Year 2025?

You can help overcome global challenges at Swansea University, by collaborating with our world-renowned academics, utilising our advanced research facilities, and working with our global businesses and partnerships. We will provide you with a dynamic study and research environment for your postgraduate degree, that is internationally recognised for its quality and impact (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).

Experience the benefits that Swansea University has to offer

86% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework, 2021)
Top 100 in Europe (QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025)
Top in Wales (The Guardian University Guide 2024)

Whether you’re looking to study for a master’s, PhD or other postgraduate qualification, we offer a range of courses across all subject areas and expertise.

A fantastic teaching and research environment

You can be sure that when you attend Swansea, you’ll receive an outstanding study experience whatever course you choose. All our postgraduate degrees are led by globally respected academics and are guided by the latest research findings and innovations. As a Swansea student, you’ll become part of our postgraduate community, working alongside staff and students from over 130 countries.

Swansea is helping to change the world. Our research is making a real global impact on business, industry, healthcare, technology, culture, and the well-being of society. Look at some of our most recent research highlights and be inspired to make a difference.

Funding opportunities

We understand that the cost of your studies is one of the most important factors when deciding on a university for your postgraduate degree, which is why we offer a range of scholarships throughout the year. Explore our scholarships and funding options for more information on availability and eligibility.

Postgraduate government funding is also available for UK students starting eligible master’s courses at Swansea. If you’re an English or Welsh student looking to undertake a PhD level course with us, you may be able to borrow up to £29,390 to help with the cost of your studies. Learn more about your postgraduate loan options today.

Enhance your career prospects

Want to stand out from the crowd in a competitive jobs market? Our postgraduate courses will do more than extend your knowledge of your subject area; they’ll equip you with essential workplace skills. Through our long-term partnerships with commercial and industrial partners such as Santander, Fujitsu and Airbus, we provide postgraduates with hands-on industry experience and help establish ongoing working relationships. The Swansea Employability Academy will also be on hand throughout your studies to provide one-to-one guidance on job searching, as well as placement opportunities and employability events.

A Vibrant Postgraduate Community

Swansea has a diverse and vibrant postgraduate community that involves over 4,000 students from across the globe. You will have many opportunities to meet students from across our faculties and get involved with postgraduate activities and projects outside of the classroom—including our PGR Showcase, Three Minute Thesis Competition, PGR Society and Research Groups and Centres.

Excellent international student support

With students from over 130 countries, we have a multicultural community that is supported by an excellent international student support service. To help you get settled in at Swansea University, we provide a range of social events, trips and activities throughout the academic year.

City and coastal living

Both of our campuses are located next to the beach and are within easy reach of the vibrant city centre, which offers an array of restaurants, bars, shops, and leisure activities. Venture a little further and you can unwind in the UK’s First Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—the Gower Peninsula—and relax on award-winning beaches and discover unspoilt countryside.