University of South Wales

USW Sport students are now learning on the University’s new full-sized indoor 3G pitch at the USW Sport Park - the only one in Wales.

This facility provides students with the very best environment in which to learn, grow and become professional coaches and analysts.

Their classroom is on this pitch - a FIFA 2-star pitch which meets all the requirements of the B license for football coaching which is embedded in to its football courses.

The pitch also conforms to World Rugby 22 standard with a shock pad underneath, meaning it will play better, last longer and provide a safer playing environment for rugby students.

Its new specialist centre for strength and conditioning provides 12 lifting platforms so an entire rugby or football squad can train together. The floor is integrated with the platforms so that it can support the heavy weights its athletes will be using.

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When it comes to working with industry, USW is the University of Choice for business. Many of its courses are developed with the professional bodies and leading organisations that employ its graduates, from local government and the NHS to many of the world’s major corporations.

Its courses are designed to increase the skills and employability of its students. This is recognised in the University’s partnership with key anchor companies in Wales’s growth sectors.

Its teaching staff and careers teams have connections with employers, professional bodies and specialists across industry, practice and the professions. The University works with employer partners to make sure that its students get all the experience and advice that they need.

In Aerospace, the University’s unique partnership with British Airways enables aircraft maintenance engineering students to graduate with both a BSc degree and the industry-standard EASA professional licence under BA’s accreditation.

Its Accounting courses are hugely respected, gaining Gold and Platinum ACCA accolades, as well as being named Public Sector Accountancy College of the Year by PQ Magazine.

In financial and professional services, its pioneering graduate scheme offers paid work placements in partnership with Admiral, Atradius, GMAC and Composite Legal Expenses, providing opportunities to experience a professional career in financial services first hand.

Its partnership with employers makes the University of South Wales a major contributor to the success of its graduates and their employers.

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English Language Entry Requirements

Proficiency in the English language is essential and the University recognises the following English language qualifications:

• GCSE pass in English at Grade C or above.
• IELTS with an average overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component for undergraduate and most postgraduate study.
• TOEFL IBT minimum score of 80 IBT for undergraduate and most postgraduate courses.
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): exams taken from January 2015 – overall score of 169 with at least 162 in each component for undergraduate and most postgraduate study. Exams taken before January 2015 – Grade C and no less than borderline in each skill for undergraduate and postgraduate.
• Trinity College English Language qualifications: ISE II Distinction or ISE III Pass for undergraduate and most postgraduate courses.
• City and Guild’s IESOL/ISESOL tests at the communicator level (B2) for undergraduate expert and for the majority of postgraduate programmes.
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum of 51 points in each element for the majority of undergraduate programmes and for the majority of postgraduate programmes.

Students who do not meet these requirements must look into a number of courses to prepare themselves for academic studies. Please visit the Centre for International English pages for more information.

International Scholarships

The University of South Wales offers the following scholarships for self-funding international students. They will be automatically considered for one of these awards when they receive their application. Students do not need to make a separate application and confirmation of the scholarship will be included in their offer letter.

• Undergraduate degree courses – GBP 1,500 per year
• Postgraduate degree courses – GBP 2,000
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) – GBP 1,500

Chancellors International Development Scholarships

Undergraduate International Development Scholarships of GBP 2,500 are available for students from the following countries:

• Bangladesh
• Brazil
• India
• Kenya
• Mexico
• Myanmar
• Nepal
• Nigeria
• Sri Lanka
• Tanzania
• Thailand
• Turkey
• Uganda
• Vietnam
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

This scholarship is available only for students studying a full undergraduate degree.

This scholarship would replace the standard £1,500 undergraduate scholarship and is available only for those students studying a full undergraduate degree. Higher National Diploma students and Foundation Degree students are not eligible for the Chancellor’s International Development Scholarship.

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, the IFP, or English Language Programmes.

Fee discount for international students at USW progressing to masters level study

The University of South Wales offers the following scholarships for self-funding USW international graduates…

• MBA – GBP 4,000
• MA/MSc (non-STEM) awards – GBP 4,200
• MA/MSc (STEM) awards – GBP 3,700

Applicants must pay the minimum deposit stipulated in the offer letter by the date stated on the Acceptance Form in order to secure their scholarship.

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Treforest, Pontypridd Campus

From listed buildings to new, modern structures, Treforest reflects the USW’s history and its ambitions. Students will find everything they need in one place - halls of residence, the library and sport centre, cafes, and friends to spend time with.

Glyntaff, Pontypridd Campus

Home to health, nursing, police, sport and science students, Glyntaff has state-of-the-art facilities including the latest science laboratories, a Crime Scene House for forensic investigation and a Clinical Simulation Centre. Students will also find a library, two cafes and a free regular shuttle bus to USW Treforest.

USW Cardiff

The USW Cardiff campus has recently been developed, to offer even more specialist facilities for students to learn creative skills in a professional environment. Well known as a city of culture and entertainment, the opportunities for creative industries in Cardiff are endless.

USW Newport

USW Newport is home to a wide range of subject areas, helping students benefit from studying in a diverse atmosphere. It is continually developing facilities - there’s a new cafe with Starbucks coffee, Students’ Union facilities and study space, and more developments to come.

USW Sport Park

USW Sport Park is one of the best university sport coaching and training venues in the country. Many professional teams use the USW Sport Park for training, such as the Wales football team, Cardiff City Football Club, as well as the touring British Lions and New Zealand rugby squad.

Facilities include 11 pitches, including five floodlit pitches, an artificial training pitch and a 3G rubber crumb floodlit football pitch. New for 2018 will be a specialist centre for strength and conditioning and a full-sized indoor football pitch - the only one in Wales and one of only five in the UK.

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There’s a great selection of accommodation at the University of South Wales – from halls of residence on campus to privately rented rooms in the local area.

Halls of residence

The on-campus halls of residence are the most convenient type of accommodation available. For students studying at Treforest or Glyntaff, the on-campus accommodation is situated at the main campus (Treforest), and facilities including the Learning Resources Centre, The Centre for Sport, Health & Exercise and Students Union are close by.

For students studying at Cardiff, there are three privately owned accommodation options for the University of South Wales students, one of which is directly opposite the ATRiuM campus. Living in halls of residence is a great opportunity to meet new people, make friends and enjoy independence whilst living in a safe and secure environment.

For students studying at Newport, there are a range of standard or en-suite rooms available all with a shared kitchen, dining and living area.

Privately rented accommodation

Some international students prefer to stay with a host family or share a house with British students, as it provides them with a good opportunity to improve their English.

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