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Student life

At Swansea, life is as vibrant as the community you’ll join! With over 150 societies and 50 sports clubs, plus events like Freshers’ Week, the Summer Ball, and the iconic Welsh Varsity, there’s always something to dive into. 

Your Students’ Union (SU) is at the heart of it all—run by students, for students. From bars and shops to advice and support, every penny goes back into making your experience unforgettable. 

Finding your perfect home is easy too. With accommodation across four locations and options like quiet zones, alcohol-free living, and Welsh-speaking areas, there’s a space for everyone to feel at home. 

And the location? Unbeatable. Both campuses are right on the beach, perfect for BBQs, winter walks, and catching waves. 

Visit Swansea University to see what life is like on campus.

What's it like to live in Wales?
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With beautiful hills and coastlines to explore by foot, bike, surfboard or zipline, Wales offers a great student experience and a wide range of universities connected to their local communities.

The country has a little of everything – historic cities like Cardiff and Swansea, pretty coastal towns, and three national parks including Snowdonia, home to the highest mountain in Wales. If you love the outdoors, you’ll be right at home.

Wales has a long history of sporting achievement, literature, and history. Perhaps you'll hear some tales over some rarebit – a traditional dish that puts cheese on toast to shame.

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What's it like to live in Swansea?
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Wales’ ‘Waterfront City’, Swansea combines city life with stunning beach views just a few minutes from the centre of town.

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Campus and facilities

Swansea University is more than just a place to study—it’s a vibrant, self-contained hub where everything you need to thrive is right at your fingertips. 

Singleton Park Campus combines culture, convenience, and top-notch facilities. You’ll find a variety of shops, food outlets, theatre, cinema, and even a museum with the UK’s largest collection of Egyptian artefacts outside of London. Sports fans will be in their element with Olympic-standard swimming pools, indoor and outdoor pitches, athletics tracks, tennis courts, and a fully equipped gym. 

Bay Campus offers cutting-edge learning spaces set in a stunning location. With a fully equipped library, a 700-seat auditorium, coffee shops, and retail outlets, you’ll have everything you need to succeed. And don’t forget the beach—just steps away, perfect for relaxing after a day of lectures. 

At Swansea, campus life is where your academic and personal growth meet, giving you the best of both worlds. 

Course locations

Bay Campus

Fabian Way, Swansea, SA1 8EN

Singleton Park, Swansea

Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP

Main Site

Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP

Singleton Park Campus

Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP

Bay Campus, Swansea

Fabian Way, Swansea, SA1 8EN

St David's Park, Carmarthen

Jobswell Road, Carmarthen, SA31 3HB

Coleg Cambria - Northop

Holywell Road, Northop, CH7 6AA