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    Wales’ ‘Waterfront City’, Swansea combines city life with stunning beach views just a few minutes from the centre of town.

    Swansea is a lot bigger than I thought it would be. The beach is incredible, especially the Mumbles end, which has lots of little eateries, and a nature trail around it. The older [Swansea University] campus Singleton is situated right next to a huge park. There are so many independent restaurants, cafés, and bars within walking distance of each other – especially in the Uplands area. (Third year student, Swansea University)

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      Leeds Trinity University
      Primary Education (Early Years 3-7) with QTS BA (Hons)
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      University of Lincoln
      Dance - BA (Hons)
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      Leeds Trinity University
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      Coventry University
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      University of Hertfordshire
      Animation, film, games and creative media
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      Liverpool John Moores University
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      Swansea University
      Sport and Exercise Science, BSc (Hons)
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      Bangor University
      Marine Biology
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      University of Glasgow
      Common Law [LLB]
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      City St George's, University of London
      Politics BSc (Hons)
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      University of Lincoln
      Architecture - BA (Hons)
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      Coventry University
      Sports Coaching BSc
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      University College Birmingham
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      University of Glasgow
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      University of Aberdeen
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    What Swansea's famous for...

    Gower Peninsula

    The UK’s very first area of outstanding natural beauty is the perfect escape from the stresses of student life, with secret beaches, paragliders, birds, and more.

    Gower Peninsula

    Swansea nightlife, according to students

    Most Swansea students will go to Wind Street on a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. There are often student deals to make it a bit more friendly on the student bank account. The nightlife is safe, and there will always be people there to help, whether that be club staff giving out wristbands or bouncers. Campus buses run 24 hours a day [Monday to Saturday], and taxis can be found at either end of Wind Street. (Swansea University student)

    Dylan Thomas

    While Swansea has lots of famous links, poet Dylan Thomas is the city’s most revered figure. He wrote most of his work as a teenager, about growing up in Wales.

    Dylan Thomas

    Swansea nightlife, according to students

    For people who prefer more alternative music or DnB events, there's a club called Sin City opposite the main Tesco. Sin is owned by [Swansea University] so has very affordable event nights. There are also a number of pubs and bars across Swansea, with Wig & Pen being my local favourite. (Third year student, Swansea University)

    Football for the fans

    In a world of millionaire owners, Swansea Football Club is a pleasant exception. The Swans' fans own a fifth of their beloved club.

    Football fans

    Student life in Swansea

    Local gems, tips, and things to do, as recommended by students.

    Low on cash

    Go to the beach and make fires, or swim in the sea in the summer. Everything and everyone is so close together, so it’s easy to go and just chill anywhere you want. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Treat yourself

    The main place for a night out is down Wind Street (often misheard as ‘Wine Street’), which has a huge number of clubs, bars, restaurants and fast food places for after (including a Maccies). (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Friday night out

    Loads of drum and bass artists perform [at Sin City] regularly. There are also themed events at Sin, like ‘80s Night’, ‘Stranger Things night’, ‘Emo Night’, [or] ‘Silent Disco’. (Third year student, Swansea University)

    Sunday chilling

    There’s a cycle path along the seafront which goes all the way to The Mumbles, offering stunning views of Swansea Bay. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    When family visit

    The beach is always a popular option when parents visit, as you can walk and talk. The Mumbles is a quieter and more upmarket place to go out and eat, if you want to get away from the city centre. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Feeling cultural

    Cinema and Co. is the cutest art [cinema], and put on really cool indie/old films, as well as new ones. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Catch up with mates

    There are so many pubs, most of which would be down Wind Street, or in Uplands. My favourite cheap pub is Wig & Pen, or Hoogah for wine. (Third year student, Swansea University)

    Grab a bite

    Kaspa’s Desserts is a nice dessert place offering crepes, waffles, and sundaes. I enjoy the Kinder Bueno waffles, with strawberries on top. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Swansea in pictures

    Llangennith Beach

    Llangennith Beach, [a] 20-minute drive from Swansea centre. (Cait, second year student at Swansea University)

    Llangennith Beach

    Living in Swansea, according to students

    Brynmill is the most popular area for second and third year students because it’s within walking distance to the main campus, if you cut through Singleton Park. Plenty of students live in this area, which makes it good for nightlife or taxi-sharing when you come back from a night out. There are cafes and restaurants dotted around, and plenty of smaller Tescos/Costcutters, as well as the main supermarkets.(Second year student, Swansea University)

    Swansea Bay

    This is Swansea Bay beach opposite Singleton campus. You get the most stunning views walking along here. In the summer, barbecues and bonfires are a must! (Emma, second year student at Swansea University)

    Rhossili Bay

    Rhossili Bay, when I went on a walk with uni friends for the first time. It was amazing to see sheep literally climbing cliff faces, and not being phased at all. They would walk right near us as well, and not be worried at all. It's a beautiful place to see at some point. (Izzy, third year student at Swansea University)

    Rhossili Bay

    Living in Swansea, according to students

    Uplands – the area is nice and is full of students, so there’s not [many complaints] from other residents unless you’re stupidly loud. It being a student area, there are lots of house parties which is really fun, and you’re always only round the corner from a pub or corner shop. It's a 15-minute walk through the park to campus, and a 15-minute walk along the beach into town. (Second year student, Swansea University)

    Sunrise

    Sometimes you have to get up in the morning for 9am lectures. It's well worth it for the sunrises you get over the bay. It's beautiful cycling along the bike path to campus, and you never get bored of it. (Ben, second year student at Swansea University)

    Swansea sunrise

    Living in Swansea

    Housing, travel, and budgeting tips.

    Where you'll find students

    • Brynmill
    • Uplands
    • Sandfields

    Local transport

    • Mytravelpass discounted scheme funded by Welsh Government
    • 6–21 year-old residents in Wales can save 1/3 on bus fares

    Student money tips

    Park Tawe [retail park] has free parking for three hours if you want to go into town but don't want to spend money on parking. For meat, if you don't mind going out of your way, head to Mumbles (by getting the 2 bus) – there's a butchers called Tuckers Butchers that do good offers. (Third year student, Swansea University)

    The cost of living as a student soon adds up, us our budget calculator to find out roughly how much you'll need each month.

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