[Transcriber’s note: This accessible copy was produced by Swansea University Transcription Centre in 2026. Bold text is transcribed using italics in the following transcription. Reoccurring symbols and logos are described within square brackets. End of note.]

[Title page]

Swansea University Postgraduate 2026.
Postgraduate funding opportunities available.
[Image of the bilingual Swansea University logo with its coat of arms. The background photograph shows four smiling students wearing graduation gowns and caps. Two of the students hold bouquets of flowers.]

[pages 0 and 01]

[Transcriber’s note: This double page shows an aerial photograph of Mumbles lighthouse and pier with Swansea Bay and Gower in the background. End of note.]
[Vimeo video: Postgraduate study at Swansea University] [video still shows a student at their graduation ceremony.]
Welcome to Swansea.
  Find out more about Swansea University and our postgraduate programmes by booking on to one of our upcoming open day events* [asterisk].
*[asterisk] please check our website for full details, dates and format of upcoming open day events.
Book your open day place today.

[page 02 and 03]

Contents.
  04. Welcome.
05. Why Swansea.
10. Discover Wales, Discover Swansea.
12. Campus Maps.
16. Fees and Funding.
21. Budgeting.
22. Careers and Employability.
24. Research at Swansea University.
26. Postgraduate Taught Degrees.
28. Postgraduate Research Degrees.
32. Undergrad to Postgrad.
34. What Our Students Say.
36. Alumni.
38. Accommodation.
41. Supporting You.
42. Study and Summer Abroad Opportunities.
44. Welsh-Medium Opportunities.
46. Students' Union.
48. Sport.
51. Sustainability.
52. International Student Information.
56. How to Apply.
58. Application Checklist.
63. Your Guide to Postgraduate Degrees.
64. A-Z Courses.
[Ten photos are shown across pages 2 and 3. Each photo includes a number which corresponds to a page in the prospectus.]
  06. [photograph of students seated at their graduation ceremony.]
12. [aerial photo of Bay campus.]
16. [photograph of a student presenting in front of a class.]
21: Managing Your Money. [image of a piggy bank.]
36. [photo of a row of graduating students throwing their mortar boards in the air.]
38. [photo of a student sitting on their bed in student accommodation.]
41: Supporting You. [image of a woman with crossed legs sitting in a yoga pose.]
42: Looking to Travel Abroad During Your Studies? [photo of colourful boats moored in a bay.]
48. [photo of a woman riding a surfboard.]
63: Your Guide to Postgraduate Degrees. [image of a crossroad sign labelled engineering, arts, science, medicine and humanities]
Research Degrees Course Listings. 
Taught Degrees Course Listings.

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Welcome from Vice-Chancellor, Professor Paul Boyle.
[photo of Professor Paul Boyle standing outside Singleton Abbey.]
  At Swansea University, we recognise the commitment and drive it takes to choose to undertake postgraduate study.
  We are proud of our global reputation for research excellence, as evidenced by securing our highest ever position in the prestigious QS World University Rankings this year. We are listed within the world's top 300 universities in the world for the second year running and were also ranked 36th in the world and 5th in the UK for our contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the THE [Times Higher Education] Impact Rankings 2025.
  These results reflect our commitment to providing academic excellence and a thriving, supportive research environment where our postgraduate researchers can make a real difference. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2021), 91% of our research environment and 86% of our research impact was rated world-leading and internationally excellent.
  In these pages you will find examples of how our research community is working collaboratively and internationally to address the greatest challenges facing our people and our planet.
  My first academic role was as a lecturer at Swansea University, and I have firsthand experience of the dedicated teaching and support you will receive here to help you on your path to a brilliant career. Our outstanding facilities and teaching expertise are designed to help you progress and excel in your chosen field. I do hope that you decide to join our vibrant research community.
Top 300 QS World University Rankings.
Ranked globally from the world’s top universities (QS World University Rankings 2026).

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Why Swansea.
[photo of the wide sweeping Rhossili Bay/Llangennith Beach.]
From Campus to Beach in Minutes.
  At Swansea University, you can head straight from campus to a beautiful five-mile stretch of beach, accessible from both campuses.
  3 blue flag beaches on your doorstep 2025.
A Student Life that Won't Break the Bank!
  In Swansea; rent, the cost of eating out, food and entertainment is lower than in many larger UK uni cities, so you might find your budget stretches a little further.
•	Rent on average 64% lower than London* [asterisk].
*[asterisk] Information provided by Numbeo, June 2025.
•	7th Safest City in the UK for students. (Complete University Guide 2024)
[photo of a shared kitchen and dining area in halls accommodation.]

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Getting You Career-Ready After Graduation.
  With an outstanding employability record, we ensure that you are ready for your career. Our strong ties with major organisations mean that we develop graduates that are consistently exceeding industry demands.
  Many of our courses benefit from professional accreditation, or offer industry placements, with key opportunities to put theory into practice.
•	95% employability rate* [asterisk]. [Graduate Outcomes logo]. 
*[asterisk] 95% of all graduates are in employment and/or further study or doing other activities such as travelling 15 months after graduation (HESA 2025).
•	Postgraduate earning potential 10.5%** [double asterisk] higher than the average salary at undergraduate level.
**[double asterisk] UK Government Graduate Labour Market Statistics for 2024 (16-64 year olds).
•	86% world leading and internally excellent research. [REF2021 Research Excellence Framework logo].
•	£60m+ research income.

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Experience Excellence at a Top Ranked UK University.
  Choosing Swansea University means choosing a research-led institution that's dedicated to helping you succeed. Our rankings highlight our dedication to providing you with a world-class education and plenty of opportunities to thrive.
•	5th in the UK [Times Higher Education Impact Rankings logo].
(Measurement of universities’ commitment to all 17 UNG Sustainable Development Goals. Times Higher University Impact Ratings 2025).
•	95% of students surveyed would recommend Swansea University (UniCompare logo). (Uni Compare University Rankings 2026).
[Photo of a group of students walking through the sand dunes at the Bay Campus]

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Huge Campus Investments.
  We've invested substantially in your future, creating student and study spaces in state-of-the-art facilities across both campuses.
  Find out more: www.swansea.ac.uk/life-on-campus/ 
[rainbow above globe symbol] People and Planet University League. 1st Award Class. (People and Planet University League 2024/25). 
[Background aerial photograph of the beach and Singleton Park campus with the city of Swansea and the Brecon Beacons in the background.]
[Photo of students chatting in the food hall on Singleton Park Campus]

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Study at Swansea.
[Transcriber’s note: this page shows a map of the British Isles with the following cities labelled (moving from northeast to southwest): Edinburgh; Newcastle; Belfast; Leeds; Manchester; Dublin; Liverpool; Sheffield; Birmingham; Cambridge; Swansea; Cardiff [aeroplane symbol]; London; Bristol; Portsmouth; Exeter. Wales is highlighted and Swansea is marked by an arrow and the Swansea University crest. End of note.]
•	1 hour from Cardiff [bus symbol].
•	1 hour 40 from Bristol [car symbol].
•	2 hours 45 from London [train symbol].
•	3 hours from Birmingham [train symbol].
[Photo of 2 students walking through the Engineering atrium holding coffee cups]

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Discover Wales, Discover Swansea.
[Photograph of two students carrying kayaks through shallow seawater with the Gower coastline behind.]
  A land renowned for its sense of adventure, secret escapes, castles, mountains and of course, beaches. We invite you to get stuck in and discover your version of Wales.
[Photo of a waterfall in a forest] Ystradfellte four waterfalls walk - Bannau Brycheiniog.”

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Swansea and the Area.
  Unwind on the Gower Peninsula, relax on award-winning beaches, or explore unspoilt countryside in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Our region has some of the UK’s best locations for coastal path walks, surfing, cycling, water sports, rock climbing and golf. From adventure sports to laid-back strolls on the beach, there’s something for everyone.
[Photograph of the ruined Pennard castle above Three Cliffs Bay.]
Music, Festivals and Major Events.
  Wales is known as the ‘land of song’, so you won’t be disappointed by the range of live music venues across the city!
  Swansea also attracts a number of major annual events, including the IronMan 70.3, recently made a part of their Pro Series, with some of the world’s best athletes in attendance, the Swansea Bay Air Show, often attended by the incredible Red Arrows, and the Swansea Bay 10k and Half Marathon races.
[Photograph of the Copr Bay Bridge and Swansea Building Society Arena lit up with the image of two hands placed together in the shape of a heart.]
[Aerial photograph of an outdoor stage in Singleton Park with a crowd of people and the city in the background.]
Arts and the Taliesin Centre.
  Swansea is a vibrant centre for art with the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery recognised as the city's premier venue. All national museums and art galleries in Wales are free to enter, so you can soak up some culture at your leisure.
  The Taliesin sits at the heart of Singleton Campus, hosting regular shows, comedians and cinema screenings, and is home to the award-winning Egypt Centre, with a collection of 5,000+ Egyptian artefacts.
Shopping.
  Shop vintage and pre-loved in the Uplands, high-street brands in the city, independent boutiques in Mumbles, or explore Wales’ largest indoor market if you're on the hunt for hidden gems!
Student Vlogs Myfyrwyr.
  Check out our Student Vlogs - Foodie Fridays sampling the best eats Swansea has to offer: [YouTube link] Student Vlogs.
[Photograph of students enjoying a meal at a café.]

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[Tree and building logo] Singleton Park Campus.
[Aerial photograph of Singleton Park Campus, Swansea Bay and Singleton Park shown over 2 pages. The following facilities/faculties are labelled with symbols:]
•	[wave symbol] 5 mile stretch of beach on your doorstep.
•	[arrow symbol] City Centre 15-minute bus ride, 2 miles.
•	[speech bubble symbol] Academi Hywel Teifi.
•	[conversation bubbles symbol] Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Law, Social Sciences, Culture and Communications).
•	[heart symbol with pulse line running through] Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science.
•	[atom symbol] Faculty of Science and Engineering (Biosciences, Chemistry, Geography, Physics).
•	[building symbol] Fulton House. Food outlets including Greggs, Starbucks and Tortilla. A supermarket, Students' Union bar, nightclub, shops, and ‘Harbwr Fulton’ – a social space with a games room and café.
•	[‘i’ information symbol] Hwb. Your one-stop-shop offering information and guidance on any aspect of student life.
•	[book symbol] Singleton Park Library.
•	[house symbol] Student Accommodation.
•	[U symbol] Students’ Union.
•	[swimming symbol] Swansea Bay Sports Park.
•	[theatre symbol] Taliesin Arts Centre and Egypt Centre.
•	[bus symbol] Late night bus service (until 3.30 am during term-time. Approximately 25 minutes to Bay Campus, 15 minutes to city centre).
Other Facilities:
•	Chaplaincy.
•	Dentist/Doctors.
•	Launderette.
•	Multi-faith and Contemplative Space.
[Greggs logo], [Costcutter logo], [Tortilla logo], [Starbucks logo].
[360 degrees arrow symbol] 360° room tour. View our accommodation.
[tree logo with people] Green Flag Award/Gwobr Y Faner Werdd (2025/26).
[rainbow above globe symbol] People and Planet University League. 1st Award Class. (People and Planet University League 2024/25).

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[Wave and building logo] Bay Campus.
[Aerial photograph of the Bay Campus shown over 2 pages. The following facilities/faculties are labelled with symbols:]
•	[arrow symbol] City Centre 15-minute bus ride, 3 miles.
•	[wave symbol] Beachfront location.
•	[book symbol] Bay Library.
•	[briefcase symbol] Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (School of Management).
•	[computer screen symbol] Faculty of Science and Engineering (Computational Foundry - Computer Science and Mathematics).
•	[atom symbol] Faculty of Science and Engineering (Engineering and Sport and Exercise Sciences.)
•	[dumbbell symbol] Gym and Sports Facilities.
•	[‘i’ information symbol] Hwb. Your one-stop-shop offering information and guidance on any aspect of student life.
•	[building symbol] The College.
•	[neoclassical building symbol] The Great Hall.
•	[two hands holding heart symbol] The Haven. Quiet space to relax, faith space or meet friends.
•	[house symbol] Student Accommodation.
•	[coffee cup symbol] Swansea Social Hideaway.
•	[U symbol] Students’ Union.
•	[bus symbol] Late Night Bus Service (until 3.30am during term-time. Approximately 25 minutes to Singleton Park Campus, 15 minutes to city centre.)
Other Facilities:
•	Launderette.
•	Supermarket.
[Costa Coffee logo], [Starbucks logo], [Tesco logo], [Subway logo].
[360 degrees arrow symbol] 360° room tour. View our accommodation.
[tree logo with people] Green Flag Award/Gwobr Y Faner Werdd (2025/26).
[rainbow above globe symbol] People and Planet University League. 1st Award Class. (People and Planet University League 2024/25).

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Funding Your Studies.
  Swansea University is committed to rewarding its students in recognition of their academic and non-academic excellence, and offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to help towards the cost of study.
  Income-related bursaries are also available, together with funding towards studying in another country if chosen as part of a degree programme.
  For further information, to check your eligibility or make an application, please see the funding page: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/ 
[Background photograph of a student speaking at the front of a class.]

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Fully-funded PhD Scholarships* [asterisk].
  For further information and check current availability for Research Scholarships: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/research/ 
•	Up to £5,000 Postgraduate International Excellence Scholarship.
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees and worth up to £5,000 for postgraduate courses* [asterisk].
•	£2,000 Sporting Excellence Scholarship* [asterisk]. 
•	Musical Scholarship* [asterisk].
Up to fifteen hours of individual tuition per year in their instrument or voice. An annual bursary of £650 (available to taught master’s students only).
  Terms and conditions apply - please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships
*[asterisk] Funding and scholarship opportunities are only available for enrolled Swansea University students.

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Fees and Funding.
  We commit to a significant investment in postgraduate education.
  Our master's scholarships are available across all academic faculties and schools, and are advertised throughout the year, offering funding to UK and international students.
Tuition Fees.
  Tuition fees are determined by your year of study, the type of course you are undertaking and your country of domicile.
  You will be asked to pay your fees, or show evidence of sponsorship, before or during enrolment. You can find tuition fee details for each course on our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/postgraduate-tuition-fees/ 
  Tuition fees are subject to annual increases and the new rates are published on our website as soon as they become available.
  If you would like more information on the fees payable for your particular programme, please contact the Student Finance Office on: studentfinance@swansea.ac.uk
+44 (0)1792 602700.
  Please check our Fees and Funding web page before making an application to study at Swansea: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/postgraduate-tuition-fees/ 
Funding.
  There are now more ways than ever to fund your postgraduate studies. As well as the scholarships and bursaries that Swansea University provides, postgraduate funding is available from numerous organisations, including the Student Loans Company, research councils, industry and charities. Many postgraduate students fund their studies through 'portfolio funding', in which they gather funds from a variety of sources. Examples of the types of funding available include:
Postgraduate Government Funding.
  Postgraduate government funding is available to all UK and eligible EU domiciled students (with settled or pre-settled status) studying master's and PhD level courses at a UK university. The method of application and amount you could receive is dependent on your country of domicile. You can find all the latest information on our website: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/pg-loans/ 
Swansea University Master's Scholarships and Bursaries.
  We advertise a range of master's scholarships and bursaries throughout the academic year. All opportunities are listed on the following website, and are updated regularly: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/ 

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Research Programme Scholarships.
  Swansea University research scholarships are listed via the link below. (Please note that this web page is updated throughout the year.)
Details of how to apply for a scholarship are listed on each individual advert.
Find out more: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/research/
International Excellence Scholarships.
  In recognition of the high calibre of many international students choosing to study at Swansea University and to reward academic excellence, we have launched the prestigious International Excellence Scholarships, offering up to £5,000 ‘to those studying on eligible postgraduate taught courses’. For further information, please visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/international-students/my-finances/international-scholarships/pg-scholarships/ 
International Alumni Postgraduate Bursary Scheme.
  International students who have successfully completed an undergraduate or postgraduate taught degree at Swansea University will be considered for a bursary (dependent on subject area) towards postgraduate tuition fees. The scheme is open to eligible candidates applying for a taught or research degree at Swansea University.
Faculty Scholarships and Bursaries.
  Many of our academic faculties also offer additional scholarships and bursaries for taught and research programmes.
  Scholarships and bursaries become available throughout the year and we advertise them on our website. You can be the first to know about the funding opportunities we offer by visiting: www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/research/ 
[photo of two students working on laptops together.]

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Money Advice and Support.
  The Money Advice Team provide guidance on all areas of student funding, including:
•	Grants, loans, bursaries and welfare benefits.
•	Helping you to manage your money.
•	Supporting care leavers.
•	Opportunity Award.
•	Helping you to draw up a realistic budget.
•	Debt advice.
Money Advice Team.
International Student Support Fund.
  We have also established a small fund to provide emergency assistance for international students who face financial difficulties not anticipated at the start of the course, and not within their control.
Find out more: hwb.swansea.ac.uk/finance/money-advice/help-with-hardship/issf/ 
Charities, Foundations and Trusts.
  A large number of charities, foundations and trusts award funding for postgraduate study. Details can be found in The Grants Register (published by Palgrave Macmillan) and The Directory of Grant Making Trusts (published by the Directory of Social Change), both of which should be available in your university careers service and local library.
Earn While You Learn.
  There are plenty of part-time jobs to be found in and around Swansea, and the Careers and Employability team has information on a wide range of opportunities for temporary and part-time work, as well as summer and term-time internships.
Find out more: hwb.swansea.ac.uk/careers/job-support/ 
Support For Care Leavers.
  We administer and deliver the Care Leavers Support Package, a comprehensive range of measures to help care leavers settle in and focus on their studies. Eligible postgraduate students can receive a postgraduate Care Leaver bursary which is a one off payment per course.
Swansea University Opportunity Award.
  The hardship fund is intended to support students through any unexpected or difficult financial circumstances whilst at university. Each application will be considered and assessed on an individual basis, with the strictest confidentiality by our expert advisors.
Find out more: www.swansea.ac.uk/money-advice/ 
[Photo of a student using a laptop with a pen and notepad to the side.]

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Budgeting.