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Partner university · Pontypridd, United Kingdom
University of South Wales
Formed from the merger of Glamorgan and Newport, across campuses in Pontypridd, Cardiff and Newport, with strong applied provision in policing, aviation and…
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From GBP 17,600Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 2013University
About the university
Why students choose the University of South Wales
Formed from the merger of Glamorgan and Newport, across campuses in Pontypridd, Cardiff and Newport, with strong applied provision in policing, aviation and engineering.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
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Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
IB and A-levels
Applicants with the IB Diploma or A-levels are considered for undergraduate entry using the normal UCAS tariff.
Community College Diploma
A Jordanian Community College Diploma can be considered for year 2 entry if a relevant subject was studied.
Master's
A 4-year Jordanian bachelor's with 50% or a GPA of 2 out of 4 or above is considered for postgraduate study.
English
IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each band, or GCSE/O Level English at grade C, for both undergraduate and postgraduate study.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of South Wales costs in 2027/28
For 2026/27 the fees are GBP 16,800-17,200 (undergraduate) and GBP 17,900-18,970 (postgraduate). A placement year costs GBP 3,230.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at southwales.ac.uk. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateGBP 17,600per year
PostgraduateGBP 18,300 - 19,400per year
Undergraduate scholarship for JordanGBP 1,500 per yearAutomatic for self-funded undergraduates from Jordan starting in September 2026 or February 2027.
Postgraduate scholarship for JordanGBP 2,000 per yearAutomatic for self-funded postgraduates from Jordan starting in September 2026 or February 2027.Programmes
Popular courses at the University of South Wales
Computer Science - BSc (Hons)
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Computing - BSc (Hons)
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Applied Cyber Security - BSc (Hons)
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Advanced Computer Science - MSc
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Artificial Intelligence - MSc
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Data Science - MSc
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of South Wales, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of South Wales is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of South Wales: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of South Wales cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2027/28 start from GBP 17,600 a year and go up to GBP 17,600, depending on the course. For 2026/27 the fees are GBP 16,800-17,200 (undergraduate) and GBP 17,900-18,970 (postgraduate). A placement year costs GBP 3,230.
Does the University of South Wales offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Undergraduate scholarship for Jordan (GBP 1,500 per year); Postgraduate scholarship for Jordan (GBP 2,000 per year). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of South Wales?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of South Wales.
Where is the University of South Wales?
The University of South Wales is in Pontypridd, United Kingdom. It was founded in 2013.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of South Wales?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of South Wales directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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