GUIDE 2015-2016 www.southwales.ac.uk/international International and EU Student Guide 2015-2016 International and EU Student Enrolment Contents 2015-2016 Welcome 5 Why Choose the University of South Wales? 6 Location 8-9 Latest Campus Investments 10-11 London Centre 12-13 Central Asia Europe 30 Research 14 1,850 North America, Teaching and Learning 15 Canada and Caribbean Courses 16-31 128 Pre-University and English Study (English pre-sessional and Foundation programmes) 32-35 Middle East Far East Fees for non-EU Students 2015-2016 36-37 325 Indian and South Subcontinent East Asia Finances for non-EU Students 38 557 1,008 Visa and Immigration Procedures for non-EU Students 40-41 Fees for EU Students 2015-2016 42-43 Africa 683 How to Apply 44-45 Accommodation 46-47 USW Sport 48-49 Students’ Union 51 Latin America Resources 52 45 Employability 53 Support Services 54-56 Australia & International Welcome Programme 57 New Zealand 23 USW Alumni 58 Maps 60-64 Useful Contacts 65 Top international countries for enrolment 2013-2014: China 762 Germany 548 India 311 Nigeria 238 Ireland 179 This brochure gives you an introduction to the Malaysia 144 University of South Wales. For more detailed Pakistan 134 information about the University, courses, France 127 facilities and much more, visit Poland 104 Treforest Campus www.southwales.ac.uk/international Zimbabwe 99 2 University of South Wales www.southwales.ac.uk/international | +44 (0)1443 654 450 (non-EU students) | +44 (0)1443 654 400 (EU students) 3 International and EU Student Guide 2015-2016 Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor You’re considering the We are renowned for our applied research and innovation that informs key decisions and makes a difference in the real world. University of South Wales The University is a major policy think tank, offering at an exciting time. independent advice to government and employers across the world. This research and influence ensures that our courses In 2013, the University of Glamorgan reflect the latest thinking and advances, giving your university and University of Wales, Newport education an added distinction. merged to create one of the largest universities in the UK, offering you We are proud of our international outlook and the spectrum of even more opportunities and nationalities that can be found on our campuses, including prospects. Our students enjoy all the benefits of our distinctive academic staff from across the globe. As an international and innovative courses, facilities and support, as well as our student, you will be a valued member of our University growing reputation as a major university for jobs and community and I'm sure your ideas, culture and intellect will employers. enrich us as a higher education institution. As a student at the University of South Wales, you’ll have an I look forward to welcoming you to the University. excellent learning experience. We have brought together the broadest range of courses and levels of study in a rich learning environment that will give you a rounded university education and broaden your outlook from within your chosen academic discipline. Our students are equipped with the knowledge, skills and attributes that will maximise their intellectual and Professor Julie Lydon OBE personal fulfilment, and enable them to succeed in the Vice-Chancellor challenging economic environment we now face. Welcome from the Chancellor The University of South I welcome your interest in studying and being part of our vigorous academic community of many nations and beliefs, Wales is both a brought together by a shared commitment to the substantial presence in transformation of lives through knowledge and education. Britain and in the global The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Lord Rowan Williams higher education Chancellor community, and a major force for positive change through the broadening of individual students' horizons and the unlocking of Halls of Residence, Treforest Campus their potential. 4 University of South Wales www.southwales.ac.uk/international | +44 (0)1443 654 450 (non-EU students) | +44 (0)1443 654 400 (EU students) 5 International and EU Student Guide 2015-2016 Why Choose the University of South Wales? “I chose the University of South Wales because it offers so much for its students. Both the student life and the courses are fantastic and my experience here has been great. As an international student, I’ve always Excellent Reputation Fantastic Location felt welcome and supported by the staff and • Internationally renowned; educating over 4,500 • Six campuses: students, and have definitely made lifelong friends.” international and EU students every year, from more • New London Centre launched summer 2014 than 60 different countries • State-of-the-art campuses in two of south Wales’ • Conducting applied research that has been recognised major cities – Cardiff and Newport Sheraz Ahmed, Pakistan MBA as world-leading for its originality, significance • Two self-contained campuses – one in the student and rigour town of Treforest (only 2.5 hours from London and 20 minutes from Cardiff), the other in the historic State-of-the-art Facilities village of Caerleon (under 2 hours from London and • Over £160m investment in facilities – see pages 10 and 10 minutes from Newport city centre) 11 for details • A dedicated campus for health, sport and science • International rugby and football teams train at our students – Glyntaff – just 15 minutes’ walk from the sports facilities, including the British Lions, South Africa, Treforest Campus New Zealand All Blacks, and Wales • Comparatively low cost of living – see page 38 for more details Exciting Opportunities • Wales was voted one of the top countries in the world • Scholarships of up to £2,500 per year available for to visit in 2014 (Rough Guides, 2014) international students – see page 37 for details • University of South Wales alumni in over 100 Outstanding Courses countries worldwide • Two start dates available; September and February • 94.8% of our graduates are in employment or further (selected courses available) study within six months of graduating – making us • Many courses accredited by the world's leading one of the highest in the UK (HEFCW Performance professional bodies Indicator 2012/13 (HESA)) • Live project work, guest lectures and work placements • Working with global companies, including IBM, in industry for many courses Atradius, Rolls Royce, Tata Steel, Orange, INTEL, HSBC, • In the top 20 universities in the UK for Nursing (The Vodafone, Ford, BBC, Sony, MI5, Apple, GE Aviation, Guardian League Tables, University Guide, 2015) Roland, KPMG, and British Airways • 3rd in Wales for Civil Engineering, and Mathematics • Regular careers fairs, employer exhibitions and seminars (The Guardian League Tables, University Guide, 2015) • Part-time job fairs • Top in Wales for student satisfaction in the areas of Management, Building, Complementary Medicine, Chiropractic, Imaginative Writing, Initial Teaching Training, Journalism, Mathematics, Electronics and Electrical Engineering and Social Work (National Student Survey, 2013) Caerleon Campus 6 University of South Wales www.southwales.ac.uk/international | +44 (0)1443 654 450 (non-EU students) | +44 (0)1443 654 400 (EU students) 7 International and EU Student Guide 2015-2016 “At first I was looking for somewhere closer to London, but Location then the opportunity to come to USW came up and after doing a little research I ended up interested in coming to Pontypridd, which is a smaller town in Wales. Wales has such a different The UK is a first-choice destination for culture to Brazil, its own language and beautiful students from all over the world. Every places to visit and now I know that I couldn't have made a better choice!” year, thousands of students choose to Isabela Cruz de Faria, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil study in the friendly, safe, community Edinburgh BSc (Hons) Geology Cardiff Bay environment of south Wales. University of Belfast South Wales students benefit hugely from Cardiff soldiers and horsemen, the village’s Roman remains and the University’s location, surrounded by Our Cardiff Campus, right in the heart of the city centre, amphitheatre provide a stunning backdrop to a peaceful yet Dublin breathtaking scenery and impressive provides a base for the many creative disciplines offered by sociable community. Manchester historical landscapes, boasting excellent the University. The ATRiuM building has a creative design and an atmosphere to match. With many student-friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants, transport links and the buzz of two together with small artisan shops, the village is home to many Birmingham Treforest and Glyntaff campuses dynamic Welsh cities: Cardiff and Pontypridd Atlantic House is close to the ATRiuM building and provides students, not just in the Halls of Residence on campus, but in Cardiff Campus Newport Cardiff facilities for some finance and professional courses. private rented housing too. Newport. Wales was also voted one of the Caerleon and City campuses ÒÒ London Ò best countries in the world to visit in 2014 London Centre Cardiff is less than 10 miles from our Treforest Campus and Newport Airports (Rough Guides, 2014). Ò can be reached by a direct rail link in 20 minutes. Cardiff was A £35m investment, City Campus opened in 2011 in the heart named the European Capital of Sport 2014 (European Capitals of Newport’s city centre. It provides an open building full of There are many travel opportunities open to University of Pontypridd (Treforest and Glyntaff campuses) of Sport Association) and is also the best city in the UK for studios, teaching rooms and modern facilities. South Wales students. London is only two hours away from If you want somewhere quiet to concentrate on your studies, young people (The Independent, 2013). The Welsh capital has our Newport campuses and 2.5 hours from our Pontypridd this place is ideal. Away from the bustle of the city, you will something for everyone – a vibrant arts scene, top sporting Set on the banks of the River Usk and just a stone’s throw and Cardiff campuses.