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86% of our research quality is World-leading and Internationally excellent

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Welcome to Swansea!

Swansea University has a small number of students from Sri Lanka and we look forward to more students joining our vibrant student community.

WHY CHOOSE SWANSEA?

Swansea is ranked in the UK Top 25 Universities (The Guardian University Guide 2023) and 86% of the University's overall research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

We are a dual campus University, with both of our campuses set in seafront locations and close to the city centre. We pride ourselves on offering a good balance of student life and study environment.

Swansea has a low cost of living, with average rent prices 68% lower than London (Numbeo, 2023). We were also named a UK Top 7 Safest City (Complete University Guide, 2024).

We provide students with support to achieve their academic excellence. Students can take advantage of services available through the Centre for Academic Success to improve their skills free of charge. And that is not all! Our dedicated Employability Academy provides advice and access to jobs and work experience placements for our students and graduates.

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Thilini Senevirathne

"I find the lecturers really helpful. We can always go and meet them to discuss any problem whether it is academic or personal. They always reply to emails very quickly and they are ready to help us with anything."

Thilini's Story

Information for Sri Lankan Students

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Programmes:

Candidates are expected to have achieved a Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) with minimum grades BCC – AAB, this will depend on the course; including IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or equivalent).

Postgraduate Programmes:

Successful completion of a relevant Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of a Second Class Lower Division: Bachelor (minimum of 3-year duration): 65% or CGPA 3.0 OR Master’s: 50% or CGPA 2.8 including IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each part of the test (or equivalent).

Please note that some courses may require higher entry requirements and English Language requirements. You are advised to check with the individual course or check the conditions stated in your offer letter. Please see the entry requirements page for further details

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Specific tuition fees can be found on each of the course pages. Please choose your undergraduate, postgraduate taught or research course from the A-Z listings and fees can be found under the 'tuition fees' section.

Swansea University International Scholarships

Swansea University offers a range of international scholarships to help the most talented and ambitious students to reach their potential. To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must have submitted an application to study at Swansea University as you will need your student number to complete the scholarship form.

If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, it is advised that you should apply to Swansea University as soon as possible to avoid any possible delays.

Visa Information

When preparing to study abroad applying for and getting your Visa can be stressful. That is why we have comprehensive visa advice pages , covering information from what type of visa you need, how to apply, bringing family or working during your studies.

Your Country Representatives

Our representatives in your country can provide you with further information and support with your application to study at Swansea. They can also advise you on courses, accommodation, visas, travel and more.

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