Swansea College is one of the best FE colleges in Wales. We have over 16,000 students enrolled on many academic and vocational courses.

• Swansea College is based in the beautiful, safe and friendly coastal town of Swansea
• Low cost of living compared with other cities
• International Office staff to help you in many ways eg finding somewhere to live and extending your student visa.
• Free airport pick up
• Offer A Levels in over 30 subjects (pass rate 99 per cent)
• The only college in South Wales offering the International Baccalaureate (pass rate 98 per cent)
• An International Foundation Programme (IFP) with pathways including Business, Engineering, Art & Design, Computing and Travel & Tourism.
• Guaranteed progression from the IFP onto HE programmes at Swansea Metropolitan University (and other Universities)
• Vocational courses including Engineering, Hospitality and Catering, Travel and Tourism, Hair and Beauty.
• Awarded Grade 1 for student support at the last Government inspection.

Academic strengths
Swansea College is one of the best providers of academic and vocational programmes in Wales.

• A level pass rate 99 per cent
• International Baccalaureate pass rate 100 per cent
• Grade One Hairdressing, Beauty and Holistic Therapy courses
• Home to Swansea’s Premier Training Restaurant
• Mock hospital ward

New courses:

• National Diploma in Forensic Science
• Finance Academy
• Law Academy
• Accountancy Academy
• Travel and Tourism Academy

Other areas of study:

• Beauty and Holistics
• Hairdressing
• Art and Design
• Media and Photography
• Music and Performing Arts
• Business Studies, Law and Finance
• Childhood Studies
• Computing and IT
• Electronics
• Engineering Technology
• English and Modern Languages
• Health and Social Care
• Hospitality and Catering
• Humanities and Social Studies
• Maths and Science
• Motor Vehicle
• Plumbing and Electrical Installation
• Public Services
• Sport and Leisure
• Travel and Tourism
• Leisure

Progression:

• Students successfully progress to Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, Yale and many other universities in the UK and overseas
• Guaranteed progression from IFP onto Swansea Metropolitan University Degree programmes.

Support for success:

• Academic and pastoral tutorials held on a regularly
• Experienced international office staff
• Expert careers advice
• Excellent IT facilities

Facilities
Swansea College has outstanding facilities which make us the college of choice for a wide range of international students.

Learning Resource Centre (LRC)
Our LRC has everything you need to succeed in your education, including CD-ROM and computer-based learning materials, IT drop-in facilities, online information resources, and a Virtual Learning Environment.

Tutorials
Each student has a tutor to help with any personal or academic issues. They will also offer support and advice on progression to HE programmes.

Sports Centre
Students are able to access our Sports Centre free of charge. We have very successful football, rugby and basketball teams which compete in local/national/international events.

Food and Drink
A variety of venues serve hot and cold food/snacks to suit all tastes.

Student life
Swansea College is located in a very safe environment on the South Wales coast. Our dedicated International office with experienced staff helps students to settle into the UK way of life. To help them to experience warm Welsh hospitality and culture, visits to leisure and cultural venues are arranged during the year.

Our international students can find part-time jobs in local hotels, superstores, bars etc.

Students are encouraged to participate in sports, performing arts and media activities, in addition to their programme of study. Swansea College also offers a wide range of outdoor pursuit activities, including abseiling, canoeing, rock climbing and surfing.

Our International students get together on a social basis and firm friendships are made. We organise various social activities during the year. Some activities are offered free of charge and some at a small price. These include a parties, indoor and outdoor activities and day trips.

Main Swansea College website: www.swancoll.ac.uk
Swansea College International Website
British Council Education UK Website