Swansea University International Excellence Scholarship
Posted July 29, 2026
About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
Swansea University is offering up to £5,000 off first-year tuition for high-achieving international students through its International Excellence Scholarship 2027. The award applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate taught degrees. You must already hold an admission offer from the university before you can apply for the scholarship, and you need to show strong academic results or clear potential. The scholarship is a tuition fee discount, not a cash payment. Undergraduate students can also earn an extra £2,000 discount in their second year if they score at least 70% in their first-year average. That brings the total potential award to £7,000 across two years. Postgraduate students receive the single £5,000 discount for their first year only. Swansea University sits on the coast of South Wales, a research-led institution with around 20,000 students. It is known for strong programs in engineering, medicine, and the sciences, and it has invested heavily in new campus facilities over the past decade. The university runs a dedicated international student office, career services, and academic support centers. Swansea itself is one of the more affordable UK cities for students, with monthly living costs typically landing between £800 and £1,200 depending on your housing and spending habits. The UK offers student visa holders the right to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during official holidays. After graduation, you can apply for a post-study work visa that lets you stay and work in the UK for up to two years. The climate is mild but unpredictable, with rain possible in any season, so pack accordingly. Public transport is reliable, and the country's multicultural cities make it easy for international students to settle in.
Benefits
- Tuition fee reduction of up to £5,000 for the first academic year
- Additional £2,000 tuition discount in Year 2 for undergraduate students who achieve at least a 70% average in Year 1
- Recognition as an International Excellence Scholar
- Access to Swansea University's academic facilities, career services, and student support
- Eligibility to work up to 20 hours per week during term time on a Student route visa
- Post-study work visa eligibility for up to two years after graduation
Eligibility
- Classified as an overseas student for tuition fee purposes
- Hold an offer for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate taught program at Swansea University
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance or outstanding potential
- Submit only one scholarship application
- Meet all admission requirements of the selected course
- Be able to finance remaining tuition fees and living expenses
- English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) for undergraduate programs
- English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) for postgraduate programs
Required Documents
- Completed scholarship application form for your region
- Proof of admission offer from Swansea University
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- English language test results (IELTS or equivalent)
- Evidence of financial capacity to cover remaining tuition and living costs
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to an eligible Swansea University program.
- Receive a conditional or unconditional admission offer, then select the correct scholarship application form based on your region.
- Complete the scholarship application and submit all supporting documents before the deadline. Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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Selection Committee Priorities
- •Academic/Professional Alignment: Ensure your statement explicitly ties your past work in United Kingdom to 's strategic goals.
- •Leadership Evidence: Selection panels heavily weigh demonstrated initiative, community impact, or research output.
- •Financial & Language Prerequisites: Confirm if Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificates can substitute for formal standardized language test fees.
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