University of South Wales
86-88 Adam Street, CF24 2FN, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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Institution Overview
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- About the Institution
University of South Wales (USW) is a modern public university in Wales (UK) with campuses in Cardiff, Newport and Pontypridd, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
It emphasises applied education, strong industry links and community engagement.
- Institution Type
Public Research University
- Establishment Year
- Origins: Traceable to institutions such as Newport Mechanics’ Institute (1841) and Glamorgan School of Mines (1913) via predecessor institutions.
- University Status: 11 April 2013 (merger formation).
- Campuses
- Cardiff
- Newport
- Pontypridd
- Educational Focus
- Emphasis on applied learning, employability, and industry partnerships.
- Broad focus across faculties such as:
- Business & Creative Industries
- Computing, Engineering & Science
- Life Sciences & Education
- Accreditations
- As a UK public university, USW is recognised under the UK higher education regulatory system.
- Additional professional accreditations for various courses.
- Rankings
- Guardian University Guide 2026: 43rd in the UK
- Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026: #1201-1500 band globally
- QS Europe University Rankings 2025: #155 for Northern Europe