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25th in the UK

(The Guardian University Guide 2024)

94% of graduates are in employment, study and/or other activities

HESA 2024

7th in the UK Safest Student City

Complete University Guide 2023

In the Top 300 In the world

QS World University Rankings 2025

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

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Welcome to Swansea!

Swansea University welcomes you to our thriving community of students from Hong Kong (SAR). We have received hundreds of Hong Kong students to our safe and friendly campus for many years, allowing us an extensive network of very successful alumni. Our student-lead Hong Kong society is active and growing, follow them on Instagram.

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.

View our International Guide

Swansea University student reading on Bay Campus

Female student from Hong Kong smiling to the camera wearing smart business clothes

Hiu Lam Chau

"I would definitely recommend Swansea University to other international students based on the amount of support that is provided".

Hiu's Success Story

Male student from Hong Kong looking into the camera

Kwok Leong Chu

"I will definitely recommend Swansea university to the people who want to study abroad in the UK".

Kwok's Success Story

Kwan On Samuel Yeung

"Swansea University has fantastic Career Team for students"

Kwan's Success Story

Howard- Hong Kong from SwanseaUni on Vimeo.

Information for students from Hong Kong (SAR)

Visit us at our Hong Kong events

Events in July 2024（All in HK time)

17-18 July (11.00-19.00) - Amber Education HKDSE Clearing fair, 3/F, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
17-18 July (11.00-19.00) - AAS International Tertiary Education Expo, 4/F, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Tsim Sha Tsui
17, 20 & 21 July - IDP GO - Overseas Education Expo 2024, 7/F & 8/F, Cordis Hong Kong, Mongkok
Please note the times of the event vary: 17 & 20 July (11.00 – 19.00) & 21 July (11.00 – 16.30)
Event Page:https://www.idp.com/hongkong/study-destinations/study-abroad-events/?lang=en
20-21 July (11.00-19.00) - Global Education Fair 2024, 3/F, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong

Entry Requirements for students from Hong Kong (SAR)

Students applications will be considered on a case by case basis with as much flexibility as possible. We are aware of disruptions to learning due to Covid-19 so please contact us if you would like us to review your situation.

Undergraduate Programmes:

Candidates are expected to have achieved the Hong Kong (SAR) Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with minimum scores of between 554 – 544 and achieve a minimum of Grade 3 in HKDSE English Language or IELTS 6.0, with a minimum 5.5 in each sub score.

Equivalents of HKDSE to A-Level offers:
A-Level	AAA	AAB	ABB	BBB	BBC	BCC
HKDSE	555	555/554	554	554/544	544	444

Postgraduate Programmes:

Successful completion of a relevant Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division (2.2) or CGPA 2.7 awarded with a IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each part of the test (or equivalent).

If you need to improve your English, please refer to English Language Training Servies (ELTS).

Please note that some courses may require a higher entry requirement. You are advised to check with the individual course or check the conditions stated in your offer letter.

We also offer credit transfer for 2nd year entry on some courses, please contact us to check if you would be eligible.

Fees and Funding for Hong Kong (SAR)

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 for Hong Kong (SAR)

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.

Visit our BNO visa route page for information.

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.

View our l ist of representatives for your region.