Rankings of Swansea University

Swansea University was established in 1920 and is located in the large city of Swansea, in Wales. There are two campuses, the flagship campus is located between Singleton Park, with its green parkland and botanical gardens, and Swansea Bay beach. The more recent Bay Campus on the other hand is located on an extensive beachfront property on the eastern side of town, past the marina. Apart from a vibrant academic life, students can attend the numerous yearly festivals that take place in Swansea, guaranteeing plenty of opportunities for getting out and about in your free time.

Latest ranking updates for Swansea University
  • March 2025: British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK announced latest results of QS World University Rankings By Subject (Business & Management Studies) with Swansea University in position 351.
  • March 2025: Swansea University ranks 554 in the latest Scimago Institutions Rankings from Scimago Institutions.
  • January 2025: New edition of THE World University Rankings by Subject (Business and Economics). Swansea University ranked #401.
  • December 2024: QS World University Rankings: Sustainability update. Swansea University achieves place 121.
#2
University Guru Meta Ranking
of Swansea University
among 17 universities in Wales
based on 32 different rankings

University rankings

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Chart Data

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #3 
    • #460 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #439 
    Earth Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Business

    • #2 
    • #171 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #39 
    Business and Management
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #29 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #49 
    Marketing
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Computer Science

    • #1 
    • #201 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Computer Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]

Education

    • #4 
    • #31 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #5 
    • #48 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #6 
    • #60 
    Education
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #176 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #251 
    Education
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #283 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Engineering

    • #2 
    • #16 
    Aerospace Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #14 
    Chemical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #17 
    Chemical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #24 
    Chemical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #251 
    Chemical Engineering
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #351 
    Chemical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #23 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #24 
    Civil Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #28 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #26 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #26 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #448 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #553 
    Environmental Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #401 
    Materials Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #8 
    Materials Technology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #9 
    Materials Technology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #7 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #19 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #21 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #101 
    Mechanical Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Mechanical Engineering
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #303 
    Mechanical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Languages & Literature

    • #2 
    • #36 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #41 
    English
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #14 
    French
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #14 
    German
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #4 
    Linguistics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #17 
    Linguistics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Linguistics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Law

    • #6 
    • #44 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #101 
    Law
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #1 
    • #101 
    Law
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Law
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]

Mathematics

    • #2 
    • #387 
    Mathematical Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #7 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #23 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #24 
    Mathematics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #201 
    Mathematics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #1 
    • #201 
    Mathematics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #401 
    Mathematics
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]

Medicine & Health

    • #2 
    • #8 
    Children's Nursing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #14 
    Health Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #13 
    Medicine
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #16 
    Medicine
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #19 
    Medicine
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #1 
    • #22 
    Mental Health Nursing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #5 
    Midwifery
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #351 
    Pharmacy & Pharmacology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #401 
    Veterinary Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Natural Sciences

    • #2 
    • #34 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #13 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #31 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #32 
    Chemistry
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Chemistry
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #806 
    Chemistry
    Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject
    [Published 15 June, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #301 
    Earth Sciences
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Environmental Sciences
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #3 
    • #418 
    Environmental Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #386 
    Geology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #11 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #401 
    Physics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #28 
    Physics and Astronomy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #13 
    Zoology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #2 
    • #21 
    Archaeology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #19 
    Classics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #25 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #39 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #47 
    Economics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #246 
    Economics
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #401 
    Economics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #30 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #76 
    Geography
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #201 
    Geography
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #38 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #39 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #42 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #154 
    History
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #25 
    Politics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #28 
    Politics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #34 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #201 
    Politics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #3 
    • #46 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #4 
    • #57 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #6 
    • #79 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #201 
    Psychology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #251 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #325 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #4 
    Social Policy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #12 
    Social Policy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #217 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #1 
    • #6 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #1 
    • #25 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #32 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #23 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #35 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #1 
    • #15 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for Swansea University

Celtic Studies The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#2 
Languages & Literature
Social Policy The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#4 
Social Studies & Humanities
Midwifery The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#5 
Medicine & Health
Sports Science The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#5 
Sports Science
Mechanical Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#7 
Engineering
Mathematics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#7 
Mathematics
Physics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#11 
Natural Sciences
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#29 
Business
Computer Science The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#30 
Computer Science
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#31 
Education

Student Ratings for Swansea University

4.5
University Guru Student Satisfaction Index
based on 320 student ratings
Google logo Google ratings
4.6 (based on 174 student ratings)
Facebook logo Facebook ratings
4.4 (based on 146 student ratings)

“My overall experience was superb. I loved my time at this university, mainly because I received individual tutor support whenever I expressed that I needed it. I will probably be sending my kids here if I ever have them!”

“Coming here has given me the opportunity of a lifetime and I will forever be grateful for that. Studying here has equipped me with so many new skills, and prepared me for my career as an upcoming care professional for chronically ill patients.”

About Swansea University

PROS

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  • Learners highlight that teachers and admin respond quickly to students’ emails, giving them the sensation that they’re taken seriously by the university.
  • Different price points for accommodation, with residences in Beck House, Bay Campus, Singleton Park, and Hendrefoelan Student Village.
  • Learners generally agree that the social events on campus enrich students’ time here, and give people a way of getting to know each other and meet learners from other courses.

CONS

  • Some students express that the accommodation administration is slow to fix residence issues, such as electrical faults or physical damage.
  • Cultural diversity could be better on campus, which would help many international students feel more comfortable immediately after arrival.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1920
Telephone:
+44 1792 205678
Address:
Singleton Park
SA2 8PP, Swansea
Wales
Website:
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
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THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 185 students of Swansea University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Swansea University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 79.1

Chart Data
Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

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FAQ

Swansea University ranks #2 in Wales in our meta ranking of 108 university rankings. See rankings of all 17 universities in Wales.

Swansea University ranks #1 in Swansea in our meta ranking.

Swansea University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 32 rankings of Swansea University.

Swansea University achieved #29 in . This is the university’s highest ranking in the 108 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Swansea University.

Swansea University achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #1 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Complementary Medicine). See all subject rankings for Swansea University.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 108 university rankings Swansea University ranks #1 among universities in Swansea and #2 among universities in Wales. See all rankings of Swansea University.

In our meta ranking Swansea University ranks #2 among all universities in Wales and Cardiff University ranks #1. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.