Study your chosen university degree programme on one of the UK’s best university campuses with ICWS, and find all the support you need as an international student to be successful in your ongoing degree studies at Swansea University. Facilities are comprehensive and include a 24/7 student emergency hotline to ICWS staff, study in smaller classes with additional teaching sessions, highly qualified university lecturers and tutors, full access to the all services at Swansea University and much more…

1. Ideal location

ICWS is located on the beautiful parkland seafront campus of Swansea University, overlooking Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula – Britain's first 'Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. Swansea offers a superb range of cultural attractions and, thanks to excellent road, rail and air links, is in easy reach of London and other European capitals.

2. Direct transfer from ICWS to Swansea University

On successful completion of the ICWS programme, students are guaranteed entry to the relevant degree programmes at Swansea University.

3. Graduate from one of the UK’s most prestigious universities

Swansea University has an ever-growing reputation as one of the UK’s leading universities, thanks to high quality teaching, driven by world-class research.

The University has partnerships with some of the world’s biggest and most innovative companies, including IBM, Ericsson, 02 and Sony, Exxon Mobil, GlaxoSmithKline, Kodak, Motorola, Toyota and Unilever; and its prestigious research centres include multi-million-dollar institutes in telecommunications and life sciences. Because of the University’s excellent reputation and first-class careers and placement support, its graduates are in demand by leading employers. In fact, 94% of Swansea graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduating.

4. Accessibility

ICWS’ flexible entry system of September, January, May and July intakes, enables you to start your studies at the time best suited to you, and allows you to join the degree programme of your choice ahead of students who have opted for the traditional UK academic entry system.

5. Accommodation

Our expert staff can help you to find the ideal accommodation for you. Swansea is a great place to live, and accommodation prices are among the least expensive in the UK.

6. Value for money

ICWS tuition fees are competitively priced among UK institutions, providing an affordable, quality education that enables you to get the maximum return on your investment. In addition, the cost of living in Swansea is relatively low compared with other UK cities, so your money will go even further.

7. Study in a smaller class with personalised attention

ICWS promotes a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential. Academic classes contain no more than around 35 students and English language classes are restricted to a maximum class size of 20. Lecturers are also available for private consultation after class.

8. Application for the visa made simple

ICWS will provide you with an offer letter for the entire duration of your studies, including English language tuition (if required), your ICWS academic programme and Swansea University degree.

9. Dedicated student support services

ICWS offers a wide range of student support services including a dedicated student support officer, an online student portal where you can access all your academic information, an airport transfer programme, orientation week programme, and academic support programmes. While studying with ICWS you will have a personal tutor, who will be a member of the academic staff. Their role is to help you with any issues you may have, whether academic, financial or personal.

10. Superb student lifestyle

Swansea has one of the best student lifestyles of any university in the UK, and ICWS students will find a superb range of social activities within and outside the University. Through these activities, ICWS students can immerse themselves in the history, culture and society of the local area – improving their English language skills and further enhancing their career prospects. With excellent sporting facilities and cultural attractions, and superb facilities on campus and in the city, ICWS students are sure to enjoy the wonderful Swansea lifestyle.