University of South Wales
United Kingdom
The University of South Wales (USW) is a major public university formed from a merger, with campuses in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. It is known for its strong vocational and professional focus, industry links, and emphasis on employability. The university offers a wide range of courses with particular strengths in creative industries, engineering, business, computing, education, and health sciences.
University Overview
The university was created in 2013 from the merger of the University of Glamorgan (founded 1913 as the South Wales and Monmouthshire School of Mines) and the University of Wales, Newport (whose origins date back to 1841). This merger created one of the largest universities in Wales. The University of Glamorgan had gained university status in 1992, while Newport was a former polytechnic. The history of USW is deeply connected to the industrial heritage and educational needs of the South Wales valleys and coastal cities.
