• Study abroad as part of your degree

    There are many educational and experiential advantages to studying abroad. Your studies will benefit from a deeper engagement with a different culture.  In addition, you will develop interpersonal and transferrable skills which will aid you in your future career.  As a student at Swansea University you have many options, one of which is to study abroad as part of your degree for a year or semester.  Please check with your department for eligibility and general information about your options.

  • What next?

    How to apply

    The first step is to check your eligibility to study abroad with your department.  The destination will depend on your department.  If you aren't already enrolled on a four year degree scheme, it may be possible to change degree schemes in order to study abroad, please check with your degree scheme / department Study Abroad Acadmic Co-ordinator to see if this is an option for you. 

    When you have decided which option to select, your department will provide guidance on the application process.

    What and when?

    Students on 3 year degree schemes may have the option of spending a semester of their second year studying abroad.

    Students on 4 year degree schemes that include an intercalary year, can spend their third year studying abroad. 

    If none of these are applicable to you, please speak with your department about changing degree schemes.  Alternatively, our summer programmes offer another route to gaining international experience.

     

    Where can I go?

    Swansea University has links with more than 100 partner universities and organisations around the world.  Your study abroad destination will depend on the agreements that exist between your department and the overseas institutions.  You can view a full list of international and European partners here.

    Student experiences

    We have sent thousands of students all over the world to study.  Read about their inspiring and memorable experiences here.

  • Erasmus

    Europe map If you choose to study or work abroad in Europe, the Erasmus scheme provides a grant to support students for the duration of their placement.  You may also qualify for the Erasmus tuition fee waiver.  Please click here for more information.

  • Contact us

    International Development Office
    Marketing Department, Abbey Stable Block
    (Building 2.1 on the campus map)

    Our office is open 10am until 4pm daily.

    We have an extensive collection of materials about our partner universities. 

    If you have any questions, please email or telephone us:

    Email: studyabroad@swansea.ac.uk

    Tel: 01792 606850

  • Your experience counts

    Why go abroad?

    Why study abroad There are innumerable benefits to studying and working abroad, many of which will enhance your CV. 

    Selling your experience

    Selling your experience It is essential that you market your study or work abroad experience successfully to potential employers.