About the university
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) was formed in 2010 from the University of Wales Lampeter, founded in 1822, and Trinity University College Carmarthen; Swansea Metropolitan University joined in 2013. It teaches across Welsh campuses in Carmarthen, Lampeter, Swansea and Cardiff and at city campuses in London and Birmingham, with business, computing, engineering, health, art and design, and humanities courses.
For Indian students the fees are simple: in 2026/27, most on-campus master's (MA, MSc, MBA) cost £17,500 a year and every full-time bachelor's degree £15,600 a year. London and Birmingham offer master's in business, cyber security, data and AI, and public health; Swansea has engineering, computing and business. Only full-time courses qualify for Student visa sponsorship, and IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill) is the standard requirement.
- Founded
- 18 November 2010, by merging the University of Wales Lampeter and Trinity University College Carmarthen; Swansea Metropolitan University joined in 2013
- Royal Charter
- 1828, the oldest in Wales and England after Oxford and Cambridge (university's history page)
- Campuses
- Carmarthen, Lampeter, Swansea and Cardiff in Wales, plus London and Birmingham
- Intakes
- September or October for most courses; some London and Birmingham courses start in January
- Career prospects
- 1st in the UK for career prospects, WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2026 (university's rankings page)
Rankings
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
=98th of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
MBA International Business (London)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MBA International Business (Birmingham)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MSc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics (London)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 12 months full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MSc Data and Artificial Intelligence (Birmingham)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 12 months full time
- Intakes
- January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MSc Data and Artificial Intelligence (Swansea)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MSc Public Health and Social Care in Practice (London)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (Swansea)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 12 months full time
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
- Postgraduate
MSc Financial Management (Swansea)
- Fee / year
- £17,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA International Business (London) | 1 year full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MBA International Business (Birmingham) | 1 year full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics (London) | 12 months full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Data and Artificial Intelligence (Birmingham) | 12 months full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Data and Artificial Intelligence (Swansea) | 1 year full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Public Health and Social Care in Practice (London) | 1 year full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (Swansea) | 12 months full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
| MSc Financial Management (Swansea) | 1 year full time | £17,500 | ≈ ₹21.4 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at University of Wales Trinity Saint David with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Postgraduate
International Office Scholarship
Value: Up to £3,000
Eligibility: Self-funding international students applying for a UWTSD postgraduate course.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Postgraduate taught
International Office Alumni Scholarship
Value: Up to £3,000
Eligibility: International alumni of UWTSD applying for a taught postgraduate course.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Full-time bachelor's degrees are 3 years (4 with a placement or foundation year); an International Foundation Programme (£15,600 in 2026/27) is also offered.
- Class 12 English at 70% or more can count as proof of English for undergraduate study (not Punjab or Haryana boards).
- Only full-time courses qualify for Student visa sponsorship.
Postgraduate
- Most master's courses on this page ask for a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
- London and Birmingham master's run on a September or January cycle; Swansea master's usually start in October.
- Applicants below the English requirement can take a pre-sessional English course.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts for master's courses
- English test certificate, or Class 12 English marks for undergraduate study
- Personal statement
- Reference
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic for UKVI | Undergraduate and taught postgraduate: 6.0 overall with no skill below 5.5. Foundation, CertHE and HND: 5.0 (4.5 in reading, speaking and listening, 5.0 in writing). |
| PTE Academic | 59 in all four components, taken at a UKVI test centre |
| TOEFL iBT | Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20 (authorised test centre) |
| Class 12 English | 70% or more in Class 12 English counts for undergraduate study, except Punjab and Haryana boards; it must be within 2 years of applying |
| Other tests | LanguageCert ESOL SELT, Oxford ELLT, Trinity ISE (in the UK) and Cambridge English are accepted |
Accommodation and living costs
UWTSD runs halls on its Carmarthen campus, with 38-week contracts paid in three termly instalments. The university has separate accommodation pages for its Swansea, London, Birmingham and Cardiff campuses. Prices below are 2026/27 Carmarthen rates.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen new-style en suite (38 weeks)£5,285.80 for the year | £139per week | ≈ ₹16,970 |
| Carmarthen en suite (38 weeks)£4,066 for the year | £107per week | ≈ ₹13,054 |
Campus and location
UWTSD is spread over several campuses, so the city you live in depends on your course.
- Swansea: computing, engineering, business and the Swansea College of Art.
- London and Birmingham: city campuses with business, cyber security, data and AI, and health master's.
- Carmarthen: the original 1848 training college building and on-campus halls.
- Lampeter: the 1822 St David's College campus, focused on humanities.
Careers and graduate outcomes
UWTSD highlights strong student-rated career prospects and teaching. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Career prospects | 1st in the UK | WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2026, via UWTSD |
| Student satisfaction | 2nd in the UK | Complete University Guide 2027, via UWTSD |
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FAQs
How much does UWTSD cost for Indian students?
For 2026/27, on-campus master's (MA, MSc, MBA) cost £17,500 a year and full-time bachelor's degrees £15,600 a year. A postgraduate International Office Scholarship of up to £3,000 is available.
Can I study in London or Birmingham?
Yes. UWTSD's London and Birmingham campuses offer master's such as the MBA International Business, MSc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, MSc Data and AI and MSc Public Health and Social Care in Practice.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 for most degrees. For bachelor's courses, 70% in Class 12 English can be accepted, except from Punjab and Haryana boards.
Do part-time courses give a Student visa?
No. UWTSD says international students who need a Student visa should apply for full-time courses, which qualify for sponsorship.
Sources
- UWTSD: tuition fee schedule 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: MBA International Business (London) (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: MSc Data and Artificial Intelligence (Birmingham) (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: Carmarthen accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: history and timeline (opens in a new tab)
- UWTSD: rankings and awards (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.uwtsd.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)
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