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You’ll have the chance to talk to academic staff about the course andfind out more about finance and scholarships.

You can also talk to us about your next steps and how to apply.Book your place today.Call: 03455 760 599 Visit: southwales.ac.uk/postgraduate

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If you're thinking of studying a postgraduate,professional or part-time course with us, comealong to one of our postgraduate Open Evenings.

Postgraduate Open Evening

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Welcome from the Vice-ChancellorThe University of South Wales isone of the largest in the UK,with a postgraduate communityof over 5,500 students. We wererecently voted a top 10 UKuniversity by students at theWhatUni? Student ChoiceAwards 2016.From part-time professional qualifications tofull-time research degrees, this is the idealplace to get an advanced qualification foryour personal and professionaldevelopment. Our students benefit fromsuperb courses, facilities and support, aswell as our growing reputation as a majoruniversity for jobs and employers.

We’re committed to professional,employment-focused education. We createa bridge between industry and academia,reflecting and recreating the demands ofindustry in our academic programmes andfacilities. In this guide, you will see the depthand breadth of courses we deliver. We’re alsocommitted to applied research andinnovation, which informs key decisions bybusiness chiefs, ministers and public serviceleaders. Our position as a significant

research-active university has beencemented by our membership of the StDavid’s Day Group. Together with the othermajor universities in Wales – Aberystwyth,Bangor, Cardiff and Swansea – we combineour strengths and talents to drive forwardthe knowledge economy in Wales.Overall, half of all our research is now ratedeither world-leading or internationallyexcellent in the Research AssessmentFramework (REF2014) – an increase of 50%on 2008. We are among UK leaders in thefields of social policy, sports and exercisesciences and creative industries. Overall theuniversity has doubled the amount of world-leading research it produces and increasedthe quality of its research across threequarters of its submissions.

Our continued investment in facilities meanswe are a leader in simulated learningenvironments. Students develop skills andexpertise on the same equipment used inindustry, which ensures they are ready forthe demands of the workplace.

A recent study into the University of SouthWales Group showed we contributed morethan £1.2bn to the UK economy last year.These findings show the substantialcontribution that the University Groupmakes to the economy of the UK, and to thelives of the many people who come intocontact with us – either directly or indirectly.

As the independent expert research shows,the University Group is not only unlockingindividual talent and transforming individuallives. It is also supporting many thousandsof people more by playing a key role in thewider economy. It shows that we have amajor influence in our region. We are SouthEast Wales’s major regional university, andour group includes the nationalconservatoire and a leading college ofFurther Education. A substantial number ofour 30,000 students come from our region,and the majority stay and work here afterthey graduate to add value to theircommunities and our regional economy.That is something that we are very proud of.The University of South Wales Group is ahugely positive force in this part of Wales,and our impact is felt far and wide.

I hope you find all that you need in thisguide, but you can discover much more atan Open Evening – there are detailsopposite on page one.

Professor Julie Lydon OBEVice-Chancellor

Why Postgraduate Study? 3Making the Right Choice 5How to Apply 5-6Location and Campuses 7Life at University 9Student Support 11International and EU Students 13Research 15

Graduate Research Office 18Student Finance 19Professional Development 20Alumni 21-22Course Index 23-30Accreditations 31Our Commitment 32General Index 33

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Why ChoosePostgraduate Study?Postgraduate courses are vital if you want to expand your skills,further your knowledge and improve your career prospects. Over5,500 students choose to study postgraduate courses with us eachyear, and we know why. Our quality courses, prize-winninglecturers, excellent employability records and outstanding studentsupport help them succeed.

The University of South Wales was alsorecently voted a top 10 UK university bystudents at the WhatUni? Student ChoiceAwards 2016.

Choosing to continue, or return toeducation can be a difficult decision. Thereare many implications, from finance tofinding time to attend classes and completethe work.

But one thing is certain, an additionalqualification will improve your careerprospects and make you an asset to youremployer. Employers often look for theadvanced skills of postgraduates, as well asthe commitment they demonstrate inachieving a further qualification. There aremany fields where a research degree isdesirable, such as work in laboratories oreducation.

You may want a career where a professionalqualification is essential, such asaccountancy, or it may even form part ofyour continuing professional development.Alternatively, postgraduate study can allowyou to change career entirely. Finally, youmay simply enjoy a topic and want toexplore it at an advanced level, such as aMasters degree or through postgraduateresearch.

The UK higher education funding councilshave set out some tips for thoseconsidering postgraduate study. To read them, visit:postgradsteps.hefce.ac.uk/questions

Postgraduate study is afantastic opportunity, it notonly develops you as aperson, it enables you toprogress your career. Theknowledge and skills youwill learn, combined withthe networks you can create,ensure you developpersonally andprofessionally.

Sian Jenkins, Senior Lecturer and Course Leader MSc Human Resource Management

Sophie John, PhD Health Sciences and Psychology student isresearching women's understanding of the Down Syndromescreening information.

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How will I fund my studiesFinancial support is available, includingbursaries and scholarships. We offer flexiblestudy options so you can fund youreducation by fitting study around your job. If the course is relevant to your job, youcould even ask for support from youremployer. Ask our Student Money AdviceTeam for advice and guidance. Find outmore on page 19.

Can I fit in study?Though daunting, it is possible. Manystudents fit study around work and evenfamily commitments. At the University, wetake a realistic approach to study and do allwe can to help. Nearly all our taught courseshave part-time options, while some areavailable through distance or ‘block’learning. The University also has extensive e-learning facilities, so you can access theinformation and materials you need, when itsuits you. Find out more on page 12.

Apply online today, visit:southwales.ac.uk/apply

What should I study?Postgraduate qualifications are available atdifferent levels, from PostgraduateCertificates to PhDs. You can study a taughtcourse, which involves seminars, courseworkor exams, or choose study that is entirelyresearch-based, which involves producingan original thesis from mainly independentwork. Some qualifications are delivered onbehalf of professional bodies, so you cangain a qualification that is a recognisedstandard in that profession. Find out moreon page 5.

Will study help my career? Plan your career and consider whichpostgraduate qualification will improve yourfuture prospects. Explore whether a sectorrequires a particular qualification for entryand look at how a qualification can helpadvancement. Our Careers & EmployabilityService offers guidance on your future andchoice of qualification. You can speak to acareers adviser or a member of academicstaff at our next Open Evening. Book now:southwales.ac.uk/postgraduate.Find out more about our Careers &Emloyability Service on page 11.

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Taught coursesOn a taught course you’ll study specificcourse materials. Our taught courses includeMaster of Science (MSc), Master of Arts (MA)and Master of Business Administration(MBA). Our specialist courses lead toPostgraduate Certificates and Diplomas, orprofessional qualifications.

Taught courses involve lectures andseminars followed by a dissertation orproject. You’ll study flexible modules andsome courses are delivered in blocks, so youcan attend University for an entire week, orat weekends every few months.

How to applyTo study a taught course visit our website to find out how to apply:southwales.ac.uk/apply

For assistance with your application, please contact us on:E-mail: [email protected] (UK only): 03455 760 599Call (international students only): +44 (0)1443 654 450

Our Enquiries & Admissions Unit has beenawarded the internationally recognised ISO9001:2008 accreditation, following anindependent quality management audit ofprocesses and practice.

Choosing a postgraduate or professional course at the University of South Wales could enhance your careerprospects and make you stand out in a competitive job market. Studying with us will help you understand thelatest thinking in your discipline and develop powers of analysis, you will carry out independent critical thinkingand be surrounded by expertise.

Once you have appliedyou can track yourapplication online.

Other courses are distance learning andtaught entirely online. Full-time study takes12 months to complete and part-time 24-36months.

To see our list of postgraduate courses turnto our index on page 23.

Making the Right Choice

Adi Singh is studying MSc Aircraft MaintenanceSystems and plans to work in the industry as anaircraft mechanic after graduation.


Research programmesResearch programmes involve the in-depth study of an area. You’ll report onyour findings, through a thesis (or otherapproved submission) or dissertation, andafter submission be assessed through anoral examination (viva voce). You can studyfull or part-time, and if your job is related tothe research, you could be supervised atwork and the University.

You’ll be responsible for the initiative,techniques and execution of theprogramme, and may receive training inresearch methodology plus help with yourprogress. Your research topic and proposaloutline is decided in consultation with asupervisory team who have expertise in thefield. The Faculty Research ProgrammesCommittee will also monitor your workregularly. Find out more about our reseachon page 15. There are several types ofresearch programme outlined opposite.

Masters (MA/MSc) by ResearchThis is an independent project. You’llcomplete advanced supervised research andpresent and defend your thesis via oralexamination (viva voce). The course lasts 12months full-time and 18-24 months part-time.

MPhil and PhDMPhil students submit a thesis or portfoliothat shows critical investigation and analysisof a topic. PhD students submit a substantialthesis showing independent and originalcontribution of knowledge in a chosen field.You will usually register for an MPhil/PhDand transfer to a PhD after a year. For bothqualifications, you’ll complete an oralexamination (viva voce). Full-time study foran MPhil/PhD takes 36-48 months, or 36-60months part-time. For the MPhil, full-timestudy takes 18-24 months and part-time 30-36 months.

PhD by PortfolioYou’ll submit an approved portfolio relatingto a maximum of three projects, along witha critical overview. The projects can be work-related and based on practical or theoreticalinvestigation. The overview must show therelationship between the projects. Theportfolio should demonstrate anindependent and original contributionexpected in a PhD thesis. You’ll alsocomplete an oral examination (viva voce).Part-time study takes 12-60 months.

Doctor of Business AdministrationThe Doctor of Business Administration is for research-orientated individuals insenior positions within private, public, non-profit, and health organisations. Part-time study takes 45-72 months.

How to applyIf you’re interested in a research programme,contact the Graduate Research Office first at:[email protected]

You will then apply direct to the University:Visit: southwales.ac.uk/applyCall: 03455 760 599

We are a member of the St David’s Day Group of theresearch-active universities in Wales. Read moreabout our research on page 15.

Professor Alan Guwy is Head of the SustainableEnvironment Research Centre -- which brings togetherleaders from biology, engineering, chemistry and physics.



Our campuses are based in some of the best areasthroughout south Wales, sostudents benefit from all the region has to offer. We have three campuses within south Wales-- one in Cardiff city centre, another inNewport city centre and one in Pontypridd.Bustling with business and ambition, ourCardiff and Newport City campuses arebased in the heart of the cities. Networkingopportunities, business events and careerprospects are all to easy to find.

All campuses are easily reached by road, railand air – so you’ll find yourself well-connected.

Location and Campuses

Did you know?Our Pontypridd Campus has two sites; Glyntaff and Treforest whichare a short walk from one another.

Pontypridd Campus, Treforest

Pontypridd Campus, Glyntaff

ATRiuM building, Cardiff Campus

Newport City Campus


Cardiff is Wales’ capital city and a great placeto live and study. The city was voted one ofthe most desirable student cities in the UK.*

It’s a city of parks, with more green space perperson than any other UK core city. Cardiffhas a vibrant arts scene and is known for itshistory, culture, sporting venues andshopping. It’s home to many big businessesand ideal for those looking for careeropportunities after their studies. We haverecently extended the ATRiuM building atour Cardiff Campus to include even morespecialist facilities. The campus allowsstudents to develop their creative work in aprofessional environment. Open study andpractice areas offer bases for students fromall our creative industries courses to workindependently or in groups, typifying thecollaborative way in which the creativeindustries work.

Pontypridd is just 10 miles from Cardiff --surrounded by green, open spaces and freshair, it’s ideal for somewhere quieter to study.Pontypridd Campus is our largest campusand consists of two sites; Treforest andGlyntaff. Our students love the communityatmosphere, and our growing studentpopulation means there are plenty ofstudent-friendly shops, pubs and restaurants.The campus also benefits from an on-sitenursery, and even a Sport Centre for thosewho want to keep fit in-between lectures.Less than 10 minutes from campus isPontypridd's £6.3m lido. The impressive newfacility at Ynysangharad Park opened inAugust 2015 and is a popular destination fordays out with family and friends.

Newport is the first city you reach fromEngland, which makes it the gateway toWales. The modern, developing city has astrong industrial history and is home toNewport City Campus. The impressivecampus stands tall in the city centre. Itcouldn’t be in a better location – just astone’s throw from shops, bars and transportlinks. The campus benefits from animpressive library and IT facilities, the idealplace to study one of our professionalcourses, such as education or teachertraining. Friars Walk is the newly openedshopping centre located just across the roadfrom our campus. You’ll have plenty ofoptions to eat out, and enjoy a spot of retailtherapy in between your studies. Shops andrestaurants include Debenhams, Next, Costa,Prezzo and Nando’s. Visit:southwales.ac.uk/newport

Come to an Open Evening and see what the University is likefor yourself. Visit: southwales.ac.uk/postgraduate

Principality Stadium

The best of WalesContrary to popular opinion it’s not always rainingin Wales. With countless beaches and mountainsit’s a country of extraordinary beauty, and theultimate playground for sports junkies. There areendless mountains for walking, mountain bikingand adventure, and it has one of the world’s mostspectacular coastlines – perfect for surfing andwater sports.

South Wales is one of the best places in the UK forlive sport, with national and international gamesat the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, and matchesat Rodney Parade in Newport, Cardiff Arms Parkand the Cardiff City Stadium. You’ll experience nobetter sporting atmosphere than Cardiff on aninternational rugby day!

A country rich in history, there’s always somethingto explore – from the Roman remains andamphitheatre in Newport to the many castles and ruins scattered throughout the region.

Friars Walk located opposite Newport City Campus

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term-time, from squash and pilates tocanoeing and climbing. Our sports facilitiesare even open during vacations so studentscan use them throughout the year.

Students at Cardiff Campus enjoy anexclusive deal set up with Pure Gym andEasy Gym. Both gyms are within walkingdistance of the campus and offer studentsreduced membership rates. Students atNewport City Campus are also entitled toreduced rates with Easy Gym.

If you want to join a competitive sportsteam, we have 60 teams in the BritishUniversities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)programme. The teams range from footballand rugby to netball and golf – everyone iswelcome to tryout.

USW Sport Park is our £3.7m purpose-builtfacility close to Pontypridd Campus. It has 30acres of playing fields, strength andconditioning facilities, an analysis suite,pavilion, five floodlit pitches and two all-weather pitches. Our facilities are so goodthat professional teams regularly use themfor training. The University was evenincluded in the London’s 2012 Pre-gamesTraining Camp Guide. Visit:southwales.ac.uk/sport

Students’ Union Our Students’ Union is far from just aplace to party. It offers invaluable servicesand support to ensure you get the mostfrom university. We even have an electedpostgraduate and part-time officer whoorganises activities and events specificallyfor our postgraduate students.

The modern union building at PontypriddCampus is home to support services,events, clubs, societies and communityprojects – as well as shops, bars, andplaces to eat.

The union at our Cardiff Campus has anoffice, a shop, bar, cafe, social area andhosts plenty of events. Our new unionfacility at Newport City Campus alsoprovides an officer and support services.All Students’ Union areas have Wi-Ficonnectivity.

The many clubs and societies at theUniversity help our students meet like-minded people. From political andcampaigning activities, to hobbies andinterests, our societies can help youdiscover new talents or allow you to carryon an existing hobby. Whether you wantto socialise with fellow students or justwant someone to talk to, the Students’Union will support you. Visit: uswsu.com

USW Sport Whether you want to be part of a sportsteam or just keep fit, our sports facilitiesare among the best in the UK. TreforestSport Centre on our Pontypridd Campushas around 40 classes a week during

Life at UniversityThe University offers plenty ofbreaks from your studies –whether it’s a coffee and bite toeat, a gym session, or justunwinding in the bar with friends.

Students’ Union, Pontypridd Campus

Sian Bowen, BA (Hons) Public Services student


Whether you want to socialise with fellowstudents or just want someone to talk to,the Students’ Union will support you.

Sport Centre, Pontypridd Campus

Newport Student Village accommodation

AccommodationWe have accommodation options availableat all campuses for students. PontypriddCampus offers Halls of Residence andstudent flats, and our Cardiff and Newportcampuses have privately run studentaccommodation.

We can also help find private houses to rent.To find out more visit:southwales.ac.uk/accommodation



CareersIf you want to improve your careerprospects, or change career completely, apostgraduate course with us could help you.We have links with many employers andorganisations, and offer work placementsand taster opportunities.

Our Careers & Employability Service ensuresyou can take advantage of everyopportunity to boost your CV – even afteryou graduate. We are the only university inWales with a dedicated, central workplacement team and run employer-ledevents, including CV clinics, volunteering,placement events and networkingopportunities. We can even help you set upyour own business. For more informationvisit: southwales.ac.uk/careers

Bright Ideas Bright Ideas offers training, support andfunding for students and recent graduateswho want to start their own business.Support includes business advice surgeries,networking, workshops and regular guestlectures from local entrepreneurs. Studentscan pitch their ideas to a panel of experts toaccess funding and feedback at the BrightIdeas Den. Dynamic co-working office spaceis also available to student start-upbusinesses.

Grad EdgeThe Grad Edge Employability Awardsupports and enhances the employabilityactivity you undertake within or alongsideyour course. It has been developed throughconsultation with employers and 70 hourswork experience is an essential element.

After you’ve completed this, we’ll help youreflect on the skills and experience gained,while your employer will endorse you.

The award is highly regarded by graduateemployers, and highlights the types of skillsyou’ll develop while undertaking workexperience. All this will give your CV a solidfoundation and help you successfully launch your career. The Grad Edge Award is available to all students across all campuses.

Our students can be assured wehave the services for their everyneed. Our award-winning studentsupport team will help your timeat University run smoothly.

Outstanding Student Support

Student Services MoneyOur experienced Student Money AdviceTeam can provide you with information,advice and guidance on options to fundyour studies and can also help you manageyour finances. See page 19 or visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

ChildcareEnjoy your studies with the assurance thatyour children are in safe hands. We offer anumber of resources that help withchildcare, visit: southwales.ac.uk/childcare


InternationalImmigration and International StudentAdvice (IISA) offers support and advice onimmigration and welfare-related issues, visit:southwales.ac.uk/international

ChaplaincyThe Chaplaincy offers independent andconfidential guidance and support tostudents of all faiths and none. The MeetingHouse on the Pontypridd Campus, Treforest,is open to all for prayer, social activities andrelaxation. There are also prayer rooms onthe Glyntaff site and at Newport CityCampus. Visit: southwales.ac.uk/chaplaincy

Disability and dyslexiaThis confidential and professional serviceallows students to discuss theirrequirements. If you have a disability, youmay be eligible for the Disabled Students’Allowances (DSAs), visit:southwales.ac.uk/disability

HealthOur specialist nurse-led clinics are availablefor all students on all campuses. Simplyphone or walk-in for advice on health-related issues, visit:southwales.ac.uk/health

Counselling and wellbeingThis professional, confidential service offerssupport to students experiencing mental oremotional issues. We offer workshops andguidance to complement your academicand work-related skills. Visit: southwales.ac.uk/counsellingsouthwales.ac.uk/mentalwellbeing

Learning supportLibrary and student centreYou’ll find a library on each campus with avariety of social and quiet studyenvironments. There are long opening hourswith self-service facilities. Many of theservices and resources are available online,so you can access eBooks, eJournals anddatabases, check your library account, andrenew and reserve books. You can also bookonline for individual consultations withlibrarians. For fast, interactive support, tryour ‘Ask a Librarian’ online chat service, visit: southwales.ac.uk/library

E-learningStudying with us means you’ll have access tothe latest learning technologies, and theresources you need anytime, anywhere.You’ll experience your learning throughUniLearn, which includes ‘Blackboard’ -- ourvirtual learning environment. It adds to theways you can learn by providing materials ina range of formats, including text, audio,visual, and multimedia.

Information systems We provide up-to-date and effective ITservices for our students. There arethousands of computers in open access andteaching labs, with wireless networking forflexibility. To help you study when it suitsyou, we have long opening hours duringterm-time, plus 24-hour open access labs.We even offer a dedicated customer supportservice to assist you during term-time. Visit:studentit.southwales.ac.uk

Study Skill Centres Study skill resources and guidance areavailable to students online or at ourcampuses. Postgraduate students candevelop their skills through a workshopprogramme such as academic writing skills,referencing, critical analysis and evaluationof sources, and effective presentation skills. Visit: studyskills.southwales.ac.ukE-mail: [email protected]

Postgraduate Centre and GraduateResearch OfficeWe have a Postgraduate Centre at ourPontypridd Campus which provides adistinctive environment to support thelearning of postgraduate students, whetherstudying a taught course or conductingresearch. The Graduate Research Office(GRO) offers specific support to researchstudents at the University, see page 18.

The Library at our Pontypridd Campus

Postgraduate study is theentry point for certainprofessions, adds a real depthof subject knowledge, andprovides high-level researchskills that are valued by arange of graduate employers.

Lloyd Williams, Employability Manager at the Universityof South Wales

We have an ‘Ask aLibrarian’ and ‘Ask a Tutor’online chat service forfast, interactive support.



We have an established internationalreputation and each year over 4,500international and EU students from morethan 120 countries study with us.

The University is proud of its internationaloutlook. We offer outstanding support to international and EU students throughoutthe application process and once you arrivein the UK.

Fees and scholarshipsThe course fees at the University arecompetitively priced and the cost of living inthe area considerably lower than in otherparts of the UK, making it a great choice forinternational and EU students. We offer arange of exciting scholarships. For the mostup-to-date information, visit:southwales.ac.uk/international-fees

Enquiries and applicationsAs an international student consideringmoving to another country, we know you’llhave lots of questions. We have speciallytrained staff to answer any queries about theUniversity and our courses. We also haverecruitment agents in many countries whowill be able to assist you with the applicationand pre-departure process. Contact theUniversity’s recruitment officer from thecountry you’re from, visit:southwales.ac.uk/international

We recognise a range of entry qualificationsfrom all over the world, and can even adviseyou on the equivalence of yourqualifications and recommend a study plan.Find out more about entry requirements. Visit: southwales.ac.uk/courses E-mail: [email protected]

You’ll need a good command of English tostudy a postgraduate course with us. Youshould be able to prove you have theequivalent of IELTS 6.5 (with at least 5.5 ineach component). If you don’t meet ourEnglish language level, you can undertake apre-sessional English course at theUniversity’s Centre for International English.

Applications for postgraduate study aremade directly to the University. Thefollowing supporting documents must alsobe submitted with your application:• Certificates and transcripts of relevant

academic and professional qualifications• Reference letter• Evidence of English language ability (if

applicable)• A personal statement

To apply, visit: southwales.ac.uk/apply.Once you’ve received an offer, our staff willadvise you how to accept your place, makepre-departure arrangements and bookaccommodation.

International and EU Students The University of South Wales is a home from home for international andEU students who feel welcome as soon as they arrive on campus.

The teaching staff on my course have been really helpful. Iwould rank them as the best lecturers I’ve ever had. Outsideof studying, I have also had a great social experience.Everyone is so friendly in Wales. Honestly, I never imaginedI could do so well academically, studying is so much fun,and I’m pleased I can show my mum how well I’m doing andmake her proud.

Kelvin Ogumor from Nigeria, MA Graphic Communication graduate

Students taking a tour of Pontypridd


Immigration and InternationalStudent Advice (IISA)Our International Student Advisers willprovide help and support before you arriveand during your studies. If you need astudent visa to study in the UK, we willprovide advice on the application process.

Throughout your time at the University, ourInternational Student Advisers help withnon-academic welfare-related issues. We caneven help with adapting to a new culture,living in the UK, visa applications andemployment regulations. Visit:southwales.ac.uk/intsupport

We can also organise an airport arrivalservice for when you arrive. For essentialpre-departure information, visit:southwales.ac.uk/pre-departure

As part of the wider USW1World project, ourInternational Student Advisers organiseevents, parties and trips throughout the yearto help you integrate and make the most ofyour time in the UK. You could evenvolunteer as a Global Assistant and helpsupport your fellow students. Visit: southwales.ac.uk/usw1world

Working in the UKInternational students studying at degreelevel and above on a Tier 4 visa can work inthe UK. You’ll be able to work to a maximumof 20 hours per week during term-time andfull-time during holidays. Most EU studentsare allowed to work in the UK. TheUniversity’s Careers & Employability Serviceand the Students’ Union EmploymentService can help you find work. Visit:southwales.ac.uk/ukworking

Our InternationalWelcome WeekProgramme runs twice ayear to help you settle in,make new friends andprepare you for youracademic studies.

Students visit Cardiff Bay as part of International Welcome Week



The University is building on its existingareas of internationally recognised andworld-leading research, developing holisticapproaches, and being distinctive in whatwe do and how we do it. To create asustainable research base moving forwardtowards REF2021 and beyond, ResearchInstitutes have been established in the areaswhere the University has a significantresearch profile, and where a strategicdecision has been made to support this areaof strength.

Research Institutes provide a nurturingenvironment where researchers can conducttheir research with the appropriate support.The six Research Institutes will have apositive impact on research focus, researchsustainability and our reputation forresearch. Either feeding into these identifiedareas of strength or otherwise in anemerging or niche area of research areResearch Centres and Groups.

In the Research Excellence Framework(REF2014), the University doubled theamount of its research rated as world-leading. University research providesindividuals, businesses, communities andgovernments with a dynamic, robust andwide-ranging knowledge base for shapingpolicy and practice.

Moving towards REF2021, we have clearplans and defined targets in place and arefocussed on facilitating the research culturethat will enable these targets to be achieved.

The six Research Institutes are:

• Computing and Mathematics• Creative Industries • Crime, Justice and Society• Energy and the Environment • Health and Wellbeing • Humanities

Research Centres and Groups

Computing and Mathematics

Applied Mathematics and StatisticsResearch GroupPrimary research interests are in appliedmathematical analysis of partial differentialequations, mathematical and computationalbiology, combinatorics and heuristics,quantum magnetic systems and continuummechanics and industrial mathematics.

Cognitive Robotics Research Group Explores different aspects of intelligenceand intelligent behaviour with an emphasison intelligence in robots and automatedsystems. Understanding the structural andinteraction-related principles behindemergence of intelligent behaviour.

Computer Science and ArtificialIntelligence Paradigms We apply and extend branches of computerscience that relate to system modelling,simulation, visualisation and complexproblem solving relating to algorithms,data-structures and system dynamics, andsystem dynamic problems.

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)Research CentreThe GIS Research Centre uses spatialdatabases and geo-spatial technologies tocombine basic research in mapgeneralisation, topological structures,terrain modelling and spatialmodelling/reasoning with applied research.

Our ResearchResearch at the University of South Wales is focused on providing solutions to problems that affect society andthe economy. Committed to enhancing the links between research, teaching, innovation and enterprise, ourresearch informs and underpins teaching at all levels.

Dr Ruth McElroy is a reader in Media and Cultural Studiesand Director of the Creative Industries Research Institute.


Data Integrity and Combinatorics ResearchGroupPrimary research interests focus on thetheory and applications of error-correctingcodes and the applications of combinatorialmathematics in radio system planning.

Hypermedia Research GroupResearch interests focus on three mainstrands: knowledge organisation systemsand services, human computer interaction,and minority languages.

Information Security Research GroupThis group has an international reputation in the areas of network and cyber security,computer forensics and threat analysis.

Medical Electronics and Signal ProcessingResearch Unit (MESPRU)Research interests focus on the differentaspects of hardware and software systemsfor medical and generic applications.

Medical Imaging Research GroupResearch focuses on the development ofelectronic and computer systems tomeasure important parameters for clinicalinvestigations and the diagnosis of medicalconditions.

Mobile Computing, Communications andNetworking Research CentreWorld-class research into mobiletelecommunications, wireless and sensorcommunications and internet technology.

Creative Industries

Centre for the Study of Media and Culturein Small NationsTakes ‘small nations’ as a focus, using theexpertise of Wales to make comparisons andforge links with other small nations in the UKand internationally. Explores globalisationand localisation and the effect on media andculture in small nations.

European Centre for Photographic andDocumentary Research Carries out high quality research inphotography that explores cultural historiesof photography and contemporary issuesand debates informing photographic andfilm-based art and documentary practices.

George Ewart Evans Centre for StorytellingInterdisciplinary centre promotes, developsand researches storytelling in all forms.Collaborates with storytellers and artists increative and cultural industries and supportsthose who use storytelling in communityand education settings.

Music, Media and Drama Research GroupResearch draws from a wide breadth oftheatre, television, film, music,communication, consumption, culture,media and journalism. Encompasses adiverse range of researchers in practice-based, ‘traditional’ academic and appliedforms of research.

Wales Institute for Research in Art andDesign (WIRAD)Collaborative partnership includes, art anddesign researchers at the University of SouthWales, University of Wales Trinity Saint David,Cardiff Metropolitan University andAmgueddfa Cymru – National Museum ofWales.

Crime, Justice and Society

Centre for Advanced Studies in PublicPolicy (CASPP)Focuses on providing policymakers andprofessionals with fresh thinking, newevidence and innovative solutions to thechallenges they face in effecting changes inpublic service organisation and delivery.

Centre for CriminologyConducts world-class research in areas suchas drugs and crime, street violence, knifecrime, attrition of rape cases, call handling,policing, public protest, sex offences andcriminal justice processing.

Centre for Social Policy ResearchWork is clustered around research groups inthe fields of community development,public management, and youth and socialjustice.

Energy and the Environment

Centre for Automotive and Power SystemsEngineering (CAPSE)A research, development, test andcertification house for the advancedautomotive and power systems engineeringsectors. Split into three distinctive facilities:Powertrain, Energy Storage and EnergySystems.

Engineering Research CentreSpecialises in combustion and heat transfer,condition monitoring, advanced control andoptimisation, fuel cells and batteries,recycled construction materials andmonitoring of buildings.

Life Sciences Research GroupSpecialises in modern cell and molecularbiology and ecology, and works in areassuch as stress physiology and genomicspolicy. The group has access to state-of-the-art equipment for plant growth,microbiology, microscopy, biochemistry and molecular biology.

Sustainable Environment Research Centre(SERC)A world-class research centre drawingtogether biology, engineering, chemistryand physics. It explores hydrogen andrenewable electricity, hydrogen storage, thestrategic build up of hydrogen refuellinginfrastructure, biological hydrogen and biomethane production, and microbial fuelcells.

Wireless and Optoelectronics Research &Innovation Centre (WORIC)It has a reputable focus on radiowavepropagation, radio system planning andwireless channel characterisation forapplications in future generation fixed andmobile communication networks. It exploreslasers, metrology, energy, biphotonics,telecommunications, metamaterial andplasmonics.

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Health and Wellbeing

Centre for Research and Innovation in CareSciences (CRICS)The centre comprises of the five researchgroups below:

• Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care(WIHSC)Focus is on applied policy and intentions ofhealth and social care policy formulationand implementation – from national andinternational to the practitioner and citizen.

• Genomics Policy GroupKey research strands focus on healthprofessional education and publicengagement.

• Group for Development in IntellectualDisabilitiesAims to enhance the quality of life andservice provision for people with intellectualdisabilities, and their families and carers,through an integrated programme ofresearch.

• Care Sciences Research GroupResearch areas include acute care, enduringhealth needs, violence and health care,mental health and education for healthprofessionals.

• Clinical Technology and DiagnosticsResearch GroupResearch encompasses the assessment anddevelopment of diagnosis tools and thestudy and development of clinical skills andtheir acquisition to aid diagnosis and assesstreatment efficacy.

Healthcare Education Research Group This world-class research focuses onproducing innovative solutions thatadvance the pedagogy and learning ofprofessional healthcare practice.

Newport Centre for Counselling andPsychotherapy ResearchFocus is on developing research ofqualitative methodological approaches,including collaborative and participatoryenquiry, narrative research and discourseanalysis.

Psychology Research GroupResearch areas encompass cognitive andbiological, health and mental health, social,developmental, behaviour analysis, play andplay therapy and cyberpsychology.

Sport, Health and Exercise SciencesResearch GroupThe Vascular Health Group focuses on thepathophysiology of atherosclerosis andvascular benefits associated with increasedphysical activity and healthy eating acrossageing continuum. The Sports PerformanceGroup takes a practical approach toimproving sports performance throughcollaboration with elite sports teams.

The Dyscovery CentreAn experienced and active research teamfocused on Developmental CoordinationDisorder (DCD)/Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, ADHDand specific language impairments at allstages of life, from early years to adulthood.

Humanities

Centre for Gender Studies in WalesFocuses on research in gender studies,primarily in relation to Welsh culture, andhistory and society from the 18th century tothe present day.

English Research GroupResearch interests include Englishromanticism, Gothic writing, the fin desiècle, modernism, postmodernism, 19thand 20th century women’s writing,postcolonial literature, poetry of place,Welsh writing, literature and religion andliterary theory.

History Research GroupExplores various post-medieval fields, from16th century Germany to contemporaryAmerica. It explores topics as diverse asanarchism, Atlantic slavery, sexuality andreligion and witchcraft.

Learning Spaces Pedagogic ResearchGroupThe group seeks to reflect upon whether thephysical environment is fit for purpose, andthe scope for small low cost changes thatcan have a high impact on the learning andteaching experience.

Social Ethics Research Group (SERG)Research focuses on social justice and therelationship between theory, policy andpractice. Specialist interests include equalityand diversity, welfare state, disability rights,professional ethics, family, social inclusion,multiculturalism and environmental justice.

Other Research Centres

Business Accountability and ResponsibilityCentre (BARC)The Centre focuses on applied research inlaw, accounting and finance. It works acrossa number of areas that extend from criminaland civil liability, to governance,accountability and ethics.

Centre for EnterpriseCarries out research into enterprise andentrepreneurship to identify and report onemerging trends, needs, markets and bestpractice. It has a particular focus onenterprise education, women’sentrepreneurship, social innovation and thecommercialisation of IP and research.

Centre for Research in Futures andInnovation (CRI-FI)One of the few specialised centres in Europe,and the only one in Wales to carry outfutures research and consultancy services. It also focuses on strategy and innovation.

Wales Transport Research Centre (WTRC)Has unrivalled knowledge and expertise oftransport issues of Wales, and surroundingregions. Research focuses on aviation, busand train policy and operations, road andrail investment, freight, logistics andseaports, traveller information needs andservices and economic and marketappraisal.

Contact usFor more information about Research at theUniversity of South Wales:Visit: southwales.ac.uk/researchE-mail: [email protected]

Visit our website to findout more about ourimpressive range ofResearch Centres andGroups.


GRO provides consistent, high-qualitysupport for research students and researchstudent committees, ensuring compliancewith the University’s regulations. ResearchCouncils play an important role in settingstandards and identifying best practice inresearch training; the development oftransferable skills is an important element ofa research degree programme. GRO ensuresthat the University meets the requirementsof UK Research Councils and the UK QualityAssurance Agency (QAA) Code of Practice.

Networking and communityGRO nurtures a postgraduate researchcommunity drawn from a variety ofdisciplines, supporting needs throughdevelopment opportunities and mentoringand providing postgraduate researcherswith the best possible environment toachieve their full potential during their earlyresearch career.

The aim is to stimulate innovative personal,professional and career developmentopportunities, as well as maintaining thequality and consistency of support forresearch students across the University.Through networking, researchers share bestpractice and highlight areas in whichsupport is required.

TrainingGRO engages with the University’sexperienced research staff to delivercredible, high-quality skills developmentopportunities to students. Enhancedopportunities for multidisciplinary researchand crossing discipline boundaries areavailable when full use is made of itsPostgraduate Centre facilities for events andtraining. There is a calendar of events forpostgraduate research students andresearch staff, which culminate in theAnnual Postgraduate Presentation Day. Inaddition, research students are welcome toattend staff development events organisedby the University.

University of South Wales research studentsreceive additional support from Vitae, anational organisation that supports the skillsand career development of researchers.

Postgraduate CentreThe University’s Postgraduate Centre atPontypridd Campus, provides a distinctiveenvironment for postgraduate students. As aflexible space, it has been created with allaspects of postgraduate study in mind,including taught classes, self-study, groupwork and meetings, as well as a networkingand communal space.

Contact usIf you are looking for funding for yourresearch, visit: southwales.ac.uk/money

For more information about the GRO:Visit: southwales.ac.uk/groE-mail: [email protected]

The University’s Graduate Research Office (GRO) ranks amongst the top five universities in the UK* forinternational student support.

*International Student Barometer 2014

Graduate Research Office

Dr Rhian Morgan of the Genomics Policy Research Group



Tuition feesTaught course tuition feesPostgraduate tuition fees vary dependingon where, how and what you study. At thetime of print (July 2016) the fees for 2017-18entry have not been confirmed. For thelatest information, visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

Fees for part-time study are charged permodule. Some postgraduate awards andprofessional courses are charged at a non-standard fee. For details, visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

Managing fee paymentsFor UK and EU students, fees are usuallypayable on enrolment and can be paidonline. You can also pay in direct debitinstalments. For further information, visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

Research tuition feesFor details of tuition fees for research degreeprogrammes, along with other fees forresearch students, visit:southwales.ac.uk/research

Postgraduate fundingBursaries and scholarshipsWe offer a limited number of awards,bursaries and scholarships. For up-to-dateeligibility information and deadline datesrelating to applications, visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

Professional and Career Development LoansIf you choose a professional qualification, alimited number of banks offer Professionaland Career Development Loans. You will becredit checked and assessed on an individualbasis. If you meet the criteria you can opt toborrow anywhere between £300-£10,000 forfees and living costs. To find out more, visit:www.gov.uk/career-development-loans

Postgraduate Student LoansLoans of up to £10,000 for Masters studyhave recently been launched by thedepartment of Business, Innovation andSkills for English-domiciled students only for2016-17 entry. For further information seewww.gov.uk/studentfinancesteps. TheWelsh Government is expected to make anannouncement shortly regarding providinga similar scheme for 2017-18 entry.

Charities, trusts and foundationsFunding from charities, trusts andfoundations can be limited. However, if youresearch potential funders and apply earlyyou may be able to access a number ofexternal awards to assist you with your feesand living costs. If you require assistancecompleting an application or supportingstatement, our student money advisers canassist you. To make an appointment, visit:southwales.ac.uk/money

Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs)If you have a disability, mental healthcondition or specific learning difficulty, youmay be eligible to apply for DisabledStudents’ Allowances (DSAs). Register withthe Disability & Dyslexia Service to find outmore, or visit: dds.southwales.ac.uk/dsa

Research fundingResearch Councils cover funding acrossvarious subjects including arts, engineering,sciences, and social sciences. Competition isstrong and may prove difficult. Applicationsare generally not made individually, butthrough the faculty where you will study. For advice and details, contact the GraduateResearch Office:E-mail: [email protected]

Finance and funding are important when choosing to progress to postgraduate and professional study. At theUniversity of South Wales we offer specialist support and advice to help you make sense of it all.

Student Finance

All our award-winningadvisers are accreditedmembers of the NationalAssociation of StudentMoney Advisers (NASMA).

Postgraduate Centre, Pontypridd Campus


Professional learning and open courses areavailable across a wide variety of disciplinesthat can be booked as required. We work inpartnership with clients to put togetherprogrammes and solutions that addressorganisational objectives and specific needs.

Our professional development client basespans the public, private and third sectors. Itincludes Arriva, Bron Afon HousingAssociation, Capita, Carmarthenshire CountyCouncil, Dŵr Cymru, Mid & West Wales Fire &Rescue, New Directions, Newport CityHomes, Powys County Council, RhonddaCynon Taff County Council, The Royal Mint,Value Wales and Welsh Government.

Professional development qualificationsand coursesWe offer accredited and non-accreditedtraining. Trainers are experts in their field andcourses are regularly monitored to adhere tothe high standards expected by clients. As acost-effective and convenient option, manycourses are delivered in-company andtailored to the needs of each organisation.

Our portfolio of specialist programmesincludes:

• *PRINCE2®, MSP®, APM Project Management, Agile PM and Change Management certifications.

• Leadership & Management Development programmes

• ILM Coaching & Management qualifications• CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement

& Supply • CIM Marketing programmes• Tailored short courses

Contact usFor more information or to discuss opportunities contact us today:

Call: 08455 195 504E-mail: [email protected]: southwales.ac.uk/business/develop-your-staff

*PRINCE2® and MSP® are registered trade marks ofAXELOS Limited.

Professional Development

PRINCE2® is one of the twoqualifications I have that has made thebiggest impact on my career. Thecourse run at USW Commercial Servicesis excellent at bringing people up tothe level required in the mostmanageable, efficient way. It providesthe candidates with an understandingthat extends way beyond the end ofthe course.

Project Manager, NHS Strategic Health Authority, South of England

Professional development qualifications and courses forindividuals, businesses and large organisations are accessiblethrough the University’s Commercial & Client Services team.



While your days at University may come to an end,your links with us will last a lifetime.

Dr Hassan Al-DerhamPresident of Qatar University

Professor Sue Bale OBEDirector of Research and Development atAneurin Bevan Health Board

Dr Richard BurgessCEO of the American Association ofIndependent Music and 'New Romantic'music pioneer

Roger CrothersHead of Technology at BBC Wales

Neil DaviesGlobal Head of Talent Acquisition at PayPal

Amanda EarnshawHead of Procurement at Royal Sun Alliance

Paul EvansVice President and Chief ProcurementOfficer of BP

Paul FentonAssistant Director at Deloitte UK

Robin FletcherChief Executive at the Boarding Schools'Association

Dr Alexander HeilChief Economist at the Port Authority ofNew York and New Jersey

Dorothy HoseinChief Executive Officer of The QueenElizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFoundation Trust

Dr Michael HowlettGrammy Award winning music producer

David MehaffeyDirector of Strategy, Transformation andPlanning at NHS Worcestershire ClinicalCommissioning Group

Colette MullingsHead of Customer Service and DigitalMarketing Communications at Royal Mail

Carys RichardsVice President of Human Resources (MiddleEast and North Africa region) at MasterCard

Dr Ian RiggsExecutive Vice President of Quality at RollsRoyce

Dr Paul T ThomasChair of Sport Wales

Nigel WalkerFormer Olympian and rugby player forWales and National Director of the EnglishInstitute of Sport

Mike WhiteSenior Executive (Europe, Middle East andAfrica) at DHL

Studying with us is part of alifelong connection you make withthe University. The benefits ofbeing a University of South Walesstudent extend far beyond yournew qualification and last muchlonger than your course.

Our Alumni


As you graduate, you’ll join a globalcommunity of more than 200,000 -- areadymade network of likeminded peersand potential contacts. Building onfriendships made during your time as astudent, you will have the opportunity toestablish lifelong connections through awide range of opportunities and initiatives.

Many alumni stay connected with theUniversity, and each other, by attendingevents, joining local alumni groups,volunteering their time as an alumni mentor,or simply catching up with the latest newsfrom campus online through ourcommunity website.

If you need careers advice our Careers &Employability Service is still here to help too-- free of charge. You won’t miss out onexpertise or resources either. As a member ofthe network you get access to a range ofbenefits and services, including discountedaccess to our libraries, access to our sportsfacilities and invitations to exclusivenetworking events and reunions.

The Alumni Office is with you every step ofyour graduate journey, helping support youas your needs evolve. Through our alumnimagazine and monthly e-bulletin graduatesreceive regular updates about University

developments, and news from the alumninetwork, as well as regular opportunities tosupport our student community.

The Alumni Office is here to help youmaintain the value of your education. We’reproud of our alumni, and want toacknowledge your achievements. We lookforward to celebrating your success.

To see how the University of South Walescan be part of your future, visit:southwales.ac.uk/alumni

Summer graduation at the University of South Wales



ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

ART AND DESIGN

Association of Chartered ACCA PT Sept | Jan www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1390Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants CIMA N PT Sept | Jan | May www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1222(CIMA) Certificate in Business Accounting

Chartered Institute of Management CIMA N PT Sept | Mar www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1223Accountants (CIMA) Professional Scheme

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England ICAEW N PT Sept | Nov | Jan www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1224and Wales (ICAEW) Mar

Accounting MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/201

Finance and Investment MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1019

Forensic Audit and Accounting MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/491

Banking and Finance in Emerging Economies MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/accounting

Trading and Risk MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1694

Arts Practice (Art, Health and Wellbeing) MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/940

Arts Practice (Fine Art) MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/934

Graphic Communication MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/130

Fashion Retail MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1557

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BUILT ENVIRONMENTConstruction Project Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/274

Safety, Health and Environmental Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/282

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COMPUTINGComputing and Information Systems MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/251

Computer Forensics MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/264

Computer Science MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/252

Computer Systems Security MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/254

Cyber Security MSc FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1507

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EDUCATIONChild and Adolescent Mental Health MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1160

Early Years MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1225

Education (Innovation in Learning and Teaching) MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1226

Leadership and Management (Education) MA | PgDip | PgCert FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1231

SEN (ASD) MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1159

Special Educational Needs (SEN) MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1237

Teaching English to Speakers of Other MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1239Languages (TESOL)

Postgraduate Certificate in Developing PgCert PT Sept | Feb southwales.ac.uk/pgcProfessional Practice in Higher Education

SEN Specific Learning Difficulties PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1280

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ENGINEERINGAeronautical Engineering MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/641

Aviation Engineering and Management MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1878

Civil and Structural Engineering MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/577

Civil Engineering and Environmental MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/576Management

Electronics and Information Technology MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/415

Embedded Systems Design (with internship MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1492option)

Mechanical Engineering MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/583

Mobile and Satellite Communications (with MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1431internship option)

Professional Engineering MSc Work-based PT Flexible start date www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/874Learning

Optoelectronics (with internship option) MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1572

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ENGLISH AND CREATIVE WRITINGWriting MPhil PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/297P

ENVIRONMENT AND SCIENCEAnalytical and Forensic Science MSc FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/792

Renewable Energy and Resource Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/374

Wildlife and Conservation Management MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/385

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FILM AND MEDIAAnimation MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/138

Games Enterprise MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1559

Film Producing MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/141

Media Production MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1560

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HEALTH SCIENCESAcute and Critical Care PgCert | BSc (Hons) PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/709

Advanced Clinical Practitioner MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/355

Clinical Endodontics MSc | PgDip Port Talbot PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/848Resource Centre/ Morriston Hospital

Advanced Practice (Nursing and Midwifery) MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1926

Community Health Studies (District Nursing) MA | PgDip | PgCert PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/nursing (Practice Nursing) (Community Children's BSc (Hons)Nursing) (Community Learning Disability Nursing)

Community Mental Health Practice BSc (Hons) PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/280

Diabetes MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/791

Disaster Healthcare MSc PT Aug www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/319

Education for Health and Social Care Professionals MA | PgDip | PgCert PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/364

Endocrinology MSc | PgDip PT Sept | Mar www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/988

Genomic Medicine and Healthcare MSc | PgDip D PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1914

Obesity and Weight Management MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1799

Occupational Health (Nursing and Technician) DipHE PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/416(Professional Practice)

Palliative Care PgCert PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/313

Preventative Cardiovascular Medicine MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1797

Professional Practice (Cancer and Palliative Care) MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1663

Professional Practice (Nursing) (Healthcare MSc | BSc (Hons) FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/178studies) (Midwifery) (Learning Disability) (Mental Health)

Professional Practice (Nursing/ Healthcare BSc (Hons) | BSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/506studies) (Violence Reduction)

Professional Practice (Vulnerable Person) MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/620

Professional Practice DipHE PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/460

Public Health MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/618

Respiratory Medicine MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1912

Return to Practice PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/360

Rheumatology MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1906

Specialist Community Public Health Nursing MSc | BSc (Hons) FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/nursing (Health Visiting) (School Nursing) (Occupational Health Nursing)

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LAWLegal Practice Course LPC FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/288

Masters in Law LLM FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/277

International Commercial Law LLM FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/281

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MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESSDoctor of Business Administration DBA PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1115

Master of Business Administration MBA FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/200

Executive Master of Business Administration MBA PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/838

Master of Business Administration (Marketing) MBA FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/200

Master of Business Administration (Public MBA FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/200Service Management)

Master of Business Administration (Human MBA FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/200Resource Management)

Management MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/199

Engineering Management MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/461

Human Resource Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/466

International Business and Enterprise MSc FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/479

Leadership and Management MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/793

Project Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1260

Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Level 4 CIM PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1277Certificate in Professional Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Level 6 CIM PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1278Diploma in Professional Marketing

Marketing MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/507

Strategic Digital Marketing MSc FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1247

Public Relations MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/663

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1381Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1521Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Strategic Procurement Management MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/470

International Logistics and Supply Chain MSc FT | PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/492Management

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MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEDrama MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/669

Music Engineering and Production MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/131

Songwriting and Production MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1558

Scriptwriting MA PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/136

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PSyCHOLOGy, PSyCHOTHERAPy AND COUNSELLINGArt Psychotherapy MA PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1158

Business Psychology MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1258

Clinical and Abnormal Psychology MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/836

Health Psychology MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/300

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy MSc | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1262

Systemic Psychotherapy MSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/356

Systemic Practice in Psychotherapy PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1904

Systemic Counselling BSc PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/500

Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy MA | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1263

Counselling Skills PgCert PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1284

Behaviour Analysis and Therapy MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/841

Behaviour Analysis Supervised Practice PgDip FT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1903

Consultative Supervision MA | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1474

Counselling Children and Young People MA | PgDip PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1265

Music Therapy MA PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1233

Play and Therapeutic Play MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/305

Play Therapy MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/639

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PUBLIC SERVICESGovernance PgCert FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1402

Global Governance MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1647

Health and Public Service Management MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/303

Public Service Management MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/306

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RELIGIOUS STUDIESBuddhist Studies MA PT Sept | Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1378

SOCIAL SCIENCESCrime and Justice MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/230

Major Crime Investigation and Management MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1851

Working with Adult and Young Offenders MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1852


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SPORTSports and Exercise Medicine MSc | PgDip D PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1153

Sport, Health and Exercise Science MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/694

Sports Coaching and Performance MSc FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1805

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TEACHER TRAININGPGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PcET) PGCE FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1828

PGCE Secondary Design and Technology with QTS PGCE FT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1269

Advanced Certificate in Teaching Adult Literacy PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1543and Communication

Advanced Certificate in Teaching Adult PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1544Numeracy and Mathematics

Advanced Certificate in Teaching ESOL PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1545

Professional Certificate in Education PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1375(Adult Literacy and Communication)

Professional Certificate in Education PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1376(Adult Numeracy and Mathematics)

Professional Certificate in Education (ESOL) PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1377

Professional Certificate in Education (PcET) PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1270

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1268(ESOL)

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PcET) FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1137

University Certificate Returning and Supply Teachers PT Feb www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1283

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yOUTH WORKWorking for Children and Young People MA FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1241

Youth and Community Work PgDip FT | PT Sept www.southwales.ac.uk/courses/1275(Initial qualifying)

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AccountingWe are an ACCA Platinum ApprovedLearning Partner, a CIMA Premium LearningPartner and an ICAEW Partner in Learning.

Built EnvironmentOur MSc Construction Project Managementis accredited by the Royal Institution ofChartered Surveyors (RICS) and theChartered Institution of Civil EngineeringSurveyors (ICES). Our MSc Safety, Health andEnvironmental Management courses isaccredited by the Institution ofOccupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

ComputingWe are the only university in Wales to gainthe prestigious provisional certification fromGCHQ, the UK Government’sCommunications HQ, for our MSc ComputerForensics. Our MSc Computer SystemsSecurity is also accredited by Tigerscheme.

EngineeringMany of our engineering courses areaccredited by leading professional bodies.These include the Institution of MechanicalEngineers (IMechE), the Royal AeronauticalSociety (RaeS), the Institution of Engineeringand Technology (IET), the Institution of CivilEngineers (ICE), the Institution of StructuralEngineers, the Institute of HighwaysEngineers (IHE), The Chartered Institution ofHighways & Transportation and the JointBoard of Moderators (JBM).

Environment and ScienceThe Chartered Society of Forensic Sciencesaccredits our MSc Analytical and ForensicScience course.

LawOur Legal Practice Course (LPC) is approvedby the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Wehave also been awarded accredited centrestatus from the Chartered Institute of LegalExecutives (CILEx).

Management and BusinessMany of our courses are accredited by arange of professional bodies. These includethe Association for Project Management(APM), the Chartered Institute of Marketing(CIM), Chartered Institute of Personnel andDevelopment (CIPD), Chartered Institute ofProcurement and Supply (CIPS), CharteredInstitute of Public Relations (CIPR), Instituteof Operations Management (IOM) and theChartered Institute of Logistics andTransport (CILT).

Psychology and PsychotherapyMany of our psychology and psychotherapycourses are accredited by professionalbodies. MSc Health Psychology is accreditedby the British Psychological Society (BPS) asStage 1 of the training route to HCPCpractitioner psychologist registration. MScPlay Therapy is accredited by the BritishAssociation of Play Therapists (BAPT), andboth of the Behaviour Analysis courses areapproved by the Behaviour AnalysisCertification Board (BACB).

Three courses are accredited by the British Association for Counselling andPsychotherapy (BACP): the PostgraduateDiploma in Integrative Counselling andPsychotherapy, the Postgraduate Diploma inCognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy andthe BSc Systemic Counselling. MSc SystemicPsychotherapy is accredited by theAssociation for Family Therapy. MA ArtPsychotherapy and MA Music Therapy arevalidated by the arts therapies regulatorybody, the Health and Care ProfessionsCouncil (HCPC) and upon qualificationstudents are eligible to register with HCPC asarts therapists.

Many of our postgraduate courses are delivered on behalf of professional bodies so you can gain a qualificationthat is a recognised standard in that profession. Take a look below to find out which subject areas offeraccredited courses. You can also find out more on our website.

Accreditations

Rebecca Wright is an ACCA graduate and now works at Mitchell Meredith, a firm of chartered accountants.

Visit the course pages onour website to find outmore about your courseand its accreditations.


Our Commitment to you

Environmentally friendly

We’re proud of our commitment to theenvironment – we were the first university inthe UK to be awarded the ISO 14001standard for the quality of ourenvironmental practices and teaching.

We have an extensive recycling programmeand an award-winning Travel Plan thatencourages sustainable options such ascycling, walking and public transport. Formore information, visit:southwales.ac.uk/sustainability

The University is also part of the GreenAcademy, which integrates sustainabledevelopment and education into Universitylife. Students are at the heart of the projectbecause sustainability skills can help withemployment. To find out more, visit:southwales.ac.uk/greenacademy

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CharterAs part of our commitment to provide thebest possible service, we have set out yourrights and responsibilities in the University’sCharter. This Charter reflects our belief thatthe learning process is most effective whenundertaken in the spirit of co-operation andpartnership between you, your fellowstudents and the University.

The Charter tells you what to expect of usand what we can expect of you. It also tellsyou what you can do if you feel we are notdelivering the service you expect. Wemonitor our performance against thesestandards to ensure that we continuallyimprove the service we provide, and weencourage your comments based on yourexperiences. The Student Charter is availableon the University’s website.

Admissions complaints are covered by theUniversity’s Admissions Policy, which is available at:southwales.ac.uk/apply

Darpariaeth Cyfrwng CymraegFel rhan o’i hymrwymiad i’r iaith Gymraeg,mae’r Brifysgol yn monitro ac yn cynyddu eigwaith drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Darperircyfleoedd i ti ddefnyddio a datblygu dysgiliau iaith Gymraeg – yn gymdeithasol acfel rhan o dy astudiaethau. Mae cyfleoedd iti astudio cyrsiau ôl-raddedig ym meysyddbusnes, drama, a’r cyfryngau trwy gyfrwng yGymraeg. Gall myfyrwyr hefyd drafod yposibilrwydd o gyflwyno eu traethodaudrwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gyda’u darlithwyr.I wybod mwy, cysyllta â:[email protected]

Welsh language provisionAs part of its commitment to the Welshlanguage, the University is committed tomonitor and increase its use of the Welshlanguage. There are many opportunities foryou to use and develop your Welshlanguage skills – either socially or as part ofyour studies. You can study postgraduatecourses in media, drama and businessthrough the medium of Welsh. You can alsodiscuss the possibility of submitting workthrough the medium of Welsh. To find outmore about Welsh language provision,contact: [email protected]

We’re working towards combating climate change and are proud of our commitment to the environment. If youwant to make a difference, choose us and get involved.

Before you applyThe University regularly reviews its portfolio of courses to ensure we provide thebest quality possible. You can find up-to-date information on all our coursesonline – you should check course details before you apply in case anyinformation has changed since the time of print. You should also check ourwebsite for the latest information on fees and student support for the courseyou want to study: southwales.ac.uk



AAbout the University 2, 7-8Accommodation 10Accounting Courses 23Alumni 21Art Courses 23Apply 5-6

BBefore you Apply 32Built Environment Courses 24Bursaries and Scholarships 19Business Courses 27

CCampuses 7-8Cardiff Campus 8Careers 11Chaplaincy 12Charities, Trusts and Foundations 19Childcare 11Computing Courses 24Counselling and Wellbeing 12Counselling Courses 28Course Index 23-30 Cymraeg 32

DDesign Courses 23Disabled Students' Allowances (DSAs) 12

EEducation Courses 24E-learning 12Employability 11Engineering Courses 25Environmentally Friendly 32Environment Courses 25English and Creative Writing Course 25

FFacilities 9-10,12Fees and Funding 19Film Courses 25Finance Courses 23

GGrad Edge 11Graduate Research Office 18Green Academy 32

HHealth 12Health Sciences Courses 26How to Apply 5-6

IInformation Systems 12International and EU Students 13Immigration and International StudentAdvice 14

LLaw Courses 27Learning Support 12Library and Student Centre 12Life at the University 9-10Loans 19 Location 7-8

MMaking the Right Choice 5-6Management Courses 27Media Courses 25Music Courses 28

NNewport City Campus 7-8, 9

OOpen Evenings 1

PPerformance Courses 28Photography Course 28Pontypridd Campus 8, 9Postgraduate Centre 12, 18Professional Development 20Professional and Career Development Loans 19Psychology Courses 28Psychotherapy Courses 28Public Services Courses 29

RResearch 6, 15-18Religious Studies Course 29

SScience Courses 25Social Sciences Courses 29Sport 9Sport Courses 29Student Charter 32Student Support 12-13Students' Union 9Study Skill Centres 12

TTeacher Training Courses 30Tuition Fees 19Taught Courses 5

WWelsh Language 32Why Postgraduate Study 3Working in the UK 14

yYouth Work Courses 30

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The University of South Wales Group comprises the University of South Wales, TheCollege Merthyr Tydfil, and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama.

This guide provides general guidance and does not form part of any contract. The informationgiven has been produced well in advance of delivery of the courses outlined for students dueto enter the University during the 2017-18 intake. While it is believed to be correct at the timeof going to press, our website should be checked for the latest position. The University reservesthe right to amend or discontinue courses, or alter facilities, as a response to circumstancesbeyond its control but will otherwise endeavour to respond to change by consulting withthose affected and/or taking remedial action to help them.

As part of its commitment to the Welsh language, the University is committed to monitor andincrease its use of the Welsh language. For more information see page 32.

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