A Snapshot of Life at the University

Great courses

The University offers a range of courses - from those aiming for specific vocations, for example Archaeology or Teaching, to programmes leading to a range of suitable employment opportunities eg, English, Classics and History, which combine academic knowledge with a range of the transferable skills that employers seek.

These include communication, problem solving, working in teams, making presentations, organisational skills and leadership. Above all, our programmes aim to develop your academic knowledge of your subject and professional skills as well as a range of personal qualities such as increasing your self confidenceand developing social skills.

Great campuses

Our campuses in Carmarthen and Lampeter are excellent places to live and study. Both sites are based around the original nineteenth century college buildings and comprise beautiful landscaped grounds with modern and well equipped buildings.

Each campus has accommodation, learning resources, a lively Students ’Union, catering and sports facilities on site so that there is no need for a longdaily commute, saving you both time and money.

Fantastic location

West Wales is a fantastic location to be a student. Our campuses and excellent links with the local community mean that students quickly settle in and make friends, both within the University and outside. A wide range of community-based activities and events provide a contrast to academic life and supplement the activities organised by the Students ’Union.

A major advantage to living in West Wales is a sense of space. Both our campuses are surrounded by green fields and there is a host of opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hill walking, mountain biking, canoeing, coasteering, and surfing aswell as visits to sites of historical and cultural interest.

The additional advantages of living in West Wales is that the cost of living is much lower than in many urban areas, which means that your student loan may go further, while crime rates are amongst some of the lowest in the UK, allowing you a greater sense of personal freedom.

Scholarships available

The University has a number of scholarships and bursaries available to provide extra financial support for you during your studies.

Excellent student life

The Students ’Union works across both campuses to enhance your social, cultural and academic experience.

A friendly atmosphere
Our campuses and location foster a close-knit and friendly atmosphere and you will get to know other students from other courses and year groups. The range of clubs and societies - sports and others - encourages this and means that there is plenty to do outside of lectures and your academic work.