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University of Glamorgan
The University has a reputation for strong vocational education in creative industries, health and sport, humanities, business and advanced technology. A world-class sports centre and a new school for Creative and Cultural Industries offer great facilities. No wonder 2,500 overseas students choose Glamorgan every year. Surrounded by the Brecon Beacons and close to stunning beaches there are opportunities for outdoor activities, and it is only 20 minutes from the city of Cardiff.
Pontypridd is situated between the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park and Cardiff. The original campus sits in Treforest which was once a mining village that played its part in south Wales’ industrial economic boom of the 19th century.
Now the University of Glamorgan forges the academic power that drives today’s modern economy. Surrounded by rolling hills, you are greeted by images of classic Wales – tranquil and beautiful, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons mountain range and opportunities for horse riding, canoeing, rock climbing, waterskiing and more.
The Treforest campus is only 20 minutes from Cardiff. In 2007, the University opened a brand new campus in Cardiff.
The University has an established international reputation and a proud tradition of providing vocational education, since it first opened as a college in 1913. This reputation is confirmed by the 2,500 overseas students who choose Glamorgan every year from over 60 countries.
Cardiff School of Creative & Cultural Industries, Health & Sport Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Advanced Technology, Glamorgan Business School, Lifelong Learning.
See the degree subject options for Foundation Year students.
Accommodation is based on, or near the main campus offering safe and comfortable facilities, within an easy walk of academic facilities. Priority is given where possible to international students.
A large amount of on-campus accommodation has en-suite facilities. All rooms offer free internet access.
The Centre for Sport, Health and Exercise is located on campus and offers excellent facilities used by world-class sporting stars.
The Cardiff School of Creative & Cultural Industries is located in the newly opened £50 million purpose-built campus offering state of the art studios, theatres, digital editing suites.
The Treforest campus includes first-class teaching rooms, laboratories and lecture theatres, the Learning Resources Centre, IT Suites, Students’ Union and an art gallery.
The Treforest campus is close to the busy market town of Pontypridd and is also just a short journey away from Cardiff.
Outdoor action includes canoeing, rock climbing, water-skiing and surfing. Stunning beaches are just a short distance away, or the awe inspiring Brecon Beacons.
To find out more about where you might study after the Foundation Year, visit the University of Glamorgan website.
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Address:
Treforest, PONTYPRIDD, CF37 1DL, Wales, UK
- Established: 1913
- Students: 21,455
- Teaching staff: 554
- International Students: 9%
- Ranking: 58th in the UK (Guardian University League Table 2009)
- Motto: "Success Through Endeavour"
- The University has grown quickly in recent years and has invested £55 million in facilities for students
- An ideal base for exploring the many interesting local attractions (most offer free or reduced admission for students)
- Treforest was once a mining village that played its part in south Wales’ industrial economic boom of the 19th century
- Pontypridd boasts top-class bars, restaurants and all the big-name high street stores – ideal for those who succumb to the urge to shop and socialise
- South Wales offers excellent value for money – the British Tourist Authority recently cited nearby Cardiff as one of the best-value cities in the world
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