Swansea College of Art
An Art School Experience In A Contemporary University
An art college education is unlike any other form of university education. Its uniqueness lies in the way in which it fosters, directs and encourages individuality, creativity and innovation.
The UK has an amazingly rich and diverse range of art colleges with a distinguished heritage of producing globally recognised artists, designers, animators, filmmakers, and performers. Swansea College of Art, as the oldest and most established art college in Wales, is a well-respected part of that tradition.
What can I study?
All of our courses share a common philosophy; to enable individuality, creative freedom and academic flexibility, all of which we believe are essential in finding your own voice within your chosen creative field.
For Postgraduates
Our MA Contemporary Dialogues Portfolio creates a unique learning platform from which students are encouraged to broaden their creative experience through experimentation, collaboration and interdisciplinary discourse.
Summer Degree Shows
Our Summer Shows are a showcase of the exceptional work of our graduating students across a wide range of creative disciplines.
The exhibitions and performances are held in Swansea College of Art, Carmarthen, Cardiff and London throughout May, June, and July.
These events provide a fantastic opportunity for established and aspiring artists, designers, and performers to experience the innovative and inspiring work produced by our students.
OUR LATEST RANKINGS SHOW HOW WE STAND ACROSS THE UK
UWTSD ranked:
1st in the UK for Film Production & Photography
1st in Wales for Fashion & Textiles (5th in UK)
(Guardian University League Table 2026)
University of the Year for Teaching Quality 2026 (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide)
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For Apprentices
Swansea College of Art at UWTSD is recognised as one of the UK’s centres of excellence in stained glass. The department has a rich heritage in stained glass education and has an impressive archive of designs spanning 80 years, providing an invaluable teaching resource.
The Architectural Glass Centre (AGC)
The Architectural Glass Centre (AGC) is the commercial arm of the renowned glass department at Swansea College of Art, University of Wales Trinity Saint David.
News
Students from the BA Graphic Design course at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) took part in an inspiring Changemakers employability event this month, titled “Building Your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment.”
UWTSD Fine Art Lecturer Holly Slingsby Co-Curates Swansea Performance Weekend at Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Fine Art lecturer Holly Slingsby and Swansea-based artist Vivian Ross-Smith are set to co-curate Swansea Performance Weekend, a four-day celebration of live performance and moving image at the city’s Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, running from 20 to 23 November 2025.
The Power of Collaboration: How Creative Arts and Industry Partnerships Shape Future-Ready Graduates
Georgia McKie, Programme Manager for Surface Pattern and Textiles at Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, is passionate about preparing students for the realities of the creative industries. In this article, she explores how industry collaboration enriches creative education, develops future-ready graduates, and celebrates the recent partnership between Swansea College of Art and iconic British brand Laura Ashley.
The BA Illustration course at University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD)'s Swansea College of Art, welcomed 22 foundation and third-year students from Gower College Swansea for a hands-on taster day focused on anthropomorphic illustration.
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) apprentice Toby Britton-Watts has been shortlisted for the prestigious Heritage Crafts ‘Trainee of the Year’ Award 2025, recognising outstanding commitment and skill in preserving the UK’s traditional craft heritage.
Students from the Surface Pattern and Textiles course at Swansea College of Art, University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD), are embarking on an exciting new collaboration with iconic British brand Laura Ashley, launched in celebration of what would have been the designer’s 100th birthday.
Events
UCAS Create Your Future
Our Creative degree course will be at UCAS Create Your Future in Manchester today – stand 15
UCAS Create Your Future
Our Creative degree course will be at UCAS Create Your Future in London today – stand 50
Swansea Open Day (Swansea College of Art) UWTSD
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Join us for our Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, open day on 29 November, 2025.
Swansea Open Day (Swansea College of Art) UWTSD
Join us for our Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, open day on 11 October, 2025.
New Designers: Week 2
New Designers: Week 2
Goodwood Festival of Speed
New Designers: Week 2
Fine Art & Photography Exhibition - Copeland Gallery, London
Fine Art & Photography Exhibition - Copeland Gallery, London
Residuum International Conference 2025
Residuum International Conference 2025
Architecture - End of Year Show
Architecture - End of Year Show
Automotive & Transport Design - End of Year Show
Automotive & Transport Design - End of Year Show
