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Swansea College of Art

Swansea College of Art

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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Professor Sue Williams, Programme Manager of Fine Art: Studio Site & Context at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s (UWTSD) Swansea College of Art, will showcase her work as part of Portrait and Power, a major exhibition opening at the National Library of Wales from 1 November 2025 to 30 May 2026.

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Three Swansea College of Art, University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s (UWTSD) graduates have been shortlisted for the Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2025, the world’s largest online platform celebrating emerging creative talent.

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Vibhor Sharma, Senior Lecturer in Automotive and Transport Design at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD), has co-authored a new paper analysing the evolving trends in aftermarket car customisation, an industry where drivers modify and personalise vehicles after purchase.

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A graduate of University of Wales Trinity Saint David's Swansea College of Art has had her work launched by major British brand, Laura Ashley and displayed at their new flagship store.

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Two students from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme have achieved international recognition, winning Silver Awards at the prestigious Creative Conscience 2025 Awards. The competition, which celebrates creativity for social and environmental change, attracts entries from across the globe, making this double success an outstanding achievement for the students and the university.

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Events

UCAS Create Your Future

Manchester Central Convention Complex, , Manchester
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Our Creative degree course will be at UCAS Create Your Future in Manchester today – stand 15

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UCAS Create Your Future

Lonodn Excel , London
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Our Creative degree course will be at UCAS Create Your Future in London today – stand 50

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Swansea Open Day (Swansea College of Art) UWTSD

Swansea College of Art, Swansea
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Join us for our Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, open day on 29 November, 2025.

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Swansea Open Day (Swansea College of Art) UWTSD

Swansea College of Art, Swansea
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Join us for our Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, open day on 11 October, 2025.

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New Designers: Week 2

Business Design Centre Ltd, London
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New Designers: Week 2

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Goodwood Festival of Speed

Business Design Centre Ltd, London
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New Designers: Week 2

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Fine Art & Photography Exhibition - Copeland Gallery, London 

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Residuum International Conference 2025

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
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Residuum International Conference 2025

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Architecture - End of Year Show

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
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Architecture - End of Year Show

Architecture - End of Year Show

Automotive & Transport Design  - End of Year Show

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
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Automotive & Transport Design  - End of Year Show

Automotive & Transport Design  - End of Year Show