University of South Wales
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How much do University of South Wales graduates earn by subject?
University of South Wales graduates earn a median salary of £26,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Architecture, building and planning at £50,000, while English studies graduates earn £21,200.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | - | £38,000 | £45,500 |
| Engineering | £28,000 | £28,500 | £35,000 |
| Computing | £25,000 | £24,500 | £30,500 |
| Chemistry | £26,500 | £23,500 | £28,500 |
| Allied health | - | £28,500 | £33,500 |
| Business and management | £27,500 | £21,500 | £26,500 |
| Biosciences | £24,000 | £20,500 | £25,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £23,000 | £19,000 | £23,500 |
| Education and teaching | £21,500 | £19,500 | £23,500 |
| Health and social care | - | £22,500 | £30,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £23,000 | £18,500 | £23,500 |
| History and archaeology | - | £18,500 | £23,000 |
| Performing arts | - | £22,000 | £28,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of South Wales?
In 2024, University of South Wales received 18,865 applications and accepted 4,540 students, giving an acceptance rate of 24.1%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of South Wales?
85% of University of South Wales graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 24 subjects with median salaries ranging from £21,200 to £50,000. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | 96.6% | £50,000 |
| Engineering | 91.8% | £41,100 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.9% | £36,100 |
| Mathematical sciences | 93.8% | £34,300 |
| Materials and technology | 100% | £33,600 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 88.6% | £33,200 |
| Computing | 85.5% | £33,000 |
| Chemistry | 92.1% | £30,700 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 86.5% | £29,900 |
| Allied health | 75.9% | £28,800 |
| Business and management | 85.1% | £28,500 |
| Biosciences | 92.6% | £26,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 86.4% | £26,600 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 90.4% | £25,700 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 100% | £25,600 |
| Education and teaching | 89.2% | £25,200 |
| Health and social care | 89.8% | £25,000 |
| Psychology | 89.6% | £24,800 |
| Creative arts and design | 83.9% | £24,500 |
| Law | 88.9% | £24,100 |
| History and archaeology | 84.1% | £24,100 |
| Performing arts | 89.1% | £24,000 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 88.7% | £23,900 |
| English studies | 79.7% | £21,200 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Architecture, building and planning £50,000
- 2 Engineering £41,100
- 3 Nursing and midwifery £36,100
- 4 Mathematical sciences £34,300
- 5 Materials and technology £33,600
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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