School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics

Biological Sciences at Swansea University is ranked Top 350 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Physics at Swansea University is ranked Top 300 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Through our highly ranked postgraduate degrees, we strive our graduates to become inspiring individuals, and to pursue fulfilling careers or research opportunities by gaining a deeper understanding of the vastness of our cosmos and quantum universe, or by navigating how to address the global challenges we face in our ever-changing world on an environmental, sociological and political level.

Studying at the School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics, you will explore the intricacies of the remarkable natural world we live in, but also how delicate and how everything in our physical and social world is interconnected and can be enormously affected by human impact, social changes, and environmental shifts.

Increase Your Employability

We have a dedicated Science Employability Team to support and prepare you for your future career. From mock interviews/interview advice to CV and cover letter reviews, advice for assessment centres, and suggestions for where to source placements and graduate jobs.

Find out more about how we are supporting our current students

State-Of-The-Art Facilities & Stunning Location

With world-class research centres, purpose-built suites of laboratories, and a city surrounded by parkland and coastline, such as the Gower Peninsula where diverse habitats are located, Swansea really is an outstanding place to study, conduct research and make the most of student living.

Science at Swansea boasts of some of the most advanced facilities and equipment that students can use. From our fully equipped £1.3M custom-designed catamaran-class survey vessel which can carry 25 passengers for inshore or offshore research, to a £4.2M suite of laboratories and specialised culture facilities such as temperature rooms and greenhouses.

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Research With a Real Impact

The research conducted at Swansea is diverse, multidisciplinary, and recognised as being world-leading. This has been made possible by not only our researchers and colleagues, but also the students who debate and challenge the ideas that are always bubbling here. The amount of talent, knowledge and potential at Swansea Science is truly outstanding.

From Biodiversity and Ecosystems to Glaciology, Critical Human Geography, Quantum Physics and much more, our extensive list of research groups and themes is testament to the vast amount of knowledge and experience that students can draw upon here at Swansea.

What Our Students Say

Thomas Perks, Associated British Ports Marine Environmental Research (MSc Geographic Information and Climate Change)

“I chose this course because of the specific course content. Completing my dissertation in partnership with an external company enabled me to develop skills that have been vital for the development of my career in the marine consulting sector.”

Podcast Series: Exploring Global Problems

Listen to our popular podcast series and get a taste of the ground-breaking research being lead by our amazing academics at Swansea. Learn about how Swansea University is leading the way in tackling a variety of global challenges, including climate change, clean energy, and building a sustainable future.

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“Some really thought provoking topics (diverse range even across the two episodes I’ve listened to so far) from a range of speakers which is good to see, I hope this continues. Hopefully the start of a long and successful series from Swansea University!”
By saphiamarie via Apple Podcasts | United Kingdom

Inclusivity – Improving Inclusion For All

Swansea is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff and students, whereby all people can reach their full potential.

Find out more about what we do with Athena Swan, empowering women in Science, creating a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination, and other ways we celebrate diversity.