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.
WE OFFER
All o f our courses shar e a common philosophy; to en able individuality, creativ e free dom and acade mic flexibility, all o f which w e believ e ar e essenti al in f inding y our ow n voic e wit hin your chosen creativ e field
SPACE TO GROW
Although w e plac e great importanc e on developing employability skills, w e als o recognis e that a creativ e education i s a voyag e o f self-discovery. We believ e passionately in allowing our student s t ime and spac e to explor e and find the ir own direction and it really is amaz ing what evolves
SPACE TO MAKE
Our friendly campuses are a great plac e to study, and our studios are a hiv e o f activity. We invite our students to make themselves at home and encourag e them to surround themselves with the ir work and inspiration. We encourag e our students to investigate a wide rang e o f processes and practices throughout the ir t ime with us. Many o f our facilities are open access, and available to all students , no matter what cours e you are on
SWANSEA
→ Art & Design Foundation CERT HE
→ Animation & VFX BA (Hons)
→ Architecture BSc (Hons)
→ Automotive & Transport Design BA (Hons)
→ Computer Games Design BA (Hons)
→ Creative Music Technology BA (Hons)
→ Design Crafts: Glass, Ceramics & Jewellery BA (Hons)
→ Documentary Photography & Visual Activism BA (Hons)
→ Film & TV BA (Hons)
→ Fine Art: Studio, Site & Context BA (Hons)
→ Graphic Design BA (Hons)
→ Illustration BA (Hons)
→ Photography in the Arts BA (Hons)
→ Product & Furniture Design BA/BSc (Hons)
→ Surface Pattern & Textiles BA (Hons)
CARMARTHEN
→ Acting BA (Hons)
→ Adventure Filmmaking BA (Hons)
→ Set Design & Production BA (Hons)
CARDIFF
→ Commercial Dance BA (Hons)
→ Musical Theatre BA (Hons)
→ Perfformio BA (Hons)
→ Vocal Performance BMus (Hons)
→ Theatr Gerddorol BA (Hons)
We also offer a variety of Postgraduate courses, please see our website for details.
WHO
Thre e location s across t he Sout h o f Wales, each wit h the ir ow n indiv idual identities, bu t a single share d philosophy.
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES CARMAR THEN
Carmarthen offers a rich and vibrant h ub o f creativit y tha t draw s toget her a uniqu e subject combination o f t he creativ e and performance-based arts. With hi-te ch digital film and media processes w e creat e a learning community that i s dynamic, innovativ e and exciting. T he campus is a creativ e melting-pot f or practitioners and entrepreneurs
SWANSE A COLLEGE OF ART
Swansea is a sea side city and a grea t plac e to liv e and study. It’s full o f possibilities and like-minded people Whether your inspiration comes fr om t he bust le o f city life, or t he tranquillit y o f t he beautiful outdoors, w e hav e it all T he Colleg e o f Art is a close-knit campu s within a wider University; big enough t o offer you t he spac e you need and sm all enough to mak e you feel that you belong
WALES ACADEMY OF VOICE & DRAMATIC ARTS CARDIFF
Building on t he success o f both t he Wale s International Academy o f Voic e and Canolf an Berfformio Cymru, our Cardif f campus i s a hub o f creativity, developing t he actors , singers, dancers, performers and director s o f t he future. T he work et hic o f t he Academ y is based on respect and collaborat ion, our student s wor k wit h renowne d industr y expert s refining their art in readiness for their careers This uniqu e environment offers specialise d industry-focused programmes, with a br oad understanding o f t he creativ e industries
I BELONG HERE, AROUND THESE PEOPLE WHO PUSH AND INSPIRE ME EVERY DAY. “ “
OWAI N DAVIES
WONDERFUL PEOPLE
SVITLANA ULIANYC H
My introduction to this university began with meeting some wonderful people, and I quickly fell in love with the place. The campus constantly reminds me of who I want to become; the posters, drawings, packaging, books, and a touch of creative chaos create an inspiring atmosphere.
STAFF/STUDENT RATIO
NICK SMIT H
The staff to student ratio ensures that as a student you always have access to the best support and guidance throughout your studies. This is something that is not the case at most universities, where the emphasis is more on student numbers.
COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE
CIARA LO NG
I loved the community atmosphere of working in the studio - I didn’t see this at any other University. The broad variety of workshops and skills to be learnt, working on live briefs with external companies all gave the course that realistic look at how life could be post uni.
UNREAL EXPERIENCE
JAC ELSE Y
The lecturers have unreal experience in the field and above all are nice people, friendly to approach, and they will happily help you in any way they can. The friends I’ve made here make me a better person and I truly believe I’ll know them for life.
PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
AIMEE RAYNE R
UWTSD have great industry links and placement opportunities for those who push themselves out of their comfort zone and go for it! The Student Union is also very active and supportive with so much going on across all the campuses.
CAREER FOCUSSED
JOSHUA
KNIGH T
I chose to study at UWTSD due to its clear passion for encouraging creative careers. It’s not often you see a university so keen on promoting careers in the creative industry and that’s something that really drew me to this University and course.
CONFIDENCE
DAVID ALDE N
I wouldn’t be where I am now without my time at UWTSD. My course gave me the skills to communicate my ideas, an amazing knowledge base to build upon, and the confidence to put my work and myself into the Games industry.
SUPPORT
NANCY AKUFFOBE A
UWTSD teaches you what it truly means to be a professional. If you fully commit, there’s so much support and opportunity to help you succeed. From business guidance to creative freedom and honest feedback, the university pushes you to reach your potential.
UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
KIA ELISE BRECKO N
The University offers a unique and enriching educational experience. The experiences you get are incredible and I have never seen them be offered anywhere else which I feel makes the university really special. The focus on employability and strong industry links also provides invaluable practical experience and career opportunities.
WARM SMILES & OPEN HEARTS
CELEST E TURNB ULL
My favourite thing about my course is the lecturers. Welcoming us each day with warm smiles and open hearts, supporting us as we strive to go beyond our comfort zones, and celebrating our achievements no matter how big or small.
SOME OF THE COMPANIES
WE’VE WORKED WITH RECENTLY...
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In 2023 , one o f our graduat ing students, Kira Roberts secure d an internship with PepsiC o at t he annual New Designer s show in London. Fast forwar d a few years, and now in a fullt ime role, Kira has fostere d an exclusiv e partnership. Thr ough this collaboration, student s receiv e workshop briefs, portf olio guidance, and t he chanc e to pit ch their ideas to t he design team a t PepsiCo’s London headquarters Thes e experiences go bey ond building portfolios — they spar k ambition, open profession al doors, and prov ide an inspir ing springboard for t he nex t generation o f creativ e talent
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JAGUAR LAND ROVER
Harr y D e L a Riviere firs t impresse d JLR during a liv e project in his second year, where he and his peers redesigned t he Defender, Rang e Rover, and Discovery. His work caught t he ey e o f Jame s Watkins, a Creativ e Specialist at JLR, who took him under his w ing and sponsored his final project Harry began his professional journey as an Exterior Designer at JLR even before graduating
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As part o f a liv e project dur ing her third year, Emma Lande k and her fellow students wer e tasked with designing t he inter ior o f t he Rolls Royc e ‘Phantom ’ and presenting to t he Bespok e Design team. Her ability to reflec t t he brand’s identity earne d her a 13-month internship with t he Bespok e Interiors Colour and Tr im team at their Goodwood HQ
Students hav e also worked on liv e projects with household name s lik e H&M, and in their final year, they attend New Designers , wher e many hav e g one on to w in awards and secur e jobs
Over t he years, Welsh Nation al Opera hav e supporte d our students in many ways. Each y ear t he Set Design and Product ion students hav e t he opportunit y to attend dress rehearsal s and hav e venu e tours, giving them t he opportunity to se e large-sc ale productions and to network wit h t he staff. Jevon Mckenna Jone s who did a work placement wit h WNO in 2023 went on to work f or t he company full t ime as a tour ing stag e technician
Our Cardif f Provision is base d in clos e proximity and a numb er o f our staf f work as mu sic staff , languag e coaches and directors
PEPSI DRINKS & SNACKS
ROLLS ROYCE
WELSH NATIONAL OPERA
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BBC WALES
Our Performing Arts student s regularly collaborat e wit h BBC Wales at the ir home in Central Cardiff. Students ge t t he opportunity to work wit h a professional TV Direct or and spend a c ouple o f days at t he studios in Porth Teigr wher e they learn t he skills for T V Acting. This experienc e open s up opportunities for networking a s well as performing at t he heart o f t he creativ e sc ene in t he city.
DOWNS MERRIFIELD
Seeing how designs c ome t o lif e in t he built environmen t gav e our final year Architectur e students a deeper appreciat ion for t he practical challenge s and considerations that Architect s face. Their t ime with t he RSAW (Royal Society o f Architect s) in Wales, Student Mentor ing S cheme placed each studen t with an architectural practic e in Wales, which gav e t hem a greater understanding o f t he r ole Architectur e plays in shap ing communities and t he everyda y issues o f lif e in practice .
7. NIKON
This year, Nikon generousl y loane d approximatel y £15,00 0 worth o f camera gear t o our students, supporte d them through pitching the ir ideas and offered v aluable professional feedback .
9. NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF WALES
We shar e both staf f and spac e with t he Nation al Danc e Company, regularl y using the ir home bas e at t he Danc e Hous e in t he Wale s Millennium Centr e a s a venu e for our performances
8. SKY CREATIVE
Our relationship with Sk y spans many year s and has involved numerou s graduates. It’s inspiring f or students to visit Sky Studio s and se e t he possibilities f or their futur e careers .
10. MONKI
Surfac e Pattern & Textile s students each produce d an individual collection o f beautiful textiles in answ er to t he bespok e brie f se t by t he Swedish fas hion brand Monki
INTERNSHIPS
In t he past year w e hav e supported t he most divers e rang e o f internships to date
With financial suppor t and a network o f partners , our students hav e been work ing with agencies, charitie s and small companies to g ain inv aluable work experienc e whilst studying
Most recently, companie s such a s Ginger & Tal l hav e supported students work ing with national charities; u sing good design to chang e lives. We hav e also offere d a 'creativ e industries review ' wher e industry practitioner s tutor you through t he process o f setting up y our own business
EXCITING THINGS TO COME
Many o f our courses ar e gearing up for exciting ne w partnerships with renowne d companies in 2026
Surfac e Pattern is set t o embark on a fantast ic collaboration with Laura Ashley, delving int o and responding to their archives , and Graphic Design aim s to build on its exist ing relationship with PepsiC o through collaborativ e workshops and studio visits
Plans ar e well underway f or our annual Design Wee k festival, along side a rang e o f engaging communit y and outreach projects designe d to help students showcas e their work to t he wider world
We’r e also thrilled abou t a partnership which at t ime o f printing is currentl y under wraps—follow us on soci al media for update s and announcements !
We have some of the highest contact hours in the UK
We get to know our students, and their ambitions
We stay connected with our students way after they graduate
We ar e very proud to say that w e hav e graduates in employment all across t he world. Many o f them stay in touch to le t us know what they ar e up to, feed int o our teaching through workshop s and guest lectures, as well as offering t he next wav e o f graduates employmen t opportunities as they mov e upward s in their places o f work. Her e ar e just a fe w examples o f their recent successes ...
ALUMNI IN HIGH PLACES
BLOOMSBURY
KARL MOUNTFORD
Since graduating, Karl has established a highly successful career in illustration. He’s launched his own Author-illustrated titles, including The Circles in the Sky and A Voice in the Storm , and more recently collaborated with major publishers Bloomsbury and Scholastic on an allsinging, all-dancing adaptation of Harry Potter. Karl’s career is truly soaring.
TIME MAGAZINE
MIKKO TAKKUNEN
T he y ear he graduated, Mikko wa s named ‘Young Photographer o f t he Year’ by t he Society o f Finnish Pres s Photographers. Sinc e then, he’s worke d with major clients lik e T he Financi al Times and T he New York Times. No w based in New York, he’s an Associat e Pictur e Editor at TIME magazine
Image courtesy of www.harrypotter.com
MCLAREN
LEGO
ROLLS ROYCE
Recen t graduat e Rebecc a Davie s secure d a 12-month paid internship at Roll s Royce, awarded through a liv e projec t undertaken during her degree. Wit hin months s he c ame back to us to r un an exciting liv e project with our Surfac e Pattern students. It was such a prou d moment to se e Rebecca as part o f the ir team, and wonderful to hear her shar ing her experienc e with t he current students
From t he first day Patrick showe d great passion, a h umble attitude , t he willingness to learn and super b commitment. It was no surpris e to u s that Patrick was selected by Forbe s Magaz ine in t he 30 under 30 Europe : industry category and tha t he is go ing to shap e s ome o f t he most prestigiou s British dream cars o f t he future
Soon after graduating, Mat steppe d into his dream job with Lego at the ir Denmark HQ. H e spent his first fe w years designing Minifigures and ot her decorated elements as a Graphic Designer, and mor e recently bec ame their Brand Design Specialist. This y ear Mat and his team celebrat e w inning not one, but two D&AD design awards f or their work on t he LEGO rebrand
WEST END
SKY CREATIVE
TEN STUDENTS + COUNTING
Sky hav e now employed ten o f our graduates in t he past ten years , a connection w e ar e really proud of Our graduates hav e a hand in many o f t he graphics being beamed in t o our homes - from branding for their King’s coronation coverage, to t he exit poll s for t he 202 4 election, this is a fas t paced and really exciting enviromen t to work as a Graphic Designer
We stay connected, and they off er workshop s and stu dio visit s each year
Sinc e graduating Becky has worke d for a variety o f prestigious companie s and shows, including Disney cruise, Si x t he Musical in t he West End, For Bl ack Boys at t he Garrick Theatre, Hello Doll y at T he London Palladium and now s he is deputy head o f wardrob e for Singin ’ in t he Rain in Dubai .
Last year, Mat and his team won two coveted D&AD Awards for their beautiful LEGO rebrand.
PATRICK CARTON
MAT BOYLE
BECKY ELLARD
REBECCA DAVIES
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DESK SPACES
We invit e our students to mak e themselves a t home and encourag e them to surround themselves wit h their work and inspiration. Many o f our courses prov ide invidual des k spaces, whilst others work in subjec t specif ic areas
CAMPUS
Our friendly campuses ar e a grea t plac e to study, and our studios ar e a hiv e o f activity. We prov ide t he spac e needed to really div e in and gets to grips with your discipline. We encourag e students to mak e full us e o f our wonderful facilities
OPEN STUDIOS
We respect and celebrate our traditions, which is why we hav e retained lots o f traditional equipmen t in areas such as ceramics, printmak ing and photography. Thes e workshop s welc ome students from all courses
STUDIOS
SPECIALIST FACILITIES
Many o f our cours e areas also benefit fr om specialist facilities such as t he Automotiv e clay studio, and t he Photography light ing studio. Thes e spaces offer students constan t access to t he equipment they need to lear n t he tru e craft behind their subject
COMMUNITY
Swansea Colleg e o f Art is a close-kni t campu s wit hin a w ider University ; b ig enough to offer you t he spac e you need and sm all enough to mak e you feel that you be long
COLLABORATION
Being part o f our creativ e communit y offers wonderful opportunities to forg e friendships, collaborators and connection s in t he industry you step out into. Wit h so many o f our workshops being op en to students from all courses, there' s always scop e for joint project s and cross-cours e collaboration
From wood t o metal, ceramic s to print, w e hav e a hug e rang e o f excellen t facilities . Her e is jus t a small selection .
TRADITIONA L WORKSHOP S
PRINTMAKING
Our printrooms ar e home t o a w ide rang e o f tradition al processes; from etching t o silkscreen printing, letterpres s to risograph t he possibilitie s ar e endless. T he printmak ing department’s doors ar e op en to any student, no matter wha t cours e they ar e on - w hich makes this plac e really special
LETTERPRESS ROOM
We hold over 150 cases o f traditional type, and a numb er o f printing presses f or all sizes. Ther e is a real sens e o f reflection in this space, and i t gives students t he chanc e t o slow down and perfect a craft
AUTO CLAY STUDIO
We believ e that underst anding form through t he us e o f Automotiv e clay is crucial in t he learning process o f any aspir ing designer. That’s why our stateof-the-art clay studio is equippe d with industry standard tool s and will giv e our students t he opportunity to learn this fantast ic hands-on process
DARKROOM
Historical print workshops allo w students to creatively explor e t he chemical photographic process. Wet plat e collo dion is a popular favourite, wher e images ar e developed ont o aluminium or glass plates
METALWORK STUDIO
From delicat e ornament al jewellery to large-sc ale material sculpt ing our practical workshops off er students a variety o f way s to shape, cut and construc t their creativ e pieces
FABRIC LAB
Including a textiles scre en printing room and dy e lab , which facilitates colourat ion and pattern applicat ion on a breadth o f substrates u sing traditional and contemporar y colour approaches
CERAMICS
Our dedicated ceramic space s ar e home to both Ceramic & Glass kilns, as well as throw ing wheels, acid bays, plaster ro om and slip casting facilities. Jo in us for our annual 'throw down' and raku firing events
STAINED GLASS
We hav e an impressiv e histor y when it comes to Staine d Glass. We ar e no w home to T he Architectural Glas s Centre, with a team o f industr y professionals work ing on exciting restoration projects
3D PRODUCTION
Our workshops specialis e in material based threedimensional construct ion and design, including re sin and plaster casting, glass for ming and processing, sandblasting , enamelling, cutting, turning , and 3D printing
JEWELLERY
T he Alex building offer s dedicated Jewellery benche s and specialist hand tool s in our fully fitted jeweller y workshop for soldering , finishing and polishing
Here is a summary of what our other campuses have to offer. Please pick up a copy of the Creative Industries issue for further information.
CARMARTHEN OFFERS:
Our Carmarthen workshop s hav e all t he spac e require d to construct and build , full sc ale Film, T V and Theatrical sets. Ther e i s a rang e o f profession al level construction tool s from Festool, facilities f or polycarving, resin casting , sc enic painting, welding , prop making and larg e sc ale puppetry work
Our spaces ar e flex ible and can easily b e reconfigure d to accommodat e taugh t sessions, liv e project s and host t he professional crew s o f film companies
CARDIFF OFFERS:
Based in Haywood hous e our students study ing in Cardif f hav e access t o several rehearsal studios , including a danc e stu dio with Harlequin danc e floor, port able mirrors and Balle t Barres along with a Yamah a PA system and stag e piano, a recital ro om and a computer lab all wit hin walking distanc e o f t he cit y centre
Digital technological innovation i s constantly developing t he ways tha t creatives push t he boundaries o f the ir disciplines. Thes e state-of-the-art space s allow t he students to produc e their work t o contemporary commercial frameworks .
LATEST TECH
IMMERSIVE SPACES
Our state-of-the-art immersiv e rooms allow students t o experienc e immersiv e virtual reality and 360° imagery Our Automotiv e design students recently used thi s
Our lighting studio housed in t he photography department i s home to a f ull spectrum o f processes. This includes a specialist colour-managed digital suit e with high resolution film scanners and larg e format printing .
Our digital suites ar e packed with t he latest machines and industr y standard software. We hav e a number o f fully equipped digital m ac suite s across our campuses
VIRTUAL REALITY
Our students ar e using VR to Sketch and design directly on an engineer ing package, to creat e virtual 3D models and to evaluat e interior & exterior designs
ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES
Our students hav e access to t he lates t in printing, cutting and fabricat ing technologies. So, whether you want t o build, forge, throw, print or capture, w e hav e you covered .
MAC LABS
IMAGE CAPTURE
Each year w e host a w ide rang e o f events from s olo and cours e exhibitions t o our ann ual summe r show s & graduat e performances .
SUMMER SHOWS
SWANSEA & LONDON
For over 160 years w e hav e exhibite d
t he very best talent from our rang e o f leading art, design and medi a courses. Our annual summer show s promis e to b e a series o f excit ing and colourful events that showcas e everything our students hav e to offer Our shows tak e plac e in variou s venues, and our opening night i s definitel y one for t he calend ar!
T he shows giv e our student s a professional platform to shar e the ir creativity with t he world, celebrate s their hard work, and connects t hem with t he industries they ar e about t o enter. Thes e exhibitions ar e a prou d showcas e o f emerging talen t and a testament to t he transformativ e pow er o f creativ e education .
NEW DESIGNERS
Each year, a number o f our course s head up to London to exhibit in t he New Designers event in Islington. Thi s is a wonderful opportunity to get y our work out there, and to meet potenti al employers. In t he last few year s our students hav e won many o f t he high-prof ile awards given out by t he sponsors including Laura Ashley, Sky, Disney and T he Scienc e Museum
COPELAND GALLERY LONDON
This annual London Exhibit ion present s our Fine Art & Photograph y students with a v aluable chanc e to engag e with a w ide audience , including key industry professionals . This event allows them to showcas e their creativ e practice, thereby rai sing their prof ile as emerging artist s and fostering important networks that w ill support their futur e careers .
CARMARTHEN & CARDIFF:
STAGE SHOWS
T he highlight o f an y performing arts programme is t he graduating shows
At both Cardif f and Carmarthen, w e stag e a number o f production s which gives t he student s an opportunity to apply t he skills developed during t he cours e whilst working wit h a professional direct or and creativ e team
This y ear ’s celebrat ion included performances , films, talks/workshops , models, scenery, prop s and artefacts all create d by our students
SCREENINGS
Whether screening film s in spaces such as Yr Egin studios or t he Dyl an Thomas Centre, present ing work externally at venue s including t he Nation al Bot anic Garden o f Wales , or holding screenings a t theatres such as t he Lyr ic Carmarthen and t he Ffwrne s Llanelli, thes e experience s bring your creativ e vision t o lif e on a bigger stage
AOI SPOTLIGHT AWAR D
ELLIE JONE S
LAURA ASHLEY AWAR D
A prestigious honour from the iconic design house, crafting exceptional wallcoverings since 1875.
HALLMARK AWAR D JODIE CHU NG
N SDC ASSOCIATE PRIZ E
Ellie was recognised for her industryready portfolio by the Association of Illustrators
AIMEE RAYNE R
This prestigious award included a placement, and the opportunity for Laura Ashley to purchase artwork.
Jodie’s vibrant and playful 'Memory Mart' earned her a paid internship with the major greetings card company.
WEARABL E AR T AWAR D AGNES OLA H
work
innovation
Aimee was recognised by the Society of Dyers and Colourists for her use of colour for commercial and therapeutic purposes.
BLACK HISTORY AWAR D
Jesse won the ‘Creating The Remarkable’ Award at London's New Designers.
S 'REMARKABLE ' AWAR D
NATIONAL GEOGRAP HIC CAITLIN LONGDO N
Caitlin was awarded a bursary from National Geographic during her final year with us.
SKY CREATIVE AWAR D
ERIN JEFFERY S
Sky recognised Erin's thirst to progress craft and execution to the next level.
Agi’s
‘beneath’ won the
award on the catwalk at this international fashion show in New Zealand.
PODIUM FINISH
We actively encourag e our student s to embrac e external opportunitie s throughout their studies. Our student s consistently win awards, reflect ing the ir talent , dedication , and t he suppor t they receiv e during their t ime with us .
SOPHIE FRANCI S 17
Sophie got a ‘Shout Out’ from Pentland Brands.
Joseff got a ‘Love This’ from LMC Design.
Corey got a 'Shout Out' from Pentland Brands.
Disney loved Solene’s storytelling .
Evan was awarded for his ‘bold, original designs’.
LAGO M DESIG N AWAR D
EVAN ELIA S
Lucy recieved a 'ShoutOut' from Pepsi at this year's New Designers.
Lily gained recognition from the huge homeware retailer.
STANIFORT H
Susan received a 'love' token from for her graduate collection. DISNE Y SOLENE PARKE R
SUSAN DOW N
RECENT NEWS
At UWTSD, w e tak e grea t pr ide in our vibrant creativ e community, which has been flourishing sinc e t he establishment o f our Ar t School in t he 1850s .
LIFESTYLE BRAND LAUNCH
Graphic Design celebrate a further three winners at the global Creative Conscience awards. This makes a total of ten winners in the past three years. Their wonderful work can be seen at: creative-conscience.org.uk
A collective of artists, activists, educators, researchers, students, makers, and curators have come together to develop initiatives and events centred around sustainable textile practices. Key themes include examining ‘who made our fabric’ and ‘who made our clothes,’ with a focus on repairing and remaking textiles.
Stacey Poultney, artist and glass practitioner based in our Alex building, has been selected to exhibit his glasswork at the 5th International Biennale of Glass, which will be held at the National Gallery in Sofia, Bulgaria. This prestigious event showcases the most innovative and boundary-pushing contemporary glass artists from around the world.
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY
Led by renowned German artist Doris Graf, this project invited participants to creatively capture their impressions of Swansea through drawing, capturing the essence of the city as seen through its diverse population.
COLE & SON AWARD
Surface Pattern & Textiles student Mini Sharma McLachlan, was awarded £1,500 by leading British interiors and wallpaper brand Cole & Son at this years New Designers event. Known globally for its distinctive and innovative designs, the brand recognised Mini for her exceptional drawing skills, beautifully presented sketchbooks, and a refined, dynamic pattern collection.
Graphic Design students celebrate the launch of a new social campaign for Elsie & Marj, a lifestyle and gifting brand rooted in family heritage and meaningful storytelling. The project involved 20 students tackling a professional brief set by company founder, Claire Gaffey. At the conclusion of the project, secondyear student Svitlana Ulianych's work was chosen to shape the brand’s visual identity.
GLASS ARCHIVE
UWTSD is delighted to announce the launch of the Swansea Stained Glass Online Archive, a newly digitised and searchable collection of hundreds of stained glass panels created by students at Swansea College of Art over the past five decades.
WOODLAND TRUST MURAL
A once unremarkable concrete wall at Woodland Trust’s Brynau Farm in Neath has been transformed into a vibrant and inspiring piece of art, thanks to Ellie Jones of BA Illustration. The project was the result of a creative partnership between the Woodland Trust and Swansea College of Art.
25 staff and students travelled to China for a two-week cultural and educational exchange hosted by Beijing Union University, a longstanding partner of UWTSD. The itinerary featured a rich mix of cultural and academic activities, including visits to landmark sites, bespoke workshops, hands-on creative sessions and language classes
ARCHITECTURAL EXCELLENCE AI IN EDUCATION
The School of Architecture recently held its much-anticipated End of Year Show, once again affirming its commitment to design, innovation, and technical rigour. With the continued expansion of the course and a vibrant student community, the Swansea School of Architecture is fast becoming a centre of Architectural excellence in Wales.
UWTSD is set to host the Welsh Collective: AI in Education Conference 2025, a two-day online event bringing together leaders in education, technology, and policy to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence. This conference will feature a line-up of expert contributors from across the UK and internationally.
SCAN HERE TO VIEW THE FILM ABOUT THIS YEAR'S CULTURAL EXCHANGE:
CHINA EXCHANGE VISIT
UWTSD once again achieved outstanding recognition in The Times’ analysis of the National Student Survey (NSS), ranking 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK. This builds on the University’s continued success and reflects the strength of the learning experience, personal support, and community. The analysis draws on responses from over 357,000 final-year undergraduates across the UK and uses a consistent ‘overall positivity’ score to compare institutions.
Gabriel Turnell celebrated his graduation from the Adventure Filmmaking course having won the Tudor Bevan Award for his contribution to the Creative Arts in Wales. Looking ahead, Gabriel plans to launch his final year work into physical shops - we can’t wait to see what he does next.
A striking new stained-glass window, designed and created by Swansea College of Art artist and lecturer Christian Ryan AMGP, has been installed at Cornerstone in Cardiff. The artwork was commissioned to commemorate the centenary of the international maritime charity Stella Maris and to honour Welsh merchant seamen and women who served during the Second World War.
The Photography Department at Swansea College of Art hosted 'Soft Cover', a day-long celebration of the photobook as a dynamic medium for contemporary photographic practice. Soft Cover continues a long-standing tradition of championing photobook innovation. The event brought together students, alumni, staff, and members of the public in celebration of photographic experimentation and international creative exchange.
Third-year BA Adventure Filmmaking students embarked on an exciting collaboration with renowned camera manufacturer Nikon as part of their Client Project module. As part of the collaboration, students participated in a hands-on workshop led by Nikon representatives and freelance filmmaker Bruno Murari, where they worked with cutting-edge mirrorless Z mount cameras, including the Z9, Zf, and even Nikon’s newest cinema lens, yet to be released to the public at the time.
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Aimee Rayner was selected to exhibit her work in the Art in Bloom open exhibition at Brighton’s Liberation Art Gallery. Nestled in the heart of the historic Brighton lanes, the Gallery is the UK’s first traumainformed art space, dedicated to blending artistic expression with mental health support.
Final year Product & Furniture Design student Lewis Parry to ok on a bold self-directed project : to design a bespoke chair for an iconic location. He wrote to a range o f British institutions and waited. Eight months and over 2,500 design documents later, Lewis found himsel f standing before representatives o f one o f the UK’s most historic landmarks , Westminster Abbey, presenting the chair that would become the culmination o f his degree
You can’t miss the creative talent s o f illustration student Nanc y Akuffobea, which are currentl y displayed in the heart o f Swansea’s city centre on an 8 x 3 metre public art initiative. This is change d each term, with a different student aiming to both challenge and inspire audiences
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First-year Architecture students won first prize in an international design competition set by the Students Climate Action Network. With an impressive 137 entries submitted from across 11 countries, the winning proposal - ‘Tangled Roots’ - stood out to the esteemed jury for its elegance, adaptability, and powerful message
Swansea College of Art hosts an exhibition celebrating the artistry, skills, and innovation of its dedicated technical staff. This unique showcase brings to light the exceptional talents of individuals who play a vital role in supporting students and shaping the creative environment of the college.
TRENDING RECORDS
The photography staff dress up as Blondie for their annual staff photo.
Huw's celebratory work transforms university campus.
Ruth illustrates the fragility of life in densely occupied buildings.
Concept aircraft developed for Red Bull Air Racing 2030.
Winning work modelled by Jacinda Ardern in global fashion show.
Beach transformed into artwork for an alien landing.
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