Swansea University
Total, Wales
How much do Swansea University graduates earn by subject?
Swansea University graduates earn a median salary of £31,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medicine and dentistry at £54,000, while Media, journalism and communications graduates earn £25,200.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £30,000 | £31,500 | £40,500 |
| Economics | £28,000 | £24,500 | £31,500 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
| Medical sciences | - | £27,500 | £32,500 |
| Business and management | £28,000 | £25,000 | £32,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | - | £25,000 | £32,000 |
| Allied health | £29,000 | £32,000 | £37,500 |
| Politics | £24,000 | £21,000 | £29,000 |
| Health and social care | £29,000 | £20,500 | £28,500 |
| Biosciences | £22,500 | £22,500 | £27,500 |
| Psychology | £26,000 | £22,000 | £26,500 |
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 Swansea University?
In 2024, Swansea University received 35,190 applications and accepted 9,155 students, giving an acceptance rate of 26.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Swansea University?
90% of Swansea University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 23 subjects with median salaries ranging from £25,200 to £54,000. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | 93.2% | £54,000 |
| Computing | 84.4% | £44,200 |
| Economics | 86.6% | £43,400 |
| Engineering | 89.4% | £38,700 |
| Materials and technology | 86% | £38,300 |
| Medical sciences | 97.1% | £38,000 |
| Physics and astronomy | 86% | £35,400 |
| Business and management | 90.4% | £33,900 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.5% | £33,200 |
| Mathematical sciences | 84.6% | £32,500 |
| Allied health | 90.5% | £31,800 |
| Politics | 87.9% | £31,800 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 91.7% | £31,400 |
| Languages and area studies | 86.8% | £30,300 |
| Health and social care | 88.2% | £29,900 |
| Law | 90% | £29,900 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 89.6% | £29,700 |
| Biosciences | 86.4% | £28,800 |
| Psychology | 84.6% | £27,400 |
| History and archaeology | 90.2% | £27,400 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 89.4% | £25,900 |
| English studies | 88.8% | £25,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 86.2% | £25,200 |
* 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 Medicine and dentistry £54,000
- 2 Computing £44,200
- 3 Economics £43,400
- 4 Engineering £38,700
- 5 Materials and technology £38,300
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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