Why study through the medium of Welsh

The Great hall on the Bay Campus with the letters Abertawe

We have Welsh-medium provision in every faculty

Students studying Welsh-medium provision are supported by Academi Hywel Teifi

It is possible to study through the medium of Welsh across a wide range of subjects - we have provision in every facu;ty.

When you leave school or college, continuing to study through the medium of Welsh will give you the best education. There are opportunities for students who are confident and fluent in the language as well as opportunities for those who are less confident or are learners. There is something that will suit everyone: from degree courses which are completely through the medium of Welsh to courses where some modules are offered in Welsh, or in some departments it is possible to have Welsh language seminars and tutorials for modules which are mainly taught through the medium of English.

You have a right to present coursework and sit exams through the medium of Welsh, even if you have chosen to complete courses through the medium of English. By continuing to study your course completely or partly through the medium of Welsh, you will develop your skills in two languages - Welsh and English - which will open doors for you when you leave the university.

Hi, I'm Tanwen your Students' Union Welsh Affairs Officer!

Tanwen is originally from Drefach, Carmarthenshire, and studied BSc Sport and Exercise Science. As a passionate Welsh speaker, she’s committed to celebrating and strengthening the Welsh language, culture, and identity across all aspects of campus life.

During her time at Swansea, she’s been actively involved with the university’s cheerleading team - Swansea Sirens - where she also served as Social Media Secretary in 2023/24. In her final year, she completed a Sports Science and Therapy internship with Scarlets Rugby, combining her love of rugby, fitness, and wellbeing with academic experience. She also runs her own small sports therapy business, Moon’s Massage.

Outside of university life, Tanwen’s all about balance - whether it’s a walk with her beagle, Bydi, keeping active, or enjoying a boogie in Bambu after a GWA Wednesday! Through her role, she hopes to make Welsh a more visible, natural, and inclusive part of everyday student life - supporting everyone from fluent speakers to enthusiastic learners.