Welcome to Swansea! Between moving into halls, figuring out where Fulton Outfitters is, and discovering Wind Street, you’ll soon hear a lot about Swansea Students’ Union. But what exactly is it, and why should you care?
Here’s everything you need to know about your SU and how it’s here to make your student life better.
Who Are We?
Your Students’ Union is run by students, for students. That means everything we do is about making your uni experience the best it can be.
We’re here to represent you, support you, and give you opportunities to get involved, whether that’s through societies, sports, events, or support services.
Think of us as your one-stop shop for fun, community, and advice.
Your 2025-2026 FTO Team
Full-Time Officers are elected by you to make your experience the best it can be. Your FTO team for this academic year are:
- Carys Dukes President
- Katie Wilkinson Education Officer
- Maddy Jones Societies and Services Officer
- Melody Lin Welfare Officer
- Robbie Richards Sports Officer
- Tanwen Moon Welsh Affairs Officer
Click here to find out more about what your FTOs are working on this year!
Societies & Sports
Want to try something new, or keep doing what you love? With 150+ societies and over 50 sports clubs, there’s something for everyone. From Anime to Archery, Baking to Basketball, joining a society is the easiest way to meet like-minded friends.
Pro tip: Freshers’ Fayre is the place to sign up - bring your email and enthusiasm
Big Events
The SU knows how to throw a party. From Freshers’ Week to GWA Wednesdays and the legendary Varsity (where Swansea and Cardiff go head-to-head), you’ll never be short of things to do.
Whether you’re into nights out, live music, or cultural festivals, the SU calendar is stacked. Why not check out our What's On page?
Spaces You’ll Love
The SU also runs spaces you’ll use every week:
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Costcutter – your supermarket, right on campus
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JCs – the SU café/bar where coffee, snacks, and socials collide
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Fulton Outfitters – your go-to for Swansea Uni merch
Every purchase supports student services, so shopping here = supporting your experience.
Advice & Support Centre
University life isn’t always smooth sailing, and that’s okay. The SU’s Advice and Support Centre is here if you need help with:
It’s free, confidential, and run by trained advisors who get what students go through.
Why It Matters
Your SU isn’t just a building - it’s your voice on campus.
Every year, students elect representatives who make sure your views shape university decisions. So if something’s not right, your SU is here to fight your corner.
Get Involved Today
The more you put in, the more you’ll get out. Sign up for a society, grab a latte at JCs, pop into the Advice Centre, or run to be a student rep.
This is your Swansea journey, and your Students’ Union is here every step of the way.
Check out more at swansea-union.co.uk.