Swansea University

Notable UK charity

Also known as: Prifysgol Abertawe

The University advances learning and knowledge by teaching and research, and engages in activities to promote and contribute to cultural, social and economic development within Wales and beyond.

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Activities & Mission

The University advances learning and knowledge by teaching and research, and engages in activities to promote and contribute to cultural, social and economic development within Wales and beyond.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

City Of Swansea

Financial Information

Latest Income

£325,645,000

Latest Expenditure

£373,030,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 111.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 96% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M (sample: 137). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.1%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 87% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £460,000

Charitable Activities £328,373,000

Other Trading £0

Investments £4,804,000

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £372,945,388

Raising Funds £84,612

Governance £166,000

Grants to Institutions £1,215,169

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£325,645,000	£373,030,000	£372,945,388	£292,824,000	£284,226,000	3448 / 76
2024	£381,610,000	£298,779,000	£298,726,062	£327,356,000	£319,498,000	3661 / 97
2023	£412,628,000	£348,691,000	£348,618,588	£247,015,000	£239,490,000	3714 / 90
2022	£340,086,000	£447,629,000	£447,567,085	£163,917,000	£157,739,000	3546 / 131
2021	£360,665,000	£332,920,000	£332,920,000	£219,798,000	£212,937,000	3627 / 154

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Swansea University

What does Swansea University do?

The University advances learning and knowledge by teaching and research, and engages in activities to promote and contribute to cultural, social and economic development within Wales and beyond.

How much income did Swansea University report in 2025?

Swansea University reported total income of £325.64m and reported expenditure of £373.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Swansea University?

Swansea University has a program ratio of 111.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M (sample of 137 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Swansea University registered as a charity?

Swansea University was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 October 2010 as charity number 1138342. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Swansea University?

Swansea University is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Carlos Gregorio Ashmore. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Swansea University operate?

Swansea University operates in City Of Swansea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Swansea University a registered charity?

Yes — Swansea University is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1138342.