The University of Wales Trinity Saint David has been created through the merger of the University of Wales Lampeter and Trinity University College Carmarthen.  The University's Royal Charter is the oldest in Wales and England outside the universities of Oxford and Cambridge.  

The University provides good quality degree courses within a supportive environment and both campuses are renowned for the friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The University builds upon Trinity and Lampeter's strengths and excellent reputation for quality courses and for the experience it provides for students.  Both campuses offer all the facilities that you will need to study and enjoy your life as a student.  The added value is that in addition you may enjoy the range of facilities offered on either campus.  

The University has a strong sense of community and personal and social considerations are given prominence alongside academic opportunities. There are plenty of opportunities to take part in activities outside lectures and to benefit from the many networks and partnership the University has developed in the UK, other parts of Europe and internationally.    

The University benefits from having excellent facilities and is located on two campuses in South West Wales - one of the UK's most popular tourist destinations. Campus facilities in Carmarthen and Lampeter include student accommodation, library and learning resources centre, a chapel as well as sports facilities.  The Lampeter campus boasts the Roderic Bowen Library and Archives which is home to the University’s special collections and students enjoy excellent facilities offered in the Students' Union.  The Carmarthen campus has its own fully equipped theatre, media and tv suites, as well as a Sports Centre with a health and fitness suite.

The pastoral care of students is a high priority at the and there is a strong support team available to help with academic and personal concerns.  The Student Services team provides a range of services from careers, counselling, and accommodation, to advice with obtaining financial help and the disabled students' allowance, as well as providing students and graduates with work experience and placements.

The Students' Union is an important part of life for many students outside their academic work.  The entertainment provided is of good value and quality, and includes a mixture of live bands, comedians, entertainers, discos and themed events.  The SU is responsible for the University's Clubs and Societies as well as for fielding sports teams. The Union also provides a welfare service for students and is active in representing students' views within the University and externally.