Freshers 2026: FRESH PASS

Your Swansea. Your Freshers. Your first chapter.

Starting university is a big deal.

New city. New people. New campus. New nights out. And probably absolutely no idea where you’re going on your first day. 😂

That’s where your Freshers Pass comes in.

Your Freshers Pass is your official wristband for Freshers, bringing together some of the biggest events, experiences and activities happening across Swansea and both campuses.

Instead of worrying about what’s happening, where you need to be or who you’re going with - we’ve got you covered!

🎓 FRESHERS PASS

Your first weeks at Swansea, all in one wristband.

Your Freshers Pass gives you access to a whole programme of events and experiences designed to help you meet people, explore Swansea and settle into university life.

With your pass, you could be getting involved in:

🌞 Day Events

Meet people, explore campus and make the most of your days.

🍻 Pub & Students’ Union Events

Get to know the places that are going to become your second home.

🪩 Official Club Events

Dance the night away and experience Swansea nightlife.

🎪 Freshers’ Fayres

Discover societies, sports clubs, opportunities and everything else happening at Swansea.

🎶 Live Entertainment

From live music to DJs and everything in between.

🤝 Student Activities & Experiences

Try something new, meet your future best mates and get involved.

So, what do you actually get?

Depending on the event, your Freshers Pass can give you:

- Included entry to selected events

- Access to official Freshers events

- Exclusive wristband-holder experiences

- Selected discounts and special offers

- Priority/guaranteed entry where advertised

Some events and activities may have limited capacity or require advance booking, so make sure you check the individual event listing.

🎁 YOUR WELCOME PACK

Because starting university is about more than just nights out.

Your Freshers Pass also comes with a Welcome Pack, packed with selected discounts and offers to help you get settled in and make the most of Swansea.

And yes...

👕 You’ll also get a Freshers T-shirt.

A limited number of T-shirts are available as part of the Welcome Pack, so don’t leave it until the last minute!

🍻 YOUR PASS DOESN’T STOP AT FRESHERS

Freshers might be the start, but we want your pass to keep giving you something back.

We’ve been working with bars and venues across Swansea to bring pass holders exclusive discounts and offers throughout the year.

So whether you’re heading out with your new flatmates, meeting your course friends or just fancy a night in the city, your wristband could help you save.

🎟️ HOW DOES IT WORK?

It’s easy.

1. Get your wristband

Collect your Freshers Pass from one of our designated campus collection points.

2. Put it on

This is your pass to Freshers - so keep it safe and keep it on!

3. Check what’s happening

Look at each event listing to see what your pass gets you and whether you need to book a space.

4. Get involved!

Grab your flatmates, course friends or whoever you meet along the way and go experience it for yourself.

💚 YOUR FRESHERS STARTS HERE

You’re probably going to hear a lot about Freshers.

You’ll meet people who might become your closest friends. You’ll find your favourite nights out. You’ll get lost on campus at least once. You’ll probably have a few nights you don’t completely remember. 😂

But most importantly, you’ll start building your life in Swansea.

Your Freshers Pass is here to help you make the most of those first few weeks - from your first night out to finding your people and discovering everything Swansea has to offer.

Welcome to Swansea.

Welcome to your Students’ Union.

Welcome to Freshers.

Your first chapter starts here. 💚