Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is the third-largest university in Texas and is the flagship institution of the University of Houston System.

It is ranked among the best colleges in the United States (U.S. News & World Report) and is a Carnegie Tier One research university. It has 41,000 students from more than 137 countries and is the second most ethnically diverse major research university in the United States.

The University is located in Houston, Texas, the USA's fourth-largest city and the energy capital of the world.

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Celebrating 10 years of the Swansea - University of Houston Partnership

This year, we proudly celebrate the 10th anniversary of the partnership between Swansea University and the University of Houston!

Over the past ten years, we have united senior leaders, professional services staff, and colleagues from across our academic colleges and faculties, fostering strong, trusted relationships and cross-institutional networks that have been instrumental in the success and growth of our partnership.

Together we have delivered impactful collaborations that have advanced our research, enriched our teaching and created life-changing opportunities for our students.

In celebration of this milestone, we will be highlighting key collaborations over the coming weeks, offering our colleagues, supporters, and followers a unique opportunity to learn more about our accomplishments and successes. Read more.

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