With over 500 courses to choose from delivered across our 18 Schools and Institutes, the University of Wolverhampton's attractive offering to students from around the world includes 96% graduate employability, teaching informed by world-leading research, strong business links, and state-of-the-art facilities.
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4.0 out of 5 (29 ratings / 24 reviews) Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom
Top reasons to study here
- The University of Wolverhampton has recently been awarded QS 4 stars!
- Modern facilities – we’ve invested around £125m over the last 15 years to ensure that our facilities for students are world class.
- Our students are more employable than ever – 96% graduate employability!
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (124)
- B.Sc. Armed Forces (Hons)
- B.A. Economics (Hons)
- HND Forensic Science
- B.Sc. Forensic Science (Hons)
- MSci Psychology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Psychology (Hons)
- B.A. Social Care (Hons)
- B.A. Social Policy (Hons)
- B.A. Social Work (Hons)
- B.A. Sociology (Hons)
- B.A. War Studies (Hons)
Humanities (89)
- B.Sc. Armed Forces (Hons)
- B.A. Dance (Hons)
- B.A. English (Hons)
- B.A. Fine Arts (Hons)
- B.A. History (Hons)
- B.A. Philosophy (Hons)
- BMus Popular Music (Hons)
- B.A. War Studies (Hons)
Business & Management (78)
- HND Business
- B.A. Economics (Hons)
- Foundation Degree Events Management
Arts, Design & Architecture (68)
- B.A. Acting (Hons)
- B.A. Animation (Hons)
- B.Sc. Architecture (Hons)
- B.A. Dance (Hons)
- B.A. Drama (Hons)
- B.A. Fashion (Hons)
- B.A. Fine Arts (Hons)
- B.A. Illustration (Hons)
- B.A. Media (Hons)
- BMus Music (Hons)
- Foundation Degree Music Performance at Academy of Music and Sound (Arts)
- B.A. Photography (Hons)
- BMus Popular Music (Hons)
Applied Sciences & Professions (60)
- B.Sc. Armed Forces (Hons)
- B.A. Fashion (Hons)
- B.Sc. Fire and Rescue (Hons)
- HND Forensic Science
- B.Sc. Forensic Science (Hons)
- B.A. Social Care (Hons)
- B.A. Social Work (Hons)
- B.A. War Studies (Hons)
Engineering & Technology (58)
- B.Eng. Aerospace Engineering (Hons)
- B.Sc. Architecture (Hons)
- B.Eng. Chemical Engineering (Hons)
- HNC Chemistry
- B.Eng. Civil Engineering (Hons)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (51)
- HND Applied Biology
- B.Sc. Biochemistry (Hons)
- HND Chemistry
- HNC Chemistry
- B.Sc. Chemistry (Hons)
- MChem Chemistry (Hons)
- B.A. Economics (Hons)
- B.Sc. Mathematics (Hons)
- B.Sc. Pharmacology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Physics (Hons)
Medicine & Health (47)
- BNurs Adult Nursing (Hons)
- BNurs Childrens Nursing (Hons)
- B.Sc. Health Studies (Hons)
- B.Sc. Lymphoedema Care (Hons)
- B.Sc. Midwifery (Hons)
- B.Sc. Paramedic Science (Hons)
- B.Sc. Pharmacology (Hons)
- MPharm Pharmacy (Hons)
- B.Sc. Physiotherapy (Hons)
- B.Sc. Podiatry (Hons)
- MSci Psychology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Public Health (Hons)
Education & Training (42)
- Graduate Certificate Post Compulsory Education
Computer Science & IT (38)
- B.A. Animation (Hons)
- B.Sc. Cloud Computing (Hons)
- B.Sc. Computer Science (Hons)
- HND Computing
- B.Sc. Cybersecurity (Hons)
- B.Sc. Data Science (Hons)
- Foundation Degree Foundation Degree (Science) Computing
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (33)
- Foundation Degree Events Management
Law (29)
- L.L.B. Law (Hons)
Journalism & Media (27)
- B.A. Animation (Hons)
- B.A. Media (Hons)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (12)
- B.Sc. Fire and Rescue (Hons)
Agriculture & Forestry (4)
About
History
The roots of the University of Wolverhampton lie in the 19th century growth of Mechanics Institutes, which provided vocational and general education for working men.
The Wolverhampton Free Library also developed technical, scientific, commercial and general classes.
Education
We have a variety of undergraduate degree courses for you to choose from and many highly regarded professional bodies are pleased to put their names to our courses. This means that when you study your degree with us, you can be sure they reflect industry practice and professional standards.
Research
Our research activities impact positively on business, the environment, society - and of course, our students. The work we are doing helps to advance knowledge and address real world problems, such as the health of aging populations and sustainable development, in a variety of different ways.
Across the University, there is a growing number of dedicated Research Centres and inter-disciplinary Research Institutes that cover a variety of research topics - ranging from designing for people with dementia, to new discoveries in diabetes.
Career
At Careers, Enterprise and the Workplace we understand that many students come to the University of Wolverhampton not just for their interest in a subject but because they want a successful career and a better life. However, with so much going on, it can sometimes be difficult to find the time to focus on what is important for your future.
There are things that you can be doing from year one to improve your career prospects, so don't leave it to your final year before coming to find out how we can help you. We can give you the time and support you need to think about, plan, prepare and put in place the necessary steps for your career aspirations.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Living in University halls isn't always easy. The most important thing to remember is that you're not alone. Here is some of the support available to you.
- Students with disabilities
- Equality & Diversity
- Campus Security
- Student Conduct and Wellbeing
- Financial Support
- MenW - Meningitus Vaccinations
- Drink Awareness
- How do I seek help?
- Coping With Stress
- Mental Health
- Counselling Service
- Students Union
- Free Gym Membership
- Useful Contacts
Housing services
Your Facilities Information Hub manages the student accommodation at all campuses across the University. We will assist you if you have any problems in the accommodation or if you are experiencing any difficulties with the people you live with. We will also help you if you want to change rooms or if you have any invoice queries
Accommodation fees are due for payment either:
- In advance of arrival
- On arrival
- On receipt of an invoice. (The dates for payments will be stated on the invoice)
University of Wolverhampton Students' Union also has a private student accommodation section on its webpages here you'll be able to find a list of letting agencies that allow student lettings.
Library services
We have libraries at each of our main campuses: City, Walsall, Telford and Burton. At each of these you can speak to our friendly helpful staff, access print resources, IT equipment and study spaces.
Student Life
Campus life
City Campus is the main site for the University, and is situated in the heart of the City Centre.
Telford Innovation Campus houses the latest business and technology facilities. It's home to innovative and enterprising companies from all over Britain and overseas.
Walsall Campus boasts our flagship sporting and accommodation facilities. It's also home to three of our liveliest Academic Schools. And the Walsall Campus Sports Centre is also a national judo centre of excellence.
The University of Wolverhampton Science Park supports the development of innovative businesses working in science, technology, knowledge-based and creative sectors by providing a high quality environment and associated support services.
Sports facilities
Our University sports teams will shortly be holding preseason/ open training sessions for new and existing student to join the teams.
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Football
- Futsal
- Individual Sports
- Judo
- Netball
- Rugby
- Volleyball
- Strength and Conditioning
Student clubs
One of the best things about being part of an alumni community is that you get to keep in touch with the many friends that you made while at university. Joining a society or network is a great way to do this.
The Students' Union of the University of Wolverhampton offers a variety of societies that are available to current students and graduates.
Societies are a great way for you to meet people who share the same interests or to try something new. There are over 60 societies including groups based on hobbies, faiths, sports, causes and politics.
Accreditation
Internationally recognised qualifications – the University offers over 250 undergraduate and 120 postgraduate courses, many of which are accredited by professional bodies.
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The university has great facilities and resources. If you need help from tutors they will be there to help you. It could improve if there was a vast majority of optional modules and also the difficulty of them. Overall I think my experience has been satisfactory.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My experience as an international student has, overall, been positive; any challenges I meet are outside the academic programme, namely affordable housing and the general cost of living
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wolverhampton University has obtained high level scores in the module satisfaction surveys conducted. In addition, it provides its students with a diverse range of facilities in order to maximise their development and sustain their abilities and knowledge. Also, the university is constantly renovating its building in order to comply with the latest legislations and in...
