Quick Summary
Public in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom — University of Wolverhampton, est. 1992. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21500 students including 18% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Nursing, Art and Design, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Affordable cost of living, high employability focus, and multi-million pound investments in new engineering and science facilities.
Subject Strengths
NursingArt and DesignEducationSports ScienceEngineering
Founded1992
TypePublic
Total Students21500
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio15.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRoyal Wolverhampton NHS Trust,New Cross Hospital
AccreditationAACSB,BCS,NMC,RIBA,BPS,SRA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Architecture,Biomedical Science,Business and Management,Computing,Education,Engineering,Law,Nursing,Psychology,Social Work
Programs
PhD in Education,PhD in Business,PhD in Health and Wellbeing,PhD in Art and Design
PhD Programs
MA Education,MSc Health and Social Care,MBA (Distance Learning)
Online Programs
Centre for International Development and Training,Centre for Health and Social Care Improvement,Statistical Cybermetrics Research Group
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB,BCS,NMC,RIBA,BPS,SRA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-06-30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2025-12-01
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight practical experience in your personal statement and ensure all academic transcripts are translated and certified early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£14,950/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£9,135/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£15,900/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£240,635/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableLord Paul Undergraduate Scholarship,International Excellence Scholarship,Global Excellence Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidFederal loans for US students, Disabled Students' Allowance, and local bursaries.
Work-StudyAvailable through the 'Workplace' student employment agency.
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Architecture,Biomedical Science,Business and Management,Computing,Education,Engineering,Law,Nursing,Psychology,Social Work programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BSc Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MSc Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BEng Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$31,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong links with local NHS trusts and West Midlands manufacturing firms.
Industry Connections
Jaguar Land RoverNHSWest Midlands PoliceCapgemini
Notable Alumni
Suzi Perry,Sir Lenny Henry,Nuno Espírito Santo,Peter Ebsworth
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Walsall Campus Sports Centre,British Judo Centre of Excellence,Standard fitness suites
Student Clubs
Students' Union Societies,Wolves E-sports,Debating Society
Library Resources
Harrison Learning Centre providing 24/7 access during peak periods and extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Turing Scheme,ISEP Exchange
Summer Programs
International Summer School,English Language Pre-sessional