About University of Wolverhampton
The University of Wolverhampton is a multi-campus public university serving the West Midlands and Shropshire with practice-led degrees in business, engineering, creative industries, teacher training and health professions. Strong employer partnerships, advanced manufacturing facilities and the Springfield construction super campus underpin its applied research and graduate employability.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 23,000 total students
- • 4,000 international students
- • 120 student societies
Location
- • Located in Wolverhampton
- • Public university
- • Established 1992
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Foundation, Bachelor, Master, PhD
Popular Subjects
Construction and Civil EngineeringBusiness and LawNursingAnimation and Visual CommunicationComputer Science
Student-Staff Ratio
17 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences
Wolverhampton Business School, School of Law, Social Sciences and Communications, School of Art and Design, Institute of Creative Industries
Faculty of Science and Engineering
School of Engineering, Built Environment and Civil Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Life Sciences
Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing
Institute of Health, Institute of Sport, Institute of Education, Social Care and Community
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers 96–112 UCAS points (CCC–BBC A-level) or BTEC DMM; extended foundation pathways available.
Alternatives: Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Merit, IB 24-28 points
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Interviews for teacher training and health programmes • Digital portfolio submission for art and design • Work experience evidence for social care
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours degree or equivalent professional experience
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for MPhil/PhD • Two references for professional programmes
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £13,000
- Foundation: £12,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,800
- Food: £2,000
- Transport: £900
- Entertainment: £1,000
- Other: £800
- Total: £10,500
Scholarships
WLV Global Opportunities Scholarship
MeritValue: £1,500 (Partial)
International fee payer • 60%+ overall in previous study • Offer accepted and deposit paid
Regional Excellence Award
InternationalValue: £2,000 (Tuition-only)
Applicants from South Asia, Africa, or the Middle East • Personal statement on employability goals
Campus & Facilities
Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1LY
City-centre campus with modern facilities and additional campuses in Walsall and Telford
Size: 15 acres
Facilities
Academic
Harrison Learning Centre, Rosalind Franklin Building, Science Centre, Performance Hub
Business
Springfield Campus (Business School), Telford Innovation Campus
Accommodation
City en-suite flats
Randall Lines and Luna Court residences with private bathrooms and social study areas.
Cost: £145 - £190 (per week)
Wi-Fi • Utilities included • Social lounges
Distance: On campus
Contract: 41-51 weeks
Telford standard rooms
Shared flats beside Telford Innovation Campus with landscaped grounds.
Cost: £115 - £150 (per week)
Shared kitchen • On-site laundrette • Parking
Distance: 2-minute walk
Contract: 39-44 weeks
Accommodation requests are submitted online; international first-year students who firm their offer by July are guaranteed housing.
Meet-and-greet from Birmingham Airport, bedding packs, and help finding family-friendly private rentals.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 120
Teams: 35
Cultural Activities
- Students' Union hosts multi-faith dinners, live music at The Venue, e-sports leagues, and community volunteering across Wolverhampton.
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@wlv.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1902 321000
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
122
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 74%
Further study: 12%
Unemployed: 7%
Average Salary
£23,500
annual
Top Employers
NHS Black CountryJaguar Land RoverLocal authoritiesWest Midlands PoliceCarillion
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Birmingham Airport
35 km • 40 minutes by train
Public Transport
- Rail: Wolverhampton station offers direct services to London, Manchester, and Birmingham every 30 minutes • £30-£60 return depending on destination
- Tram: West Midlands Metro connects campus with Birmingham city centre • £2.80 per journey
Local Area
Wolverhampton offers affordable living, multicultural cuisine, and quick access to Birmingham, Ironbridge Gorge, and the Black Country UNESCO Global Geopark.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Grand Theatre, Black Country Living Museum
Shopping: Mander Centre, Birmingham Bullring, Telford Centre
Entertainment: Wolves FC matches at Molineux, Birmingham Symphony Hall, Digbeth nightlife
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: University of Wolverhampton facts 2024/25, Graduate Outcomes survey, West Midlands Combined Authority data
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: international@wlv.ac.uk