Summary
The University of Wolverhampton gives life-changing opportunities to its students. Across campuses in Wolverhampton and Walsall, it offers a wide variety of courses, many accredited by professional bodies. Each campus has areas of specialism, with architecture and engineering at its Springfield site, and health, education, and sport at Walsall. Online distance learning is also available, as well as courses with a number of global and national partners.
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Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate67%Postgraduate33%
Study mode
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Full-time66%Part-time34%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK89%International10%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 34%Female 66%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2026
Overall ranking
108th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000461 46%108th
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Entry standards
/ Max 215110 51%115th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.10 77%69th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.56 64%105th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.35 35%87th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 37573130 83%9th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2164448 21%112th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.716.583rd
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Continuation
/ Max 10084.5 85%114th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10071.5 72%87th
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10071.9 72%98th
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Subject League Tables 2026
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Education
- English
- Forensic Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Information Technology & Systems
- Law
- Manufacturing & Production Engineering
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
80th out of 102
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10075.0 75%80th
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Entry standards
/ Max 23389 38%101st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.23 81%29th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.60 65%67th
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Continuation
/ Max 10088.8 89%66th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10053.0 53%82nd
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Campus locations
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Study options
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Frequently asked questions
Whatever your interests, the University of Wolverhampton is keen to help you develop and reach your full potential through varied opportunities and a wide range of courses. Great facilities boost its excellent teaching, with regular investment in campus upgrades and specialist learning spaces. Its diverse student body includes nearly two-thirds who are the first in their families to attend university. Almost half are aged 21 or older, and over half come from global majority backgrounds. This guarantees a culturally rich, fulfilling student experience. There are also many clubs and societies to join – from sports clubs to academic interests, hobbies to political and religious societies.
A degree with the University of Wolverhampton is a fantastic way to explore subjects you're interested in, gain a more in-depth understanding of them, and to work in a field that interests you after graduation. If you are keen to stay in education, completing an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest. The University of Wolverhampton is proud to supply its region and beyond with fully trained, work-ready graduates.
University accommodation is available on or near campus. Standard and en-suite rooms are available. Student halls have free Wi-Fi, shared kitchen and dining facilities, and 24-hour campus security. Adapted rooms are available for disabled students with mobility, hearing, or visual needs.