Rankings of University of Wolverhampton

The University of Wolverhampton (UWO) is a government funded university divided into four campuses across the West Midlands, Shropshire and Staffordshire in England. The main campus is situated in Wolverhampton city centre, with the other campuses being in Walsall and Telford. Specifically for Nursing students, the university runs a Health Education Centre in Burton-upon-Trent.

Latest ranking updates for University of Wolverhampton
  • 27 Sep, 2023: THE Times Higher Education, UK announced latest results of THE World University Rankings with University of Wolverhampton in position 601.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: Publication of The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management). Ranking position #53.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian League Table with University of Wolverhampton in position 101.
  • 31 Jul, 2023: Webometrics announced latest results of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities with University of Wolverhampton in position 1049.

University rankings

    • #103 
    • #127 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #80 
    • #101 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #96 
    • #117 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #56 
    • #601 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #135 
    • #1001 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #73 
    • #1526 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #57 
    • #967 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #73 
    • #1926 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #66 
    • #1690 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #37 
    • #186 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #64 
    • #1049 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #867 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #26 
    • #34 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #54 
    Architecture
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #35 
    Building
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #58 
    • #71 
    Art & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #401 
    Arts and Humanities
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #49 
    • #54 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #43 
    • #53 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #80 
    • #99 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #79 
    • #99 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #601 
    Business and Economics
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #75 
    • #89 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #92 
    • #115 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Design

    • #32 
    • #37 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Education

    • #37 
    • #48 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #80 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #52 
    • #401 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

Engineering

    • #23 
    • #27 
    Aerospace Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #31 
    Chemical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #52 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #57 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #201 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #51 
    • #64 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #52 
    • #67 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #60 
    • #70 
    Communication & Media Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #56 
    • #65 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #67 
    • #81 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #59 
    • #75 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #78 
    • #97 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Mathematics

    • #54 
    • #67 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Medicine & Health

    • #57 
    • #68 
    Health Professions
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #65 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #43 
    Pharmacology & Pharmacy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #4 
    • #5 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #36 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #72 
    • #91 
    Biological Sciences
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #83 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #66 
    • #77 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #76 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #81 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #81 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #90 
    • #112 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #64 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #29 
    • #41 
    Social Policy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #401 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #48 
    • #55 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #54 
    • #67 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #81 
    • #96 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #55 
    • #68 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #75 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for University of Wolverhampton

Physiotherapy The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#5 
Medicine & Health
Aerospace Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#27 
Engineering
Architecture The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#34 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Graphic Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#37 
Design
Social Policy CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#41 
Social Studies & Humanities
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#48 
Education
Accounting and Finance The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#53 
Business
Creative Writing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#54 
Arts Visual & Performing
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#65 
Languages & Literature
Mathematics CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#67 
Mathematics

Student Reviews for University of Wolverhampton

Student satisfaction:
4.0 (based on 422 student reviews)

“A great university with modern facilities, and the lecturers are all highly qualified for their positions. Furthermore, the lecturers are approachable and helpful towards their students.”

“A very good university for computer science. There are a few issues with the administration now and then, but nothing big. I can strongly recommend UWO for the quality of their courses.”

About University of Wolverhampton

PROS

  • Students at the University of Wolverhampton highlight the wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. One point of interest is that there are no fees for graduate applications specifically.
  • Often frequented by learners are the popular sports facilities and pubs, which are great for socializing with your new colleagues on campus.
  • Ranked in the global top 1,000 by Times Higher Education, and in the European top 300.

CONS

  • Numerous students report that UWO needs to be more inclusive for students with disabilities, as currently there is a lack of ramps and wheelchair -friendly bathrooms.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1899
Telephone:
+44 1902 321000
Address:
Wulfruna Street
WV1 1SB, Wolverhampton
England UK
Website:
https://www.wlv.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.0
    • All Degrees

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of University of Wolverhampton

  Course
1 Illustration - BA 100/100 (9 student reviews)
2 Chemical Engineering - BEng 100/100 (10 student reviews)
3 Computer Science - BSc 100/100 (7 student reviews)
4 Professional Policing - BA 100/100 (8 student reviews)
5 Physiotherapy - BSc 95/100 (17 student reviews)
6 Accounting and Finance - BA 95/100 (27 student reviews)
7 History - BA 93/100 (18 student reviews)
8 War Studies - BA 93/100 (18 student reviews)
9 Sociology and History - BA 93/100 (18 student reviews)
10 History and War Studies - BA 93/100 (18 student reviews)

TOP 10 highest earning degree courses of University of Wolverhampton

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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of University of Wolverhampton for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
71 /100
537 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 107 students of University of Wolverhampton participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for University of Wolverhampton in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 69.6

Student composition of University of Wolverhampton

Nursing and Midwifery:
3350
education and teaching:
1765
Business and Management:
1625
Biosciences:
975
Law:
855
Psychology:
745
Computing:
610
Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy:
595
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
540
architecture, building and planning:
530
allied health:
515
Mechanical Engineering:
480
Creative Arts and Design:
425
Performing Arts:
285
Sociology:
275
Social Policy:
245
Mathematical Sciences:
205
English Studies:
195
History:
175
Civil Engineering:
95
Chemistry:
60
Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering:
35
Politics:
30
Physics and Astronomy:
25
Philosophy:
10
medicine (non-specific):
5
Theology and Religious Studies:
5
India:
1400
Nigeria:
285
Nepal:
45
Bangladesh:
40
Ivory Coast:
30
China:
20
United States:
15
Saudi Arabia:
15
Ghana:
15
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
10
Cameroon:
10
Pakistan:
10
British Virgin Islands:
10
Russia:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
Dominican Republic:
5
Anguilla:
5
United Arab Emirates:
5
Turkey:
5
Qatar:
5
Iran:
5
Australia:
5
Vietnam:
5
Sri Lanka:
5
Philippines:
5
Egypt:
5
Gambia, The:
5

Campuses of University of Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton City Campus
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Walsall Campus
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Telford Campus
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University of Wolverhampton in Stafford
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The London Early Years Foundation
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Sandwell College
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South Staffordshire College (Lichfield Campus)
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South Staffordshire College (Cannock Campus)
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South Staffordshire College (Tamworth Campus)
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University of Wolverhampton is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 17 rankings of University of Wolverhampton.

University of Wolverhampton achieved #101 in The Guardian League Table. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Wolverhampton.

University of Wolverhampton achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #5 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Physiotherapy). See all subject rankings for University of Wolverhampton.

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