Rankings of Wrexham Glyndwr University

Located in the town of Wrexham, Wales, Wrexham Glyndwr University was founded in 2008, making it one of the youngest universities in the UK. Despite its youth, the university has earned itself a strong reputation nationally in a selection of its subject fields. Apart from the large number of study options on-site, busy or mature students also have the option of signing up for their entirely Online Master’s degrees, or studying on a part-time basis.

Latest ranking updates for Wrexham Glyndwr University
  • July 2024: Publication of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities. Ranking position #3776.
  • May 2024: Publication of CUG The Complete University Guide. Ranking position #130.
  • May 2024: Publication of CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Business & Management Studies). Ranking position #81.
  • September 2023: Publication of The Times Good University Guide by Subject (Business, Management and Marketing). Ranking position #77.
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Subject rankings

Computer Science

    • #7 
    • #111 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #8 
    • #111 
    Computer Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Education

    • #8 
    • #88 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #91 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Law

    • #5 
    • #53 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #3 
    • #48 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #19 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #19 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #4 
    • #67 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #28 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #7 
    • #84 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #86 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for Wrexham Glyndwr University

Social Work The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#19 
Social Studies & Humanities
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#53 
Law
Sports Science The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#84 
Sports Science
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#88 
Education
Computer Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#111 
Computer Science

About Wrexham Glyndwr University

PROS

  • Learners benefit from the wide selection of societies, including Open Mic, Art, Botanical, and more. If you feel like the university could benefit from a certain club, you can take your idea to the Students’ Union.
  • In terms of rankings, Glyndwr is among the national top 60 in Student Satisfaction. This category measures satisfaction with the classroom experience, as well as with the services provided by the university, such as the career advice office.
  • Busy learners will appreciate the university’s 100% online Master’s degree courses, with support from tutors that have students pleased with their decision to study here.

CONS

  • A lack of student mental health services is a concern for many, as there are a lot of students struggling with the pressure of their programs and career choices.
  • One recurring complaint is that the university doesn’t invest much interest in sports, so there’s not a lot of athletic activity on campus.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1887
Telephone:
+44 1978 290666
Address:
Plas Coch Site, Mold Road
LL11 2AW, Wrexham
Wales
Website:
https://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/en/
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FAQ

Wrexham Glyndwr University ranks #8 in Wales in our meta ranking of 123 university rankings. See rankings of all 18 universities in Wales.

Wrexham Glyndwr University ranks #1 in Wrexham in our meta ranking.

Wrexham Glyndwr University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities See all 7 rankings of Wrexham Glyndwr University.

Wrexham Glyndwr University achieved #109 in The Guardian League Table. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 123 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Wrexham Glyndwr University.

Wrexham Glyndwr University achieved the highest ranking for Law. It is ranked #9 in (Criminology). See all subject rankings for Wrexham Glyndwr University.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 123 university rankings Wrexham Glyndwr University ranks #1 among universities in Wrexham and #8 among universities in Wales. See all rankings of Wrexham Glyndwr University.

In our meta ranking Wrexham Glyndwr University ranks #8 among all universities in Wales and Cardiff University ranks #1. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.
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