Institution Overview

Distinguished for both its dedication to student welfare and affordability in course fees and cost of living Wrexham University is situated in North-East Wales (UK).

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is a young, bold and vibrant university in north Wales. Working in conjunction with both large and small industries we offer a wide range of employment-ready degree and post-degree courses targeted to modern thinking students who wish to raise their career as quickly as possible on finishing their studies.

 Our wide range of study options across a wealth of subject areas will fully prepare the student for their ideal career. The University distinguishes itself by awards both for its dedication to student welfare and affordability in course fees and cost of living.

A diverse, welcoming university culture with dedicated student support.

In 2021 Wrexham Glyndwr rose 41 places in the Guardian University Guide to reach number 66. It is also ranked joint 15th for student satisfaction in the 2022 complete University guide.

Ranked number 8 for affordability (http://www.gocompare.com/savings/degree-of-value ) and many surveys showing that students in Wales consistently enjoy a better quality of life than other students across the UK and with easy accessibility to major cities and airports.

Significant Investment in resources and installations (eg 60 million GBP in a new campus) ensure a continuing quality that offers exceptional learning opportunities.

Key selling points

Industry-led and career-centric University with close links to major employers including Airbus, Kellogg’s and BBC.

Top 10 universities in the UK for employability *(for UK-based graduates from part-time first degrees. (Source: HESA PI E1b 2015/16)

99.1% were in employment or further study 6 months after completing their studies (Source: HESA PI E1b 2015/16)

#1 in the UK for social inclusion (Sunday Times Good University Guide)

Student’s union has won the “best student’s union” award several times.

Short name

WGU

Institution type

University

University Ownership

Public

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