The roots of the University of Wolverhampton lie in the Wolverhampton Tradesmen’s and Mechanics’ Institute founded in 1827 and the 19th-century growth of the Wolverhampton Free Library (1870), which developed technical, scientific, commercial and general evening classes. This grew into the Wolverhampton and Staffordshire Technical College in 1926. The University of Wolverhampton is located across four campuses across the West Midlands and Shropshire. The university has four faculties comprising eighteen schools and institutes. It has 18,875 students and currently offers over 380 undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The city campus is located in Wolverhampton city centre, with a second campus at Walsall and a third in Telford. There is an additional fourth campus in Wolverhampton at the University of Wolverhampton Science Park. More than 2,500 international students from over 130 countries call the University of Wolverhampton home. Nationally commended and internationally recognised, the University achieved four stars in the most recent QS international ratings and has a graduate employability rate of 96 %.

The University offers a wide range of undergraduate courses designed to inspire learning and build on a strong tradition of academic excellence. Undergraduate students develop academically while preparing for future careers or further study in their chosen fields. Throughout their degree, students benefit from unique opportunities that support personal growth and help them gain the knowledge and skills needed to thrive beyond university.
Employability is a key focus, with 88% of UK graduates currently employed, in further education, or running their own businesses, according to the latest Graduate Outcomes results. The University is also committed to providing opportunities, having invested millions over the past five years in upgrading campus buildings and equipment. These enhanced facilities are designed to support student learning and ensure graduates are well prepared for their future careers.