Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton has approximately 23,000 students, including a growing number from Europe and overseas. It's coming to the end of a multimillion-pound expansion, so expect to see some swanky new buildings on its four campuses. Like many of the newer universities, Wolverhampton focuses on employability. Each of the eight schools has a dedicated placement officer to help students gain relevant work experience. Unsurprisingly, graduate employment rates are good. Wolverhampton is a bustling place in its own right and is also just down the road from Birmingham if you feel there are gaps that need filling in your shopping/clubbing/cultural life. Plus some lovely scenery nearby for a bit of rest and relaxation.
Fees
£3,375 for full-time undergraduates in 2011-12.
2012-13 fees: click here for latest information on how much universities are planning to charge, or visit wlv.ac.uk/moneymatters or wlv.ac.uk/feechanges2012.
Bursaries
For 2011, if you have a family income of less than £25,000, you will receive £500 a year. Between £25,001 and £35,000, you will receive £300 a year.
Bursaries and scholarships for 2012 onwards to be confirmed once government guidelines have been published.
Accommodation
The university has more than 2,000 accommodation places available in its halls of residence with rooms allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Prices range from £64 to £95 a week - not bad considering that includes internet access, utilities, laundry facilities, basic content insurance and 24-hour caretaking.
Facilities
A new performing arts centre at the Walsall campus is due to open in September 2011. The Performance Hub will provide state-of-the-art teaching and performance space for dance, drama and music students. The technology centre holds about 500 PCs, rapid prototyping facilities for construction and engineering, and professional-standard TV and radio stations. Walsall campus's sports centre is an official training base for the 2012 Olympics. And the Arena theatre, based at the City campus, is one of the most successful small theatres in the Midlands.
Transport
All campuses and campus towns are linked by a free shuttle bus. Wolverhampton has excellent transport links and Birmingham is just a short train or tram ride away.
Contact
Tel: 0800 953 3222
Email: enquiries@wlv.ac.uk
Web: wlv.ac.uk
Accommodation: accommodationservices@wlv.ac.uk