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University of Wales

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Overview

University of Wales (Prifysgol Cymru) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. This institution also has branch campuses in Aberystwyth, Bangor, Carmarthen, Lampeter, Newport, Swansea and Wrexham. Founded in 1893, University of Wales (UOW) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council. UOW provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 133-year-old UK higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. UOW also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Wales's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Wales's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Wales' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Wales's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) Prifysgol Cymru
Acronym UOW
Founded 1893
Motto Goreu Awen Gwirionedd
The Best Inspiration is Truth
Colours Murrey, blue and gold
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Location

Address King Edward VII Avenue
Cardiff
CF10 3NS Wales
United Kingdom
University of Wales's location map and satellite view Location Map
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University of Wales Phone Number (29) 2037 6999
University of Wales Fax Number (29) 2039 6040
Other locations Aberystwyth, Bangor, Carmarthen, Lampeter, Newport, Swansea and Wrexham

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Wales is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1893


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of University of Wales's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of University of Wales you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Wales as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Wales Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Wales is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Wales's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Wales: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Wales Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Wales Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Wales categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Wales.



University of Wales: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Wales Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Wales website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Wales Admission Info


University of Wales's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Wales is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Wales's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Wales has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Wales 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Wales's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Wales's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Wales's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Wales Size and Profile


University of Wales's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Wales has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Wales's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Wales has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


University of Wales's Control Type Control Type

University of Wales is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Wales's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Wales is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Wales's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Wales's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


University of Wales's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Wales adopts an unconventional academic calendar, a scheduling system for academic institutions that deviates from traditional academic calendars, such as the standard semester, quarter or trimester systems.


University of Wales's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Wales is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Wales Facilities


University of Wales's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Wales's Library


University of Wales's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Wales's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Wales's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Wales Services


University of Wales's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Wales's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Wales's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Wales's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Wales's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Wales Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Wales Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Wales's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Universities UK


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Wales public or private?

University of Wales is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Wales profit or non-profit?

University of Wales is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Wales in terms of enrollment?

University of Wales has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Wales in terms of academic staff?

University of Wales has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Is University of Wales a coeducational institution?

University of Wales is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Wales use?

University of Wales adopts an unconventional academic calendar, a scheduling system for academic institutions that deviates from traditional academic calendars, such as the standard semester, quarter or trimester systems.

What religion is University of Wales affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Wales admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Wales's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Wales 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Wales UOW?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Wales UOW located?

University of Wales is located in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. Address: King Edward VII Avenue.

Is University of Wales UOW accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Wales is accredited by Privy Council (since 1893).

Does University of Wales offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Wales offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Wales have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Wales provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Wales have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University of Wales offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Wales offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Wales offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Wales have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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