UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT GUIDE 2023/2024
Open Days Our Open Days are the best way to get all your questions answered and to get a feel for student life on campus.
Saturday 26 March 2022 Saturday 11 June 2022 Saturday 20 August 2022 October 2022: TBA November 2022: TBA
wlv.ac.uk/openday
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Welcome! At the University of Wolverhampton, as the University of Opportunity, we’re focused on putting you – our students – first. Offering a wide range of subjects that will prepare you for the world of work, whatever your career ambitions, our excellent teaching is backed up by outstanding student support. Going to university can be life-changing, giving you choices you never imagined. Discover why you should make Wolverhampton your first choice.
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Why Wolverhampton?
LOW COST OF LIVING* RENT PRICES
GREAT EMPLOYER LINKS
%
LOWER THAN IN LONDON RESTAURANT PRICES
%
LOWER THAN IN LONDON GROCERIES PRICES
EXCELLENT TRANSPORT LINKS
%
LOWER THAN IN LONDON
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS CAREER ADVICE AND SUPPORT STUDENT GUIDE UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON 05 *numbeo.com
Employability
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“I’m using things I learnt during my degree at work, making improvements on site as well as utilising contacts I’ve made during networking events. There’s so much more to a degree than just a piece of paper.” Rachel Toor Trainee site manager at Shaylor Group
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WAYS WE ENHANCE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY 1. ROUTES TO SUCCESS
4. WORK EXPERIENCE
We offer varied routes into study, from degrees with foundation years, to integrated Master’s routes.
Gain experience through placements, on-campus jobs, and volunteering.
2. HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE Employability and placements are woven into our courses.
3. CAREER DEVELOPMENT Opportunities are embedded into our timetable to provide insight and experience.
5. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION Many of our courses carry accreditation from professional, statutory and regulatory bodies: approval they meet the highest standards.
6. YEAR IN INDUSTRY Degrees with a sandwich placement allow you to benefit from paid, hands-on experience in your chosen field.
7. START-UP SUPPORT We offer support to achieve your entrepreneurial ambitions.
8. STUDY AND WORK ABROAD Learn new skills and gain experience that’s highly regarded by employers.
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“Many of the technical and non-technical skills taught by the course have been essential in my daily job. Knowledge and use of software languages and design patterns are easy to see the benefits of, but less tangible skills like communication and effective group work are constantly needed in a software developers’ job.” Peter Ting Software developer
Our graduates get jobs! Almost 87% of our UK graduates from the most recent cohort were working, in education, or running their own business 18 months after graduation*, beating the national average of 80%. What’s more, almost 68% were in highly skilled professions. * Graduate Outcomes Survey
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Meet more of our graduates here
Wolf sculpture: “Kiyiya” by graduate, Jo Burgess
Your student life Whatever you’re into there’s plenty on offer on-and-off our campuses to entertain you during your downtime. Based at Wolverhampton City Campus? Whatever your interest or budget, discover Wolverhampton’s cinemas, theatres, galleries, gigs, cafés, restaurants, pubs and clubs. If you prefer to be involved in the action, there’s plenty of live sport on offer to watch, or take your mind off your studies by exploring local green spaces including West Park, the canal, or Bantock Park.
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wlv.ac.uk/ university-life/
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PLACES AVAILABLE ACROSS 3 SITES
AUNDRY TIES
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ON-SITE CAR PARKING
Based at Walsall Campus? Walsall’s Waterfront has a growing nightlife and plenty of foodie options, there’s Walsall Arena and Arts Centre for theatre, music or comedy shows, or get your film fix at The Light cinema.
Based at Telford Campus?
TIVITIES RIPS
FREE SHUTTLE BUS
FREE SHUTTLE BUS BETWEEN CAMPUSES BETWEEN CAMPUSES TERM-TIME wlv.ac.uk/bus
STUDENT N-SITE
BASIC CONTENTS INSURANCE
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Telford’s Southwater complex has food, fun and films on offer. Catch everything from Superslam Wrestling to The Nutcracker at The Place, or explore nearby the Ironbridge Gorge Museums.
Telford Southwater complex
The Iron Bridge, Telford
Sport Whichever campus you’re based at, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved with sport and fitness. Whether you just want to play for fun, try something new, or play competitively. Find out more at: wlv.ac.uk/sport
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The Gateway: Helping you start your university journey
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At The Gateway, we provide advice and guidance on all aspects of coming to university. We can help with: • choosing the right course for you • writing your personal statement
COMPREHENSIVE STUDENT SUPPORT
• checking qualifications (UK and overseas) to see whether you meet our entry requirements • completing your UCAS application form (for full-time study) • completing your online forms for direct entry (for part-time study) • exploring your eligibility for student funding and bursaries • discovering what additional support is available for students with a disability or support needs • completing your student finance application form …and much more! Make an appointment to meet one of our Education Guidance Advisors at The Gateway in person or online for help with completing the application forms and finding out more about the funding you can get. For information on services, directions, and frequently asked questions, visit:
wlv.ac.uk/gateway
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DIGITAL MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING SERVICE
Supporting you Our support services are available for all our students. In particular, we support • • • •
disabled students care leavers mature students those who’ve been out of education for a while
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Student Support and Wellbeing
Mental Health and Wellbeing
The Student Support and Wellbeing team are here to support you throughout your University journey from application to graduation, with advice on funding for various support options.
All students have access to a wealth of online resources and wellbeing apps, regular wellbeing drop-ins, groups and events. The team can support you to connect with the right external services for you. We offer free access to Togetherall, a 24/7 digital mental health
Chaplaincy and Faith provision Our multi-faith Chaplaincy team are here to support all students, whether you are a person of faith, someone who is searching and has questions or doubts, or don’t follow a faith. If you need a quiet place to gather your thoughts, a space to pray, or a chat over coffee, there is dedicated space, including a multi-faith prayer room, on each campus. All are welcome.
and wellbeing service.
Learning Support Free one-to-one advice can help develop and improve your academic study skills, with topics including: planning and writing assignments, exam revision, presentations. You can attend workshops on finding information, referencing, academic writing, critical thinking, as well as access online study guides for a wide range of topics.
Health Services The health and fitness department offers training, classes and top-notch facilities, allowing you to fit some exercise in to your day – regardless of ability or interest, at little or no cost.
wlv.ac.uk/ssw
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Accommodation If you want to live on-campus, we offer University Accommodation at Wolverhampton, Walsall and Telford campuses. Our residential assistants (who are fellow students) are here to help you settle in.
wlv.ac.uk/ accommodation
AUNDRY TIES
WEEKLY COST 2020-21 £90-£108
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HELPFUL STUDENT
BASIC CONTENTS
Finance Most UK students studying in the UK don’t have to pay upfront for tuition and can get a loan to help with living costs; the cost is covered by a Government loan. The amount available depends on household income and other circumstances. You don’t need to have a confirmed place to apply for funding, so apply as soon as possible.
wlv.ac.uk/finance
Fees for courses The normal maximum fee for all undergraduate degree courses (BSc/BA/BEng/BEd/LLB)
£9,250 HNC/HND and Foundation degree courses taught at the University
£8,600 HNC/HND and Foundation degree courses taught at partner Colleges
£6,165 maximum Part-time (60 credits)
£3,120 Sandwich year 20 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON STUDENT GUIDE
£1,200
Access Bursary
Estranged Students Bursary
£,
cash payment for students who are either deaf, have hearing loss, or are care leavers.
Our scholarships and bursaries (2022-23) wlv.ac.uk/ scholarships
Sports Achievement Scholarship
£ ,
Terms and conditions apply. Scholarships and bursaries are subject to change. Check website for details
over three years. Application required, limited numbers.
£,
cash payment for students who are estranged from, and have no contact with, their families.
Credit to spend in our new online store
£
funds can be used to purchase a wide range of digital and technology products and resources.
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Our sector expertise Our sector knowledge and expertise include specialisms led by worldleading researchers. Academic excellence, outstanding facilities, professional accreditations, and industry links ensure our students are prepared for future careers in these growing sectors.
wlv.ac.uk/springfield
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Architecture and construction
new home for the School of Architecture and the Built Environment at our
Springfield Campus
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student satisfaction on our Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)-accredited Building Surveying course*
* National Student Survey (NSS), BSc (Hons) Building Surveying
The brand-new National Brownfield Institute is at the forefront of research and development into new construction methods and ways of regenerating contaminated land.
Our courses are accredited by professional bodies including: the Chartered Association of Building Engineers, Royal Institute of British Architects, Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation.
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Business, professional and financial services
We have strong links with professional bodies.
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• Our Business School has offered employer-relevant academic programmes and tailored business services for over 80 years. • We have the Midlands’ largest and most successful Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development centre, are an approved centre for ILM, and hold membership of the Chartered Association of Business Schools. • Our BSc (Hons) Fire and Rescue is accredited by the Institution of Fire Engineers. • Law students benefit from our unique partnership with DWF LLP to receive careers advice and mentoring.
Creative industries • Wolverhampton School of Art has been the heart of the city’s creative community since 1851. • Our new multimillion-pound Screen School opened in 2021, nurturing talent for the careers of tomorrow. • Professional practice and live briefs from companies in the creative sector are embedded into our courses. • Wolverhampton School of Art together with Wolverhampton Art Gallery were chosen to host British Art Show 9 (BAS9) in January 2022.
* National Student Survey (NSS), BSc (Hons) Animation, BA (Hons) Graphic Design
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STUDENT SATISFACTION FOR ANIMATION AND GRAPHIC DESIGN COURSES*
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Digital and cyber • Researchers from our Wolverhampton Cyber Research Institute are collaborating with industrial and governmental organisations on all aspects of security and privacy, helping to tackle threats in the cyberspace. • We also continue to invest in worldleading facilities such as the £9 million cyber centre in Hereford. • Our Computer Science courses are accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT – recognised and valued internationally.
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Education • We work in partnership with over 450 schools, colleges and private providers to provide placement opportunities, bespoke CPD and accredited courses for our students. • We have a long-standing tradition of research education and social policy, with key expertise in policy development and debate through our Education Observatory. • Our teacher training is rated Good by Ofsted and highlighted our extensive school partnerships with valuable placements, and ability to develop effective and highly reflective practitioners.
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RSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON
STUDENT SATISFACTION FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY COURSE* * National Student Survey (NSS), BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
LVERHAMPTON Marches Centre of Excellence
Our health courses support employers to address the fundamental economic We believe in providing students and social challenges of the region with an applied curriculum aligned through the education of tomorrow’s with the needsBuilding, of the sector. ‘Virtual dissection’ Anatomage tables in Rosalind Franklin City Campus workforce, giving access to local jobs We do this through engagement for local people. with healthcare providers at every level to ensure that our courses are designed to meet their future • We have specialist teaching facilities for health workforce needs and ensure that students are adequately We and believe in providing students social care in Wolverhampton, Walsall, supported on placement. with an applied curriculum aligned
Health and social care
Burton-upon-Trent and Telford. Partners are involved in curriculum • Our new Marches Centre of Excellence for design and development, We do this through engagement attending recruitment events and Health and Social Care at Telford Campus with healthcare providers at everyare represented at meetings. levelprovides to ensure state-of-the-art that our courses training facilities including anatomy visualisation are designed toadvanced meet their future workforce andimmersive ensure that reality interactive tablesneeds and an students are adequately simulation suite. supported on placement. • We have invested £3 million for the Partners are involved in curriculum refurbishment of our Pharmacy facilities. design and development, Improved facilities include extended practice attending recruitment events and are suites, represented at meetings. a multi-purpose flexible teaching space, and a new dispensary and meeting rooms. with the needs of the sector.
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“University was amazing, hard, fulfilling and gave me memories I will always remember. It got me where I am today and I could never have done that without attending, and with the support from my friends, tutors and mentors.” Zara Wynne Midwife
Sports • We have excellent professional links and partnerships with sport associations, sports clubs and professional bodies including Wolverhampton Wanderers, Walsall, and West Bromwich Albion football clubs; British Judo; and Telford Tigers ice hockey team, with opportunities for placements and hands on experience. • Our courses are accredited and endorsed by organisations including: the Charted Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, and the Society of Sports Therapists. • Our partnership with the British Judo Association has been extended to 2032, and our Walsall Campus houses the Centre of Excellence, with new world class facilities supporting Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
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We have strong links with professional bodies.
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Key to our courses UCAS CODE
Code for use in the application process specific to the course.
CAMPUS
Your course may be taught at, or available to study at more than one location.
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
An extra year of study at the start of the course that provides an entry route onto a full Batchelor’s degree programme.
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
Degrees with a sandwich year option include an additional year of work experience in industry.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
These may include DBS checks, requirements qualification requirements, interviews or portfolio reviews. Visit: wlv.ac.uk and find your chosen course for full details.
DURATION
Number of years of study for a full-time course.
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
Entry requirements. See UCAS Tariff Calculator on page 38.
ACCESS
Y = Access courses are accepted for entry onto this course.
APPRENTICESHIP
Each individual apprenticeship programme has its own entry requirements which are mapped to the relevant apprenticeship standard. An individual’s eligibility to join an apprenticeship programme is defined by the requirements set out by the Education and Skills Funding Agency. Visit: wlv.ac.uk for further details.
HND/FOUNDATION
UG COURSES
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PG COURSES
APPRENTICESHIPS
Acting (BA)
W410
W
Y
3
96
Y
3
96
Y
ACCESS
Y
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
Y
DURATION
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
C
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
CAMPUS
N400
UCAS CODE
Accounting and Finance (BA)
COURSES
Acting and Theatre (BA)
Y
Aerospace Engineering (BEng)
H400
Adult Nursing (BNurs)
B740
Adult Nursing (MNurs)
B741
W
Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation (HND)
69C5
Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation (BSc) Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation (MSci)
T
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Y
3
112
Y
Y
4
120
Y
C
Y
2
32
Y
DD34
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
DD35
C
Y
4
128
Y
Animation (BA)
W271
C
Y
3
96
Y
Applied Biology (HND)
62C2
C
Y
2
32
Y
Architectural Design (HND)
653K
S
Y
2
32
Y
Architectural Design Technology (BSc)
K236
S
Y
3
96
Y
3
128
Y
3
96
Y
B, C, T, W
Y
Y
Y
Architectural Assistant Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Architecture (BSc)
K100
S
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (BSc)
GH76
C
Y
Y
Y
Audio Technology and Production (BA)
Y
Automotive Engineering (BEng)
Y
H303
Aviation Fire and Rescue (BSc) part time only
T
Y
Y
Y
DISTANCE
3
96
6
Y
Biochemistry (BSc)
C700
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Biological Sciences (BSc)
C120
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
32
Y
Y
Biology with Secondary Education (QTS) (BSc) Biomedical Science (HND)
83H7
C
Y
2
CAMPUS KEY: B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
DURATION
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
ACCESS
B990
CAMPUS
Biomedical Science (BSc)
UCAS CODE
COURSES
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Building Control Surveying Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Building Studies HNC Building Surveying (BSc)
K230
S
Y
3
96
Y
Business (HND)
422N
C
2
48
Y
Business Management (BA)
N202
3
96
Y
Y
C, D
Y
Y
Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Chemical Engineering (BEng)
H846
C
Chemistry (HND)
8P22
Chemistry (BSc)
F100
Chemistry (MChem)
F101
Chemistry with Secondary Education (QTS) (BSc)
Y
Y
Y
3
112
C
Y
Y
2
32
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
C
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4
120
Y
X330
C, W
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112
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Children’s Nursing (BNurs)
B730
B, W
Y
3
112
Y
Civil and Transportation Engineering (BEng)
H230
S
3
96
Y
Y
Y
Y
Civil and Transportation Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Civil Engineering (HND)
729H
S
Y
2
32
Y
Civil Engineering (BEng)
H200
S
Y
3
96
Y
Civil Engineering (MEng)
H205
S
Y
4
120
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Civil Engineering Studies HNC Computer Games Design (BA)
W284
C
Y
Computer Networking (BSc)
G420
C
Y
3
96
Y
Computer Science (BSc)
G400
C
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Y
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UCAS TARIFF POINTS
Y
3
96
Y
Computer Science (Software Engineering) (BSc)
G600
C
Y
3
96
Y
Computer Science with Secondary Education (QTS) (BSc)
X331
C, W
3
96
Y
Computing and Information Technology (BSc)
I101
C
Y
3
96
y
Construction and the Built Environment (HND)
83K9
S
2
32
Y
Construction Management (BSc)
K220
S
Y
3
96
Y
Creative and Professional Writing (BA)
W846
C
Y
3
96
Y
Criminology and Criminal Justice (BA)
MM92
C
Y
3
96
Y
Cybersecurity (BSc)
I161
C
3
96
Y
Dance (BA)
W500
W
3
96
Y
Dance and Creative Performance (BA)
W50A
W
3
Y
Data Science BSc (Hons)
I260
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3
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3
Y
Y
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Deaf Studies (BA) joint option only
C
Drama (BA)
W400
W
Y
3
96
Y
Early Childhood Studies (BA)
L591
W
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Economics (BA)
L104
C
Y
3
96
Y
Education, Childhood and Youth (BA)
XXH3
W
Y
3
Education Studies (BA)
X300
W
Y
3
96
Y
Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering (BEng)
H664
T
Y
Y
3
96
Y
English (BA)
Q300
C
Y
English Language (BA) joint only option
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
3
96
Y
3
112
Y
3
96
Y
English with Secondary Education (QTS) (BA)
XQ13
C, W
Environmental Health (BSc)
B912
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Y
96
ACCESS
DURATION
C
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
CAMPUS
G451
UCAS CODE
Computer Science (Games Development) (BSc)
COURSES
Y
Y
CAMPUS KEY: B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
ACCESS
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Fine Art (BA)
W100
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Fire and Rescue (BSc)
HN12
C
Y
3
96
Y
Football Coaching and Performance (BSc)
C626
W
Y
Y
3
112
Forensic Science (HND)
014F
C
Y
2
48
Y
DURATION
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
C
C
CAMPUS
W297 P311
UCAS CODE
Fashion (BA) Film and Television Production (BA)
COURSES
Environmental Health Practitioner Apprenticeship (Level 6) Y
Y
Y
Forensic Science (BSc)
F410
C
Y
Forensic Science (MSci)
59F3
C
Y
Y
Forensic Science with Policing (BSc)
Y
Y
Furniture Design (BDes)
W260
C
Y
Genetics and Molecular Biology (BSc)
C4C7
C
Y
Geography, Urban Environments and Climate Change (BSc)
L722
Glass and Ceramics (BA) Graphic Design (BA)
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
4
128
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
3
96
Y
S
3
96
Y
W266
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
W211
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
120
Y
Healthcare Science Cardiac Physiology (BSc) Healthcare Science (Physiological Science) (BSc)
B120
C
Y
3
Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Healthcare Science Respiratory and Sleep Physiology (BSc) Health Studies (BSc)
B900
C
Y
3
96
Y
History (BA)
V100
C
Y
3
96
Y
History with Secondary Education (QTS) (BA)
VX13
3
96
Y
Y
C, W
Y
CAMPUS KEY: B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
DURATION
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Illustration (BA)
W220
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Interior Design (BDes)
W262
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
International Business Management (BSc)
N120
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
International Hospitality Management (BA)
N294
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Interpreting (BSL/English) (BA)
BQ61
C
Y
3
96
Y
Law (LLB)
M100
C
3
96
Y
Learning Disability Nursing (BNurs)
B761
Y
Y
Y
ACCESS
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
C
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
CAMPUS
N602
UCAS CODE
Human Resource Management (BA)
COURSES
W
Y
3
112
Y
Linguistics (BA) joint only
C
Y
3
96
Y
Law (LLB) joint only
C
3
96
Y
Manufacturing Engineer BEng (Hons) Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Marketing Management (BA)
N501
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Mathematics (BSc)
G100
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Mathematics with Secondary Education (QTS) (BSc)
G673
Y
3
104
Y
Mechanical Engineering (BEng)
H300
T
Y
3
96
Y
Mechanical Engineering (MEng)
H301
T
Y
4
104
Y
Y
C, W Y
Y
Mechatronics Engineering (BEng)
H713
T
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Media (BA)
237Y
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Media, Film and Television Studies (BA)
P30F
C
Y
3
96
Y
Medical Physiology and Diagnostics (BSc)
B122
C
Y
3
96
Y
Mental Health Nursing (BNurs)
B760
C
Y
3
112
Y
Microbiology and Biotechnology (BSc)
C500
C
Y
3
96
Y
Midwifery (BSc)
B720
W
Y
3
112
Y
Y
Y Y
Midwifery Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)
CAMPUS KEY:
B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
Multimedia Journalism (BA)
P501
C
Music (BMus)
W30A
W
Music Education (BA)
WX34
W
3
Music for Education and Community Practice (BA)
WX33
W
Y
3
96
Y
Music Technology (BA)
WJ3X
W
Y
3
96
Y
Musical Theatre (BA)
W312
W
Y
3
96
Y
ACCESS
Y
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
Y
DURATION
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
T
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
CAMPUS
H033
UCAS CODE
Motorsport Engineering (BEng)
COURSES
Y
3
96
Y
3
96
Y
3
96
Y
Y Y
Nursing Associate Apprenticeship (Level 5) Occupational Therapy Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Paramedic Science (BSc)
B951
Y
3
104
Y
Pharmaceutical Science (HND)
8F15
T, W
C
Y
Y
2
32
Y
Pharmaceutical Science (BSc)
B230
C
y
3
96
Y
Pharmaceutical Science (MSci)
F151
C
Y
4
128
Y
Pharmacology (BSc)
B210
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Pharmacology MSci)
B211
C
Y
4
128
Y
Pharmacy (MPharm)
B231
C
Y
4
112
Y
Philosophy (BA)
Y240
C
3
96
Y
Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA (Hons)
VV66
C
Y
3
Photography (BA)
W640
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Physical Education School Sport (BA)
C629
W
Y
Y
Y
3
112
Y
Physics (BSc)
38R1
C
Y
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Physics with Secondary Education (QTS) (BSc)
F300
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Y
C, W
Physiotherapy (BSc)
B160
W
Y
Y
3
120
Y
Policing and Intelligence (BA)
L435
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
CAMPUS KEY: B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
Politics (BA) joint option only
C
Professional Policing (BA)
L900
C
Popular Music (BMus)
W390
W
Y
ACCESS
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
DURATION
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
CAMPUS
UCAS CODE
COURSES
3
96
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (Level 6) Primary Education (BA)
X120
W
Y
3
96
Y
Product Design (BDes)
W241
C
Y
3
96
Y
3
96
Y
Y
Y
Product Design & Development Engineer (Beng) Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Property Management and Real Estate (BSc)
N230
S
Psychology (BSc)
C800
C
Y
3
112
Y
Psychology (Counselling Psychology) (BSc)
C813
C
Y
3
112
Y
Psychology (Criminal Behaviour) (BSc)
C816
C
Y
3
112
Y
Public Health (BSc)
B914
C
Y
3
96
Y
Quantity Surveying (BSc)
K240
S
Y
3
96
Y
96
Y
Y
Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) Social Care (BA)
L563
C
Y
3
Social Care and Criminology and Social Justice BA (Hons)
LM59
C
3
Social Work (BA)
L500
C
3
104
Y
Social Policy (BA)
L400
C
Y
3
96
Y
Sociology (BA)
L300
C
Y
3
96
Y
Sociology and Politics (BA)
LL32
C
3
Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (BA)
X363
W
3
96
Y
Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)
Y
Y
CAMPUS KEY:
B – Burton Campus | C – City Campus, Wolverhampton | S - Springfield, Wolverhampton | T – Telford Campus | W – Walsall Campus
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
DURATION
3
112
Y
W
Y
Y
3
112
Y
C623
W
Y
Y
Y
3
112
Y
C614
W
Y
Y
Y
3
112
Y
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
XQ11
C
Y
3
96
Y
Textiles and Surface Pattern (BA)
W231
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
Tourism Management (BA)
N800
C
Y
Y
3
96
Y
War Studies (BA)
LV93
C
Y
3
96
Y
Young People, Family and Community (BA)
L593
W
3
96
Y
A-LEVEL
AS LEVEL
CAMPUS
W
Sport and Exercise Science (BSc)
C604
Sport and Exercise Therapy (BSc) Sports Coaching (BSc)
A*
56
/
Y
Y
BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA D*D*D*
168
A 48 20
D*D*D
160
B 40 16
D*DD
152
C 32 12
DDD
144
D 24 10
DDM
128
E 16 06
DMM
112
MMM
196
MMP
180
MPP
164
PPP
148
UCAS TARIFF CALCULATOR 38 UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON STUDENT GUIDE
ACCESS
FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE
Y
C618
UCAS TARIFF POINTS
SANDWICH YEAR AVAILABLE
Y
UCAS CODE
Y
Sport Business Management (BA)
COURSES
Apprenticeships What are higher and degree apprenticeships? Higher and Degree Apprenticeships are Apprenticeships which include the achievement of academic and vocational qualifications from diploma of higher education/HND level (NVQ Level 5) and above.
Benefits · Earn while you learn. · Develop in-demand workplace skills. · Get a head start with an employer that invests in you. · Benefit from state-of-the-art learning facilities.
Find out more Our Apprenticeship Hub is a one-stop destination where you can access valuable resources, support and information on our Apprenticeship programmes. Your employer can call: 0800 953 322 or email: apprenticeshiphub@wlv.ac.uk
Q&A How are they delivered? A combination of learning on the job and additional study. Do I need to be employed? Yes. You must already be employed and need to secure an apprenticeship role yourself. How long do they take to complete? Between 1-6 years. How much do they cost? Doing a Higher or Degree Apprenticeship won’t cost you, the Apprentice, a penny.
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UCAS
How to apply
So, you’re ready to apply – what next? Whatever your circumstances, we’re keen to make the application process as simple as possible for you. Most school-leavers apply for a full-time undergraduate course. You’ll need to do this through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Your school or college will be able to help you with your application, plus there’s loads of helpful advice and information on the UCAS website. Visit: ucas.com/apply If you want to apply for undergraduate parttime study, you should apply directly to us. Just visit our website, choose your course at: wlv.ac.uk/courses and click ‘Apply Now’.
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UCAS: Key Dates UCAS start accepting applications for autumn 2023 entry from mid-Sept 2022. The recommended deadline date for submitting your application through UCAS is 25 January 2023. Applications after this date will only be considered if there are vacancies left on the course. After 30 June 2023 applications enter the Clearing process.
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Next steps SEPTEMBER 2022
OCTOBER 2022 EVENT
01
UCAS APPLICATIONS OFFICIALLY OPEN
FEBRUARY 2023 EVENT
07
APPLICANT DAY A chance for you to attend our Applicant Day wlv.ac.uk/applicantday
JULY 2023
13
UCAS EXTRA CLOSES
NOVEMBER 2022 EVENT
02
03
WLV.AC.UK/ OPENDAYS
WLV.AC.UK/ OPENDAYS
MARCH 2023
FEB/MAY 2023
EVENT
08
APPLICANT DAY Another chance to attend our Applicant Day
JULY 2023
14
CLEARING OPENS
09
FINANCE Apply for finance – a confirmed place is not required to apply
AUGUST 2023
15
18 AUGUST RESULTS DAY! Hopefully you’ve got the grades you need. If not, visit: wlv.ac.uk/clearing to see what we can offer
DECEMBER 2022
04
INTERVIEWS START For more Information visit: wlv.ac.uk/ interviewguidance
MAY 2023
JANUARY 2023
05
UCAS DEADLINE 25 January 2023
JUNE 2023
EVENT
10
APPLICANT DAY Another chance to attend our Applicant Day
FEBRUARY 2023
06
UCAS EXTRA OPENS Used your 5 choices? Not holding any offers? Apply for an extra place.
JUNE 2023 EVENT
11
DECISION TIME
12
WLV.AC.UK/ OPENDAYS
SEPT/OCT 2023
16
START YOUR COURSE Enjoy Fresher’s Week and the start of teaching
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN OPEN DAYS
Disclaimer This student guide describes in outline the courses offered by the University of Wolverhampton. These, as well as other details, are correct at the time of going to print. However, courses and modules can be added or withdrawn without notice. Support offered and other details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information and list of courses currently offered, as well as campus tours, student case studies, and lots more useful information, visit: wlv.ac.uk
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