About the university
The University of Wolverhampton traces its roots to 1851, when teaching began at the town's School of Art. Wolverhampton Polytechnic was granted university status in 1992.
Wolverhampton is a public university in the West Midlands with a wide range of computing, data, AI and cyber security courses, and its computing provision is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. Many master's courses now include the chance of a professional development work placement.
For Indian students the attractions are low fees for the UK (£18,645 for most master's in 2026/27), automatic scholarships of £2,000 to £5,000, several start dates a year, and acceptance of Class 12 English marks. The university asks for 55% in a bachelor's degree for courses that need a UK 2:2.
Wolverhampton is a city in the West Midlands. University accommodation on City Campus starts at £103 a week with all bills included.
- Roots
- Teaching began in 1851 at the School of Art; Wolverhampton Polytechnic became a university in 1992
- Type
- Public university
- Campuses
- City Campus in Wolverhampton, plus Walsall and Telford campuses
- Intakes
- September, November, January and March for many computing master's; September and January for most others
- Master's fee (2026/27)
- £18,645 (non-lab) or £19,859 (lab-based) for most international postgraduate courses
- Accommodation
- City Campus rooms from £103 a week, all-inclusive (2026/27)
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
1001–1200 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
101st of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 15 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; November; January; March
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 15 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; November; January; March
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 15 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; November; January; March
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 15 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; November; January; March
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
MSc International Business Management
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 12 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; January; May
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 12 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,645
- Duration
- 16 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September; November; January; March
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
- Postgraduate
MBA Business Administration - Extended
- Fee / year
- £21,564
- Duration
- 12 months (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's standard postgraduate requirement
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science | 15 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc Computer Science | 15 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc Artificial Intelligence | 15 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc Cyber Security | 15 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc International Business Management | 12 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc Business Analytics | 12 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MSc Project Management | 16 months (full time) | £18,645 | ≈ ₹22.7 lakh |
| MBA Business Administration - Extended | 12 months (full time) | £21,564 | ≈ ₹26.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at University of Wolverhampton with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Full-time taught master's, 2026/27 entry
Academic Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship
Value: £5,000 for September 2026, November 2026 and January 2027 starts; £4,000 for other intakes
Eligibility: Privately funded international fee payers with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or above. Shown automatically on your offer letter; no application needed.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Full-time taught master's, 2026/27 entry
International Postgraduate Scholarship
Value: £2,000 for September 2026, November 2026 and January 2027 starts
Eligibility: International applicants with a 2:2 or below who do not qualify for the Academic Excellence award.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate, 2026/27 entry
Academic Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship
Value: £5,000 in Year 1 (September 2026 to January 2027 starts; £4,000 for other intakes), then £2,000 in Years 2 and 3
Eligibility: Students paying international fees; detailed automatically on the offer letter.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All levels
Deposit and early payment discounts
Value: £500 for early deposit payment and £1,000 for full fee payment before CAS
Eligibility: International students who meet the conditions; can be combined with the scholarships above.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Standard XII with between 60% and 63% overall, depending on the board and course (63% from boards not listed).
- You also need 68% to 72% in Standard XII English (depending on the board) if you are not using an English test.
Postgraduate
- A three- or four-year bachelor's or professional degree from an accredited university or college.
- For courses that need a UK 2:2, a minimum of 55% is required.
- MSc Data Science is a conversion course open to graduates of any subject.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Degree certificate and transcripts
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score or Class 12 English mark
- Personal statement
- References where the course asks for them
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or IELTS Online | Standard requirement: 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Some courses need 6.5 or higher. |
| Class 12 English | For postgraduate courses, 75% to 78% in Standard XII English is accepted, depending on the board; 68% to 72% for undergraduate courses. |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall with no component below 59 for IELTS 6.0 courses; 65 overall (59 in each) for IELTS 6.5 courses. |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 overall with no component below 100 for IELTS 6.0 courses; 120 (110 in each) for IELTS 6.5 courses. |
| TOEFL iBT | Tests before 21 January 2026: 67 overall with no section below 17 for IELTS 6.0 courses. Requirements for newer tests were marked 'to be confirmed'. |
Accommodation and living costs
University accommodation is on City Campus (Wolverhampton) and at Walsall. Fees are all-inclusive, including high-speed internet. A £500 advance rent payment secures your room. Prices below are for 2026/27.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| City Standard room£3,811 for a 37-week licence, £5,356 for 52 weeks | £103per week | ≈ ₹12,566 |
| City or Walsall en suite room£4,495.50 for a 37-week licence, £6,318 for 52 weeks | £122per week | ≈ ₹14,823 |
| Advance rent paymentDeducted from your final instalment | £500one-off | ≈ ₹61,000 |
Campus and location
The main City Campus is in Wolverhampton, with further campuses at Walsall and Telford. MSc Data Science, for example, is taught at City Campus.
- City Campus in Wolverhampton with on-campus halls.
- Walsall campus with en suite accommodation.
- A Telford campus, and the University of Wolverhampton Science Park for business links.
- BCS-accredited computing provision.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Many master's courses now offer a professional development work placement. MSc Data Science includes a live industry project. See our UK guide for post-study work rules.
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Wolverhampton?
Most master's are £18,645 a year (2026-27 fee, also shown for September 2027 starts). Lab-based courses are £19,859, the Extended MBA is £21,564 and Finance and Accounting (Extended) is £20,350.
Do I get a scholarship automatically?
Yes for 2026/27 entry: £5,000 off with a 2:1 or above (for September 2026 to January 2027 starts) or £2,000 off with a lower grade, shown on your offer letter.
Can I use my Class 12 English marks?
Yes. For master's, 75% to 78% in Standard XII English is accepted depending on your board; for bachelor's, 68% to 72%.
How many intakes are there?
Computing master's such as Data Science, Computer Science, AI and Cyber Security start in September, November, January and March. Business courses mostly start in September and January.
Is accommodation affordable?
City Campus standard rooms are £103 a week and en suites £121.50 a week in 2026/27, with all bills and internet included.
Sources
- University of Wolverhampton: MSc Data Science (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: MSc International Business Management (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: MSc Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: India country page (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: international fees and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: accommodation fees 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wolverhampton: our history (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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