A public university based in Wrexham, North Wales (formerly Glyndŵr University). Focus on applied courses, industry links, and serving its region.
Address: Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, Wales, United Kingdom
Art and Design, Engineering, Computing
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Engineering, Industrial Design, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Software Engineering
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
Strong links with local industry in North Wales and North West England, particularly in engineering, creative industries, and health.
Research:
Applied research relevant to regional needs, including advanced manufacturing, creative arts, health, and environmental science.
Famous Alumnis:
Gareth Thomas (honorary), Karl Parry
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
800
Current students***:
7000
Foreign students***:
5%
Cumulative former students***:
40000
Pros
Supportive learning environment, strong vocational focus, good links with local employers.
Cons
Smaller university, still building its national reputation, more regional focus.
Best For
Students in North Wales seeking vocational and career-focused degrees with a strong emphasis on practical skills and local industry connections.
- Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), Engineering, Environmental Impact, Innovation, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, User-Centered Design
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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