Worcester University is a public research university located in Worcester, United Kingdom. Initially established as a Teacher Training College in 1946, it was granted full university status in 2005.
It is currently one of the fastest growing universities in the United Kingdom with more than 10,000 undergraduate, postgraduate and part-time students.
The University maintains strategic partnerships with a number of prominent local and international institutions, such as Birmingham Metropolitan College in England, Coleg Gwent in Wales and Iron Mill College in Devon. The university also houses a dedicated placement department that aims to provide students with excellent work opportunities.
According to the most recent Longitudinal Educational Results, the University ranks in the top 10 in sustainable employment with 97% of Worcester students employed in further studies within 6 months of graduation.
University of Worcester Campus
The University has three main sites and outdoor teaching center
- St John's Campus,
- City Campus and
- Severn Campus
- Lakeside Campus (Outdoor Education Centre)
.The main campus of the university is known as St John's and is the main center for all classes. The campus is situated in the local area of St Johns, Worcester.
The second campus of the university is known as the City Campus and is home to the Worcester Business School. All Worcester Business School courses, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, are offered here.
Severn Campus Located between the St John's Campus and the City Campus, it is home to the University Stadium, the Riverside Building and the Garage Art Studios.
The Lakeside Campus is a fantastic outdoor learning and activity center,located in the countryside of Worcestershire, just a 10 minute drive from the main campus. The 50-acre site includes water sports lakes, grass pitches, woodlands and an activity centre.
University of Worcester Facilities in Campus
Location Specialities
Worcester University is situated in West Central England, Worcestershire, just a short walk from the train and bus stations. Renowned for its captivating history and vibrant culture, the city center is full of riverside cafés, trendy shops and a range of theaters and entertainment venues. One in ten people living in Worcester is a student.
Accommodation
Accommodation is guaranteed for first-year undergraduates who recognize Worcester as their first preference by the applicable deadline. There are over 1,000 beds available and they are self catering with internet access.
Awards
- No. 1 to the 2019 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for Quality Education in the UK.
- Placed in top 20 in the Times Great University Guide 2019 for student experience.
- Ranked in the top 15 of the 2019 Times Strong University Guide for Teaching.
- Student accommodation has been ranked top 10 in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2019.
Ranking
92nd in the Times University Guide 2020
88th in the Guardian University Guide 2020
Teaching Quality
The reputation for teaching has been recognised with a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
University of Worcester Study Options
- Allied health,
- Arts,
- Education,
- Environment,
- Humanities,
- Law,
- Maths
- Media.
- Nursing,
- Psychology,
- Sciences,
- Sports business,
Why UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
- No. 1 University in the UK in the 2019 Times Higher Education Impact Ranking for Quality Education.
- Worcester was in the Top 20 of the 2019 Times Good University Guide for student experience.
- LEO study has placed university in the top 10 for long-term employability in England.
- Worcester is a student town One in ten of students who live here.
How to Reach? Or Travel
As all of the campuses are centrally located and with excellent rail and road links, Worcester is easily accessible from the rest of the UK and the world. The University is both within convenient walking distance to the train station and bus terminal.
Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff as well as Herefordshire, Shropshire and the Black Country are all within easy reach.
University of Worcester Scholarships and Financial Aid for International Students
The international students are allowed for a merit-based scholarship to afford their study in the USA. The scholarship amount can be up to USD 15,000 (USD 1,875 per semester for up to eight semesters or upon completion of your degree).
The students will be automatically considered for a merit-based position and will be granted the awards based on their academic credentials. The additional renewal criteria include:
- At least cumulative grade point average of a 2.5 and continued good academic standing as a member of the campus community
- Must be a full-time UG student with enrollment in 12 or more day school undergraduate credits, each semester
- Residency classification as out-of-state for tuition purposes
Famous Aluminis
- Waqar Azmi OBE, diplomat and former Chief Adviser to the Prime Minister, Cabinet Office
- Jacqui Smith (politician)
- Daryl Mitchell (cricketer)
- Swaroop Sampat (actress and Femina Miss India 1979)
- Alan Dickens (rugby player)
- John Shimmin (politician)
- Rob Taylor (footballer, born 1985)
- Adam Willis (footballer)
- Imogen Thomas (model)[citation needed]
- Kyle Pryor (actor, Home and Away)
- Matthew Raggett (educationalist)
- Rosie Spaughton (YouTuber)
- Y S Avinash Reddy (Indian MP)
University of Worcester English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic
- UG - 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component)
- PG - 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component)
TOEFL iBT
- TOEFL English Language Tests no longer accepted as a SELT by UKVI from 1st July 2014.
PTE
- UG - 59 with no less than 51 in each component
- PG - 70 with no less than 51 in each component
The Requirements may Defer for some Programs.
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| Test | Minimum score required |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | IBT: 71 PBT: 520 CBT: 190 |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| Pearson PTE | 50 |
| DAAD | B2 |
| EIKEN | Pre-1 |
| iTEP | 3.5 |
University of Worcester Application Process
International students who want to seek admissions at Worcester State University can follow the below-mentioned application details:
Application Portal : Undergraduate and Graduate students can apply via the online portal.
Application Fee: The application fee is 50 USD for both UG and Graduate applications.
Admission Deadline:
For undergraduate course
- Fall Semester (September entrance) - April 1
- Nursing and Occupational Studies (fall only) - January 15
For graduate course
- Fall semester (September) - June 15
- Spring semester (January) - November 1
- Summer semester (May) - April 1
Supporting Documents:
- Visa/passport,
- Scores of Standardized Exams to study in the USA
- official transcripts,
- international student financial statement,
- letter of recommendation,
- proof of English proficiency,
- TOEFL- 71
- IELTS- 6.0
- Affidavit of Financial Support Form
