University of Wolverhampton
West Midlands, England
How much do University of Wolverhampton graduates earn by subject?
University of Wolverhampton graduates earn a median salary of £25,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £43,800, while Philosophy and religious studies graduates earn £22,400.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £30,000 | £31,000 | £40,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £30,000 | £28,500 | £35,000 |
| Computing | £26,500 | £22,500 | £26,000 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £28,000 | £33,000 |
| Biosciences | £26,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| Education and teaching | - | £20,000 | £22,000 |
| Business and management | £26,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £20,500 | £23,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,000 | £22,500 | £22,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £23,250 | £16,500 | £19,250 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | - | £18,500 | £19,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Wolverhampton?
In 2024, University of Wolverhampton received 31,985 applications and accepted 5,885 students, giving an acceptance rate of 18.4%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Wolverhampton?
80% of University of Wolverhampton graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 22 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,400 to £43,800. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 95.2% | £43,800 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 88.7% | £43,300 |
| Mathematical sciences | 83.3% | £33,600 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 76.7% | £33,200 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.8% | £33,200 |
| Computing | 89.1% | £29,700 |
| Allied health | 92% | £28,100 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 84.3% | £26,600 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 93.9% | £26,300 |
| Biosciences | 80.8% | £25,900 |
| Education and teaching | 87.9% | £25,900 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 89.2% | £25,600 |
| Business and management | 80.9% | £25,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 73.8% | £25,600 |
| History and archaeology | 90.3% | £24,500 |
| Psychology | 83.1% | £24,100 |
| Health and social care | 82.5% | £24,100 |
| Law | 84.9% | £24,100 |
| English studies | 83.5% | £23,700 |
| Performing arts | 84% | £22,700 |
| Creative arts and design | 72.9% | £22,600 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 89.4% | £22,400 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Engineering £43,800
- 2 Architecture, building and planning £43,300
- 3 Mathematical sciences £33,600
- 4 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £33,200
- 5 Nursing and midwifery £33,200
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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