University of Worcester
URN: 133911 • Worcester WR2 6AJ
Overview
- Name
- University of Worcester
- URN
- 133911
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Green (since 2025) , Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive
- Telephone
- 01905855000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Henwick Grove, Worcester WR2 6AJ
Summary
The University of Worcester is a mixed-gender higher education institution located in the historic city of Worcester, Worcestershire. Recognised for its strong focus on employability, the university has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education Awards 2025 as a finalist for University of the Year. It boasts the highest rate of sustained employment and further study among multidisciplinary universities in the UK, as evidenced by the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) data from 2017 to 2025.
The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supported by extensive employer partnerships that provide students with valuable placement opportunities. This hands-on experience is designed to ensure that graduates are well-prepared for the workforce. Additionally, the university fosters a vibrant community, encouraging students to engage in various clubs and societies, enhancing their social and academic experiences.
Worcester itself is a lively city known for its rich history and cultural scene, providing students with a welcoming environment to live and study. The university hosts regular open days, allowing prospective students and their families to explore the campus and learn more about the educational opportunities available.
The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supported by extensive employer partnerships that provide students with valuable placement opportunities. This hands-on experience is designed to ensure that graduates are well-prepared for the workforce. Additionally, the university fosters a vibrant community, encouraging students to engage in various clubs and societies, enhancing their social and academic experiences.
Worcester itself is a lively city known for its rich history and cultural scene, providing students with a welcoming environment to live and study. The university hosts regular open days, allowing prospective students and their families to explore the campus and learn more about the educational opportunities available.
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Nearby alternatives
- Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit (60.5)
- Fort Royal (56.9)
- Regency High School (54.4)
- The Aspire Academy (53.4)
- Riversides School (48.0)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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