Wales — university guide
The 8 universities in Wales in 2026
An informative guide to the 8 higher education institutions in Wales: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
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Universities
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Public
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Private
#168
Best ranking
Cardiff University
13,000 GBP
Min bachelor fee
38
Programs
Bachelor fee range in Wales
Based on the 8 universities in Wales that published their fees.
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Universities in Wales: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
8
Public universities
The public institutions in Wales
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Private universities
The private institutions in Wales
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6
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
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8
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
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University fees
Tuition fee analysis
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Programs
Fields offered in Wales
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List of universities in Wales in 2026
8 universities listedAberystwyth University
#462Public10 10 programs· Public UK university, historic and research-reputed.
Bangor University
#601Public10 10 programs· Public UK university in Wales, renowned for its natural setting.
Cardiff University
#168Public18 18 programs· Public Welsh university, Russell Group member, strong in research.
Swansea University
#418Public10 10 programs· Public UK university in Wales, renowned for research and innovation.
Wrexham University
Public10 10 programs· Public Welsh university specializing in education, health, and arts.
University of South Wales
#1300Public7 7 programs· Modern university specializing in engineering and health.
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Public11 11 programs· Public Welsh university specializing in arts, education, and humanities.
Cardiff Metropolitan University
#801Public9 9 programs· Public UK university in Wales, focused on art and design.