Situated at the gateway to Wales, The University of Wales, Newport can trace its roots back to 1841. It has earned international renown for many of its courses and attracts students from over 70 countries around the world. Whether you are definitely thinking about studying with us, or you’re just having a look at the options, thank you for taking time to consider Newport. You’ll find a small but modern university, known for its warm welcome and atmosphere. We’re situated on two campuses, City Campus, which is in the heart of Newport City Centre, and the older Caerleon Campus in the peaceful Roman village of Caerleon. Situated at the “Gateway to Wales” you’ll find Newport to be an excellent base for exploring everything that Wales has to offer. From the spectacular mountains and opportunities for outdoor pursuits to some of the best beaches in Europe, Wales has it all. The University has enjoyed considerable success in recent years. Highlights include our high ranking for research in the last Research Assessment Exercise, continuing high performance in widening participation in the region, significant increases in home and international student applications and an exemplary quality assurance record. With an increasing focus on employability and enterprise education, a qualification from Newport will serve you well and ensure that you have the skills that employers require. Our business services have also been boosted in recent years, meaning we now help dozens of businesses at any one time with training, consultancy and short courses. In the last five years, the number of people applying to study at Newport has continued to rise as our reputation, both in the UK and abroad, grows. We continue to develop a portfolio of cutting edge courses that equip people with the skills they need for the future.