University of Wales

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University of Wales
Prifysgol Cymru
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MottoGoreu Awen Gwirionedd
Motto in English
The Best Inspiration is Truth
TypePublic
Established1893
ChancellorPrince of Wales
Vice-ChancellorMedwin Hughes
Students70,000+
Location,
Websitewww.wales.ac.uk


The University of Wales (Welsh: Prifysgol Cymru ) is a confederal university system in Wales, United Kingdom. Established in 1893, it was the first university in Wales and has played a significant role in the development of higher education in the country.

History[edit | edit source]

The University of Wales was founded in 1893 as a federal university with three constituent colleges: University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, University College of North Wales, and University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire. Over the years, it expanded to include other institutions, becoming a significant educational body in Wales.

In 2007, the University of Wales underwent a major restructuring, leading to the creation of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David in 2010, which merged with several other institutions. Despite these changes, the University of Wales continues to exist as a degree-awarding body.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The University of Wales operates as a confederal university, meaning it is composed of several constituent institutions that are largely autonomous but share a common degree-awarding framework. The main administrative offices are located in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.

Academic Profile[edit | edit source]

The University of Wales offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. It is known for its research output and has several research centers and institutes that contribute to various fields of study.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

The University of Wales has produced many notable alumni, including politicians, scientists, and artists. Some of the distinguished alumni include:

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD