Study Abroad in Wales
Last updated Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Bucks County Community College officials are proud to announce a groundbreaking international partnership — the College’s first — with Wrexham University in Wales, UK, offering Bucks students a seamless and affordable path to earning a globally recognized bachelor’s degree in as little as one year abroad. This unique program allows students to explore the world, immerse themselves in a different culture, and graduate with an international degree in only three years with an option to earn their MBA in the fourth year.
This new transfer opportunity comes at a time when U.S. students are increasingly looking beyond national borders for affordable, high-quality higher education. According to a recent article in The Independent, UK universities are seeing a surge in applications from American students, many of whom are drawn by lower tuition costs, shorter degree programs, and the chance to travel abroad.
Through the new Bucks-Wrexham agreement, students completing their associate degree in Business Administration at Bucks can transfer directly to Wrexham University to complete a bachelor’s degree in either Business and Management or Accounting and Finance Management in just one additional year. Participants may also opt to stay for an accelerated MBA, completing the graduate degree in just four years total from their Bucks start.
“This is more than a transfer agreement — it’s a transformational experience,” said Bucks County Community College President & CEO Patrick M. Jones. “Our students gain access to a high-quality international education at a fraction of the cost of many U.S. institutions, while immersing themselves in Welsh culture and gaining a global perspective.”
The partnership also builds on the growing connection between Wrexham and the greater Philadelphia region, thanks in part to actor and producer Rob McElhenney. A South Philadelphia native and co-owner of Wrexham A.F.C., McElhenney has helped put the Welsh town on the map for many Americans through the acclaimed documentary “Welcome to Wrexham.” His pride in his Philly roots and genuine investment in Wrexham’s resurgence as a community highlight the deep cultural resonance this opportunity offers to Bucks students.
Moss Garde, Pro Vice-Chancellor for External Engagement and Partnerships at Wrexham University, said: “This international partnership with Bucks County Community College is incredibly exciting as it reflects our commitment to creating global pathways in education. By opening up new opportunities for collaboration and student mobility, we are delivering on our newly launched 2030 vision and strategy to be a connected, inclusive, and globally engaged university.”
Students enrolled in the program will benefit from:
- A $2,500 scholarship toward tuition
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and award-winning teaching
- The chance to live in Wrexham, a vibrant town situated on the Wales-England border and just a short train ride from London, Liverpool, and Manchester
Founded in 1887 and granted university status in 2008, Wrexham University is home to more than 9,000 students — including more than 1,500 international students — and is ranked #1 in Wales for teaching excellence and social inclusion.
The Bucks-Wrexham partnership is part of the College’s larger commitment to global citizenship. A proud member of the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia (BABCPHL), Bucks County Community College is committed to providing students innovative, affordable educational pathways that prepare them for success in today’s global economy.
For more information or to apply, students should contact the School of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies at Bucks via email to business@bucks.edu or visit Wrexham Bound on the website.