Top 1000 Universities

Rank #1 United Kingdom

University of Oxford

The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world, with evidence of teaching dating back to 1096. It operates as a collegiate research university, consisting of 39 independent constituent colleges. Oxford is consistently ranked among the world's best for its "tutorial system," where students receive personalized instruction from experts. It has produced 30 UK Prime Ministers, 73 Nobel Prize winners, and dozens of international heads of state.

Overall Score: 95.4
Students: 20665
International: 41%

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Rank #3 United Kingdom

University of Cambridge

Founded in 1209, Cambridge is the third-oldest university in continuous operation in the world. Like Oxford, it follows a collegiate system with 31 colleges. Cambridge is a powerhouse of scientific discovery, having been the home of Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking. It is a central hub for the "Silicon Fen" technology cluster and has been associated with over 120 Nobel laureates, more than any other single institution.

Overall Score: 94.4
Students: 18980
International: 37%

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Rank #10 United Kingdom

Imperial College London

Imperial College London is a public research university that focuses exclusively on science, engineering, medicine, and business. Originally part of the University of London, it became independent in 2007. Located in the cultural hub of South Kensington, it is a global leader in health and climate change research and is often ranked as the top university in London.

Overall Score: 89.8
Students: 16760
International: 56%

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Rank #27 United Kingdom

London School of Economics and Political Science

LSE is a public research university specializing in social sciences. Located in central London, it is one of the most international universities in the world and has produced more than 50 world leaders and 18 Nobel laureates in economics, peace, and literature.

Overall Score: 81.3
Students: 10570
International: 71%

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Rank #30 United Kingdom

University of Edinburgh

Founded in 1582, the University of Edinburgh is the sixth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and a member of Scotland's ancient universities. It played a central role during the Scottish Enlightenment, with alumni including Charles Darwin, David Hume, and Alexander Graham Bell.

Overall Score: 79.4
Students: 29435
International: 41%

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Rank #36 United Kingdom

King's College London

Established in 1829 by King George IV, King's is a founding college of the University of London. It is particularly distinguished in the fields of law, medicine, and social sciences. It was the site of the discovery of the structure of DNA (by Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins).

Overall Score: 75.7
Students: 26055
International: 44%

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Rank #55 United Kingdom

University of Manchester

The University of Manchester is a public research university formed in 2004 by the merger of UMIST and the Victoria University of Manchester. It is the site where the atom was first split (by Ernest Rutherford) and where the first stored-program computer was built.

Overall Score: 69.7
Students: 37040
International: 40%

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Rank #71 United Kingdom

UNSW Sydney

The University of New South Wales is a public research university in Sydney. It is particularly strong in engineering, law, and business, and is a founding member of the Group of Eight research-intensive universities.

Overall Score: 65.9
Students: 44336
International: 41%

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Rank #77 United Kingdom

University of Warwick

Warwick is a public research university established in 1965 as part of a government initiative to expand higher education. It is known for its strong links with the business world and its world-class mathematics department.

Overall Score: 64.6
Students: 20600
International: 41%

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Rank #87 United Kingdom

University of Bristol

Bristol is a "red brick" research university founded in 1876. It was the first university in England to admit women on an equal basis with men and is highly regarded for its social sciences and engineering.

Overall Score: 63.2
Students: 21785
International: 27%

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Rank #99 United Kingdom

University of Glasgow

Founded in 1451, Glasgow is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world. It was a center of the Scottish Enlightenment and the home of Adam Smith. Today, it is a global leader in medicine, veterinary medicine, and engineering.

Overall Score: 62.2
Students: 25355
International: 37%

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Rank #110 United Kingdom

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London is a member of the Russell Group and is uniquely situated across several campuses in East and Central London. It has a rich history dating back to 1785 and is particularly strong in medicine and dentistry through Barts and The London School. The university is noted for its high research output and its commitment to social mobility and community engagement.

Overall Score: 61.3
Students: 17800
International: 43%

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Rank #112 United Kingdom

University of Birmingham

Established in 1900, the University of Birmingham was the UK's first 'red brick' university, receiving its royal charter as a successor to Queen's College. It is a founding member of the Russell Group and has a storied history of scientific breakthroughs, including the development of the cavity magnetron. The university remains a leader in physics, engineering, and social sciences.

Overall Score: 60.9
Students: 29540
International: 29%

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Rank #117 United Kingdom

University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield is a prominent 'red brick' university and a member of the Russell Group. It is globally recognized for its world-leading research in engineering, particularly through its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). The university also boasts high rankings in the social sciences, architecture, and journalism.

Overall Score: 60.1
Students: 26220
International: 34%

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Rank #122 United Kingdom

University of Southampton

The University of Southampton is a research-intensive university in England and a founding member of the Russell Group. It is a world leader in maritime sciences, fiber optics, and aerospace engineering. The university is also home to the National Oceanography Centre, one of the world's leading institutions for marine research.

Overall Score: 59.8
Students: 23865
International: 34%

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Rank #133 United Kingdom

Durham University

Durham University is a collegiate public research university in England, founded in 1832. It is characterized by its historic castle and cathedral, which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Durham is consistently ranked among the top UK universities for its programs in geography, theology, and the humanities.

Overall Score: 58.5
Students: 16965
International: 30%

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Rank #139 United Kingdom

Lancaster University

Lancaster University is a collegiate public research university in England known for its high-ranking Management School and its focus on sustainability. Established in 1964, it is one of the few UK universities to maintain a collegiate system for student life. Lancaster is consistently recognized for its high student satisfaction and its global research impact.

Overall Score: 58
Students: 12655
International: 38%

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Rank #146 United Kingdom

University of Exeter

The University of Exeter is a research-intensive university in South West England and a member of the Russell Group. It is world-renowned for its research in climate change, sustainability, and environmental sciences. The university operates three campuses, including the historic Streatham campus and the Cornwall campus, which focuses on ecology and renewable energy.

Overall Score: 57.4
Students: 21450
International: 28%

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Rank #146 United Kingdom

University of Sussex

The University of Sussex is a public research university in Brighton, England, established in 1961. It is famous for its interdisciplinary approach to education and is globally recognized as the top institution for development studies. The campus is noted for its modern architecture and its location within the South Downs National Park.

Overall Score: 57.4
Students: 14980
International: 39%

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Rank #152 United Kingdom

University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a global research-intensive university and a member of the Russell Group. It is known for its large-scale international presence, with campuses in China and Malaysia. The university is a leader in pharmacy, agriculture, and engineering, and was the site of the invention of the MRI scanner.

Overall Score: 57.2
Students: 29700
International: 29%

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Rank #155 United Kingdom

University of Leeds

The University of Leeds is a major 'red brick' university and a member of the Russell Group. Established in 1904, it is one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. The university is highly regarded for its research in transportation, food science, and the humanities, and boasts a large and diverse student body.

Overall Score: 57.1
Students: 30235
International: 29%

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Rank #165 United Kingdom

University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool is a founding 'red brick' university and a member of the Russell Group. Established in 1881, it was the first university in the world to establish departments in architecture and civic design. It remains a leader in public health, veterinary science, and materials chemistry.

Overall Score: 56.3
Students: 23055
International: 33%

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Rank #166 United Kingdom

University of Leicester

The University of Leicester is a research-intensive public university in England, famous for being the site where genetic DNA profiling was discovered by Sir Alec Jeffreys. The university also gained global attention for the discovery and identification of the remains of King Richard III. It is a leader in space science and archaeology.

Overall Score: 56.1
Students: 14645
International: 32%

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Rank #192 United Kingdom

University of East Anglia

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a research-intensive university in Norwich, England, founded in 1963. It is world-famous for its creative writing program and its leadership in environmental sciences and climate research. The university's Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts is a major architectural and cultural landmark.

Overall Score: 54.2
Students: 15195
International: 28%

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