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alongside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial in the latest TEF/REF rankings
Top 20 in the UK
Ranked 20th in the Complete University Guide 2027
The UK's friendliest city and one of the happiest
Aviva 2025 and Guardian 2025
Targeted by graduate employers
We're in the top 30 most targeted universities by the UK’s leading graduate employers (High Fliers' Graduate Market Report 2026)

Our inclusive community, flexible courses, strong industry links, international opportunities, and lifelong career support are all designed to give you the best possible start towards the future you want.

Join us and challenge yourself to grow alongside global leaders and innovators. As a prestigious Russell Group member and Community University of the Year (The Mail University Guide 2026), we welcome students from all backgrounds and nationalities.

Clearing for 2026 entry opens on 2 July for students who have already received their results. Whether you’ve changed your mind about where or what you want to study, Clearing can open up exciting new opportunities. Applications will be available in selected subject areas — check back regularly for the latest updates and opportunities.

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What I wish I could go back and tell myself on results day: this redirection may just be the best thing that ever happens to you. The most important and valuable information to know is how helpful the Clearing team really are, they truly want to help individuals make the right choice for themselves.

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