The results are out! Every year QS release the rankings of the best universities in the UK and where they stand on the world stage. Historically the UK has been home to some of the finest universities, providing some of the finest higher education courses in the world. Hence why tens of thousands of students across the globe fly to the UK to go to university and earn a degree here.
This list is a top 5 of the best universities in the UK for the upcoming year. If you’d like to know what these are, then read on.
5) The University of Edinburgh (Global Rank: 20)
Located in the capital of Scotland, The University of Edinburgh has consistently ranked in the top 25. It’s one of the oldest universities in the world, founded in 1582. You’re sure to feel the heritage and history here. Furthermore, it’s one of the highest-ranking universities for international students. Scoring a 98.6.
4) Imperial College London (Global Rank: 9)
Imperial College London is a research-led university, specialising solely on science, engineering, medicine and business disciplines. Located in London, Imperial College London is a large attraction for international students alone. Moreover, scoring a maximum of 100 for international students and enrolling more international students than home students. Also scoring an incredibly high 99.9 for employer reputation.
3) UCL (Global Rank: 8)
Another world leader in research, except UCL doesn’t specialise in specific subjects. Boasting a wide range of subjects, you’re bound to find something here, delivering some of the best courses in the world. Again, UCL scores a maximum of 100 for international students and 99.3 for academic reputation.
2) Cambridge University (Global Rank: 7)
One of the most renowned UK universities, Cambridge University has consistently been in the top 10 in the world. Often ranked the number 1 university. It’s also the 4th oldest university in the world, founded in 1209. Boasting a 100 score in Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Faculty Student and International Faculty. 98 Nobel laureates and 15 prime ministers have also graduated from Cambridge University.
1) Oxford University (Global Rank: 4)
Oxford University is the oldest university in the world. Founded in the 11th century, Oxford University boasts 26 Nobel Prize winners, 26 UK prime ministers and 20 modern world leaders alumni. Additionally scoring 100 in Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation and Faculty Student.
These are the best 5 Universities in the UK 2020
These are only 5 universities; the UK has some of the best in the world, up and down the country. Check here to find your student accommodation for the UK university you’re going to.
