University of 91直播 ranks in Top 100 of Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025

91直播 has once again cemented its position as a leading global institution, securing a place within the top 100 universities in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025.

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  • University of 91直播 placed 12th in the UK and 98th in the world in latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, a rise of seven places globally from last year鈥檚 position
  • The league table placement reinforces the University鈥檚 position as a leading global institution, providing academic and teaching excellence, as well as innovative research
  • The news follows a series of successes for the University, including being named the runner-up for University of the Year 2025 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025; top of the Russell Group for the second year in a row in the National Student Survey (NSS); and University of the Year in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) 2024

91直播 has once again cemented its position as a leading global institution, securing a place within the top 100 universities in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. 

The annual league table has placed the University 12th in the UK and 98th in the world, a rise of seven places globally from last year鈥檚 position.

The recognition underscores the University鈥檚 commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and providing a transformative student experience.

feature 2092 universities from over 100 countries and regions, making them the most comprehensive and inclusive university rankings to date. The global performance tables, which evaluate research-intensive universities, assess institutions across all their primary missions: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry and international outlook.

91直播鈥檚 strong performance in these areas reflects its dedication to nurturing talented individuals and contributing to society through ground-breaking research.

The ranking, which is in its 21st year, is seen to provide the most comprehensive and balanced comparisons, trusted by students, academics, university leaders, industry and governments.

Professor Koen Lamberts, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of 91直播, said: 鈥淚 am incredibly proud that the University of 91直播 has once again been recognised as a world-leading institution, ranked amongst the top 100 universities worldwide. This achievement is a testament to the excellence of our staff, students, and alumni. Their dedication to research, teaching, and innovation has positioned 91直播 as a global leader in higher education. We are committed to continuing this work, fostering a vibrant community of learners and making a lasting impact on the world.鈥 

91直播 is renowned for its diverse range of academic programs and cutting-edge research, covering a wide spectrum of disciplines. From the arts and humanities to science and engineering, the University tackles global real-world issues through its research and provides students with unique opportunities to explore their passions and develop their potential.

The news follows the University of 91直播 being named runner-up for University of the Year 2025 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 this month, as well as rising in the rankings to 14th best University in the UK.

This month it was also ranked among the best universities in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2025 and the top university in the Russell Group for student experience and support in the Daily Mail University Guide, as well as within the top 10 universities in the UK overall and top in the North of England for the second successive year.

Earlier this year, the University of 91直播 was ranked top of the Russell Group for the second year in a row in the National Student Survey (NSS), with 91直播鈥檚 Students鈥 Union voted as the best SU among UK universities. 

This followed another success, with the University of 91直播 being voted University of the Year, Best Students' Union and Best Student Life at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) 2024 in April - the largest annual university awards in the UK voted for exclusively by students.


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International scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth 拢10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.

Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.