The University of Leicester is a leading UK university committed to international excellence through the creation of world changing research and high quality, inspirational teaching. We are proud to be ranked 22nd in the UK and 163rd in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 and 29th in the Complete University Guide 2023. We are rated Top 25 Research University (REF Research Power). 75% of our research was judged to be internationally excellent with wide-ranging impacts on society, health, culture and the environment.
Every year we welcome new students from across the globe – 32% of our students are international, from over 110 countries. The vibrant, multicultural city of Leicester is our home and our friendly, centrally located campus is within easy reach of London and other major cities by train.
Leicester is the 3rd most affordable city in the UK and also ranked the second happiest city in the UK. 94% of the University’s graduates are in employment or further study within six months, according to the latest DLHE survey.
Many of our courses come with the option of a one-year “with industry” paid work placement or study abroad.