QS Stars in the UK

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The UK is another key attractive destination for tourists, travellers and students. Rich in history, the United Kingdom is home to many famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Old Trafford and to renowned institutions such as Cambridge University and Oxford University.

UK also has a large number of institutions, many of which are in the top 500 QS World University Rankings. With such a wider variety of institutions offering different courses, it is important to seek out the university that fits your criteria.

Rated Universities

Cambridge University*

United Kingdom

The mission of the University of Cambridge is to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning, and research at the highest international levels of excellence. The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest universities in the world and one of the largest in the United Kingdom. There are 31 Colleges in Cambridge. Each College is an independent institution with its own property and income.  Cambridge University's reputation for outstanding academic achievement is known world-wide and reflects the intellectual achievement of its students, as well as the world-class original research carried out by the staff of the University and the Colleges. Its reputation is endorsed by the Quality Assurance Agency and by other external reviewers of learning and teaching, such as External Examiners.

*Incomplete data (independently audited based on publicly available information)

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King's College London

United Kingdom

King's College London is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, learning and understanding in the service of society. King's College London's strong performance across all areas of the QS Stars evaluation has helped achieve its Five Star status. King's College London faculty members include over 20 current prolific academic experts and over 25% international faculty members. An excellent student faculty ratio and according to the NSS results, King's College London received more than 80% student satisfaction with both the teaching quality and overall university experience. King's College London is an attractive destination for perspective students around the globe, with over 20% international students. More than five spin off companies have been established in the last five years, over 50 current patents have been registered and more than 10 joint research projects with distinct corporations.

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Swansea University

United Kingdom
Founded in 1920, the University stands in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, Britain's first 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. As Wales' second city, Swansea enjoys a full range of social, cultural and sporting amenities and excellent transport links: London is 192 miles away, under three hours by train, and Cardiff, the capital of Wales, is less than an hour away

The University offers over 529 undergraduate courses and 130 postgraduate courses in subjects ranging from American Studies to Zoology. As well as these full and part-time options the University offers an extensive range of continuing-education programmes and we pride ourselves on the holistic experience we are able to offer our students. With around 10,300 students the University is substantial enough to have excellent facilities, but small enough to have a friendly feel. And what a location! From the campus you can travel along the sea front to the Marina and the city centre, or to the vibrant old fishing village of Mumbles. Situated between the lively modern city of Swansea and the unspoiled beaches of the Gower Peninsula the location is unparalleled.

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University of Central Lancashire

United Kingdom

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