1.University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge, located around 60 miles north of London, traces its history back to 1209. Around 19,000 students attend the university and more than 35 percent of them study at the graduate level. There are six schools: arts and humanities; biological sciences; clinical medicine; humanities and social sciences; physical sciences; and technology. Dozens of academic departments and other divisions constitute these schools. The academic calendar at Cambridge is divided into three terms – Michaelmas (fall), Lent (winter) and Easter (spring). English is the language of instruction at the university.
Cambridge contains 31 residential colleges, which are responsible for admitting undergraduate and graduate students; three colleges – Lucy Cavendish College, Murray Edwards College and Newnham College – are women-only. Some small-group instruction for undergraduates also takes place at the colleges. Most undergraduate students at the University of Cambridge are guaranteed college housing for at least three years. Many new graduate students can also utilize college housing. Around 20 percent of the student body is from outside of the European Union; tuition costs are higher for non-EU students and vary depending on the field of study. Cambridge has more than 100 libraries, including college and department libraries. The university has around 140 centers and institutes that contribute to different areas of research, such as the Centre of African Studies; the Cambridge Centre for Economic and Public Policy; and the Institute of Theoretical Geophysics. In a recent year, the university received around $415 million in research grants and contracts.
2.University of Reading
The University of Reading celebrated the 90th anniversary of its Royal Charter in 2016. The focus of the celebrations took place on Thursday 17 March 2016, which marked 90 years since the Royal Charter was granted on the same date in 1926.
Over the decades we have become innovators and pioneers, pushing academic boundaries and leading social change.
By studying at the University of Reading, you will become part of a truly international community of more than 5000 international students from over 140 countries.
The University was established in 1892 and originated as a University of Oxford extension college. Today, it is ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016/17 and QS World University Rankings 2018) and holds a world-class reputation for the quality of its teaching, research and links to business. Additionally, it has recently invested in a state-of-the-art campus in Malaysia.
Our award-winning Whiteknights campus is set in 130 hectares of beautiful parkland. It's the perfect place for you to make a home away from home in the UK and achieve your academic and career goals.
3.Ulster University
Ulster University is a large, diverse and modern institution with over 25,000 students and 3,000 staff. The University has ambitious development plans, notably the expansion of the Belfast City campus to open in 2018, accommodating students and staff currently based in Belfast and Jordanstown in a stunning 21st century building. The new enhanced Belfast campus will transform higher education in the city, creating dynamic teaching and learning environments with state of the art facilities in line with Belfast's vision of being a 'Smart City'. This campus will be a world-class centre for research and innovation, facilitating creative and technological excellence. With four campuses across Northern Ireland, Ulster University is deeply embedded in every aspect of the region’s life and work.
4.Sheffield Hallam University
We can trace our roots right back to 1843, when the Sheffield School of Design was founded to provide skilled designers to support Britain's industry.
In the early days we were a somewhat smaller institution. Lessons were given in the Bath Saloon, a rented room above the baths on Glossop Road, which is now home to a pub. Lessons had an average attendance of 32 people. We later moved into the purpose-built Sheffield School of Art on Arundel Street.
Academic departments
Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Department of Computing
Department of Engineering and Mathematics
Sheffield Institute of Arts (SIA)
Department of Media Arts and Communication
Faculty of Development and Society
Department of the Natural and Built Environment
Sheffield Institute of Education (SIOE)
Department of Education, Childhood and Inclusion
Department of Teacher Education
TESOL Centre (Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages)
Department of Psychology, Sociology and Politics
Department of Humanities
Department of Law and Criminology
Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Department of Allied Health Professions
Department of Biosciences and Chemistry
Department of Nursing and Midwifery
Centre for Leadership
Centre for Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education
Academy of Sport and Physical Activity
Department of Social Work and Social Care and Community Studies
Sheffield Business School
Department of Finance, Accounting and Business Systems
Department of Management
Department of Service Sector Management
5.Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University is one of the leading modern universities in the UK. Located in an inspiring city, where students make up 24% of the adult population, Oxford Brookes welcomes nearly 18,000 students from more than 150 different countries each year.
As the only UK university in the QS world rankings of top 50 institutions under 50 years old (QS, 2018) and among the world elite in 16 subjects (QS, 2017), Oxford Brookes enjoys an international reputation for teaching excellence and innovation.
Oxford Brookes has strong links with business and industry providing exceptional hands-on learning opportunities and connections with employers, ensuring that 93.2% of our graduates are in work and/or further study 6 months after graduating (HESA, 2017).
Oxford Brookes provides top-quality support services to help every student achieve their best academically and personally. We continue to invest in our multi award-winning facilities and campuses, and with a 10 year, £220 million campus investment plan, Oxford Brookes is an exciting place to learn, study and live.
At Oxford Brookes you’ll be joining an innovative, diverse student community where you'll be supported to flourish and develop the skills you need to create your future.
| Subject rank | Overall rank | University | Total score |
| 1 | 1 | University of Cambridge | 100.0.0 |
| 2 | 32 | University of Reading | 96.7 |
| 3 | 73 | Ulster University | 94.9 |
| 4 | 70= | Sheffield Hallam University | 92.4 |
| 5 | 84 | Oxford Brookes University | 92.1 |
| 6 | 47= | Nottingham Trent University | 92.0.0 |
| 7 | 105 | Birmingham City University | 89.8 |
| 8 | 109= | University of Greenwich | 86.4 |
| 9 | 106= | University of Westminster | 84.5 |
