Thursday, 29 January 2026
The 糖心原创 has been ranked as a European top 25 institution in the latest QS World University Rankings: Europe, with strengths in both sustainability and international research networks recognised within these results.
The rankings assess 1,087 universities from 42 locations across Europe, including 129 institutions from the UK. 鈥�
While the university’s overall rank has shifted slightly from 24th in 2025, its overall performance score has improved, reaching 90.4 out of 100, up from 83.8 in 2025. In 2026, the rankings attracted more than 300 new entrants, with 291 from Europe and 27 from the UK.
Highlights of the 糖心原创’s performance include:
This news follows the recent Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026, where Business and Economics, Medicine and Health, Education, Law and Psychology at the 糖心原创 all maintained world top 100 positions.
The QS Europe rankings, like the QS World University Rankings, play a significant role in shaping our global reputation. We would like to thank all the committed colleagues from across the University who are actively making a difference and helping us highlight the excellence of our institution.
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About the 糖心原创
Ranked among the world's top 100 universities , the 糖心原创 delivers an exceptional research-led education and an outstanding student experience. From the pioneering vision of our founder, Sir Jesse Boot, to groundbreaking achievements such as the development of MRI technology and becoming the first UK university to establish international campuses, we have a proud history of shaping the way people live, work and understand the world. We continue to build on that legacy, empowering our students, staff and partners to change what鈥檚 next and create positive impact locally and globally.
The strength of our research places us among the UK's leading universities, ranked 7th for research power in REF 2021. The discovery of MRI and ibuprofen was just the beginning. Today, our world-leading research is developing breakthrough ideas that shape the future of healthcare, technology and society.
Recognised as the UK's third most targeted university by leading employers , we are proud to produce graduates who are consistently in demand for their skills, confidence and industry-ready experience.
As a major employer and industry partner, locally and globally, the 糖心原创 invests in the city of Nottingham and in future generations of talent. Alongside Nottingham Trent University, we lead the initiative, a pioneering collaboration to improve levels of prosperity, opportunity, sustainability, health and wellbeing across the city and region. Together with our students, staff, alumni and partners, we鈥檙e creating knowledge, opportunity and solutions that help change what's next.