Rankings of Brunel University

Established in 1957, Brunel University is located in the large town of Uxbridge, in suburban London. Thanks to its location, Brunel University has numerous public transport connections to London, which students make use of for expanding their options when it comes to work experience placements. The admission rate is lower than in many universities, so applicants should prepare their personal statements and interviews well when applying to enrol here.

Latest ranking updates for Brunel University
  • September 2023: New edition of THE World University Rankings. Brunel University ranked #351.
  • September 2023: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management) with Brunel University in position 86.
  • September 2023: Publication of The Guardian League Table. Ranking position #121.
  • August 2023: New edition of ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking. Brunel University ranked #701.

University rankings

    • #88 
    • #110 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #97 
    • #121 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #77 
    • #95 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #351 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #61 
    • #343 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #301 
    QS Employability Rankings
    [Published 23 September, 2021]
    • #11 
    • #228 
    THE Global Employability University Ranking
    [Published 23 November, 2022]
    • #30 
    • #485 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #36 
    • #701 
    ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 15 August, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #922 
    CWTS Leiden Ranking
    [Published 22 June, 2022]
    • #34 
    • #630 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #560 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #31 
    • #551 
    NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #659 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #28 
    • #398 
    RUR World University Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #443 
    RUR Reputation Ranking
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #386 
    RUR Academic Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #80 
    • #588 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #33 
    • #341 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #31 
    • #448 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #74 
    THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall
    [Published 01 June, 2023]
    • #18 
    • #174 
    THE Top Universities for a Digital Education
    [Published 10 May, 2022]
    • #56 
    • #616 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #795 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #193 
    Architecture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #3 
    • #4 
    Creative Writing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #15 
    • #18 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #41 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #26 
    • #134 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #43 
    • #57 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #138 
    Computer Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #176 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

Education

    • #56 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #59 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #201 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #39 
    • #401 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Engineering

    • #13 
    • #13 
    Aerospace Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #27 
    Chemical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #30 
    Chemical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #641 
    Chemical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #32 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #41 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #11 
    • #151 
    Civil Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #359 
    Civil Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #18 
    • #201 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #18 
    • #286 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #32 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #61 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #3 
    • #76 
    Mechanical Engineering
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #15 
    • #201 
    Mechanical Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #265 
    Mechanical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #46 
    • #54 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #58 
    • #69 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #36 
    • #49 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #78 
    • #96 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Mathematics

    • #41 
    • #52 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #63 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #451 
    Mathematics
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #501 
    Mathematics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #64 
    • #81 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #401 
    Physics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #20 
    • #401 
    Physics
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #19 
    • #23 
    Anthropology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #72 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #58 
    • #72 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #161 
    Economics
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #58 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #57 
    • #67 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #185 
    History
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #81 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #93 
    • #115 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #201 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #33 
    • #301 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #35 
    • #201 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #32 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #46 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #29 
    • #39 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #62 
    • #78 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for Brunel University

Creative Writing The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#4 
Arts Visual & Performing
Aerospace Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#13 
Engineering
Anthropology CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#23 
Social Studies & Humanities
Sports Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#39 
Sports Science
Law CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#49 
Law
Mathematics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#52 
Mathematics
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#54 
Languages & Literature
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#56 
Education
Computer Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#57 
Computer Science
Biology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#81 
Natural Sciences

“Brunel University’s career services have worked super hard to find a placement for me that didn’t require me to take an hour’s train to Central London, and I appreciate them for that. I found this university to be quite supportive in general, and I would definitely recommend it for international students.”

“I like that the campus is designed in a way that everything is connected through one structure, so you don’t have to be out at night risking your safety. The teachers here are true experts in their fields, and I’ve found their enthusiasm to be contagious.”

About Brunel University

PROS

  • International students feel welcome and safe thanks to the culture of the student population, but also the services in place for assisting these students. Some examples include free English language classes, and assistance with paperwork.
  • In terms of social opportunities, the campus has plenty of clubs and social events going on. Additionally, thanks to the location it’s easy to make your way into central London for a day out.
  • Ranked among the top 500 globally according to QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Educations, and RUR.

CONS

  • Some students complain that finding parking on campus is difficult. For this reason, taking public transport is recommended.
  • Some mention that there should be more food outlets on campus, as there are complaints that there’s a lack of dining variety here.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1966
Telephone:
+44 (0) 1895 274 000
Address:
Kingston Lane
UB8 3PH, Uxbridge
England UK
Website:
https://www.brunel.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees Arts, Social Sciences, Education and Social Work
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Law
    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees Science, Technology and IT
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Arts, Social Sciences, Education and Social Work
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Law
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees Science, Technology and IT
  • Brunel campus life: Union of Brunel Students
  • Brunel campus life: Brunel International and London Brunel International College
  • Creative Writing BA | Brunel University London
  • Being an international student | Brunel University London
  • Education BA | Brunel University London
  • Education students discuss their careers and futures | Brunel University London

NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of Brunel University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
64 /100
522 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 137 students of Brunel University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Brunel University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 72.4

Student composition of Brunel University

Business and Management:
2980
Computing:
1660
Economics:
1350
Mechanical Engineering:
1135
Biosciences:
1115
Nursing and Midwifery:
1055
Law:
1035
Psychology:
990
engineering (non-specific):
780
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
545
education and teaching:
535
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
485
Civil Engineering:
355
Politics:
320
Mathematical Sciences:
285
English Studies:
230
Sociology:
175
Performing Arts:
145
allied health:
85
Anthropology:
80
Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering:
65
History:
60
India:
1155
China:
805
Pakistan:
430
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
180
Nigeria:
150
Bangladesh:
130
Canada:
115
Kuwait:
110
Ghana:
110
United States:
105
Saudi Arabia:
90
United Arab Emirates:
85
Kenya:
80
Turkey:
75
Lebanon:
65
Tanzania:
50
Iran:
50
Uzbekistan:
50
Malaysia:
50
Thailand:
45
Qatar:
40
Uganda:
40
Kazakhstan:
30
Sri Lanka:
30
Nepal:
30
South Africa:
30
Norway:
30
Jordan:
30
Switzerland:
25
Vietnam:
25
Egypt:
25
Singapore:
20
Russia:
20
Taiwan:
20
Oman:
20
Indonesia:
20
Mauritius:
15
Korea (South):
15
Algeria:
15
Morocco:
15
Zimbabwe:
15
Iraq:
15
Colombia:
10
Bahrain:
10
Cayman Islands:
10
Ukraine:
10
Ethiopia:
5
Albania:
5
Brazil:
5
Azerbaijan:
5
Mexico:
5
Kosovo:
5
Monaco:
5
Bermuda:
5
Barbados:
5
Syria:
5
Angola:
5
Botswana:
5
Congo (Democratic Republic) {formerly Zaire}:
5
Occupied Palestinian Territories {formerly West Ba:
5
Philippines:
5
Ivory Coast:
5
Rwanda:
5
Israel:
5
Sudan:
5
Tunisia:
5
Afghanistan:
5
Antarctica and Oceania not otherwise specified:
5
Australia:
5
Brunei:
5
Japan:
5
Kyrgyzstan:
5
Tajikistan:
5
Macao (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
Mongolia:
5

Campuses of Brunel University

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FAQ

Brunel University ranks #48 in England UK in our meta ranking of 112 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

Brunel University ranks #1 in Uxbridge in our meta ranking.

Brunel University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, QS Employability Rankings and more. See all 30 rankings of Brunel University.

Brunel University achieved #74 in THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Brunel University.

Brunel University achieved the highest ranking for Arts Visual & Performing. It is ranked #4 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Creative Writing). See all subject rankings for Brunel University.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 112 university rankings Brunel University ranks #1 among universities in Uxbridge and #48 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of Brunel University.

In our meta ranking Brunel University ranks #48 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.