Rankings of Goldsmiths, University of London

Founded in 1891, Goldsmiths, University of London, is located in the South-Eastern area of London known as New Cross. The facilities are impressive at this university, providing students with Art, TV, and Radio studios, as well as a host of other resources aimed at optimising the experience for students on any of their courses. With Goldsmith’s exceptionally active event calendar, making new connections is easy, giving learners a way to socialise without even having to step foot off campus.

Latest ranking updates for Goldsmiths, University of London
  • March 2024: New edition of Scimago Institutions Rankings. Goldsmiths, University of London ranked #1676.
  • December 2023: URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance update. Goldsmiths, University of London achieves place 2192.
  • December 2023: British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK announced latest results of QS World University Rankings: Sustainability with Goldsmiths, University of London in position 921.
  • October 2023: Goldsmiths, University of London ranks 401 in the latest GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking (Textile Science and Engineering) from ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.
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University rankings

    • #76 
    • #96 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #89 
    • #111 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #74 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #401 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #593 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #67 
    • #1317 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #80 
    • #1676 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2024]
    • #71 
    • #1736 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #71 
    • #2192 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 19 December, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #628 
    RUR World University Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #627 
    RUR Reputation Ranking
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #718 
    RUR Academic Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #461 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #62 
    • #921 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 05 December, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #977 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #11 
    • #56 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

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Subject rankings

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #38 
    • #47 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #52 
    Music
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #60 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Business

    • #71 
    • #84 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #61 
    • #80 
    Computer Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #81 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Education

    • #69 
    • #85 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #85 
    Education
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #71 
    • #89 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #251 
    Education
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #301 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #62 
    • #73 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #61 
    • #74 
    English
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #85 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #77 
    • #96 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #17 
    • #21 
    Anthropology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #23 
    Anthropology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #51 
    Anthropology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #60 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #57 
    • #69 
    Economics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #73 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #401 
    Economics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #78 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #67 
    • #80 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #84 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #77 
    • #97 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #83 
    • #103 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #88 
    • #110 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #22 
    • #151 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #151 
    Psychology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #201 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #394 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #176 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #29 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #48 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #53 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #58 
    Sociology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #64 
    • #79 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #83 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #142 
    Sociology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #151 
    Sociology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for Goldsmiths, University of London

Anthropology CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#21 
Social Studies & Humanities
Music CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#47 
Arts Visual & Performing
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#73 
Languages & Literature
Computer Science The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#80 
Computer Science
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#84 
Business
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#85 
Education
Law CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#96 
Law

Student Ratings for Goldsmiths, University of London

Student satisfaction:
3.8 (based on 332 student ratings)
Google ratings:
3.8 (based on 332 student ratings)

“I wish there were more sports and activities going on as my impression is that there isn’t a lot of importance given to these aspects of university life. The food on campus is decent and reasonably priced. Overall the campus is modern, well-presented, and a great place to study.”

“My Master’s here was an unforgettable time for me, both because of how incredibly hard I worked and the friendships I made with both teachers and students. The bathrooms, as many say, have a reputation for not always being as clean as they could be, but that hasn’t impacted my academic experience at all.”

About Goldsmiths, University of London

PROS

  • It’s a small university, so students find it easier to make relationships with those around them. Due to the good teacher -to -student ratio, it’s also easy to get feedback from lecturers.
  • The University of London works closely with a number of institutions, including Goldsmiths, Heythrop College, King’s College London, and more. This effectively multiplies the facilities and services that students have access to here.
  • Ranked among the top 120 worldwide by QS World University Rankings in the specific subjects of Arts and Humanities.

CONS

  • Some students complain that in many cases it feels like lecturers can be too dogmatic in their views.
  • The admin office can be slow, to reply to students’ emails, students point out. It’s recommended to call in directly to resolve urgent matters.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1904
Telephone:
+44 20 7919 7171
Address:
New Cross
SE14 6NW, London
England UK
Website:
https://www.gold.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • (minimum 6.0 in Writing)
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
    • (minimum 6.0 in Writing)
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

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

Overall student satisfaction
51 /100
611 total respondents
Chart Data
Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 92 students of Goldsmiths, University of London participated in the survey.

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

Overall score: 71.9

Chart Data
Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

Student composition of Goldsmiths, University of London

Students by level of study Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
undergraduates:
5445
postgraduates:
2875
Total:
8320
Students by subject Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
Creative Arts and Design:
1440
Computing:
880
Business and Management:
795
Performing Arts:
760
Psychology:
745
Education and Teaching:
600
Sociology:
415
Politics:
385
English Studies:
360
Anthropology:
290
Nursing and Midwifery:
290
History:
155
Social Policy:
130
Law:
90
Languages and Area Studies :
45
Allied Health:
30
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
China:
795
United States:
200
Korea (South):
140
India:
60
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
55
Taiwan:
40
Norway:
35
Russia:
35
Switzerland:
35
Japan:
35
Singapore:
35
Canada:
30
Turkey:
25
United Arab Emirates:
20
Mexico:
20
Pakistan:
20
Egypt:
20
Brazil:
20
Indonesia:
15
Iran:
15
Israel:
15
Malaysia:
15
Thailand:
10
Lebanon:
10
Vietnam:
10
Australia:
10
Qatar:
10
Nigeria:
10
Argentina:
10
Trinidad and Tobago:
5
Saudi Arabia:
5
Chile:
5
Colombia:
5
Peru:
5
Philippines:
5
Kuwait:
5
Jordan:
5
New Zealand:
5
Albania:
5
Macao (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
South Africa:
5
Ethiopia:
5
Ukraine:
5
Iceland:
5
Belarus:
5
Azerbaijan:
5
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023

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