Rankings of University of Bolton

The University of Bolton, often referred to as Bolton Institute, is a university located in Bolton, England, whose vision in their own words is to be a distinctive teaching intensive and research informed university known for the quality of their staff, facilities and links to employment sectors. The university is mainly based on the campus between Deane Road and Derby Street in Bolton itself, but the university also has an academic centre in the United Arab Emirates known as Ras Al Khaimah.

Latest ranking updates for University of Bolton
  • 09 Sep, 2023: The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management) update. University of Bolton achieves place 28.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: Publication of The Guardian League Table. Ranking position #30.
  • 31 Jul, 2023: Publication of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities. Ranking position #2330.
  • 08 Jun, 2023: University of Bolton ranks 120 in the latest CUG The Complete University Guide from The University League Tables.

University rankings

    • #100 
    • #124 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #22 
    • #30 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #98 
    • #120 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #79 
    • #1471 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #92 
    • #2330 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #63 
    • #77 
    Art & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #79 
    • #92 
    Drama, Dance & Cinematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #21 
    • #28 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #79 
    • #98 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #91 
    • #114 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #87 
    • #109 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Design

    • #15 
    • #19 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Education

    • #39 
    • #49 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #78 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Engineering

    • #43 
    • #58 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #58 
    • #73 
    Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #48 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #70 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #75 
    • #93 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #89 
    • #109 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Medicine & Health

    • #2 
    • #3 
    Health Professions
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #62 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #4 
    • #4 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #53 
    • #70 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #84 
    • #105 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #37 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #72 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #72 
    • #85 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #29 
    • #36 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #57 
    • #73 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for University of Bolton

Health Professions The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#3 
Medicine & Health
Criminology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#4 
Social Studies & Humanities
Graphic Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#19 
Design
Accounting and Finance The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#28 
Business
Sports Science The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#36 
Sports Science
Mechanical Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#48 
Engineering
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#49 
Education
Art & Design CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#77 
Arts Visual & Performing
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#93 
Law
Computer Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#109 
Computer Science

Student Reviews for University of Bolton

Student satisfaction:
4.2 (based on 423 student reviews)

“Great university with very good lecturers.The university is well-maintained and has relatively new facilities, especially the sporting facilities. The staff at Bolton tend to be very kind and approachable, and happy to help you with any issue you’re having on the campus.”

“I wouldn’t recommend studying an Engineering degree here unless you are already employed with something related to that, otherwise you might not be able to do anything with your degree.”

About University of Bolton

PROS

  • Professors are described as professional and approachable, meaning students feel they can ask for feedback whenever they need it.
  • Students tend to agree that this university is an excellent choice for nurses due to the subject’s well -structured programs and practical focus.
  • The majority of facilities have been renovated in the recent past. This means students get the benefits of modern and comfortable surroundings.

CONS

  • The most recurring criticism from students is that the administration office can be slow, and they often have to persist to get an answer to their issues.

Key facts

Foundation year:
2004
Telephone:
+44 1204 900600
Address:
Deane Road
BL3 5AB, Bolton
England UK
Website:
https://www.bolton.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 5.0
    • Others
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of University of Bolton

  Course
1 Medical Biology with Foundation Year - BSc 100/100 (8 student reviews)
2 Creative Writing - BA 100/100 (13 student reviews)
3 Social Work - BA 98/100 (26 student reviews)
4 Software Engineering with Foundation Year - BEng 92/100 (11 student reviews)
5 Computing (Application Development) with Foundation Year - BSc 92/100 (11 student reviews)
6 Computer Networks and Security with Foundation Year - BSc 92/100 (11 student reviews)
7 Computing (Data Analyst) with Foundation Year - BSc 92/100 (11 student reviews)
8 Computing (Cyber Security) with Foundation Year - BSc 92/100 (11 student reviews)
9 Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year - BEng 92/100 (12 student reviews)
10 English - BA 90/100 (9 student reviews)
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

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

Overall student satisfaction
78 /100
258 total respondents

Student composition of University of Bolton

Business and Management:
2060
Nursing and Midwifery:
1665
allied health:
855
Computing:
610
Psychology:
485
education and teaching:
395
Creative Arts and Design:
370
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
325
Mechanical Engineering:
310
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
275
Law:
225
Civil Engineering:
150
Dentistry:
85
Mathematical Sciences:
60
English Studies:
60
Performing Arts:
60
architecture, building and planning:
35
Biosciences:
15
India:
465
Pakistan:
135
Nepal:
95
Bangladesh:
90
China:
50
Nigeria:
40
Saudi Arabia:
15
Sri Lanka:
10
United States:
5
Moldova:
5
United Arab Emirates:
5
Bahrain:
5
Thailand:
5
Afghanistan:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
Ghana:
5
Turkey:
5
Norway:
5

Campuses of University of Bolton

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FAQ

University of Bolton ranks #90 in England UK in our meta ranking of 112 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

University of Bolton ranks #1 in Bolton in our meta ranking.

University of Bolton is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, Scimago Institutions Rankings, Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities See all 7 rankings of University of Bolton.

University of Bolton achieved #30 in The Guardian League Table. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Bolton.

University of Bolton achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #3 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Health Professions). See all subject rankings for University of Bolton.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 112 university rankings University of Bolton ranks #1 among universities in Bolton and #90 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of Bolton.

In our meta ranking University of Bolton ranks #90 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.