Rankings of University of Gloucestershire

The University of Gloucester is a university with three campuses, located in Gloucester, England. Two of the campuses are based in Cheltenham, and the other one in Gloucester itself. The Park and Francis Close Hall belong to Cheltenham, while Oxstalls is the name of the Gloucester campus. Each location is used for distinct functions that the university carries out.

Latest ranking updates for University of Gloucestershire
  • March 2024: New edition of Scimago Institutions Rankings. University of Gloucestershire ranked #1809.
  • December 2023: URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance update. University of Gloucestershire achieves place 2690.
  • December 2023: Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments - ShanghaiRanking (Sport Science) update. University of Gloucestershire achieves place 101.
  • December 2023: British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK announced latest results of QS World University Rankings: Sustainability with University of Gloucestershire in position 771.
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University rankings

    • #92 
    • #112 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #83 
    • #104 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #80 
    • #97 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #801 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #84 
    • #1809 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2024]
    • #83 
    • #2690 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 19 December, 2023]
    • #56 
    • #771 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 05 December, 2023]
    • #85 
    • #1858 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

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Subject rankings

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #26 
    • #28 
    Creative Writing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #38 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #43 
    Creative Writing
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #49 
    Music
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #43 
    • #52 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #72 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Business

    • #47 
    • #59 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #78 
    • #98 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #87 
    • #109 
    Computer Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Design

    • #53 
    • #62 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Education

    • #39 
    • #51 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #59 
    Education
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #79 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #16 
    • #20 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #39 
    • #45 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #55 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #69 
    • #83 
    English
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Law

    • #18 
    • #24 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #73 
    • #90 
    Law
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #75 
    • #93 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #34 
    • #48 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #16 
    • #19 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #54 
    • #64 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #75 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #83 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #68 
    • #87 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #67 
    • #87 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #68 
    • #90 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #601 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #43 
    • #49 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #55 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #57 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #61 
    • #76 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #79 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #21 
    Theology & Religious Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #42 
    • #54 
    Sports Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #60 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #63 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for University of Gloucestershire

Geography The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#19 
Social Studies & Humanities
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#20 
Journalism & Media Studies
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#24 
Law
Creative Writing The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#28 
Arts Visual & Performing
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#45 
Languages & Literature
Biology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#48 
Natural Sciences
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#51 
Education
Sports Science The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#54 
Sports Science
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#59 
Business
Graphic Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#62 
Design

Student Ratings for University of Gloucestershire

Student satisfaction:
4.4 (based on 222 student ratings)
Google ratings:
4.4 (based on 53 student ratings)
Facebook ratings:
4.4 (based on 169 student ratings)

“I was coming back to full time education as a mature student, and I was glad to see that there were more of them than just myself. The lecturers were very knowledgeable in their subject fields, but also very approachable and friendly. From my point of view, they encouraged everyone to live up to the potential they see in you as an individual.”

About University of Gloucestershire

PROS

  • Learners at Gloucester tend to agree that the best aspect of the university is the teaching staff. They are well -known for being experts as well as approachable for their students.
  • The university promotes campus activities, so students get to enjoy university radio shows, BBQs, a Freshers Ball, and much more.
  • Students feel that there is a strong sense of community on campus. Many credit the administrations’ promotion of social activities for this.

CONS

  • Some students complain that the university could be cleaned more often, and they can sometimes be found in poor condition depending on the time of the day.
  • Buildings on -site lose a lot of heat in winter, and students sometimes struggle to keep their rooms warm enough.

Key facts

Foundation year:
2001
Telephone:
+44 (0) 1242 714 700
Address:
The Park
GL52 2RH, Cheltenham
England UK
Website:
https://www.glos.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.0
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

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

Overall student satisfaction
69 /100
669 total respondents
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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. 122 students of University of Gloucestershire participated in the survey.

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

Overall score: 76.0

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 University of Gloucestershire

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:
5805
postgraduates:
1095
Total:
6900
Students by subject Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
Nursing and Midwifery:
935
Business and Management:
785
Education and Teaching:
635
Creative Arts and Design:
565
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
565
Computing:
555
Sociology:
520
Psychology:
365
Social Policy:
290
Performing Arts:
270
Biosciences:
150
English Studies:
120
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies:
115
Architecture, Building and Planning:
115
Law:
115
History:
85
Engineering (Non-Specific):
55
Theology and Religious Studies:
50
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
India:
175
China:
40
Nigeria:
35
Vietnam:
20
Pakistan:
20
United States:
15
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
15
Malaysia:
10
Bangladesh:
10
Thailand:
10
Russia:
10
Japan:
5
Nepal:
5
Philippines:
5
South Africa:
5
Oman:
5
Saudi Arabia:
5
United Arab Emirates:
5
Canada:
5
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023

Campuses of University of Gloucestershire

Park Campus - Cheltenham
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Francis Close Hall - Cheltenham
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Oxstalls Campus - Gloucester
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City Campus
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Yeovil College
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David Game College (London)
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FAQ

University of Gloucestershire ranks #83 in England UK in our meta ranking of 112 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

University of Gloucestershire ranks #1 in Cheltenham in our meta ranking.

University of Gloucestershire is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, Scimago Institutions Rankings, URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance and more. See all 14 rankings of University of Gloucestershire.

University of Gloucestershire achieved #97 in CUG The Complete University Guide. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Gloucestershire.

University of Gloucestershire achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #12 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Paramedic Science). See all subject rankings for University of Gloucestershire.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 112 university rankings University of Gloucestershire ranks #1 among universities in Cheltenham and #83 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of Gloucestershire.

In our meta ranking University of Gloucestershire ranks #83 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.
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