Rankings of University of Keele

Established in 1949, Keele University is located in the rural setting of the large town of Newcastle under Lyme. The university’s facilities are all within walking distance from the centre of campus, including Union Square where students can find a Pharmacy, the Library, and even a student Post Office. Students can choose between an impressive selection of courses at both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as between five different modern and spacious residence halls.

Latest ranking updates for University of Keele
  • 27 Sep, 2023: THE World University Rankings update. University of Keele achieves place 501.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian League Table with University of Keele in position 74.
  • 31 Jul, 2023: Webometrics announced latest results of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities with University of Keele in position 695.
  • 27 Jun, 2023: Publication of QS World University Rankings. Ranking position #781.

University rankings

    • #48 
    • #64 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #59 
    • #74 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #119 
    • #52 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #45 
    • #501 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #111 
    • #781 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #53 
    • #953 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #701 
    ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 15 August, 2022]
    • #44 
    • #1156 
    CWTS Leiden Ranking
    [Published 22 June, 2022]
    • #42 
    • #724 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #945 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #39 
    • #701 
    NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers
    [Published 02 August, 2022]
    • #44 
    • #866 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #35 
    • #526 
    RUR World University Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #531 
    RUR Reputation Ranking
    [Published 16 September, 2021]
    • #56 
    • #359 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #46 
    • #695 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #201 
    THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall
    [Published 01 June, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #330 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #59 
    • #501 
    Arts and Humanities
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #25 
    • #29 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #36 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]

Business

    • #38 
    • #53 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #63 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #56 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #35 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #47 
    • #63 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Education

    • #43 
    • #57 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #31 
    • #251 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #16 
    • #21 
    Communication & Media Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #18 
    • #25 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #49 
    • #60 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #31 
    • #42 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #38 
    • #51 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #201 
    Law
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #19 
    • #201 
    Law
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]

Mathematics

    • #10 
    • #14 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #27 
    • #39 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Medicine & Health

    • #26 
    • #451 
    Clinical Medicine
    NTU by Subject
    [Published 20 October, 2021]
    • #16 
    • #23 
    Health Professions
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #5 
    • #9 
    Medicine
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #11 
    • #17 
    Medicine
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #301 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #19 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #27 
    Pharmacology & Pharmacy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #10 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #18 
    • #23 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #42 
    • #56 
    Biological Sciences
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #47 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #20 
    • #25 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #30 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #24 
    • #30 
    Geography & Environmental Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #25 
    Geology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #301 
    Physical Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #16 
    • #22 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #26 
    • #34 
    Physics & Astronomy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #31 
    • #39 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #22 
    • #31 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #56 
    • #40 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #92 
    • #59 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #16 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #14 
    • #15 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #57 
    • #71 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #22 
    • #26 
    Philosophy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #31 
    • #39 
    Philosophy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #26 
    Politics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #48 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #77 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #41 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #58 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #42 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #44 
    • #401 
    Social Sciences
    NTU by Subject
    [Published 20 October, 2021]
    • #30 
    • #36 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #81 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #29 
    • #38 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for University of Keele

Medicine The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#9 
Medicine & Health
Mathematics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#14 
Mathematics
History The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#15 
Social Studies & Humanities
Communication & Media Studies CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#21 
Journalism & Media Studies
Physics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#22 
Natural Sciences
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#25 
Languages & Literature
Creative Writing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#29 
Arts Visual & Performing
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#35 
Business
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#42 
Law
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#57 
Education

Student Reviews for University of Keele

Student satisfaction:
4.5 (based on 425 student reviews)

“After I graduated in Forensic Science I was able to start working in a temporary placement directly with the local police department, and after that for a pharma company because they valued some of my practical skills that I picked up here. I’ve had nothing but opportunities since I graduated here, and I can only recommend the experience.”

“I’m fond of the vibrant green spaces on campus, and the Student Union too as it organises a lot of student clubs, and seems to be always looking for ways to improve them and expand their activities.”

“The Wi-Fi cuts out at times on campus and there’s a lack of study space, which is disappointing. Despite that, I’m happy with the social life I’ve had and the friends I’ve made.”

About University of Keele

PROS

  • The campus has a vibrant social atmosphere, with numerous clubs and societies to participate in. Additionally, most students agree that campus security does an excellent job of keeping Keele a safe environment.
  • Among Keele’s numerous academic achievements, we find that it has earned itself a Gold award from the Teaching Excellence Framework.
  • Many students highlight that getting work placements is easy here, because the university’s career guidance service makes the process very clear. The staff also help students find and apply for the placements themselves.

CONS

  • Students complain about the issues with finding somewhere to park as there are many specific requirements to obtain on -campus parking permits., For this reason, it’s recommended to take public transport, if possible.
  • A recurring comment from students is that the Wi -Fi service drops often. Students feel that this issue should be easy to resolve for a university.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1962
Telephone:
+44 1782 732000
Address:
Keele
ST5 5BG, Newcastle under Lyme
England UK
Website:
https://www.keele.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of University of Keele

  Course
1 Physics - BSc 100/100 (8 student reviews)
2 Environmental Science and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
3 Forensic Science and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
4 Chemistry and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
5 Computer Science and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
6 Geology and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
7 Medicinal Chemistry and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
8 Education and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
9 Data Science and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)
10 Mathematics and Physics - BSc 96/100 (26 student reviews)

TOP 10 highest earning degree courses of University of Keele

  Course Median Salary (15 months after graduation)
1 Pharmacy - MPharm £32,000.00
2 Pharmaceutical Science with Business - BSc £32,000.00
3 Medicine - MBChB £29,000.00
4 Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) - BSc £25,000.00
5 Physiotherapy - MPhysio £25,000.00
6 Midwifery - BMid £25,000.00
7 Public Health - BSc £25,000.00
8 Economics and Mathematics - BSc £25,000.00
9 Economics - BSc £25,000.00
10 Rehabilitation and Exercise Science - BSc £25,000.00
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

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

Overall student satisfaction
73 /100
725 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. 133 students of University of Keele participated in the survey.

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

Overall score: 78.2

Student composition of University of Keele

Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
undergraduates:
8330
postgraduates:
1275
Total:
9605
Students by subject Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
Biosciences:
1045
Nursing and Midwifery:
865
medicine by specialism:
855
Psychology:
750
Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy:
695
Business and Management:
630
Law:
560
Chemistry:
490
anatomy, physiology and pathology:
475
Sociology:
405
geography, earth and environmental studies:
355
Computing:
345
English Studies:
275
Politics:
265
Mathematical Sciences:
250
Economics:
215
education and teaching:
205
Physics and Astronomy:
175
history of art, architecture and design:
170
Social Policy:
100
Philosophy:
95
languages and area studies :
90
veterinary sciences:
60
engineering (non-specific):
45
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
90
India:
45
Nigeria:
40
China:
35
Cyprus (European Union):
30
Ireland:
25
Saudi Arabia:
25
Spain:
25
Malaysia:
25
Kenya:
20
USA:
20
France:
20
Greece:
20
United Arab Emirates:
20
Canada:
20
Italy:
20
Pakistan:
15
Germany:
15
Kuwait:
10
Iran:
10
Oman:
10
Zimbabwe:
10
Turkey:
10
Uganda:
10
Ghana:
10
Poland:
10
Netherlands:
10
Romania:
10
Qatar:
5
Bahrain:
5
Malta:
5
Gibraltar:
5
Libya:
5
Thailand:
5
Bulgaria:
5
Bahamas, The:
5
Bermuda:
5
Belgium:
5
Cayman Islands:
5
Turks and Caicos Islands:
5
Canary Islands:
5
Singapore:
5
Taiwan:
5
Sri Lanka:
5
Portugal:
5
Macao (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
South Korea:
5
Japan:
5
Algeria:
5
Botswana:
5
Brunei:
5
Cameroon:
5
Zambia:
5
Egypt:
5
Tanzania:
5
South Africa:
5
Switzerland:
5

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