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Bachelor's programmes
Humanities (101)
- B.A. Ancient History
- B.A. Ancient History
- B.A. Archaeology
- B.Sc. Archaeology
- B.Sc. Archaeology
- B.A. Arts and Humanities
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. Classics and English
- B.Sc. Economics with German
- B.A. English
- B.A. English and French
- B.A. English and German
- B.A. English and History
- B.A. French Studies
- B.A. French and History
- B.A. German
- B.A. German and History
- B.A. Hispanic Studies
- B.A. History
- B.A. History and Politics
- B.A. History of Art
- B.A. Liberal Arts
- B.A. Music
- B.A. Music and Philosophy
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Russian and History
Social Sciences (96)
- B.A. Archaeology
- B.Sc. Archaeology
- B.Sc. Archaeology
- B.A. Classics and English
- B.A. Criminology
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.Sc. Economics with German
- B.A. English
- B.A. English and French
- B.A. English and German
- B.A. English and History
- B.A. French Studies
- B.A. Geography
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.A. German and History
- B.A. Hispanic Studies
- B.A. History and Politics
- B.Sc. Industrial Economics
- B.A. Liberal Arts
- B.Sc. Natural Sciences
- MSci Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health)
- B.Sc. Physiotherapy
- B.Sc. Psychology
- MSci Psychology
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (91)
- B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons)
- B.Sc. Animal Science (Hons)
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- MSci Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biology
- MSci Biology
- MSci Biotechnology
- B.Sc. Biotechnology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Cancer Sciences
- MSci Cancer Sciences
- MEng Chemical Engineering
- B.Eng. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- MSci Chemistry
- B.Sc. Financial Mathematics
- B.Sc. Food Science (Hons)
- MSci Genetics
- B.Sc. Genetics
- B.A. Geography
- MSci Mathematical Physics
- B.Sc. Mathematical Physics
- MMath Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Microbiology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Natural Sciences
- MSci Natural Sciences
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- MSci Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Physics
- MSci Physics
- B.Sc. Physics with Astronomy
- B.Sc. Physics with Nanoscience
- B.Sc. Plant Science (Hons)
- B.Sc. Psychology
- MSci Psychology
- B.Sc. Statistics
- BVM BVS with BVMedSc Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
- B.Sc. Zoology (Hons)
Engineering & Technology (67)
- B.Eng. Aerospace Engineering
- BArch Architecture
- B.Eng. Chemical Engineering
- MEng Chemical Engineering
- MSci Chemistry
- B.Eng. Civil Engineering
- MEng Civil Engineering
- B.Eng. Electrical Engineering
- B.Eng. Electronic Engineering
- B.Eng. Environmental Engineering
- B.Eng. Manufacturing Engineering
- B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
Medicine & Health (40)
- MSci Animal Science
- MSci Cancer Sciences
- B.Sc. Cancer Sciences
- B.Sc. Food Science (Hons)
- BMedSci and BMBS Medicine
- BMedSci / BMBS Medicine with a Foundation Year
- B.Sc. Midwifery
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Nursing (Adult)
- B.Sc. Nursing (Child)
- B.Sc. Nursing (Mental Health)
- MSci Nutrition
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- MNutr Nutrition and Dietetics
- B.Sc. Pharmaceutical Sciences
- B.Sc. Pharmacology
- MPharm Pharmacy
- B.Sc. Physiotherapy
- B.Sc. Sport Rehabilitation
- BVM BVS with BVMedSc Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
- MSci Zoology
- B.Sc. Zoology (Hons)
Arts, Design & Architecture (29)
- BArch Architecture
- B.A. Arts and Humanities
- B.A. History of Art
- B.A. Music
- B.A. Music and Philosophy
Business & Management (19)
- B.Sc. Accountancy
- B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons)
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.Sc. Economics with German
- B.Sc. Financial Mathematics
- B.Sc. Industrial Economics
- B.Sc. International Management
- B.Sc. Management
Computer Science & IT (18)
- MSci Computer Science
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.A. Geography
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (16)
- B.Eng. Environmental Engineering
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.Sc. Natural Sciences
- MSci Natural Sciences
Agriculture & Forestry (13)
- B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons)
- MSci Animal Science
- B.Sc. Animal Science (Hons)
- MSci Nutrition
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- MSci Plant Science
- B.Sc. Plant Science (Hons)
- MSci Zoology
- B.Sc. Zoology (Hons)
Applied Sciences & Professions (9)
- B.A. Criminology
- B.Sc. Food Science (Hons)
- MSci Nutrition
- B.Sc. Nutrition
- B.A. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
Journalism & Media (9)
Law (6)
- B.A. Criminology
- L.L.B. Law
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- B.Sc. Sport Rehabilitation
Education & Training (1)
- B.A. Education
About
History
- Nottingham's first civic college was opened in the city centre in 1881, four years after the foundation stone was laid by former Prime Minister, W E Gladstone.
- After the First World War, the college outgrew its original building. A generous gift by Sir Jesse Boot, of 35 acres of land at Highfields, presented the solution and in 1928 the College moved to what is now University Park campus.
Education
- Teaching is delivered by some of the brightest minds in their fields and shaped by the latest ground-breaking research. Student evaluations tell us that our teaching is excellent and hundreds of academic staff are nominated for our staff Oscars each year.
- A large number of courses at the University of Nottingham include a placement or work experience element, ensuring that you receive first-hand experience in professional environments.
Research
- We are committed to addressing the key challenges of our age through collaborative research that brings together academics from across subject areas.
- Our five interdisciplinary Global Research Themes draw upon our University’s strengths: our ability to focus the depth and range of our research, international and business partnerships and, not least, the inspirational people who are dedicated to driving innovation that will ultimately change lives.
Career
We're ranked in the top ten for employability for the eighth year running. (The Graduate Market 2013-2021, High Fliers Research)
Our graduates are consistently targeted by leading employers, giving your career the best possible start.
- 96.5% of undergraduate students were in employment or further study six months after graduation
- 96.6% of postgraduate students were in employment or further study six months after graduation
- Through internships, placements and research projects, you can benefit from our collaboration with key names across a range of industries
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2021
101
2020
101
2019
101
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
103 -4
2021
99 -3
2020
96
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
141 17
2021
158 -6
2020
152
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
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2021
142 10
2020
152
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Our Student Service Centres offer support, guidance and information, access to online services through the availability of workstations and signposting to other specialist services and support to help you make the most of your time at The University of Nottingham.
- The University has a wide range of specialist services available to support you during your time with us such as support and wellbeing service in each school, disability support services, counselling, funding and financial support, visas and immigration, careers and more.
Library services
The University of Nottingham boasts 10 libraries across its UK and international campuses. Together they provide access to over one million books and journals and more than three million manuscripts. We have one of the most heavily-used electronic collections in the UK, including ebooks, ejournals and databases.
ICT services
Computing facilities across The University of Nottingham are the responsibility of Information Services (IS). Students can access general IT facilities through a number of Information Services computer rooms located in the following places.
- libraries
- the Cripps Computing Centre
- other IS sites across the University's campuses
Medical services
- a dental practice
- a Boots pharmacy
- the University's occupational health unit
- family planning
- emergency contraception
- genitourinary (GU) clinic
- travel vaccinations
- physiotherapy
- counselling* and mental health services
- minor surgery
- maternity care
- a weekly antenatal clinic
Student Life
Campus life
- University Park is The University of Nottingham’s largest campus at 300 acres. Part of the University since 1929, the campus is widely regarded as one of the largest and most attractive in the country.
- The Jubilee Campus is a modern purpose-built campus which now extends to 65 acres and is located only one mile from University Park.
- Sutton Bonington Campus encompasses world-leading laboratories and specialist facilities for studying biosciences and veterinary medicine.
- The King’s Meadow Campus is framed by the dramatic “Learning Curve” entrance and accommodates many of the University’s professional services and business support departments.
- The Medical School opened in 1970 as part of the QMC
Sports facilities
- The University has an extensive range of sport facilities, including a Sports Centre, Fitness Centre and swimming pool. The main sports facilities are located on the University Park Campus, with facilities also available at the Jubilee and Sutton Bonington campuses.
- Sports clubs - University of Nottingham Sport runs approximately 70 different sports clubs covering a range of indoor and outdoor sports, martial arts, water sports and outdoor pursuits.
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