Top 100 Universities in UK with Rankings in 2027

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Assistant Manager - Editorial, Shiksha Study Abroad

Updated on Jul 31, 2026 23:55 IST

Here is a list of the best 100 universities in the UK for the year 2027. The list has been derived from the top-ranking universities listed by the QS Top Universities 2027 and the Times Higher Education (THE). To understand more about the university in detail, you can visit each university listed below.

One of the most popular study abroad destinations among international students, the UK is home to over 165 universities. Among these, the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Edinburgh, UCL, etc., are the top picks. As per the Ministry of External Affairs, in 2022, the estimated number of Indian students studying in the UK is above 55,000. This article contains the list of the top 100 universities in the UK in 2025-26.

One of the most popular study abroad destinations among international students, the UK is home to over 165 universities. Among these, the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Edinburgh, UCL, etc., are the top picks. As per the Ministry of External Affairs, the number of Indian students in higher education in the UK stood at 173,190 in 2025, making the UK the fourth most popular destination for Indian students abroad after Canada, the US, and the UAE. This article contains the list of the top 100 universities in the UK in 2026-27.

Indian nationals alone accounted for around 23% of all sponsored study visas issued by the UK in the year ending December 2025. Whether you're drawn by shorter course durations, globally recognised degrees, or proximity to Europe's leading industries, choosing the right university is the first step. So, most students come to a decision to study abroad, international students make their decisions based on various factors, one of them being the university ranking, especially the top-ranking universities in the country itself. In this article, we are going to inform you about the top 100 universities in the UK in 2027.

Top 100 universities in UK 2027

Here is a list of the best 100 universities in the UK for the year 2027. The list has been derived from the top-ranking universities listed by the QS Top Universities and the Times Higher Education (THE). To understand more about the university in detail, you can visit each university listed below. Prospective students who are looking for professional study abroad counsellors can also reach out to us.

Top 100 Universities in the UK in 2027
University	QS World University Rankings 2027	THE World University Rankings 2025
Imperial College London	=2	9
University of Oxford	4	1
University of Cambridge	6	5
UCL	=8	=22
University of Edinburgh	35	29
King's College London	37	=36
University of Manchester	=40	=53
University of Bristol	57	78
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)	62	=50
University of Warwick	=68	106
University of Birmingham	=68	=93
University of Leeds	=77	123
University of Glasgow	80	=87
University of Sheffield	=82	=98
Durham University	85	=172
University of Nottingham	=97	=136
Queen Mary University of London	103	=141
University of Southampton	=111	115
University of St Andrews	=115	=185
University of Bath	125	251-300
University of Exeter	136	=172
University of Liverpool	139	=160
Newcastle University	149	=157
University of York	=158	=146
Lancaster University	164	=168
Queen's University Belfast	=174	201-250
Cardiff University	=179	201-250
University of Reading	=196	201-250
Loughborough University	203	301-350
University of Strathclyde	=230	351-400
University of Surrey	=246	201-250
University of Sussex	=273	201-250
University of Aberdeen	288	201-250
University of Leicester	=314	=191
Swansea University	=322	301-350
Heriot-Watt University	325	401-500
Brunel University of London	353	351-400
Birkbeck, University of London	=354	301-350
City St George’s, University of London	=361	301-350
University of East Anglia (UEA)	=381	251-300
Oxford Brookes University	=411	601-800
University of Kent	415	351-400
Aston University	=416	351-400
University of Essex	=438	351-400
University of Dundee	=447	301-350
SOAS University of London	=458	401-500
Royal Holloway, University of London	=485	401-500
University of Bradford	=497	501-600
University of Huddersfield	=521	501-600
Northumbria University	=528	401-500
University of Stirling	=560	401-500
Bangor University	=567	401-500
University of Hull	=575	401-500
Coventry University	=581	601-800
Ulster University	=595	601-800
Manchester Metropolitan University	=600	601-800
Nottingham Trent University	=639	601-800
University of Portsmouth	=662	401-500
Kingston University, London	=686	801-1000
University of Plymouth	=691	501-600
Goldsmiths, University of London	701-710	501-600
University of the West of England, (UWE Bristol)	761-770	601-800
University of Greenwich	791-800	501-600
Aberystwyth University	801-850	601-800
Bournemouth University	801-850	401-500
Edinburgh Napier University	801-850	501-600
Keele University	801-850	501-600
De Montford University	851-900	601-800
Liverpool John Moores University	851-900	601-800
University of Hertfordshire	851-900	601-800
University of Lincoln	851-900	601-800
University of the Arts London	851-900	1501+
University of Westminster	851-900	801-1000
London South Bank University	901-950	601-800
Middlesex University	901-950	501-600
University of Brighton	901-950	601-800
Anglia Ruskin University	1001-1200	601-800
Birmingham City University	1001-1200	801-1000
Glasgow Caledonian University	1001-1200	801-1000
Leeds Beckett University	1001-1200	801-1000
London Metropolitan University	1001-1200	601-800
Robert Gordon University	1001-1200	801-1000
Sheffield Hallam University	1001-1200	801-1000
University of East London	1001-1200	1001-1200
University of Lancashire	1001-1200	1001-1200
University of Roehampton, London	1001-1200	801-1000
University of Salford	1001-1200	801-1000
University of Wolverhampton	1001-1200	801-1000
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh	1201-1400	Reporter
The University of Northampton	1201-1400	1201-1500
University of Derby	1201-1400	601-800
University of South Wales	1201-1400	1201-1500
Canterbury Christ Church University	1400+	1201-1500

Study abroad in the UK can be a memorable and lifetime experience. The English-speaking country is not only culturally diverse but also considered an immigrant-friendly nation. Higher education institutes in the UK have been consistently ranked amongst the best in the world. World-class education and state-of-the-art research facilities make it a perfect place to pursue your higher education.

If you're planning to study in the UK, do check out the Living costs for International Students in UK

This was all about the top 100 universities in the UK. If you wish to study abroad, then you can get assistance from Shiksha Counselling Services for free. You can also drop your queries in the comments section below.

Commonly asked questions

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Yes, students get support and exemptions from the institute to prepare for ACCA professional exams while completing their degree in BCom International Business/Finance (ACCA UK) at GCEC Global Foundation, Jaipur.

Q: Will I get any rank in the UK 12th exam 2026?

Uttarakhand board release toppers list along with the UK 12th result 2026. If you are able to score 495/500 or more, there are chances that you will be one among the toppers.

Q: What should be the next step after checking the result of UK 10th?

Schools will distribute the UK 10th mark list after the results. Students have to collect their UK 10th marklist from their schools. They can start applying for 12th, diploma, ITI course etc. after UK 10th result 2026. Those who fail, can appear for supplementary exam

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