Oxford Brookes University has made a significant leap in the latest national university rankings, climbing 11 places from its 2024 position of 61st to secure 50th place

in the annual league table.

The rankings, which evaluate 134 UK universities, are based on factors such as student satisfaction with teaching quality, student experience, entry standards, research quality, sustainability, and graduate prospects.

In addition to its overall rise, Oxford Brookes improved its standing in the South East of England rankings, moving from ninth to seventh place.

Professor Alistair Fitt, vice-chancellor of Oxford Brookes University, celebrated the achievement, stating: “This fantastic achievement is a reflection of the passion and dedication shown by everyone at Oxford Brookes. Moving up 11 places and into the top 50 of the Good University Guide demonstrates the strides we are making in delivering outstanding education, research, and student experience. I’m extremely proud of what we’ve accomplished together, and this recognition reinforces our commitment to fostering an environment where our students develop the skills, knowledge, and personal qualities they need to succeed.”

The university offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, apprenticeships, and professional development programs. Prospective students can learn more about the university’s offerings at upcoming undergraduate open days in October and November.

Elsewhere in the rankings, Oxford University surpassed Cambridge, placing third—one position above its historic rival. Oxford was also ranked as the top university in the South East, having achieved triple gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework this year.

Despite this success, the Oxbridge institutions were edged out by the London School of Economics and Political Science, which claimed the top spot, while the University of St Andrews ranked second.

Helen Davies, editor of The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, commented on the significance of the rankings: “The best universities—whether they were founded in the 15th century or 2005—are local and global powerhouses of intellectual thought and creativity, from the arts to science, that can power economic regeneration and lead the way to a better life.”

She added that the ranking methodology has been updated to reflect modern concerns, including climate change and career prospects, with a new sustainability metric and an increased emphasis on graduate outcomes.

For more information on courses available at Oxford Brookes and details on how to apply, visit the university’s website. The full leaderboard is available on The Times website. Photo by -wuppertaler, Wikimedia commons.