Rankings

Global Recognition

University of Warwick holds 69th place in QS World University Rankings, which establishes its standing on the international stage. Domestically, it achieves even stronger results: 8th in the Guardian University Guide 2025, 9th in The Times, and 10th in the Complete University Guide. Remarkably, Warwick has maintained its position in the top ten since these rankings first appeared in 1992—a consistency spanning over three decades.

Gold Standard Teaching

The Teaching Excellence Framework awarded Warwick gold across all three categories: student experience, academic outcomes, and overall score. Assessors specifically highlighted the outstanding quality of teaching for all students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds. The Times and Sunday Times further named it University of the Year for Teaching Quality in 2022, based on strong National Student Survey results—third in the Russell Group overall and first for student voice and assessment feedback.

University of Warwick’s Research Leadership

Research forms the core of Warwick’s academic philosophy. The Research Excellence Framework 2021 placed it 7th among Britain’s leading research universities, with 92% of its research rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent. Students learn from faculty working at the forefront of their fields, gaining opportunities to engage with international projects during their studies—which transforms theoretical knowledge into practical research skills.

Graduate Employability

High Fliers Research ranks Warwick 4th among universities most frequently visited by recruiters from Britain’s top 100 employers, giving students direct access to leading companies before graduation. Membership in the prestigious Russell Group further strengthens career prospects, as employers in finance, consulting, technology, and academia particularly value its degrees. The university actively cultivates industry connections that help students apply their knowledge practically while building careers alongside their studies.