University Compare have released their University rankings, voted for by students, for the 2021/2022 academic year.
The annual ranking uses reviews from both current and former University students, who rate each university against four categories: accommodation, course quality, graduate careers and student social life.
The survey also asks the reviewers if they’d recommend the University to a friend.
The University of Sheffield came eighth overall, just falling behind Cardiff Metropolitan University although maintaining high scores for student social life and graduate careers.
Sheffield also ranked fifth overall for student social life, with the University of Leeds coming first.
Loughborough University is top of the rankings for 2021/22 after climbing four places from last year. Loughborough is also ranked highest for both course quality and accomodation.
Nottingham Trent University came in close second to Loughborough.
The founder of University Compare, Owen O’Neill, said: “It is an exciting time for students as they prepare to embark on a new year in a new city, and these rankings act as a way to guide students in what is a difficult decision..
“Ultimately, students will prioritise different things when going to university, but I would recommend taking your time and choosing the right pathway for you.”
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