The university was formed by the amalgamation of many separate institutions of higher education. It originated from the Nottingham Government School of Design founded in 1843.
In 1945, the Nottingham and District Technical College was established. In 1958, Nottingham Regional College of Technology opened and in 1959, the Nottingham College of Education began at Clifton.
Whether you are looking to further your knowledge in a chosen subject, improve your prospects or want to change careers, Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has the course for you. Our combination of academic excellence, focussed support and student experience makes NTU the university of choice for postgraduate students from across the world.
Research that shapes lives and society is central to Nottingham Trent University’s mission. The Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education was awarded to the University in November 2015. It is the highest national honour for a UK university and recognises the University’s world-class research.
We have an international reputation for research. Our 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results demonstrate our commitment to research that delivers global success, with nearly all of our research identified as world leading or internationally excellent.
Our Graduate School provides opportunities for PhD, MPhil and Professional Doctorate study.
Our professional courses - in areas including Business, Law and Teacher Training - are aimed at enhancing your employment profile and enabling you to achieve higher and earlier in your career. These courses are designed to meet the needs of industry, commerce and the professions and give you the skills, know-how and contacts that you need for success in the workplace.
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Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 18 places compared to 2026
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.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 612 | 525 | 507 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By TopUniversities
Dropped 30 places compared to 2026
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.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 592 | 609 | 639 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By Times Higher Education
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
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.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 601 | 601 | - |
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By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
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.
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 801 | 801 | - |
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Studying at NTU isn't just about the next few years: it's about the rest of your life. Our courses lay the foundation for success, while our unique student experience will help you create unforgettable memories.
Find out more about Nottingham, one of the most popular student cities in the UK. Explore our award-winning Students' Union, our three campuses and the facilities on offer at NTU.
There are currently rooms available to book in both our Meridian Court and Maltings residences. These residences are just outside of the city centre and both come with a complementary bus pass, which can be used on any Nottingham City Transport bus!
Both residences benefit from:
Any available rooms can be viewed and booked online.
Why choose NTU accommodation?
The University's £13 million Boots library boasts more than 531,000 books, 2,800 journals, 9,000 eJournals, silent study areas and group study rooms. In addition, there are also dedicated libraries on the Clifton and Brackenhurst campuses.
Our IT resource rooms and PC clusters are distributed across all sites, with thousands of PCs providing access to Microsoft Office, email, web browsing, networked file storage and high-speed online printing services (with a free printing allowance for each student). Resource rooms at both the City and Clifton campuses are available 24 hours a day.
All three of our campuses provide high-quality on-site accommodation in a range of furnished self-catering residences offering en suite or shared bathroom facilities. We have accommodation, including purpose built studio accommodation, specifically for postgraduate students. Please contact us to find out more.
Nottingham also has a large selection of private rented accommodation available within easy reach of the University.
Our students are equipped with a wide range of facilities and resources to help in their studies. The latest equipment is available in our teaching spaces while constant investment in new technologies provides every opportunity for academic success.
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in activities ranging from sports clubs and societies to volunteering. An excellent standard of support is offered to all our students including financial advice, counselling, faith support, careers advice and help with accommodation.
Our Students' Union has been awarded Higher Education Students' Union of the Year 2015 by the National Union of Students (NUS), recognising the array of services and activities the Union offers. This includes everything from political engagement activities to a wide variety of entertainment and personal development opportunities.
Built in 2014, our City site Students' Union offers three storeys of social and leisure space, including a roof garden and sports facilities built to Sports England standards. This includes a dance studio, an 100-station fitness suite, and a 30ft climbing wall.The School has received accreditations from a range of professional bodies that recognise the quality of our teaching and research. Students can directly benefit from associate membership to professional institutes upon graduation.
Biomedical ScienceThe Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) has accredited both BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science and MSc Biomedical Science.
Students who complete these courses are eligible to apply for registration with the Health Professions Council after undergoing a period of training in an IBMS accredited laboratory.
Biological SciencesThe Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management has accredited the Ecology and Environmental Management pathway on our BSc (Hons).
Based on 100 reviews
It�s a great school, they are straightforward with the courses and lecturers put their best in teaching. In business the different conferences and events they always have set makes the course more interesting and exciting
The teaching is good and the lecturers explain topics clearly. Seminar classes help with deeper understanding and class participation. The university focuses a lot on employability and runs many useful career events. There are also plenty of activities to get involved in. It is supportive of students who work part-time or are mature students. Overall, I would recommend it.
My overall best take was the quality of the tutors and I also found the facilities to be pretty good. I did not enjoy the social element and often felt isolated. I was also not a huge fan of the nightlife in the area.
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