Number one in education in the UK for research impact

2014 Research Excellence Framework

We're home to a diverse and welcoming academic community with students from all over the world. Our forward-thinking teaching and influential research is respected globally.

An extraordinary student experience

Visit us on 21 June to see what it really means to study at a world-class university in a unique city. As the top university in the Russell Group for Student experience and voted the best Student's Union for 9 years running, we've a lot to offer!

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Funding for Exceptional Academics

We believe in rewarding international applicants who show exceptional academic achievement and potential. We have over £4.5 million available for international scholarships.

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Valuing the Visual in Literacy Research International Conference 4th – 5th July 2017

This conference seeks to explore the many intersections between written and spoken language and the visual - in everyday life, representational practices and literacy.

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Undergraduate Open Days

International scholarships

International Literacy Conference

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Choose from a range of full and part-time courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, PGDE and distance learning programmes.

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World-leading research

Our research has a direct impact on educational theory, policy and practice. We're supporting the development of children, families and learning communities through dedicated research centres.

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