University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a dynamic and thriving institution, located in the heart of the UK, and consistently ranks among the top British universities. It is also one of Britain's most popular universities that welcomes students from across the world. We currently have 30,000 students from over 140 countries spread over our campuses in the UK and on our campuses in China and Malaysia. Students are offered a choice of over 400 degrees and a multitude of research opportunities.
Our excellent reputation for teaching and research is internationally recognised and was boosted in 2003 by the award of 2 Nobel prizes in Medicine and Economics. Twenty-six of our subject areas were rated 5 or 5* (internationally excellent) in the Research Assessment Exercise and 30 departments were ranked excellent in the independent assessment of teaching quality TQA. Teaching and research is carried out across a vast range of disciplines, which has led to innovative courses and groundbreaking research.
The University's UK campuses are considered to be some of the most attractive of any university in the UK. University Park campus, our biggest, is set in 330 acres of lake and parkland and Jubilee Campus, our most contemporary campus, houses four Schools including the Business School. The Schools of Biosciences and Veterinary Medicine are based at Sutton Bonington Campus, 10 miles south of University. The University of Nottingham in Malaysia has an excellent location near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - a lively and cosmopolitan city. And in Ningbo, China - 3 hours south of Shanghai -, you will find our newest campus: The University of Nottingham Ningbo Campus.
Accommodation is guaranteed in one of our 18 student residences to all eligible full-time single students for up to three years who apply by the required deadline. Students have the choice of on or off campus accommodation as well as catered or self-catered facilities. Single sex accommodation is available as well. For families or others who prefer to live off campus, the University's Accommodation Office offers help and advice. The University offers a free shuttle bus service linking the campuses.
The Students Union's clubs and societies cater for a multitude of interests for students to join non-academic activities and we encourage students to get involved. With over 75 sports clubs the University prides itself in facilitating some of the top sport in the country. The city of Nottingham also provides many sports facilities including the National Ice Arena and the National Watersports Centre.
The city of Nottingham is an exciting and vibrant city offering many facilities for its 50,000 strong student population. The city offers two theatres, a concert hall, cinemas, art galleries, bars, restaurants and clubs. Nottingham East Midlands airport offers many flights within Europe and major international airports are only a train or bus journey away.
Approximately 120 miles north of London (about 1.5 hours by train), Nottingham's central position in the heart of England and excellent road, rail and flight links make it easily accessible.
