The University of Gloucestershire is a public university located in Cheltenham and Gloucester, England. Its origins date back to 1834, and it gained full university status in 2001. The university has a student population of around 9,000+ and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across fields such as business, media, health, sports, and arts.

It is known for its student-focused learning environment, smaller class sizes, and strong links with employers, helping students gain practical experience alongside academic study.

📊 Ranking Details (Latest Trends)

🌍 Global Rankings

• Times Higher Education (THE) 2026: Ranked 1001–1200 globally
• EduRank 2025:
  • #1981 in the world
  • #661 in Europe
  • #111 in the UK

🇬🇧 UK National Rankings (Recent Performance)

• Guardian University Guide 2026: #68 (jumped significantly from #104 in 2024)
• Complete University Guide 2026: #72
• Significant upward movement across major UK league tables, making it one of the fastest-rising universities in recent years

📚 Subject Rankings Highlights

• Top 10 in UK for:
  • Paramedic Science
  • English
  • Physiotherapy
• Strong improvements in:
  • Communication & Media Studies (Top 20)
  • Accounting & Finance
  • Sociology and Business