Published annually, the Guide ranks 130 UK universities based on measures including entry standards, research quality, graduate prospects and student satisfaction.
Edge Hill was ranked 56th overall and achieved its highest scores in graduate outcomes – students’ next steps into graduate level or professional roles, or further education for example – rising 12 places to 20th in the ‘on track’ category and improving by 16 places to 50th in the ‘outcome’ category.
In three subject areas – paramedic science, health studies and social work – Edge Hill was placed top 10 in the UK, and the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance course was named the best of its kind in the UK for student satisfaction.
The University improved on the proportion of students who complete their degree, up 18 places to 54th, and also ranked just outside the top 30 for investment in facilities.
Vice-Chancellor Michael Young said: “I am immensely proud to be the new Vice-Chancellor Edge Hill University as we celebrate retaining a top five position in the North West.
“This achievement reflects the dedication and ambition of our staff and students, and our ongoing commitment to providing an outstanding student experience.
“Our strong performance in graduate outcomes and subject rankings, especially in vital public sector subject areas like paramedic science, health studies and social work, demonstrates our determination to equip our students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in their chosen fields.”
Edge Hill University also excelled in the recent Uni Compare UK 2026 rankings, based on student feedback, achieving the top spot for accommodation in the UK for the third consecutive year. The University came 5th for course quality, 9th for employability, 5th overall in England and 6th overall in the UK.
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June 10, 2025
