UEA rises to 21st in the Complete University Guide 2025 rankings
By: Communications
The University of East Anglia (UEA) has further improved its place as a top 25 UK university in the Complete University Guide (CUG) 2025 rankings, rising from 23rd to 21st.
The annual table, which was publicised today (Tuesday 14 May) and assessed 130 universities in the UK, has placed UEA in its highest position since 2020.
The annual CUG league tables score and rank educational institutions across the UK on ten individual measures, including: entry standards, student satisfaction, research quality and graduate prospects.
Vice-Chancellor Prof David Maguire said: “This is another successful outcome for UEA in a prestigious annual ranking table, and I’m naturally very pleased that our position as an outstanding UK university is confirmed.
“The Complete University Guide assesses the full package of the services higher educational institutions have to offer, from the variety and quality of our research to the educational experience we provide for our students, and more besides.
“This is a really important measurement of our progress as an organisation, and I’d like to thank everyone in the UEA community for their hard work and dedication in pushing us forward.”
CUG also publishes subject level tables across a number of different areas, with UEA rated as the best in the UK for Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy. UEA’s offer was ranked the highest of just under 50 universities nationwide.
Study Occupational Therapy at UEA
UEA also featured in the top ten in a number of other subject areas:
- Physiotherapy (3rd)
- Paramedic Science (5th)
- American Studies (7th)
- Creative Writing (7th)
- Speech and Language Therapy (7th)
- Sports Science (7th)
UEA’s latest rankings success comes a month after its School of Global Development celebrated a top 20 position worldwide for Development Studies in the QS Global University Rankings by Subject 2024.
Simon Emmett, Chief Executive Officer of IDP Connect, said: "The 2025 Complete University Guide rankings are an essential compass for students navigating their academic journey. Rooted in unwavering independence, the guide empowers students with crucial insights, ensuring trust and reliability in their decision-making process. Beyond mere rankings, the guide addresses key concerns like cost of living and local crime rates, serving as a comprehensive resource for students and parents alike."
View the full rankings on the Complete University Guide website.
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