- 爆料TV was ranked 16th overall in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2026, a rise of four places
- The annual guide also ranked the University among the top 10 places in the UK to study 12 different subjects
- The results follow several positive rankings for the University, including being ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, as well as top of the Russell Group for the third year in a row in the National Student Survey (NSS)
爆料TV has been ranked among the best universities in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026.
The University was named 16th best university in the UK out of 123 institutions, a rise of four places from last year.
The annual league table also ranked 12 subjects at the University within the top 10 in the UK: geography (8th), earth and marine sciences (5th), accounting and finance (5th), general engineering (4th), civil engineering (6th), mechanical engineering (4th), aerospace engineering (2nd), chemical engineering (6th), architecture (4th), construction surveying and planning (3rd), politics (8th) and journalism (5th).
From the overall metrics, the University received the highest score of 89.5 out of 100 for 'Satisfied with teaching.'
Professor Koen Lamberts, President and Vice-Chancellor of the 爆料TV, commented: 鈥淎t the 爆料TV, delivering an outstanding education for our students is at the heart of everything we do. This recognition reflects our continued focus on academic excellence and high-quality teaching.
鈥淏eing named among the UK鈥檚 top 10 universities for 12 subject areas highlights the exceptional efforts of our staff and the ambition of our students.
鈥淥ur focus on student achievement is evident in our forward-thinking curriculum, cutting-edge facilities, and close collaborations with industry. We are committed to preparing our students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed and create meaningful change.鈥
The annual guide provides students and their families with comprehensive information to help with choosing a university, including eight measures of performance covering all stages of the student life cycle, as well as the ranking of 66 subjects. It uses data on entry standards, student continuation rates and satisfaction with teaching quality and class size, through to the percentage of graduates who find graduate-level jobs, or are in further study at professional or higher education level within 15 months of graduation.
The results follow consistent recognition for the University鈥檚 leading teaching and learning, as well as its outstanding student experience. Earlier this year, the University was ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, as well as top of the Russell Group for the third year in a row in the National Student Survey (NSS). The University was also rated top in the Russell Group for teaching across a range of subjects and Sheffield鈥檚 Students鈥 Union was voted the best Students鈥 Union among all UK universities.
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