

London, England
Goldsmiths, University of London is one of the world's leading universities located in London, Greater London.
In the latest rankings, Goldsmiths is positioned in the 711-720 band in the QS World Rankings 2026; in the 501-600 band in the THE World Rankings 2026; #84 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).
The university has approximately 7,910 students, with a diverse international community representing 59 nationalities — 40% of the student body. The largest international cohorts come from China, United States, and Korea (South).
Goldsmiths currently lists 140 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 18 undergraduate and 122 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 88% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £29,600 after five years.
Student satisfaction is good, with 83% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.
London is one of the world's great capital cities, offering unmatched career opportunities and cultural richness.
Goldsmiths, University of London is ranked #711 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #50 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #711 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #501 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #84 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #50 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
83% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £27,000 | £24,840 | +9% |
| 5 years | £29,600 | £27,232 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 77% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
40.3% of students are international, representing 59+ countries. Total international students: 3,190.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| China | 1,725 | 54.1% |
| United States | 235 | 7.4% |
| Korea (South) | 150 | 4.7% |
| India | 140 | 4.4% |
| Taiwan | 70 | 2.2% |
| Hong Kong | 65 | 2% |
| Germany | 50 | 1.6% |
| Turkey | 45 | 1.4% |
| Japan | 40 | 1.3% |
| France | 35 | 1.1% |
Source: HESA official data.
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