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University of Westminster, London

London, England

  • TEF Silver
  • #851 QS World
  • #79 UK
#851QS World Ranking
#79UK Ranking
SilverTEF Rating
83%Satisfaction
78.5%Employment
£28,500Avg. Salary

About University of Westminster, London

University of Westminster, London is one of the world's leading universities located in London, Greater London. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.

In the latest rankings, University of Westminster is positioned in the 801-850 band in the QS World Rankings 2026; in the 801-1000 band in the THE World Rankings 2026; #107 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).

The university has approximately 20,940 students, with a diverse international community representing 108 nationalities — 30% of the student body. The largest international cohorts come from India, United States, and China.

University of Westminster currently lists 148 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 67 undergraduate and 81 postgraduate programmes. There are 2 scholarships available for international students.

Graduate outcomes are strong: 85% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £31,400 after five years.

Student satisfaction is good, with 84% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.

London is one of the world's great capital cities, offering unmatched career opportunities and cultural richness.

Founded1838
Total Students20,940+
Campus TypeSuburban

What is University of Westminster, London's Ranking in 2026?

University of Westminster, London is ranked #851 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #79 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.

Ranking SystemPosition
QS World University Rankings 2026#851
Times Higher Education 2026#801
Guardian University Guide (UK)#107
The Complete University Guide (UK)#79

Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026

What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?

78.5% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

78.5%Employed
4.9%Further Study
9.3%Studying & Working
9.5%Unemployed

Salary Progression

Time After GraduationMedian SalaryUK AverageDifference
15 months£28,500£26,220+9%
3 years£28,100£25,852+9%
5 years£31,400£28,888+9%

Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025

Official Data

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.

How Satisfied Are Students?

Has an 83% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

83%Overall
Teaching Quality83.6%
Learning Resources87.4%
Academic Support83.9%
Assessment81.8%
Organisation82.2%
Student Voice79.1%

Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

Official Data

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.

How Many International Students Study Here?

30.3% of students are international, representing 108+ countries. Total international students: 6,350.

6,350International Students
30.3%of Student Body
108+Countries
CountriesStudentsPercentage
India1,09517.2%
United States81012.8%
China75511.9%
Turkey2604.1%
Italy1652.6%
Pakistan1602.5%
Germany1402.2%
Kuwait1302%
Saudi Arabia1252%
France951.5%

Source: HESA official data.

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Scholarships for International Students

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Quick Facts

TypeUniversity
Founded1838
Total Students20,940+
International Students30.3%

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