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Queen Mary University

Queen Mary University of London, established in 1785 and evolving into a modern Russell Group powerhouse, is the only campus-based Russell Group university in London. A truly global institution, QMUL hosts over 32,000 students representing 170+ nationalities, with nearly 46% of students from overseas, and is celebrated as one of the best in the UK for social mobility, welcoming many first-generation students and those from diverse backgrounds.

Queen Mary stands out for its research excellence, ranked around 24th globally for research quality and joint 7th in the UK in REF 2021, with 92% of its research judged ‘internationally excellent’ or ‘world-leading’. It continues to make high-impact contributions—from discovering exoplanets and sequencing 100,000 NHS genomes to pioneering trauma care protocols adopted across the NHS. 

In addition, Queen Mary’s economic and public engagement is strong. For every £1 spent, it generated a £7 economic benefit to local communities, contributing £4.4 billion nationally, while being placed in the top tier of the Knowledge Exchange Framework for research partnerships, commercialization, and public engagement.

On the employability front, QMUL ranks among the top 20 UK universities targeted by top employers, with 85% of graduates in work or further study within 15 months and an average salary of over £31,000, five years post graduating. Students benefit from robust support including career coaching, job fairs, an enterprise incubator offering funding, mentoring, and even £10,000 equity-free awards—plus programs like degree apprenticeships and start-up support.

The university’s corporate recruitment network is wide, with employers including Google, IBM, Microsoft, HSBC, Barclays, Deloitte, PwC, major law firms (e.g. Clifford Chance, Linklaters), the BBC, Sky, and NHS providers actively engaging students through placements and projects.

Nestled in East London, Queen Mary offers vibrant student life through excellent facilities (e.g., the historic mile-end Queens’ Building), over 60 sports clubs, 300+ societies, and strong student support services—from health, welfare, to academic advice—earning it recognition for inclusivity and community-based engagement.

With its blend of world-class research, inclusive community ethos, strong employability networks, and rich student experience, Queen Mary University of London offers a compelling academic environment grounded in both global reach and local impact.