Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ named among UK’s top five universities for graduate employability
The University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ has been named one of the UK’s top five universities for graduate employability in a new international ranking.
The University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ placed fifth in the UK and 50th globally in the , published by Times Higher Education. This represents an improvement from 56th place globally in the 2026 ranking.
The ranking, designed by HR consultancy Emerging, identifies the universities that recruiters at leading companies believe are best at preparing students for the workplace. A total of 17 UK universities feature among the 300 institutions included globally.
The result follows further recognition of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æâ€™s strong links with employers. Earlier this year, the University was ranked first in the UK for graduate employer interest in High Fliers' The Graduate Market in 2026, based on research with 100 of the UK’s leading graduate employers.
This recognition reflects the strength of our students and graduates, as well as our close relationships with employers. We want our students to leave Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ with the knowledge, skills, experience and confidence they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world of work.
Professor Jenn Hallam, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students said: “This recognition reflects the strength of our students and graduates, as well as our close relationships with employers. We want our students to leave Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ with the knowledge, skills, experience and confidence they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world of work.â€�
The University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ is taking practical steps to support graduate employability through placements, micro-internships and closer working with business. These opportunities enable students to apply their learning, build confidence and take their first steps into employment.
In other rankings during 2026 The University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ was placed and . Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ also .