The Times Higher Education Young University Rankings list the world’s best universities that are aged 50 years or under. Following the 2018 ranking, the UK once again comes out on top with the most universities in the list - with 31 in the top 250 - showcasing how even the youngest universities in the UK are some of the best in the world.
Learn more about the best, youngest universities in the UK below and if you want to begin your UCAS application to study in the UK, arrange a free consultation with SI-UK Lagos today.
The Best Young Universities in the UK
1. Hull York Medical School
Hull York Medical School was founded in 2003 and is a joint venture between the University of Hull and University of York. The innovative MB BS Medicine programme at the School, which focuses on clinician led problem based learning, communication skills and early and sustained clinical exposure, is widely regarded as one of the best of its kind in the country.
- Year founded: 2003
- Did you know? Hull York Medical School has been recognised for its commitment to advancing women’s careers in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine by Athena SWAN.
2. University of Plymouth
The University of Plymouth is a global university, one that has 80 partnerships in more than 30 countries, including China, the United States and Sri Lanka. Plymouth was the first post-1992 university to launch its own medical school and also the first university in the world to be awarded the Social Enterprise Mark – the only independent accreditation to highlight organisations who place people and planet alongside profit.
- Year founded: 1992
- Did you know? Over 4,500 Plymouth University students per year benefit from placements and work-based learning.
3. University of Hertfordshire
The University of Hertfordshire is home to over 2,800 international students from over 100 countries, and over 800 courses are available to choose from. Created with direct input from innovative employers, informed by ground-breaking research and backed up with incredible careers support, Hertfordshire pride themselves on a fantastic graduate employment record.
- Year founded: 1992
- Did you know? The University of Hertfordshire is based in Hatfield, a town just 25 minutes from central London by train.
4. Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores is a pioneer of multimedia teaching and has one of the UK’s most state of the art media centres. Many lectures are delivered by computer, maximizing students’ one-to-one tutorial time with their lecturers.
- Year founded: 1992
- Did you know? Liverpool has more galleries and museums, including Tate Liverpool and the Museum of Liverpool Life, than any other city outside London.
5. Middlesex University
Middlesex’s flagship London campus combines modern facilities and expert teaching with the advantage of studying in one of the most diverse and exciting cities on earth. In recent years the University have invested more than £200 million to transform its London campus into a state-of-the-art centre for excellence. That investment included a new purpose built centre for art, design, media and performing arts students, as well as dedicated labs and studios for those studying science, technology and health courses.
- Year founded: 1992
- Did you know? Despite being a university under 50, Middlesex is also one of the top 500 universities in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
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