Leicester’s league table rise shows students really dig their digs
Satisfied students who are impressed with their accommodation are behind the Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s dramatic rise in a national league table.
Leicester has risen 20 places to fifth in the of the 2025 Uni Compare rankings. The University is also , while nine-out-of-10 students surveyed said they’d recommend Leicester to a friend.
The tables see students rank universities out of five for each category: accommodation, course quality, employability and student life. The combination of these four categories gives a university its overall ranking.
A student can only submit a review if they write a detailed account and provide their name, year of study, and the subject they are studying.
A review from Politics student, Jenae, said: “Leicester Uni offers a fantastic mix of courses and impactful research. The atmosphere is genuinely friendly, creating a supportive community. The faculty is both experienced and passionate, making the learning experience engaging. It's not just an academic institution; it's a vibrant community that values both knowledge and a welcoming environment.
“There are plenty of choices to suit everyone housing and accommodation-wise. The city vibe is this cool blend of history and modern stuff, and the social scene is exciting with clubs and events. It's not just books; it's a whole experience! Especially with societies.”
Law student Janita said: “The Â鶹ÊÓƵ was my second choice, as I initially wanted to end up in Birmingham. When I got to Leicester, I loved how the campus wasn't too big and all the first-year students lived in a little student village in Oadby. The student life was amazing and provided a great chance to mingle with new people. I studied Law and the course itself was great, with an option to do placement years and also an option to take an additional exam rather than complete a dissertation. Having completed my three years at Leicester, I could not see myself anywhere else. I made friends for life and the community was great.”
Leicester was also ranked 20th for employability, following a jump of 71 places compared to last year, and 23rd in both the student life and quality of course categories.
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