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Keele University

Established in 1949, Keele University has remained dedicated to its core mission: providing the highest quality education and cutting-edge research to improve lives and address the most pressing societal issues, both in the local region and around the world.

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A Green University

Not only does the 600-acre campus stretch across woods, lakes and parkland, but the University is dedicated to sustainability and environmental research. Keele has invested £1.2 million in carbon reduction, with an aim to be carbon neutral by 2030.


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Supporting You

Keele is a socially responsible university with a focus on student satisfaction and creating unparalleled study experiences. Living and studying on the self-contained campus, you will be surrounded by academic and support staff who will nurture you to achieve your potential.


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Academic Integrity

Keele University consistently features in The Times and The Guardian UK Top 30 subject rankings. It is also one of the Top 15 universities in England for combined excellence in both teaching and research (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and boasts a vast range of research specialisms.


Why study at Keele University?

  • 4th in the UK for Nursing (The Times 2025)
  • 5th in the UK for Forensic Science (The Guardian 2025)
  • 9th in the UK for Physiotherapy (The Times 2025)
  • UK Top 40 for Business (The Guardian 2025)
  • 1st for Business in the National Student Survey 2024
  • 80% of research classified as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
  • A 600-acre self-contained campus, with everything you need in one place
  • 12,500 students on campus, so lots of opportunity to make friends
  • 100,000 Keele University alumni in 162 countries
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