Students learn in a way that’s personal to them at Middlesex. They get real-life experience to put their knowledge into practice and develop advanced skills. Then they take their skills and experience and use them to learn throughout the rest of their lives.
In our history, different schools and colleges in north London came together to create the progressive and inclusive university that we are today.
1878 – our history begins
1968 – ground-breaking Students’ Union sit-in
1973 – Middlesex Polytechnic is formed
1990 – invention of argentium silver at Middlesex
1992 – Middlesex Polytechnic becomes Middlesex University
1994 – Dalai Lama visits campus
Education
We offer pre-undergraduate, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Accounting and Finance, Business and Management, Computing and IT, Education, Law and Politics, Marketing, Media and Communications, Psychology, Social Science and International Tourism Management. We also offer professional short courses to boost your career.
Research
Our ground breaking, innovative research looks for ways to make positive change in the world. Middlesex has a strong research culture and a community of academic staff who continue to strengthen our excellent platform for research.
Our academic community of active practitioners and committed researchers includes many leaders in their field.
Career
Recruitment fairs such as our Gradstock Festival give you industry exposure as you start to build your professional network
Lectures and seminars led by employers so you can hear what they’re looking for and what’s new in your area
Professional networking events like our accounting and finance event with KPMG get you together with Middlesex alumni working in your area and other professionals.
Middlesex UniversityKey Statistics & Highlights
#901Ranking
64 Courses
860Academic Staff
15,645Students
7,197Students (int'l)
9,387Students (female)
Public Institution Type
Student services
At Middlesex, we have over 85 student groups that cover everything from hobbies and interests to religion and nationality, as well as academic clubs related to your degree subject.
Groups organise events and activities, campaign for what they care about and volunteer their time to make a difference.
Housing services
If you're moving away from home for uni, then we're here to help you find accommodation in our own halls and halls shared with other universities. We can also help you find a private rented place in London.
There are many benefits to living in halls of residence.
Here are three top reasons to choose halls.
Living in halls is a great way to meet people. Make the most of shared spaces to study, eat, watch TV and play sport together
Our halls have 24-hour reception and security teams so there's always someone around to help. The team will also fix maintenance problems quickly with no hassle
We guarantee accommodation in halls for all full-time first year undergraduate students.
Library services
Independent study at Sheppard Library
Over 1,000 study areas with rooms for group study and over 600 computer spaces
350,000 books and e-books and more than 24,000 online journals
Specialist facilities, including the Business School's Financial Markets Suite and our Teaching Resources Room.
ICT services
The latest IT facilities
You'll use the fastest computers and latest software at Middlesex. Choose between hundreds of PCs and Macs, and use your own devices with our free, open and reliable Wi-Fi across the campus.
Expert IT support
Our expert staff are here to answer your questions at drop-in IT sessions every weekday and one-to-one and group IT training sessions for you to book.
Campus life
At Middlesex we've got one of the biggest and best campuses in London. Everything you need is here so you can try new things, gain new skills and make the most of your time at uni and in London.
Whether you’re keen to join a society, get on the basketball court or hang out with your new Middlesex family, here’s how you can get involved in life on campus.
Sports facilities
We've got something for everyone, those interested in sport and fitness, Olympic medal winners and students giving it a go.
Use our excellent outdoor and indoor sports facilities on campus including:
2x 3G 7-A-Side football pitches
3 floodlit outdoor courts (MACS), with markings and posts for tennis, basketball, netball and 5-A-Side football and even cricket nets
Bouldering wall
Table Tennis tables and Basketball Hoops which are free to use
Our very own real tennis court.
You can book any of the pitches and courts to play with friends. Plus as a Middlesex student, you'll have access to local facilities for sports including rugby, golf, hockey, athletics, canoeing and swimming.
Student clubs
Student Liberation Groups
These groups bring together students with similar experiences to network and campaign for change. They are for Women students, Disabled students, Black students (of African, Arab, Asian and Caribbean heritage) and LGBT+ students (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender).
Community networks
Join a community of students who have the same circumstances as you. There are networks for commuting students, student parents and carers, international students and postgraduate students. Together you'll support each other to have the best possible student experience.
Accreditation
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education accredits Middlesex County College.
Middlesex UniversityOverview
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Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 9.1%United Kingdom
Top 11.4%Worldwide
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QS World University Rankings
901
By TopUniversities
Dropped 100 places compared to 2026
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
2025
2026
2027
721
801
901
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Best Global Universities Rankings
1259
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 21 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
2025
2026
2027
1181
1238
1259
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World University Rankings
No 2027 Ranking
By Times Higher Education
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3 year trend World University Rankings
2025
2026
2027
501
501
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The course is releavnt with real world examples for when joining the workforce. The lecturers are passionate and actually genuinely interested in the students learning and want them to do well. The campus has a great vibe and feel.
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I began my studies at Middlesex University on a strong note and I am grateful to the tutors, who provided valuable insight and were always available whenever I had questions. However, I was truly dissatisfied with the programme structure. Several modules were skipped, leaving me feeling as though I had not been able to explore the material in the depth I would have liked.
As students, we tried to voice these concerns, but we did not receive the answers or clarity we were hoping for. This left many of us confused about what to revise for exams and what to include in coursework. Even the lecturers acknowledged the issue, though it was ultimately out of their hands.
Looking ahead to my postgraduate studies, I am determined to approach the experience differently. I am ready to put in the work and strive for excellence, because I see this as a defining chapter in my life—one I want to pursue wholeheartedly and remember with pride.
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