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City University London

City University London ranks #390 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 89.21 out of 100. It ranks #44 nationally.

| Global Rank 390 | Overall Score 89.21 |
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Top Country #44

Top Europe #141

Top World #390

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About City University London

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City University London is recognized for its strong focus on professional education and research. The vibrant urban setting provides students with numerous opportunities for internships and networking. City University is particularly noted for its strengths in business, law, and health sciences, making it a popular choice for students seeking practical experience. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, City University London is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

City University London Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
89.21
Global Rank
#390
Regional Rank
#141
Country Rank
#44

City University London Overall Rankings 2027

Explore City University London’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

85 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

88 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

86 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

75 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

84 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

83 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

87 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

82 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

79 / 100

Institutional Awards

80 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

81 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

78 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

85 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

90 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

91 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

88 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

83 / 100

Quality of Employment

89 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

86 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

84 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

85 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

80 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

89 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

88 / 100

International Student Support

90 / 100

International Students & Faculty

92 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

91 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

87 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

82 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

79 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

80 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

83 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

84 / 100

Research Output & Scale

85 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

81 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

80 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

86 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

84 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

82 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

85 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

84 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

83 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

88 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

87 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

83 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

88 / 100

Student Support Services

86 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

82 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

81 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

79 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

80 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

79 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

82 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

78 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

83 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

85 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

80 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

84 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

84 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

82 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

85 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

81 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

82 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

80 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

83 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

85 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

84 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

82 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

83 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

86 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

88 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

85 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

84 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

89 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

87 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

83 / 100

City University London Historical Rankings

Explore City University London's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for City University London

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#648
1981NA#654
1982NA#667
1983NA#681
1984NA#684
1985NA#698
1986NA#635
1987NA#635
1988NA#665
1989NA#635
1990NA#674
1991NA#635
1992NA#635
1993NA#722
1994NA#635
1995NA#635
1996NA#635
1997NA#657
1998NA#635
1999NA#635
2000NA#688
2001NA#690
2002NA#674
2003NA#656
2004NA#666
2005NA#658
2006NA#650
2007NA#632
2008NA#634
2009NA#626
2010NA#608
2011NA#610
2012NA#618
2013NA#621
2014NA#614
2015NA#580
2016NA#578
2017NA#584
2018NA#584
2019NA#714
2020NA#710
2021NA#769
2022NA#530
202388#321
202488.3#321
202587.36#317
202687.36#317
202789.21#390

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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Does UNIRANKS provide historical rankings for City University London?

Historical ranking information may be available on the UNIRANKS profile for City University London when historical records are available. These records can help users review changes in ranking performance over time.

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No. Rankings can support university research, but students should also consider academic programs, location, admission requirements, costs, student experience, career goals, and other factors that are important to their individual needs.

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