History
The University of Westminster boasts a rich history and has been providing students with academic excellence, cultural engagement and personal enrichment since its inception as The Polytechnic Institution in 1838.
Education
Our undergraduate, postgraduate and short courses span a variety of subjects – from Architecture and Interiors to Computer Science and Software Engineering, from Business and Management to Journalism, Digital Media and PR.
The University of Westminster and its courses are located in London.
Research
Research at Westminster furthers our University’s historic mission to enable people from every background to reach their full potential.
At Westminster, researchers ask the questions that expand beyond existing boundaries. Continuing our pioneering past, colleagues and students, thinkers and creators, all come together in our Research Communities, Groups and Centres to look forward, anticipate what’s changing, and embrace the new with energy and imagination.
Career
Whether you're looking for your first graduate role, a part-time job to fit around your studies, applying for a postgraduate course or just plain confused about what you want to do in the future book a one-to-one advice session.
These advice sessions give you the opportunity to obtain feedback and advice on CVs, application forms, interviews and other career concerns.
Our online careers hub, Engage, is where to go for jobs listings and information about placements, volunteering, careers fairs, networking events and careers resources including example CVs and how to prepare for interviews.
Student services
The Student Centre provides valuable guidance on services to make a real difference to your student life and wellbeing.
We can answer a large number of general queries and provide information about a diverse range of services and support.
If we can’t solve your query, we can get you to the team or colleague who can.
Housing services
The University of Westminster’s Student Accommodation Team can help you with a variety of housing issues.
As well as providing University halls of residence, the team can assist you in your search for alternative accommodation. They also offer advice about issues such as tenancy agreements and dealing with landlords.
Library services
For collections, contact details, accessibility information and more, visit our individual library pages:
- Cavendish Library
- Harrow Library
- Marylebone Library
- Regent Library
ICT services
IT Services: We’re the team behind the tech equipment on campus, such as the printers and the computers you see in labs and classrooms. We also provide your software access, the free applications you can download, and we monitor and maintain all the systems that you interact with.
Medical services
We provide confidential information and advice on a range of topics:
- General wellbeing
- Homelessness
- Healthier lifestyles
- Accessing University and external support services including mental health, counselling and sexual health services
Campus life
Our courses are taught across four London campuses – three in central London and all within walking distance of each other, and a fourth in Harrow, north-west London, which is just a 30-minute tube ride away from central London.
Sports facilities
Members of the general public can get access to our gyms and classes, as well as our range of other sports and fitness facilities and activities.
Our services also include fitness assessments, one-to-one personal training and exercise programmes without the astronomical joining fees and attitude you can find at other city-central gyms.
Student clubs
When you enrol at the University, you automatically become a member of the University of Westminster Students’ Union (UWSU) - an independent organisation that is run by students, for students.
The Students' Union is there to represent your needs as a student, protect your rights and make sure your voice is heard when key decisions are made at the University.
University of Westminster Overview
University of Westminster Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 14.3% United Kingdom
Top 11.2% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
801
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | 801 | 801 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
801
By TopUniversities
Dropped 60 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 711 | 741 | 801 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
1687
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 52 places compared to 2025
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
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1498 | 1635 | 1687 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
University of Westminster Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United Kingdom Country
London City
#2 Branch Campus
United Kingdom Country
City of London City
#3 Branch Campus
Uzbekistan Country
Tashkent City
University of Westminster Student Reviews & Awards
4.3
Based on 100 reviews
- 5 Star 48 Reviews
- 4 Star 39 Reviews
- 3 Star 9 Reviews
- 2 Star 3 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.4
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
- Student Diversity 4.3
- Online Classroom Experience 4.4
- Admission Process 4.5
- Quality of Student Life 4.0
- Career Development 4.0
My Wonderful Experience at Westminster
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academics discipline
I chose the Data Science and Analytics MSc (Full-time) at the University of Westminster because of its strong focus on both theoretical foundations and practical, real-world applications of data science. The programme is well structured and covers essential areas such as data analysis, machine learning, programming, and data visualization, which are highly relevant in today’s job market. The application process was straightforward and well explained, and communication from the university was clear throughout. Once enrolled, I found the lecturers to be knowledgeable and supportive, with a good balance between lectures, practical sessions, and independent work. The course encourages critical thinking and hands-on learning through projects and assignments, which helped me develop confidence in using data science tools and techniques. What I liked most about the programme was the practical approach to learning, especially working with real datasets and industry-relevant software. The diverse student community also made the learning experience richer, as it allowed for collaboration and exchange of ideas from different backgrounds. The workload is manageable but requires good time management, especially during assignment and project periods. One area that could be improved is additional career guidance and more industry engagement opportunities. Overall, I gained valuable skills in data analysis, programming, and problem-solving, and I would recommend this programme to students who are motivated, disciplined, and interested in building a strong foundation in data science and analytics.
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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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