Quick Summary
The University of Northampton, in Northampton, United Kingdom, is a public that has shaped higher education since 2005. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 22% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Leather Technology, Nursing, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 78%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A modern Waterside campus designed for 21st-century learning, strong focus on employability, and unique Ashoka U Changemaker status.
Subject Strengths
Leather TechnologyNursingEducationFashionBusiness Management
Founded2005
TypePublic
Total Students13500
Intl Students22%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size58
Affiliated HospitalsNorthampton General Hospital, St Andrew's Healthcare
AccreditationPrivy Council, AACSB (Business School), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), British Psychological Society (BPS)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research Degrees, Foundation Years, Executive Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute for Social Innovation and Impact, Centre for Health and Wellbeing Research, Institute of Creative Leather Technologies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Privy Council, AACSB (Business School), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), British Psychological Society (BPS)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate78%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-01-29
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2025-10-31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight social impact and 'Changemaker' qualities in the personal statement. Early application is recommended for high-demand health and nursing courses.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£16,250/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£11,000/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£17,500/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$37
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£27,250/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research Degrees, Foundation Years, Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| BSc Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BA Fashion | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BSc Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BSc Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with BarclaycardCarlsbergNHSand various local leather and fashion enterprises.
Notable Alumni
Andrew Collins, Bill Drummond, James Lowder, Owen Wright
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Waterside Sports Pavilion, fitness suites, floodlit pitches, and multi-use games areas.
Student Clubs
Over 60 societies including Esports, Debating, and various cultural associations.
Library Resources
The Learning Hub (24/7 access), digital archives, and extensive specialist leather library.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available