Top 10 universities in the West Midlands 2025

Who comes out on top in the West Midlands? 

2025 sees the University of Warwick keep its spot at the top with the University of Birmingham and Harper Adams retaining their second and third places too. Everyone else in the top ten retain their places from last year.

To find out more about the top unis in the West Midlands click on the links below:

1. 1. University of Warwick
2. 2. University of Birmingham
3. 3. Harper Adams University
4. 4. Aston University, Birmingham
5. 5. Keele University
6. 6. Coventry University
7. 7. University of Worcester
8. 8. Birmingham City University
9. 9. Staffordshire University
10. 10. University of Wolverhampton

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Studying in the West Midlands 

Sitting at the heart of the country, the West Midlands is a diverse, well-connected place that’s easy to get around. Its sheer size means there’s something for everyone from festivals, art, industrial heritage, sports, and green spaces. If you fancy a curry, you’ve come to the right place! 

To find out more about studying in the West Midlands check out our regional guide

University cities and towns in the West Midlands 

Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK and one of the most popular student destinations with five universities to choose from. If you fancy somewhere smaller Worcester offers a great mix of cafes, shops, bars and cultural events. Coventry, voted UK City of Culture in 2021, is also a great place to spend some time and confusingly is also where you’ll find the University of Warwick’s campus! To find out more about university cities and towns, check out our city guides.

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