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93%
'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'
Submitted research - REF 2021
23rd
in the world for Geography
QS World University Rankings 2025
Silver
award for our commitment to gender equality
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Research and innovation
We work at the forefront of global research agendas, leading the way in finding solutions to major social, political and environmental challenges. This exciting and impactful research takes us to some of the remotest places on Earth, including the high mountains, both poles and the depths of the tropical rainforests, as well as to the world’s major urban conurbations in both developed and developing nations.

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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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