The University of Bolton does not appear in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings or the QS World University Rankings. According to the Complete University Guide 2021, the University of Bolton is ranked 74th out of 129 institutions in the UK. It is also ranked 4th in the North West of England.
The university has achieved a Gold award for teaching excellence from the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It has also achieved a Silver award for research intensity from the Research Excellence Framework (REF). In addition, the University of Bolton was rated as "Good" by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
The University of Bolton has also achieved a 4-star rating in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020. It has also received a "Highly Rated" status in the Guardian University Guide 2020.
The university has a strong focus on employability and developing graduates with the skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen fields. It has a range of career-focused courses and professional development opportunities.
The University of Bolton has an international reputation for teaching excellence, with a number of courses being recognized by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). Its programs are also well-regarded by employers. In terms of student satisfaction, the University of Bolton has consistently achieved strong scores in the National Student Survey (NSS).
It achieved a score of 78% for overall satisfaction in 2019. The University of Bolton is committed to providing a high-quality student experience and achieving the best possible outcomes for its students. It has a range of support services and activities designed to help students make the most of their time at the university.
