08.06.10
1994 Group Universities secure over half of top 20 places in Guardian University League Tables
The Guardian national university league tables published today highlight the excellent performance of 1994 Group universities with 12 members securing places in the top 20.
Paul
Marshall, Executive Director of the 1994 Group said:
"In
a very competitive job market, deciding on which university to attend is an
increasing important choice and providing good information for prospective students
is crucial. Savvy students have worked out that 1994 Group universities deliver
the very best academic experience through a combination of world-class
research, a commitment to research-led teaching and the highest levels of
student satisfaction."
"Once
again a major national university league table highlights the strength of 1994
Group universities. Achieving 12 of the top 20 places confirms that
our members are second to none in delivering a world-class academic
experience."
Notes to Editors
1. The 1994 Group represents 19 of UK's leading
student-focused research-intensive universities. It was established in 1994 to
promote excellence in university research and teaching. www.1994group.ac.uk
2. 12 of the top 20 universities in the Guardian
University Guide 2011 league tables published on the 8th June 2010
are 1994 Group members. http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/table/2010/jun/04/university-league-table
3. 7 of the top 10 universities for student experience
are 1994 Group Universities (2009 National Student Survey). In 17 major subject
areas 1994 Group universities are the UK leaders achieving 1st place in their
field (THE RAE subject rankings 2008). 57% of the 1994 Group's research is
rated 4* 'world-leading' or 3* 'internationally excellent' (RAE 2008, HEFCE).
4. The
1994 Group represents: University of Bath, Birkbeck University of London,
Durham University, University of East Anglia, University of Essex, University
of Exeter, Goldsmiths University of London, Institute of Education University
of London, Royal Holloway University of London, Lancaster University,
University of Leicester, Loughborough University, Queen Mary University of
London, University of Reading, University of St Andrews, School of Oriental and
African Studies, University of Surrey, University of Sussex, University of
York.