General · 14 February 2026
Essex takes 12th spot in Guardian university list
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The Guardian released its 2026 university rankings on 13 September, highlighting significant achievements for certain institutions. The University of Essex secured its best ever result at number 12, finishing ahead of multiple Russell Group members. Meanwhile, Exeter rose one place to 17th, ensuring it remains within the top 20 across all primary league tables. These updated scores reflect factors like teaching quality and student satisfaction.
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