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nss 2026 top 10 in uk

We're top 10 in the UK - National Student Survey 2026

Ranked 7th in the UK for overall student positivity

Discover why students rank us highly
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We're University of the year for employability

This recognition reflects a sustained, institution-wide commitment to embedding employability across the student experience - from curriculum design and industry engagement to tailored support that prepares students for successful futures.

Open days

Stoke-on-Trent campus

  • Saturday 15 August 2026
    • Undergraduate
  • Tuesday 18 August 2026
    • Postgraduate
  • Saturday 17 October 2026
    • Undergraduate
  • Saturday 28 November 2026
    • Undergraduate
  • Saturday 12 December 2026
    • Undergraduate

Centre for Health Innovation Stafford

  • Tuesday 18 August 2026
    • Postgraduate
  • Saturday 10 October 2026
    • Undergraduate
  • Saturday 14 November 2026
    • Undergraduate
  • Saturday 5 December 2026
    • Undergraduate

University of Staffordshire London

  • Tuesday 18 August 2026
    • Postgraduate
  • Saturday 17 October 2026
    • Undergraduate
    • Postgraduate
  • Saturday 14 November 2026
    • Undergraduate
    • Postgraduate
  • Saturday 5 December 2026
    • Undergraduate
    • Postgraduate

This is our place, built around you.

Come and join the university that turns degrees into real jobs. With personalised support, hands-on learning and lots of industry links, you’ll discover a future full of possibilities. And as part of our welcoming and inclusive community, you’ll feel like you really belong here.

80% positive graduate destinations and lifetime support

Includes those in graduate-level jobs within 15 months of graduation. We offer graduate internships and access to our careers service for life.

Guaranteed professional practice

Access to placements, work experience and international opportunities on every degree course.

Employability embedded in every degree

Students become career-ready through hands-on experience, industry links and professional connections.

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Getting you career-ready

Discover opportunities to build real-world experience.

We offer placements in the UK and abroad, life-time support for after you graduate, and we find you flexible part-time roles designed to fit around your studies. Whether you're looking for a year in industry or need one-to-one coaching with landing your graduate role, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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I have been given so many opportunities that I would never get in my life, it really is a gateway of endless networking and connections.
Rico Lee

Esports student

Upcoming events

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18 July

Webinar: Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc

Hear from our expert academics about the Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc, from course content to practical experience and career development.

22 July

Webinar: International Studies Masters Programme

Hear from our expert academics about our International Studies Masters Programme available.

29 July

Careers, Employability and Part-Time Work for International Offer Holders

Work support webinar covering careers, placements, part-time jobs, UniTemps and how international students can get career ready in the UK.

Latest news

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University of Staffordshire salutes its graduates as military partnership marches on

Hundreds of graduates celebrate their awards as University of Staffordshire marks a renewed six-year MoD training partnership in style

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University of Staffordshire celebrates ex fire chief’s lifetime of public service with honorary doctorate

Staffordshire’s former Chief Fire Officer Rob Barber has been awarded an honorary degree for a career dedicated to protecting communities

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Architecture graduate builds a bright future at University of Staffordshire

An architecture graduate has designs on becoming a teacher after finding a passion for the subject at University of Staffordshire

University of the year

Academic Employability Awards 2026, Graduate Futures Institute

university in the UK

National Student Survey 2026

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021