Overview
Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is a public research university located in London, England. It is one of the largest universities in the UK and is a member of the Russell Group, a group of research-intensive universities.
History
Queen Mary University of London was formed in 1989 by the merger of four colleges: Queen Mary College, Westfield College, St Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical College, and St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
Campuses
QMUL has three main campuses:
- Mile End Campus: This is the largest campus and is located in East London. It is home to many of the university’s faculties and schools.
- Charterhouse Square Campus: This campus is located in central London and is home to the School of Medicine and Dentistry.
- Lincoln’s Inn Fields Campus: This campus is located in Holborn, central London, and is home to the School of Law.
Academics
QMUL offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its faculties and schools. Some of its most popular programs include:
- Medicine and dentistry
- Law
- Engineering
- Business
- Arts and humanities
- Science
Research
QMUL is a research-intensive university, with over 50% of its research considered world-leading or internationally excellent. It has a strong reputation for research in areas such as cancer, infectious diseases, and regenerative medicine.
Student life
QMUL has a diverse student body with over 23,000 students from over 160 countries. The university has a range of student societies and clubs, as well as a student union that provides support and representation for students.
Accreditation
QMUL is accredited by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).
Rankings
QMUL is ranked among the top 25 universities in the UK according to the QS World University Rankings. It is also ranked highly in other international rankings such as the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
Campus facilities
QMUL has invested heavily in its campus facilities, which include:
- Modern lecture theaters and classrooms
- State-of-the-art research facilities
- Well-equipped libraries and study spaces
- Fitness center and sports facilities
- Canteens and cafes
International students
QMUL welcomes international students from all over the world. It offers a range of services to support international students, including English language support, accommodation assistance, and visa guidance.
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