Lancaster is a research-intensive university. Its results in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 confirm its position in delivering world-quality research.In the REF 2021, Lancaster delivers world-quality research, with 91% of its research independently rated as 'internationally excellent' or 'world leading', including 46% rated in the highest category of 4*.99% of Lancaster’s overall research environment is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. This includes areas such as research support, training and facilities.Lancaster University is one of the top 25 most targeted universities by the UK's top graduate employers according to The Graduate Market in 2023 report. The UK Graduate Careers Survey, conducted by High Fliers Research in association with The Times, is the largest and most authoritative annual survey of its kind.Lancaster University has risen 24 places in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Listed as 122nd out of 1,500 universities around the world in the latest QS global league table, Lancaster remains the highest-ranked non-Russell Group institution in England.Lancaster University has been awarded 5 Stars for performance in a prestigious new QS World Rankings. The evaluation features 5 Stars rating for each category – teaching, employability, global engagement, research, facilities, subject ranking and environmental impact.
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