Two new rankings have been published during February, both of which bring good news for Nottingham!
We have climbed to 7th place in the RateMyPlacement ‘Best Universities for Work Experience’ ranking for 2025, placing us 3rd among Russell Group institutions. This leap of five positions from last year underscores the university's commitment to providing exceptional support and resources to our students in securing valuable work experience opportunities.
Elsewhere, Nottingham University Business School has risen to 16th place in the world in the QS International Trade Rankings 2025 for its MSc in International Business – an increase of two places from 2024 in an increasingly competitive field that saw 33 new institutions included this year.
If you are interested in taking on a placement student at your business, the benefits are substantial. The University of Nottingham is consistently ranked among the top 10 most targeted universities by employers, meaning you will have access to some of the brightest talent available.
Our students bring fresh perspectives and innovative thinking into your workplace, offering new ideas that can help drive your business forward. Moreover, placement students work as real employees, applying their academic knowledge to real-world business challenges while developing essential skills that contribute to your organisation's success.
International Business MSc on the rise
Created in partnership with the Hinrich Foundation, the prestigious QS rankings identify universities that excel in preparing graduates for successful careers in international trade.
Nottingham’s continued presence in the global top 20 – and its upward movement – reflects its ongoing commitment to academic excellence, industry collaboration, and innovative teaching. With a curriculum designed to develop practical expertise and career-ready skills, the MSc International Business programme equips graduates to thrive in an evolving global economy.