Ranked #25
UK
Nottingham Trent University
About Nottingham Trent University
Established in 1843, Nottingham Trent University has a long history of unlocking potential, breaking down barriers and making a real difference to lives around the world.
With over 40,000 students and staff spanning five university sites, Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the largest and most influential higher education institutions in the country and the 7th largest university in terms of enrolled students overall (HESA 2023-24).
We have the highest headcount of students with a declared disability in the UK (HESA 2023-24*) and in 2024-25, 37% of our students are from an ethnically diverse background.
We are committed to driving forward meaningful change and have received a wide range of prestigious awards for our research, dynamism, and innovation.
We are proud to be recognized as a university that opens its arms to all. We were among the first to sign up to the Government’s social mobility pledge, University Mental Health Charter and Disabled Student Commitment, demonstrating our focus on improving the prospects of young people.
We are also passionate about fostering local talent, with over a third of our students from the East Midlands.
*Excluding the Open University
With over 40,000 students and staff spanning five university sites, Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the largest and most influential higher education institutions in the country and the 7th largest university in terms of enrolled students overall (HESA 2023-24).
We have the highest headcount of students with a declared disability in the UK (HESA 2023-24*) and in 2024-25, 37% of our students are from an ethnically diverse background.
We are committed to driving forward meaningful change and have received a wide range of prestigious awards for our research, dynamism, and innovation.
We are proud to be recognized as a university that opens its arms to all. We were among the first to sign up to the Government’s social mobility pledge, University Mental Health Charter and Disabled Student Commitment, demonstrating our focus on improving the prospects of young people.
We are also passionate about fostering local talent, with over a third of our students from the East Midlands.
*Excluding the Open University
Why Study at Nottingham Trent University?
Nottingham’s biggest strength is its versatility. Voted a top 10 UK student city (Student Crowd 2023), it’s friendly, fun, and perfectly located in the country’s centre, keeping home never too far away.
Living at NTU is key to your university experience. Make friends, create memories, and enjoy independent living. We offer accommodation for all budgets and guarantee your first-year stay in Nottingham.
Our expert academics and fantastic facilities are here to give you all the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to tap into your potential.
Study abroad as part of your NTU degree and you’ll have many opportunities to fully immerse yourself in different cultures and ideas, developing essential skills and broad perspectives that are highly valued by today’s employers.
We want you to make the most of your NTU experience. That means treating you as an individual, and providing tailored, useful support through our award-winning student services – whether it’s physical, emotional, spiritual, financial or academic.
Quick Information
World Ranking:
#25
Founded:
1843
Location:
Nottingham, UK
Scholarships
Available Scholarships: 3000
NTU International Scholarships
Our scholarships range from £2,000 up to 50% off your tuition fees. They are applied as tuition fee reductions once you enrol on your course at NTU.
These are awarded to Bachelors and Masters students who can demonstrate excellent academic achievement and the potential to contribute to the University community.
Discover all of our scholarships for January 2026 entry.
All Postgraduate students can apply for the below scholarships:
NTU International Merit Scholarships
£3,000
NTU International Scholarships
£2,000
To be considered for the below reward, you must email international@ntu.ac.uk with copies of your and your sibling’s birth certificates and both of your NTU ID numbers.
Sibling Loyalty Reward
20% discount on tuition fees