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University of Keele

Es. 1949 | Thanke God for All

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

12,235

Student Faculty Ratio

14.57

Internationality Factor

8%

Avg Tuition per Student

£7,563

Net assets (2024)

£135.5 milion

Total Income

£176.8 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

  • About
  • Campus life
  • Academic Requirements
  • Eco
  • Programs
  • Courses
  • Year Founded
  • Fun Facts
  • Public Figures

About

Keele University, nestled in the picturesque Staffordshire countryside, stands out as an internationally recognized institution for its exceptional postgraduate programmes and pioneering research. Spanning a vast 617 acres, it holds the distinction of being the largest campus-based university in the United Kingdom by area. This extensive campus offers students a blend of lush green spaces and state-of-the-art facilities, cultivating an environment conducive to both academic and personal growth.

Established over 70 years ago, Keele University swiftly ascended the ranks of higher education through the vision and leadership of its founder, a...

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Keele, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 5BG
+44(0)1782732000

Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female62%
Male38%
Not known0%
Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Non-academic58%
Academic42%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree70%
Postgraduate (taught)24%
Postgraduate (research)3%
Other undergraduate2%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Entry requirements for postgraduate courses at University of Keele usually include meeting academic qualifications and, in some cases, previous professional experience or other qualifications. Non-native English speakers may need to provide proof of their proficiency through test scores. Comprehensive entry requirements for specific taught courses can be found on the relevant course pages.

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Eco

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Programs

Student Distribution Graph

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Creative Arts and Design
  • Business and Management
  • Education
  • Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Medicine and Health

Courses

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Year Founded

1949

University of Keele was established.

1950

Introduced its first undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Chemistry.

1951

Introduced its first undergraduate degrees in Physics, Geology and Geography.

1952

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics.

1953

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in History and Sociology.

1954

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in Modern Languages.

1955

The Chapel was consecrated.

1956

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in English.

1957

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in Zoology and Psychology.

1962

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in American Studies.

1966

The students union was officially opened.

1980

Introduced its first undergraduate degree in Music.

Public Figures

Nigel Hawthorne

Alumnus, British actor known for his role in the TV series 'Yes Minister'

Anna Soubry

Alumna, British politician and former Minister of State for Small Business

Sir Michael Bond

Alumnus, British civil servant who served as the Permanent Secretary to the Treasury

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