Our rankings and reputation

We lead in all aspects of translational research, from early discovery and laboratory science to clinical trials, public health implementation and global policy change.

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2nd for Impact

Ranked 2nd nationally โ€‹for impact and 12th overall โ€‹(Source: REF 2021)

KEF

Highest rating in Local Growth and Regeneration, Research Partnerships and Working with the Public and Third Sector categories (Source KEF 5.1)

Top 5.3%

of universities worldwide (Source: 2024 Center for World University Rankings)

Top 100

for public health in global ranking of academic subjects (Source: Shanghai Ranking)

The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education

Weโ€™re proud to have been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for our Tiny Targets research project.

Awarded for excellence, innovation and well-evidenced benefit for the institution and the wider world, it’s one of the UKโ€™s most prestigious honours in higher education.

Tiny Targets: vector control for the elimination of sleeping sickness
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Our student experience

We’re committed to creating the best possible experience for our students while theyโ€™re here, and to support them after graduation.

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100%

100% completion rate for postgraduate research.

1st in the UK

Ranked 1st in the UK by postgraduate taught students.

70+ countries

Build international connections across our network of more than 70 countries.

Top 6%

In the top 6% of universities worldwide for education and research quality.

Accreditations and awards

Athena Swan Silver Award

LSTM holds an Athena Swan silver award. This recognises our commitment to addressing gender inequalities and embedding inclusive cultures.

Race Equality Charter Bronze Award

LSTMโ€™s commitment to becoming an anti-racist organisation is recognised with the Race Equality Charter Bronze Award

Living Wage Employer

Weโ€™re a Living Wage Employer, which means weโ€™re committed to fair pay. We ensure all our staff, including contracted colleagues, receive the Real Living Wage.