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Why Keele?

Graduates leave Keele with some of the UK's best academic and employment success rates.

About the University

Five good reasons to choose Keele University

At Keele you will be taught by experts in each subject, with national and international research reputations, so you will benefit from the latest thinking in all subject areas.

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Great reasons to choose Keele:

1. For a campus university

As a leading example of a university campus community, Keele offers a safe and friendly environment where everything you need is on the doorstep. Set in acres of woods and parkland, Keele is also one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. Watch a video tour of the campus.

2. For a convenient location

Keele is centrally located in Staffordshire, only one hour from Manchester or Birmingham and under two hours from London. Nearby rail stations have direct links to these locations and more. Read more about the University's location.

3. For graduate employment

Keele graduates have some of the highest employment rates in the UK. The University has been rated 11th in the country for graduate prospects.

4. For subject breadth

Keele’s innovative approach to education means that our students leave with the breadth of education that today’s employers are looking for. Most of our undergraduate courses are dual honours, and all degree programmes allow students to develop practical, transferable skills. Find out more about Keele's degree structure.

5. For great student satisfaction

In 2008, Keele was rated amongst the best UK University for student satisfaction, achieving an overall satisfaction score of 88% in the National Student Survey. High standards of teaching and an excellent student support system ensure that Keele students get the best from their time here.

Video tour of the campus