Where Innovation Begins
Our universities share the ambition to change the world for the better. Anchored in their communities, Russell Group universities are global institutions with a vital role to play in cities and towns in every corner of the UK.
77
of the UK’s doctors and dentists are trained at Russell Group universities
Over ¾ of a million students study at Russell Group universities, in every region and nation of the UK
The research, innovation and new businesses created at Russell Group universities alone generate
£37.6
billion
for the UK economy each year and support more than ¼ million jobs
91
of Russell Group university research was rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF)
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Equality & diversity
Access & participation
Russell Group welcomes UPP Foundation inquiry into widening access
The Russell Group responds to the launch of a new inquiry that aims to contribute to the success of the government's opportunity mission
Equality & diversity
Access & participation
Response to SMF report on care experienced students
The Russell Group comments on a new report from the Social Market Foundation about opportunities for care-experienced and estranged students in higher education
Equality & diversity
Student experience
Access & participation
Russell Group backs childcare campaign for postgraduates
The Russell Group responds to a new report from GW4 and HEPI on the lack of childcare support during postgraduate study
Cost of living
Equality & diversity
Student experience
Access & participation
Education
New Sutton Trust findings on universities and social mobility
The Russell Group welcomes public support for reintroducing student maintenance grants
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Helping under-represented students succeed
