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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Regulation
Education
Response to OfS 2025-2030 strategy consultation
In its response to the Office for Students’ 2025-2030 strategy consultation, the Russell Group has backed the regulator’s focus on quality, the student interest and sector resilience
Announcement
Regulation
Education
Government update on free speech at universities
The Russell Group welcomes revisions to the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act
Financial sustainability
Regulation
Education
New OfS report on financial sustainability of universities
A new report highlights the significant financial challenges facing the HE sector
Regulation
Student experience
Education
New OfS condition on sexual harassment
Russell Group comment on new OfS requirements on preventing harassment and sexual misconduct
