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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Financial sustainability
Student experience
Education
Russell Group response to new higher education reform measures
The Russell Group comments on today's announcement by the Secretary of State on changes to tuition fees and student maintenance
Regulation
Student experience
Education
New OfS condition on sexual harassment
Russell Group comment on new OfS requirements on preventing harassment and sexual misconduct
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
Policy updates
Education
Local partnerships to deliver skills
Access & participation
Helping under-represented students succeed
Education
Education: Delivering skills for growth
