Best Universities for Careers Service 2025

University Careers Service League Table 2025#
We are excited to announce the top 20 best UK universities for careers service, rated by verified students on StudentCrowd!
This year, students have praised universities with careers teams who have all gone the extra mile in ensuring students are prepared for employment when they graduate.
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Careers Service League Table 2025#
Ulster University
I had an absolutely amazing time at Ulster University! From studying my BSc degree for 4 years and now finishing off my MSc degree, the staff were so supportive throughout! The careers team are so so helpful and friendly too. I was based in the Belfast Campus and I loved it so much and am sad to finally be leaving after an enjoyable 5 years. I recommend Ulster University to everyone based on the amazing campuses, supportive staff, opportunities and great learning environment!

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Queen's University Belfast (QUB)
Very impressed by the facilities and staff at Queen’s. Blows other institutions out of the water in my opinion. Particular praise to be given to Terry and the rest of the careers team for being so helpful with students all the time.

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University of Exeter
Goes above and beyond to help students with their onward study or placement/graduate jobs.

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University of Birmingham
As long as almost 2 years studying in this university, I never felt like complaining about anything at all. All services are superb and my favourite is the career services the university provides. It helps us students with everything, finding suitable jobs based on your course and even provide virtual internships for those who apply. This uni is awwwssoomeee.

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University of Strathclyde
Strathclyde university supports its students in their academic and professional careers

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University of Leeds
All-round enjoyable three years at the University of Leeds. Campus is always clean, there are plenty of clubs and societies for everyone, and they have a strong careers support team.

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University of Liverpool
The University of Liverpool offers an amazing campus experience with excellent facilities and strong academic support. The Wi-Fi connectivity is fast and reliable, making studying seamless. One of the best aspects is the Career Studio, which provides great support for CVs, LinkedIn profiles, and job applications.

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University of Southampton
My tutor pay a lot attention to me and help me to develop my academic knowledge. I am confident about my ability now and I believe the degree I got in university of Southampton can help me get my dream job!

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The University of Sheffield
Best university in terms of student support. The university is always a place where students can have conversation on myriad of topics such as university fee, diversity, student support, careers. The facilities is top notch to support students' learning aspirations.
University of Portsmouth
The University of Portsmouth has provided me with all the resources necessary to thrive and excel in my area of expertise. From abundant software, to the library that's open 24/7, the student experience has been great! In addition, the services provided are quite relevant to my course, and have helped me bridge the gap between my Bachelors and current Masters course easier. I really enjoyed the career services and mental health services as they ensured bright future job prospects while having a clear headspace.

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Aston University
Very helpful careers and placement team!

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University of Warwick
The campus is a bus ride from everything but is still secluded for a real campus feel there are many state of the art buildings like the FAB which I have all my classes and a great place to study alone or in a group or just meet up with friends since almost every building has some sort of cafe/ restaurant inside! There’s always something going on literally, and they are easy to find out about in the weekly easy to read newsletters. I also get weekly career opportunities sent to my email as well as having a Unitemps office ok campus with so many job open to apply to.

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Loughborough University
During my third year I will be completing a placement, the careers team provided excellent support throughout my application processes. Alongside this, the facilities across campus are of an excellent quality and are very modern.
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)
My experience at the University is one I will never forget. The university goes beyond to help students with their onward study or placement/graduate jobs. I have met so many lovely people and I am so greatful to have had this amazing experience.
University College London (UCL)
Although a bit of a maze, main campus is not only beautiful but a really great study space with plenty of areas to sit down an socialise. The careers service provides constant updats on available courses, presentations and opportunities to improve your CV.
University of Lincoln
Great experience with careers services, campus and student societies
Newcastle University
Loads to do here plenty of societies and events to get involved in. Careers service were super helpful with my CV and placement application / interview practice.

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Nottingham Trent University (NTU)
NTU is very supportive. From careers services to their wellbeing services, down to the student mentors and tutors. You will feel so supported at NTU. The societies are amazing!
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Excellent facilities and great counselling service which is easily accessible. WiFi can be spotty in some areas but not a big deal.
Sheffield Hallam University
I have had so much help from both the university and the people that attend. I especially have had a lot of help from the Careers team with my next steps and deciding what I want to do and where I want to go for my placement year.
How were the top 20 universities for careers service decided?#
To calculate this league table, we analysed 32,097 authentic student reviews written on StudentCrowd between May 2023 and May 2025. When students review their university, they give it a rating out of 5 stars for ‘Careers Service’. We used this rating across all universities in the UK to showcase the BEST 20 according to students.
The StudentCrowd Awards 2025 is based 100% on verified students in the United Kingdom, using their ac.uk email address. This includes international students who study in the UK.