Best Universities for Course Content 2023

There are over 250 undergraduate degree programmes at the University of Liverpool. Each course gives the opportunity for students to select module preferences, adapting each degree depending on student interests. Students have shared in reviews how much they have enjoyed their course and found the teaching staff helpful.

Featuring highly in this category last year, the University of Sheffield is part of the Russell Group, meaning a lot of course content is research-based and taught by expert academics. Each course at Sheffield has been structured to encourage critical thinking, a focus on research and innovation through new ideas. Courses also offer industry expertise to enhance student employability after graduation.

University College London has more than 400 undergraduate degree pathways for students to choose from, covering a broad range of subjects and interests. Some courses are delivered using a hybrid approach to teaching, straddling both providing resources online and holding lectures in person.

By providing students with the autonomy to build the module choices that best suits their interests and career pursuits, the University of St Andrews ensures students can thrive in their academic endeavours. With the choice of part-time study, years abroad to enhance skills taught in the lecture hall and hundreds of degree options, the University of St Andrews embodies academic support.

A high performer in this category last year and offering over 360 undergraduate courses, Ulster University provides online videos explaining the courses so students can make informed decisions about their degree pathway. Student reviews have spoken about the staff being incredibly supportive and informative for individuals when making decisions regarding their future.

With research being at the heart of how Durham University teach and inspire their students, it's no surprise that their student reviews speak so highly of their teaching and course options. With over 200 undergraduate courses on offer, with innovative teachers at the helm, Durham University provides courses for students across 27 different departments.

The University of Exeter offers undergraduate courses across more than 25 different subject areas, from archaeology to the arts. Students have spoken highly of the supportive teaching staff, conducive learning environment and the support and opportunities offered to them throughout their degree in student reviews.

Courses at the University of Warwick are taken up by students from almost 150 countries and students have highly rated the excellent learning resources provided by lecturers and frequently commented on the engaging and knowledgeable faculty staff. The university provides the option for students to pursue single or joint honours degrees and to incorporate different modules and subject areas in their overall degree, allowing students to develop their knowledge in line with their interests.

Providing teaching to students across more than 190 undergraduate courses, the University of Portsmouth’s teaching staff are experts in their subject areas, with experience in innovative and research-based work. Students can choose their level of study and can incorporate modules from other courses that interest them which can broaden their thinking and expand their learning experience.

Students have been vocal in reviews in their praise of the teaching staff at the University of Glasgow in student reviews and the support they have been shown throughout their time at the university. Glasgow’s broad range of course selections ensures students can pick the pathway that best suits them, whether that be professional or flexible degree programmes.

Boasting over 350 courses for undergraduate students in a range of subject areas taught by esteemed teaching professionals, there is something for every student interest and passion at the University of Birmingham. In student reviews, students have spoken highly of the quality of teaching, of their teachers' passion and support for their students.

Covering a huge spectrum of subject areas from accounting to music, Queen’s University Belfast certainly offers a large range of undergraduate degree options for students. With flexible degree options, students have appreciated the chance to incorporate modules from other subjects into their studies and have praised the university for the way they organise their courses.

"Engaging", "enjoyable" and "interesting" are some of the words students have used to describe their course content at Liverpool John Moores University. With multiple degree formats on offer for students such as standard degrees or integrated masters, the content offered has variety and application in real life.

Students at Loughborough University are able to select modules they like from second year and the course content is reportedly interesting, well taught and broad, with a mixture of practical and theoretical materials. Loughborough University also provides options for flexible and full time degrees, as well as offering degrees with placements built into them to offer students real world experience.

With degree options covering in-depth studies of over 50 subject areas, Bangor University offers degrees featuring engaging and relevant content with some opportunities for additional experience through research projects and placements. Students have praised the academic and support team in online reviews for their care of students and dedication to the institution.

With an esteemed faculty and renowned reputation as a research institution, the University of Nottingham is a forward-thinking, innovative institution. Offering over 310 undergraduate courses, with flexible and sandwich degree options, students enjoy the interesting and stimulating content, which covers a wide range of topics and can be immediately applicable outside of academic life.

Boasting over 370 undergraduate courses, over a huge range of subject areas, University of Aberdeen students are spoiled for choice. Aberdeen was placed third in this category last year, proving their continued quality teaching and engaging content is enjoyed by students. With amazing resources and university connections with businesses for attaining placements for students, the University of Aberdeen provides it all.

Sheffield Hallam University offers over 255 undergraduate courses delivered in a good mix of learning environments. Students have commented on the interesting content which is easy to digest, as well as being practical, with good opportunities afforded to prepare for their future career goals and pursuits.

Featured on this list over the past 3 years, Newcastle University provides students with engaging content delivered in a variety of dynamic learning environments. The curriculums are well-structured and organised, covering a broad range of topics in each field, and allowing students to gain practical skills which can enable them to thrive in the workplace.

Maintaining their top-20 spot in this category from last year, Aston University ensures their students are supported from the very beginning of their course by building in flexibility. Students can choose from a wide range of modules, and many have commented on the practical, relevant, challenging and engaging course content.