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University Students' Unions League Table 2025#

We are excited to announce the top 20 best UK universities for Students' Unions, rated by verified students on StudentCrowd! 

Students have shared in reviews that an excellent union will represent students, organise social events, throw weekly club nights and host a wide range of clubs and societies. 

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Students' Union League Table 2025#

 #1 
 

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Sheffield Students' Union - The University of Sheffield

Students union is amazing. Really nice.

Overall rating
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4.71/5

 

 

 

 #2 
 

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Queens University Belfast

Queen's Students' Union - Queen's University Belfast (QUB)

Brilliant facilities, lovely people and a plethora of societies and clubs to join. The student union is honestly amazing and is always hosting events, such as free lunches due to the cost of living crisis, or entrepreneurial workshops. Queens feels to be a place you are supported in to learn and grow, while being able to make the most of your university experience along the way.

Overall rating
Campus/Facilities
 
4.66/5

 

 

 

 

 #3
 

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Leeds University Union - University of Leeds

Student union is very useful and lively

Overall rating
Campus/Facilities
 
4.59/5

 

 

 

 #4 
 

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Cardiff Students' Union - Cardiff University

Amazing university! Student Union is super fun and attentive.

Overall rating
Campus/Facilities
 
4.54/5

 

 

 

 #5 
 

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Strath Union - University of Strathclyde

Society’s and union are amazing. Campus is beautiful

Overall rating
Campus/Facilities
 
4.5/5

 

 

 

 #6
 

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Loughborough Students' Union - Loughborough University

Amazing all round. Especially the student union - doubles as a great study space during the day, to a fun night out twice a week. Loughborough on top always

Overall rating
 
 
4.36/5

 

 

 

 #7 
 

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Birmingham Guild of Students - University of Birmingham

Very good university, lots of opportunities. Student Union is great and there are many great societies.
 

Overall rating
 
 
4.35/5

 

 

 

 #8 
 

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Liverpool Guild of Students - University of Liverpool

Great uni amazing facilities and student union.

Overall rating
 
 
4.35/5

 

 

 

 #9 
 

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Nottingham Trent Students' Union - Nottingham Trent University (NTU)

I love NTU the student union is the best night out, good careers support and 24hr library helps so much. There is so much to get involved with within the SU and no where else in the country is like it. 3 floored nightclub , super cheap based on student feedback. Also a huge cafe, gym and lots of study spaces and offices all on your doorstep.

Overall rating
 
 
4.32/5

 

 

 

 #10 
 

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Students' Union UCL - University College London (UCL)

Been having a great time! All the facilities are wonderful and the student union is organised

Overall rating
 
 
4.31/5

 

 

 

 #11 
 

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Glasgow University Union - University of Glasgow

2 university unions (GUU and QMU), both of which had a great deal of stuff every week, and membership for both was free so you could get discounts and stuff at no extra cost! So many clubs and societies to join, not even counting the sport clubs and the university gym!

Overall rating
 
 
4.31/5

 

 

 

 #12 
 

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Bristol SU - University of Bristol

The University of Bristol has amazing facilities and a great Student Union building. There are a lot of comfortable areas to both study and socialise. My experience overall has been a great one.

Overall rating
 
 
4.29/5

 

 

 

 #13 
 

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Exeter Students' Guild - University of Exeter

The culture of the University is wholesome; the definition of work hard play hard. The campus is really beautiful and the facilities are up to date. The student union indeed acts as a voice of the students, organising and taking into consideration the student body's needs and thoughts. The clubs and societies the University offers are such a wide range that everyone has something they would be interested in. The lectures and staff are also dependable and have the experience needed.

Overall rating
 
 
4.28/5

 

 

 

 #14 
 

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SUSU - University of Southampton

As a new student I feel welcomed and able to connect to other people at uni. The student union and hub are really helpful and the societies I’ve joined I feel involved in.

Overall rating
 
 
4.28/5

 

 

 

 #15 
 

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Newcastle University Students' Union - Newcastle University

Nice tidy campus, with good lecturers and helpful student union.

Overall rating
 
 
4.27/5

 

 

 

 #16 

Warwick SU - University of Warwick

The Student Union is a hub of activity, offering support services, entertainment, and social events that foster a strong sense of community. Additionally, the campus is equipped with reliable, high-speed internet and Wi-Fi, ensuring that students can stay connected and access online resources effortlessly. Overall, Warwick University provides an enriching environment for both academic and personal growth.

Overall rating
 
 
4.27/5

 

 

 

 #17 
 

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UUSU - Ulster University

The internet is always good and the student union is helpfulf

Overall rating
 
 
4.27/5

 

 

 

 #18 

Lincoln Students' Union - University of Lincoln

Lovely campus with lots of support and services. The students union put on lots of fun events and there is always something to look forward to.

Overall rating
 
 
4.26/5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 #19 

Aston Students' Union - Aston University

Student union is great and uni is very good

Overall rating
 
 
4.26/5

 

 

 

 #20 

Manchester Students' Union - The University of Manchester

The university offers incredibly convenient facilities, with plenty of spaces for studying, including libraries and study rooms. The student union regularly organizes various events, and there are over 100 student clubs to join, making both academic and social experiences enjoyable.

Overall rating
 
 
4.25/5

 

 

 

How were the top 20 universities for Students' Unions 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 ‘Students' Union’. 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.

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