Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Reviews

At NTU, you’ll graduate with experience, not just a degree. Every course includes at least 8 weeks of professional experience, strong employer links, plus placement options, and long-term career support.

NTU offers gold-rated teaching (TEF 2023) and has been recognised with five University of the Year awards in six years. With world-class facilities and a vibrant student community across five Nottingham campuses and London.

Key facts and figures about NTU:

• Ranked UK top 20 for student satisfaction across teaching, learning resources, and support (The Times analysis, NSS 2025).
• Rated 5/5 stars overall and for Teaching, Employability, Global Engagement and Facilities (QS Stars 2025).
• NTU is consistently ranked within the top 3 most popular universities in the UK, based on the number of acceptances (UCAS, 2018-2024).
• £200m invested in campus facilities since 2020, giving students access to professional-standard equipment and study spaces.

Clearing

Clearing is your opportunity to apply for an undergraduate course at NTU if you've received your exam results and are rethinking your options, or if you haven't yet applied through UCAS. Visit the NTU Clearing hub for helpful resources, including application guidance, how to prepare for Clearing and results day, FAQs and details of available courses.

You can also sign up for NTU Priority before Clearing to get a dedicated phone number, priority access on results day, and exclusive updates and expert advice.

First-year accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed for students who receive and accept an offer through Clearing (T&Cs apply). With courses available across a wide range of subjects, NTU offers academic excellence, career-focused learning, personalised support, and a vibrant student community. Apply online or call 0115 848 6000 to speak to an adviser to explore your options.

NTU Open Days

Undergraduate open days

If you’re interested in applying to join NTU, they are holding undergraduate open days on:

• Saturday 7 November 2026

Book your place now

If you can’t make it to an open day NTU has a series of campus tours where you can explore their facilities, view student accommodation and meet support staff.

Find out about tours.

If you can’t visit in person the Online Open Day NTU On Demand, and Virtual Tour can give you a sense of what it's like to live and learn at NTU.

Graduate Outcomes

From the first days at NTU to the years after graduation, the NTU Employability Promise offers tailored support that’s unique to you.

You’ll be able to grow your skills, confidence, and connections through personalised careers advice and support, including:

• one-on-one careers coaching, including CV / LinkedIn clinics and interview prep
• exclusive access to 8 weeks professional experience, placements, part-time roles, volunteering and graduate positions
• careers fairs, networking events, and workshops
• dedicated guidance for entrepreneurs through NTU Enterprise
• up to three years’ further support once you’ve graduated
• a paid internship to help kickstart your career*, if you’re not in work or further study 12 months after graduating
• a direct line to our global network of over 2,000 partner employers.

*Conditions apply

Facilities and campuses

NTU is one of the most sustainable universities in the UK and is repeatedly recognised among the top institutions worldwide in the UI Green Metric University World Rankings.

Since 2020 NTU has invested more than £200m across its five campuses creating specialist facilities and industry-standard environments.

From the Design and Digital Arts building — equipped with cutting-edge technology, creative studios, and advanced digital tools — to the Health and Allied Professions Centre, a state-of-the-art clinical skills facility, these developments ensure students learn in spaces that mirror real professional settings.

Across campuses NTU provides modern libraries, study zones, sports and leisure facilities, and social spaces to ensure a well-rounded and supportive student experience.

Explore NTU’s campuses at an open day Book now.

What is Nottingham like?

Nottingham consistently ranks as a Top 10 UK student city (QS Best Student Cities Rankings). The city has also held Purple Flag accreditation for over 16 years, recognising the quality, variety, and safety of its evening and nighttime experience.

This top student destination has over 60,000 students. Compact, friendly, and well-located, this walkable city offers great transport links, amazing experiences, and a unique spirit. From peaceful parks to vibrant nightlife, Nottingham has something for everyone.

Discover Nottingham

Student Life

Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) forms the heart of NTU’s student population and co-ordinating a huge range of support services with a buzzing social life across campuses.

With over 120 societies covering culture, hobbies, academic interests, and wellbeing, NTU offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. Get involved in language learning, media and music, volunteering, leadership roles, student representation, enterprise challenges, and sustainability initiatives.

With more than 60 sports clubs ranging from competitive teams to inclusive social sessions, NTU offers exceptional sporting opportunities. It has been named Sports University of the Year and year after year ranks in the UK top 10 for sport (BUCS league table).

Explore student life at NTU

Your home away from home 

Find your university home on campus or across the city. With over 15,000 rooms within walking distance of NTU, Nottingham offers students a wide choice — from university halls to private halls and shared housing. The city provides a good supply of high-quality, safe accommodation within inclusive student communities for every budget. That’s why NTU can confidently guarantee first-year accommodation for all its students in Nottingham.*

For accommodation at the London Campus the university works with approved providers, all within easy commuting distance.

Find accommodation and book through NTU’s accommodation portal.

To view accommodation Book an Open Day.

*Conditions apply

Accommodation guarantee (T&Cs apply) 

NTU guarantees accommodation (T&C apply) in Nottingham for first-year undergraduate students joining us in 2025. There are many options available on or close to the university campuses and the city centre, from NTU-owned and our partner provider - UPP, including halls of residence and university shared houses. There’s also a great range of privately owned accommodation in Nottingham too: from halls of residence to student apartments and shared housing with private providers that we recommend. Book an NTU Open Day to view our accommodation.

Degree Apprenticeships at NTU

Degree Apprenticeships offer an alternative route to a degree and a rewarding career within your chosen industry. An apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with academic learning. It leads to a nationally recognised qualification and provides you with the opportunity to acquire the relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours to be fully competent and confident in your chosen area of work.

NTU offer a variety of Degree Apprenticeships, ranging from level 3 (equivalent to two A level qualifications), through to level 6 (equal to a bachelor’s degree) and level 7 (equivalent to a masters qualification).

The Degree Apprenticeships NTU offer span several different sectors and industries, including;

• Business and administration
• Childcare and education
• Construction
• Digital
• Health and science
• Social care

Find out more about the higher and degree apprenticeships.