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Summary
De Montfort University (DMU) Leicester has been delivering outstanding education for 150 years, with campuses around the world. DMU uses an innovative block teaching approach, allowing students to focus on one module at a time with regular assessments, a simpler timetable, and a better study-life balance. Its award-winning Careers Team offers guaranteed work experience and lifelong one-to-one careers advice.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate81%Postgraduate19%
Study mode
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Full-time87%Part-time13%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK77%International15%EU8%
Student gender
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Male 44%Female 56%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
105th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000541 54%105th
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Entry standards
/ Max 212113 53%120th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.02 76%96th
16 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.69 67%94th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.39 39%75th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251506 45%92nd
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2226917 41%22nd
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.318.3107th
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Continuation
/ Max 10089.0 89%101st
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10071.3 71%100th
17 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10073.5 74%93rd
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemistry
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Food Science
- Forensic Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Information Technology & Systems
- Law
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
84th out of 103
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10079.0 79%84th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227101 45%92nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.10 77%60th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.45 61%79th
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Continuation
/ Max 10090.4 90%75th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10057.0 57%73rd
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Campus locations
Study options
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For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
DMU has a block teaching approach that lets students focus on one subject at a time and enjoy a good study-life balance. DMU invests to support its students, ranked in the top 25 UK universities for facilities spend (Complete University Guide). Extensive support services cover mental health, disability, and finance. DMU's award-winning Careers Team also offers personalised guidance and guaranteed work experience opportunities. With campuses worldwide, DMU also provides international opportunities. The university proudly chairs the UN’s academic hub for Sustainable Development Goal 11 – sustainable cities and communities. This shows DMU’s commitment to having a positive impact on the world.
For those keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means they can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in their field of interest. DMU offers a tuition fee discount to those staying on to study at postgraduate level. Studies have shown that university graduates have a higher average salary compared to those who have not studied at university. Additionally, DMU graduates can enjoy access to many support services even after they graduate, meaning that their benefits of being a student of DMU are lifelong.
All of the accommodation is within short walking distance from campus, and students can choose from several types of rooms to suit their needs and budget. Several rooms are adapted for disabled students. Halls have free Wi-Fi, kitchen and dining facilities, and communal areas. 24-hour security is also available on campus.