De Montfort University (DMU) is a globally connected institution rooted in the heart of Leicester. With origins dating back to 1870, it combines a rich, creative heritage with a modern, career-focused approach to higher education. Today, DMU is home to around 20,000 students from across the world, studying across three faculties spanning creative, professional and technical disciplines.
A defining feature of DMU is its commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience. The university has been ranked number one globally for overall international student satisfaction in the International Student Barometer, reflecting consistently high scores across teaching quality, wellbeing and employability support. Its distinctive block teaching model—where students study one module at a time—enables focused learning, regular feedback and a more flexible, accommodating academic experience.
Sustainability and social impact are central to DMU’s mission. The university is currently ranked second nationwide in People and Planet’s University League Table for its commitment to environmental sustainability. DMU has also achieved multiple top-100 global rankings in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and is the UK’s only United Nations Hub Chair for one of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Together with the Leicester campus, DMU has one of the fastest-growing campuses in Dubai, a brand new one in London, and became the first British university in Kazakhstan and Cambodia. Its global community of students from more than 140 countries, reflecting DMU’s worldwide reputation for offering outstanding international education.
DMU’s global outlook is matched by growing academic recognition. It is ranked within the top 7 per cent of universities worldwide and continues to rise in major international league tables, including the QS and Times Higher Education rankings. The university is also widely recognised for employability, offering structured work experience opportunities and strong industry links that prepare graduates for professional success.
With a vibrant city-centre campus, a diverse international community and an emphasis on real-world learning, DMU offers an inclusive, forward-looking environment where students are empowered to develop the skills, confidence and creativity needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.