De Montfort University
Gateway House, LE1 9BH Leicester, United Kingdom
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Institution Overview
Institution details and overview.
- About the Institution
De Montfort University (DMU) is a modern public research university based in Leicester, England, with roots going back to 1870. It is recognised for its strong focus on employability, industry-relevant teaching and global engagement, serving a diverse international student community.
- Institution Type
Public Research University
- Campuses
- Main campus in Coventry, West Midlands, England.
- Other campuses include:
- Coventry University London
- CU Coventry
- CU London
- CU Scarborough
- Coventry University Wroclaw
- Establishment Year
- Origins: Founded as the Leicester School of Art in 1870.
- University Status: Incorporated as “De Montfort University” in 1992.
- Educational Focus
- Emphasis on employability, industry connections and international student experience.
- Broad educational focus across:
- Art & Design
- Humanities
- Business
- Law
- Health & Life Sciences
- Computing
- Engineering
- Media
- Accreditations
- Recognised as a UK degree-awarding institution under UK higher education legislation.
- Programmes are accredited through relevant professional bodies depending on the discipline.
- The university has global accreditation links through its international campuses.
- Rankings
- QS World University Rankings 2024: Ranked 801 globally
- Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024: Ranked 711-720 in the global band
- US News World Ranking 2025: Ranked 1114
- Highlights
- International Student Barometer 2024: Ranked 1st in the world for overall average student satisfaction for international students.
- Recognised for work-based learning and career mentoring in the UK.