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Why QMU ?

10 reasons for joining us

Thinking about studying at QMU ? These are 10 reasons why ...
1 . We are ranked in the top 50 % of UK universities in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 .
2 . At 3 %, QMU has the lowest level of unemployment in Scotland for its graduates 15 months after they have graduated . The average figure for Scotland is 5 %. ( Graduate Outcome Statistics 2018 / 19 , published by HESA in July 2021 ).
6 . We offer a variety of learning and teaching methods to maximise your student experience : lectures , seminars , tutorials , group work , placements , study abroad , independent work and hands-on projects with real clients .
7 . We are ranked in the top 15 % of universities in the UK for student satisfaction with their course ( National Student Survey 2021 ).
3 . Our range of undergraduate degrees focus on preparing you for a meaningful and interesting career , and aim to provide the optimum balance of theoretical and practical training .
8 . Our staff are experts in their field and are actively involved in research activities ensuring that our courses are up to date and relevant .
4 . We have a contemporary , student-friendly campus , located less than six minutes by train from the centre of Edinburgh , with superb facilities for learning and teaching , as well as award winning student accommodation .
5 . You need never be lost in the crowd : our size and campus environment mean it is easy to get to know a lot of people , and to get support from staff .
9 . We are a socially responsible university that emphasises the importance of social justice and have won numerous ‘ green / sustainability ’ awards .
10 . We have an impressive range of career-enhancing extracurricular opportunities and our size means that a high proportion of students can easily take full advantage of these benefits . These include awards , scholarships , internships , overseas travel , special paid employment projects , community volunteering opportunities , the list goes on !
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