Keele University
Keele, United Kingdom • Founded 1949 • QS 2027 #801-850
Updated Sep 2026 · Source: keele.ac.uk
Overview
Keele University is a campus university in Staffordshire, England, roughly an hour from both Manchester and Birmingham, near Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent.
It was established in 1949 by Lord Lindsay and was the first new university founded in England in the 20th century. The 600-acre campus supports more than 15,000 students and organises its academic work into three faculties: Medicine and Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Humanities and Social Sciences.
The university has trained over 5,000 nurses who now work in the NHS and counts more than 100,000 alumni across 120 countries. Keele was awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023, and the university reports that 80% of its research is assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
It was also named Global Sustainability Institution of the Year in 2021.
The university's founding mission emphasised educating students broadly, combining specialist subject study with wider social and scientific understanding.
Location & Contact
Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Keele University are listed below.
Academic Details
The figures below cover Keele University's scale, staffing levels, and academic standing.
Academic Structures
The academic units through which Keele University delivers teaching are listed below.
Unit 3 items
- Faculty of Health
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Privy Council.
Health (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
- Midwifery
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
Humanities and Social Sciences (Faculty) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- American Studies
- Arts and Humanities
- Criminology
- Economics
- Education
- English
- Health Administration
- History
- Human Resources
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Law
- Management
- Marketing
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
Natural Sciences (Faculty) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Astrophysics
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Neurosciences
- Physics
- Psychology
Graduate School (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
Environment, Physical Sciences and Applied Mathematics (Research Division) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
Humanities (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arts and Humanities
Law, Politics and Justice (Research Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Political Sciences
Primary Care and Health Sciences (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Sciences
Public Policy and Management (Research Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Management
- Public Relations
Science and Technology in Medicine (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
Programs Offered
Keele University's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.
310 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom
Honours Degree 250 programmes
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Master of Philosophy 7 programmes
Master's Degree 34 programmes
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Doctorate 7 programmes
Professional Doctorate 11 programmes
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How to apply to Keele University
The application path for Keele University, in five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Keele University's 310 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Keele University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Apply through UCAS or direct entry
Keele University takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Keele University's own admissions portal at www.keele.ac.uk instead.
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Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +44 (1782) 732 000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keele University
Quick answers to common questions about Keele University.
In what year was Keele University established?
Keele University was founded in 1949 (approximately 77 years ago).
What city is Keele University in?
Keele University operates from Keele, United Kingdom.
What is Keele University's control type?
Keele University operates as a public institution.
How big is Keele University's student body?
Keele University serves approximately 13,680 students.
Where does Keele University stand in university rankings?
Keele University holds rank QS 2027 #801-850.
What degrees does Keele University offer?
Keele University offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
How is Keele University organised academically?
Keele University is organised into 3 academic units across its disciplines.
Is Keele University accredited?
The institution holds recognition from Privy Council.
What is Keele University's official website?
Keele University's official website is www.keele.ac.uk.
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