University of Bedfordshire: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1419 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #537 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #96 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #79 of 131 | In England |
| #68 of 1,063 | For Social Work |
| Top50% | For 111 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 82%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- beds.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 82% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | General Certificate of Education (GCE)/General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) with 5 passes, including 2 Advanced ('A') levels, or 4 passes, including 3 'A' levels or equivalents |
| Academic Calendar | September to June (September - January; February-June) |
We've calculated the 82% acceptance rate for University of Bedfordshire based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Bedfordshire has published 9,130 scientific papers with 208,963 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Computer Science, Medicine, Biology, Political Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Law, Sociology, and Psychology.
University of Bedfordshire majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 36 | 173 |
| 1994 | 81 | 181 |
| 1995 | 86 | 211 |
| 1996 | 119 | 248 |
| 1997 | 134 | 296 |
| 1998 | 144 | 500 |
| 1999 | 132 | 542 |
| 2000 | 130 | 739 |
| 2001 | 125 | 847 |
| 2002 | 136 | 1169 |
| 2003 | 176 | 1447 |
| 2004 | 125 | 1547 |
| 2005 | 111 | 1792 |
| 2006 | 157 | 2080 |
| 2007 | 227 | 2398 |
| 2008 | 237 | 2874 |
| 2009 | 281 | 3332 |
| 2010 | 345 | 4427 |
| 2011 | 440 | 4830 |
| 2012 | 447 | 6077 |
| 2013 | 492 | 6858 |
| 2014 | 476 | 7775 |
| 2015 | 408 | 8587 |
| 2016 | 426 | 9270 |
| 2017 | 449 | 10089 |
| 2018 | 427 | 11241 |
| 2019 | 418 | 12926 |
| 2020 | 406 | 15371 |
| 2021 | 396 | 17672 |
| 2022 | 358 | 17956 |
| 2023 | 373 | 19066 |
| 2024 | 286 | 19503 |
| 2025 | 269 | 17288 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Bedfordshire gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate (UK/EU) | £9,250 |
| Undergraduate (International) | £12,400 |
| Postgraduate (UK/EU) | £6,500 - £8,500 |
| Postgraduate (International) | £12,400 - £14,500 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Bedfordshire.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Computer Science, Education, Environmental Studies, Law, Management, Media Studies, Performing Arts, Social Work, Sports |
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Notable alumni
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Melvin Odoom
- Years
- 1980-.. (age 46)
- Occupations
- television presenter
- Biography
-
Melvin Kuuku Odoom is a British radio DJ and television presenter. Alongside Rickie Haywood-Williams and Charlie Hedges, he presented the Kiss FM breakfast show (2009–2018) and since then, on BBC Radio 1 (2019–present). In television, he has been involved in presenting Dick & Dom in da Bungalow (2002–2006), Basil's Swap Shop (2008), the BRIT Awards 2010 and Must Be the Music (2010), The Xtra Factor (2015), Bang on the Money (2016), and MOBO Awards 2016, as well as being a regular guest celebrity on many television shows. He was also a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2016 and I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in 2024.
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Dorcas Shola Fapson
- Occupations
- actor
- Biography
-
Dorcas Shola Fapson best known as Ms DSF, is a Nigerian actress, DJ and presenter, known for her role as Sophie in MTV's Shuga. In 2020, she returned to the Shuga series as it dealt with COVID-19 issues, with the actors doing the filming over several African countries.
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Rachel Hopkins
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Rachel Louise Hopkins is a British Labour politician who has served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Luton South and South Bedfordshire, formerly Luton South, since 2019.
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Oulimata Sarr
- Born in
-
Senegal - Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Oulimata Sarr is a Senegalese politician who served as Minister of Economy, Planning and Cooperation of Senegal from September 2022 to October 2023, becoming the first woman to be appointed to this ministerial position.
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Stephen Kelman
- Occupations
- writer
- Biography
-
Stephen Kelman is an English novelist. His debut novel, Pigeon English, was shortlisted for the 2011 Man Booker Prize.
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Zema Abbey
- Occupations
- association football playerassociation football coach
- Biography
-
Zema Abbey is an English former professional footballer who played as a striker.
University of Bedfordshire faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Creative Arts, Technologies and Science | Biological and Life Sciences, Communication Arts, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Design, Education, English, Environmental Studies, Fine Arts, Journalism, Media Studies, Performing Arts |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Education and Sport | Education, Physical Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education, Sports, Teacher Training |
| Faculty : Health and Social Sciences | Community Health, Criminal Law, Family Studies, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social Studies, Social Work, Sociology |
| School : Business | Business and Commerce, Communication Studies, Law, Leadership, Management, Marketing |
General information
| Founded | 2006 |
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Location and contacts
| Address | University Square Luton, LU1 3JU United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 213,000 |