South West
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The South West of England is home to 15 universities, from prestigious Russell Group institutions in thriving cities like Bath, Bristol, and Exeter to specialist universities focusing on creative arts and agriculture in smaller coastal towns.
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Last Updated: January 2025 | Our Data Sources: TEF, NSS, REF 2021
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