COPIED: Top sporty unis: Which? University Student Survey 2018
Doing sports at uni can help you relieve stress, make new friends and keep you fit and healthy. So which universities get a gold medal for sport from students?
Which university has the top-rated sports scene?
While many of the universities rated top for their sports scene featured in last year’s results, we’re pleased to announce two new entrants, the University of Brunel and the University of Nottingham, to the category.
Find out all the top-rated unis in alphabetical order – click to read what students said:- University of Bath
- University of Brunel
- Cardiff Metropolitan University
- University of Chichester
- Durham University
- University of East London
- University of Exeter
- University of Loughborough
- University of Nottingham
- University of Stirling
- University of Surrey
- University of Worcester
University of Bath
Get involved
Students at the University of Bath have said the sport facilities are 'second to none' and 'everyone can get involved not just the elite, so [it's] good to try something new'.
Brunel University (NEW for 2018)
Outstanding facilities
'There is clear investment in sports and related courses from the university.'
'For engineering, design and sport, Brunel really excels with its facilities and teaching, and it seems to be these courses that are the primary focus of the uni.'
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Sports is a big part of the uni
'There is clear investment in sports and related courses from the university.'
'Cardiff Met has two campuses. One is mainly sports, which is a massive part of Cardiff Met, particularly the football (ladies and men). The facilities are great'
University of Chichester
Join in
Students at Chichester make the most of facilities by joining in with 'the extracurricular activities and societies' and sports that are 'so varied'.
Durham University
Sports for all
'Huge range of sports and societies available. Almost every hobby and sport is covered in some way.'
'College system is excellent at getting students into sport and other activities. It's also a really good way to get to know people quickly and makes first year a lot more friendly.'
'College societies are cheap and are less competitive, so less-sporty students still have the opportunity to get involved.'
University of East London
Make friends through sport
'Join societies or sports clubs so that it is easier to make friends.'
'Loved it. You just have to ... put yourself out there in order to get the rewards. Join sports clubs to stay active and make friends.'
University of Exeter
A fun way to enjoy uni
'[I enjoy the] range of sports clubs and how friendly people are.'
'The societies and sport teams at exeter are amazing.'
'[Great] sporting facilities. Campus is beautiful - people chilled.'
University of Loughborough
At the heart of uni life
'Get involved whatever your level of ability.'
'Sports at Loughborough are ridiculously good.'
'Definitely the competitive nature between all the halls. There are weekly sporting events, including all sports in which different halls compete against each other with big rivalries.
University of Nottingham (NEW for 2018)
Socialising through sport
'Sports socials are the best.'
'Sports are so varied and try to involve as many people as possible.'
University of Stirling
Budget-friendly
When asked what they loved about the University of Stirling, students commented on the 'the sporting events and clubs' and how participating in sports was kind to their wallet: 'the basic costs for partaking in the sport are covered by they uni.’
University of Surrey
Something for everyone
'Surrey Sports Park... it offers loads of great facilities such as climbing walls, gym, swimming pools, access to many clubs (basketball etc) and classes (yoga, body pump etc)'
'The choice of sports teams and general facilities for sports are incredible.'
'The profs are great! Sports day is awesome.'
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University of Worcester
Sports focus
'University is very focused on sports courses more than others.'
'More dedication to sporting events such as varsity.'
About the Which? University Student Survey 2018
We asked students to score their university on how thriving the sports scene was.We merged the findings from surveying students in March/April 2018 with results from our March/April 2017 student survey so we could characterise a greater number of institutions, using a larger combined base of around 10,745 students.
Where we have answers from at least 30 students, we analyse the results to calculate average scores and to highlight the group of top-performing universities overall.
Read the full results of the Which? University Student Survey 2018.
