32% of students are of non-UK nationality, attracted to our universities by the quality, relevance and reputation of research.Our members attract students and staff from around the world and work with major multinational businesses and international organisations: In 2018-19, 446,450 undergraduates and 155,655 postgraduates were studying at a Russell Group university.T hey inject nearly £87 billion into the national economy every year.They produce more than two-thirds of the world-leading research produced in UK universities and support more than 260,000 jobs across the country.Russell Group universities have huge social, economic and cultural impacts locally, across the UK and around the globe:

Our universities believe people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges. Through world-class research and education they are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities and a better future for the UK. They maintain the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with local and national business and the public sector. They are unique institutions, each with their own history and ethos, but they share some distinguishing characteristics.

The Russell Group’s 24 members are world-class, research-intensive universities.

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