As we approach the end of the calendar year, what better time to look back at some of the exceptional achievements of our UK partners who have been recognised across university league tables and national awards. From top rankings to prestigious accolades, these successes highlight the hard work, innovation and dedication of HE professionals across the Symplicity community – and we’re so proud to be working with you.

This year, Symplicity partners have not only strengthened their position in the rankings, but have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to student success, employability and academic performance.

A spotlight on excellence

Among this year’s standout achievers are the London School of Economics, the University of Strathclyde, and Imperial College London, three institutions that exemplify leadership, innovation and excellence across higher education.

The London School of Economics (LSE) continues to set the bar for academic and employability excellence. Ranked 1st in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, LSE was also named both Russell Group University of the Year and University of the Year for Academic Performance. It achieved 4th place in both the Daily Mail University Guide 2026 and Guardian University Guide 2026, where it was also awarded University of the Year for Student Success and 3rd in the Complete University Guide 2026, with 2nd place for Graduate Prospects (On Track). These results highlight LSE’s focus on student outcomes, supported by Symplicity CareerHub, which plays a key role in connecting students to career opportunities and resources.

Also part of the Symplicity CareerHub community, the University of Strathclyde earned two national accolades this year. Recognised as Scottish University of the Year in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. “for the strength of its graduate outcomes and its focus on skills and economic impact”, Strathclyde was also named UK University of the Year in Daily Mail University Guide 2026 and singled out as being a model 21^st century university.

Imperial College London also enjoyed an outstanding year, being named University of the Year for Graduate Employment in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and securing 1st place in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026. Imperial continued to perform strongly across other rankings, achieving 6th in both the Guardian and Complete University Guides, while topping both Graduate Prospects categories (Outcomes and On Track). Imperial also celebrated global success being ranked 1st in the UK and Europe and 2nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026

Imperial Business School, a long-standing Symplicity partner, continues to lead the way in career readiness and employer engagement through its use of Symplicity CSM. The platform enables the Business School to deliver data-driven insights, streamlined career services and meaningful employer connections, helping ensure every student is equipped to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Manchester Metropolitan University, part of Symplicity CareerHub community, has cemented its reputation as the UK’s most sustainable university, securing 1st place in the 2025/26 People & Planet University League. This achievement marks a record fourth time the University has led the national ranking, further reinforcing its position as a sector leader in environmental and ethical performance.

View the full list of partner achievements below.

Each of these institutions has achieved impressive recognition for its academic performance, student support and commitment to graduate employability. At Symplicity, we are honoured to partner alongside these universities, helping them create the best possible student experiences and outcomes.

Adam Powell, Director of Client Success & Strategy at Symplicity, shared his thoughts on the collective success of these institutions:

“We’re incredibly proud of our partners for their achievements and accolades this year. It’s inspiring to see how our Symplicity solutions continue to play a vital role in supporting these universities to reach new heights in student engagement and the development of skills & employability. These rankings and awards are a testament not only to the hard work of talented university teams but also to the power of collaboration. Our solutions are designed to help institutions underpin the student experience, enhance student success and improve graduate outcomes. We’re thrilled to see our partnerships flourish and extend many congratulations to all our partner institutions recognised this year.”

The ongoing impact of Symplicity’s collaboration with universities

At Symplicity, we’ve always seen our role as more than just a technology provider. We’re a partner in success, supporting universities through a comprehensive suite of tools, platforms, and expertise. From boosting career services engagement and streamlining access to support services to providing powerful data insights and improving team productivity, Symplicity helps universities deliver a seamless and personalised student experience.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue collaborating with our partner institutions to drive even greater success and to ensure students are well-prepared for life beyond university and that they have the support and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

The recognition our clients have received in the 2026 rankings is a strong reflection of their ongoing commitment to strengthening student services. As we continue to support them, we look forward to even more success stories, innovations and student achievements in the years ahead.

Congratulations to all of our partners for their well-deserved recognition. We’re honoured to be part of your journey!

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A list of recent awards with Symplicity partners in the UK:

London School of Economics (LSE)

• The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: 1^st and awarded the Russell Group University of the Year and the University of the Year for Academic Performance
• The Guardian University Guide 2026: 4th
• The Complete University Guide 2026: 3rd
  • Graduate Prospects – On Track: 2nd
• The Daily Mail University Guide 2026: 4^th and awarded the University of the Year for Student Success

Imperial College London

• The Guardian University Guide 2026: 6th
• The Complete University Guide 2026: 6th
  • Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 1st
  • Graduate Prospects – On Track: 1^st
• The Daily Mail University Guide 2026: 1^st
  • Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: 6^th and awarded the University of the Year for Graduate Employment

University of Strathclyde

• The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Awarded the Scottish University of the Year
• The Daily Mail University Guide 2026: Ranked joint 6^th and awarded the University of the Year award

University of Warwick

• The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: 8th
• The Guardian University Guide 2026: 7th
• Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 9th
• Daily Mail University Guide 2026: Ranked joint 6^th

University of Bath

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: 7^th and awarded the Sports University of the Year
• Guardian University Guide 2026: 8th
• Complete University Guide 2026: 8th
  • Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 6th
  • Graduate Prospects – On Track: 5^th
• Daily Mail University Guide 2026: 9^th

University of St Andrews

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: 2nd
• Complete University Guide 2026: 4th
  • Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 7th
  • Graduate Prospects – On Track: 3rd
• Daily Mail University Guide 2026: 10^th and awarded the Scottish University of the Year

Manchester Metropolitan University

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Awarded the Modern University of the Year
• People and Planet University League 2025/26, UK: Most Sustainable University

Glasgow Caledonian University

• Complete University Guide 2026:
  • Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 10^th
• Daily Mail University Guide 2026: Awarded the University of the Year for Graduate Jobs

Nottingham Trent University

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Awarded the Sports University of the Year

Queen Margaret University

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Awarded the Highest Rise

Queen’s University Belfast

• Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Awarded the University of the Year Northern Ireland
• Complete University Guide 2026:
  • Graduate Prospects – Outcomes: 9th 

University of Surrey

• Complete University Guide 2026:
  • Graduate Prospects – On Track: 6^th

Dublin City University

• The Education Awards: 'Best Student Experience' and 'Best Online Learning Experience' at The Education Awards!