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Local universities in UK top 14

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Two of Leicestershire's universities are ranked in the UK's top 14. The University of Leicester is ranked 13th in the Guardian newspapers universities league table for 2014, and Loughborough University, 14th out of 119 institutions. While Leicester has risen six places from 19th last year, Loughborough has slipped three. De Montfort University in Leicester improved, jumping from 85th to 83rd. The table has just been published and places the University of Leicester top among all other East Midlands institutions. Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Robert Burgess said: "We're very pleased to see Leicester continue to rise in the national league tables. "At a time when students have much choice in the type of course and institution available to them, Leicester students can be assured of a top quality, world-class education and experience, as the league tables testify." The rise means that the University of Leicester has passed prestigious institutions including York, Bristol and Edinburgh. Independent consultancy firm Intelligent Metrix compiled the data which is based on information including teaching, student satisfaction, expenditure per student, career prospects and student-to-staff ratios. A spokeswoman for Loughborough University, said: "Each league table uses a different set of criteria to determine its rankings. The Guardian is particularly influenced by the National Student Survey. "Loughborough has continued to build upon its good position, but other universities have also improved, which has had an impact on the overall rankings in The Guardian. "The tables are just one of a number of factors that students consider when choosing a university. Loughborough is strong in a broad range of areas, such as teaching quality and the wider student experience, which prepares our graduates for every aspect of their life and career. "Our strengths in these will ensure that we are able to continue attracting the highest-quality applicants." A spokesman for De Montfort University said: "We're pleased that the university continues to improve its league table position, which reflects our continued commitment to deliver the best possible student experience." Cambridge University came top of the table overall, followed by Oxford in second place.

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