The University's rise in the table, from 115 last year to 108, is one of the top 15 increases across the country, and is the sixth biggest increase in the South and South East region.

Vice Chancellor Bill Rammell said:

"We are pleased the investment we have made to improve the student experience, and the priority we give to the employment outcomes of our students, are beginning to be reflected in Bedfordshire's ranking in the Good University Guide."

Bedfordshire is the leading university in the country for improving the student experience, according to the 2014 National Student Survey, while the number of Bedfordshire students who left the University last year and are now in graduate level employment increased by 8% compared to the previous year (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education 2013).

"We are proud to champion widening access to higher education, and we are committed to ensuring our students have the best possible student experience, backed by high quality teaching, outstanding facilities and great student support," Mr Rammell added.