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Top Universities of 1959

The highest-rated universities of 1959, ranked by community votes on Peakd.

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Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Providing healthcare services in south west London and north east Surrey

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Russell Group

Association of UK universities advancing public service and research

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University of Birmingham

Research-led university in the UK

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University of Bristol

Public research university in Bristol, UK

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University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s leading universities, with a rich history of radical thinking dating back to 1209

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Cardiff University

Cardiff University is a public research university in Cardiff, Wales. It was established in 1883 as the University College of South Wales and Monmouth

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University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh, influencing the world since 1583

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University of Exeter

Public research university in the United Kingdom

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University of Glasgow

Public research university in Glasgow, Scotland

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Imperial College London

Science-led university in London

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University of Leeds

World-class research university in northern England

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University of Liverpool

Academic institution in Liverpool, UK

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University of Manchester

Research-led university in Manchester, UK

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Newcastle University

Research-led university in the UK

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University of Nottingham

Research-led university in the UK

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University of Oxford

The University of Oxford is a collegiate research university in Oxford, England. There is evidence of teaching as early as 1096, making it the oldest

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Queen Mary University of London

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence

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University of Sheffield

You can still study at a world top-100 university this September

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University of Southampton

Public research university in the UK

Rankings reflect community votes. Daily snapshots preserve historical positions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best universities in 1959?

Based on community votes, Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust is the highest-rated universities of 1959, ranked #1 by the community.

How are annual rankings calculated?

Peakd annual rankings reflect trust-weighted community votes. Daily snapshots capture rank positions, and the most recent snapshot for the year is displayed. Rankings cannot be manipulated by companies.

What changed from 1958?

Rankings shift as the community votes. New entrants may appear while others drop. Compare with the 1958 rankings to see movement.

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