Prof. David Harrington
Nobel Laureate · EconomicsDepartment of Finance & Economics
Est. 1892 · Ranked #3 nationally
Where brilliantminds areshaped.
Academia offers a transformative educational experience rooted in intellectual rigor, global perspective and the timeless pursuit of knowledge.
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Our story
Built on a century of academic tradition.
Academia has stood at the forefront of higher education for over 130 years, transforming curious students into confident, world-ready leaders. Founded by a coalition of scholars who believed education should be both rigorous and humane, we have grown into one of the nation's most respected institutions.
We are home to Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners and leaders across every discipline. Our residential campus is not merely a place of learning; it is an ecosystem of discovery.
iAcademic excellence rooted in evidence
iiGlobal outlook across 90+ partner universities
iiiWorld-class research with real-world impact
ivA community that champions every student
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A living history
130 years, one purpose
Drag or scroll through the moments that shaped Academia.
1892
Founded by scholars
A coalition of scholars opens the doors to 112 students with a charter to make education rigorous and humane.
1924
The Main Library
The Main Library and Archive opens, becoming the intellectual heart of the residential campus.
1968
First Nobel Laureate
Academia welcomes its first Nobel Laureate to the faculty, beginning a tradition of world-leading scholarship.
2001
Global network
The first of 90+ international partnerships opens exchange and research opportunities worldwide.
2025
Innovation Hub
A new £120M interdisciplinary hub opens for students and industry partners to co-develop solutions.
What we offer
Programs designed for tomorrow's leaders
Choose from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral pathways across our world-class faculties.
01Business AdministrationFlagship
Business & EconomicsUndergraduate
Bachelor of Business Administration. An intensive program combining strategic management, finance, entrepreneurship and global business perspectives with hands-on consulting projects.
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Medicine & Life SciencesDoctoral
Doctor of Medicine. A rigorous pathway into the medical profession, integrating clinical rotations, advanced research and patient-centered care from year one.
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Science & TechnologyUndergraduate
BSc Computer Science & AI. From machine learning to systems design, prepare for a future shaped by intelligent technology through industry-aligned coursework.
Request information04Law & Governance
Law & GovernanceDoctoral
Juris Doctor (JD). A prestigious law degree equipping graduates for practice across corporate, public-interest and international legal domains.
Request information05Aerospace Engineering
EngineeringUndergraduate
BEng Aerospace Engineering. Develop the analytical and practical skills to design the aircraft and space systems of tomorrow through our ABET-accredited program.
Request information06International Relations
Arts & HumanitiesPostgraduate
MA International Relations. Develop nuanced insight into global politics, diplomacy and international institutions through policy-focused seminars and fieldwork.
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Our scholars
Learn from the world's finest minds
Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize recipients, former heads of state and industry pioneers — all dedicated to your growth as a thinker and practitioner.
Dr. Amara Osei-Bonsu
Research Chair · Biomedical SciencesFaculty of Medicine & Life Sciences
Prof. James Whitfield
Distinguished Fellow · AI & RoboticsSchool of Engineering & Technology
Prof. Elena Vasquez
Pulitzer Prize · LiteratureCollege of Arts & Humanities
Our home
A campus built to inspire every day
600 acres of verdant landscape, historic architecture and cutting-edge research facilities, all within a vibrant university community.
Student voices
Stories that speak for themselves
Academia didn't just give me a degree — it gave me a way of thinking. The faculty challenged every assumption I had and pushed me to develop my own intellectual voice. I left genuinely transformed.
Priya NairMSc Economics · Class of 2022 · McKinsey
The research opportunities here are unparalleled. I co-authored a paper with my professor in my second year and had it published in Nature. That wouldn't have happened anywhere else.
Marcus WebbPhD Molecular Biology · Class of 2023 · Harvard Medical
Campus life here is exceptional. I found my closest friends, led the student government and discovered a passion for international law — all in four incredible years.
Sofia LindqvistJD Law · Class of 2021 · UN Legal Affairs
How to join us
Your journey to Academia starts here
We seek students of exceptional character, intellectual curiosity and the drive to make a difference. Our holistic admissions process evaluates the whole person.
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December 1 deadline
December 1 deadline
Submit your application
Complete the online form with your personal statement, transcripts and references by December 1.
Aptitude assessment
Shortlisted candidates complete a standardised aptitude assessment online within two weeks.
Interview
Join a panel interview with our admissions faculty — in person or via video call.
Decision & enrollment
Receive your decision by March 1. Accepted students confirm enrollment and receive orientation details.
Latest from Academia
News & research highlights
Research18 March 2025Academia scientists achieve breakthrough in quantum computing error correction
A team from our School of Engineering has published findings in Nature that could accelerate the timeline of practical quantum computers by a decade, drawing global attention from IBM and Google.
Campus4 March 2025New £120M Innovation Hub opens its doors this autumn
The state-of-the-art facility will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for students and industry partners to co-develop solutions to tomorrow's challenges.
Alumni22 Feb 2025Alumni spotlight: how three graduates reshaped global climate policy
We sat down with three distinguished alumni whose careers have been central to landmark international climate agreements signed in 2024.
Applications open · Class of 2029
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