The money values have been taken from the published and audited University Financial Statements but are presented in a format to provide useful information to students and stakeholders.

The University’s Results for the year 1 August 2023 to 31 July 2024:

  • Total income: £135.5m
  • Total expenditure: £133.7m
  • Surplus: £1.8m

Income

Total University income was £135.5m for the year. The sources of income for every pound received is split as follows:

  • Tuition fees: 85%
  • Other income: 13%
  • Funding body grants: 2%

Expenditure

Total University expenditure was £133.7m for the year. The areas of expenditure for every pound spent is split as follows:

  • Teaching, research, technicians, library and Gateway service: 72%
  • Residencies, catering and premises: 12%
  • Administration and central costs: 11%
  • Depreciation, interest and impairment charge, and pension adjustment: 5%

Investment

In addition to annual on-going charges, the University invests in its estate by making improvements to buildings and purchasing new equipment. A total investment of £12,547k is split as follows:

  • Teaching and Learning space: 59%
  • Building improvements: 18%
  • IT, equipment and furniture: 5%

For more information on our finances, visit our What we Spend section.