How are Uk universities in terms of diversity or welcoming?

Hi there. I am a Muslim Turkish student who currently lives in South Africa. I am considering applying to UK universities to study my undergraduate degree in astrophysics/physics and astronomy. I have a few universities in mind, but what concerns me is the things I am hearing about how most locals are anti-immigrant. I don't plan on living there, just finishing my undergraduate, or maybe even my postgraduate studies. But I am concerned about how I will be treated for being a Muslim/hijabi.

The universities I am currently considering are:
University of Southampton

University of Manchester

University of Bristol

University College London

University of Edinburgh

University of Birmingham

I have not decided to pally to any of them yet, but I am curious about the number of muslims in these places, and the general attitude towards muslims. I know it can vary from place to place and I'd appreciate anyone's views.

Posted Jan 7, 2026, 2:55 PM UTC

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