 Prondzynski has also made several public statements questioning an aspect of British public policy designed to focus research funding on a small number of older universities, arguing that all excellent research should have the potential to be funded regardless of the university that hosts it, and arguing also that some of this funding should be directed more closely to match national economic priorities.The university attained strong standings during Prondzynski's tenure.According to the 2013 Times Good University Guide RGU was the best modern university in the UK, while according to the Guardian University Guide 2013, it was the best modern university in Scotland and second best in the UK.