Study in London

Five Reasons to Study in London

London is home to over 100,000 international students from over 200 different nations – that's more international students studying in London than in any other city in the world.

Amazing Course Choice (Courses Designed to Meet Your Needs)

Undergraduates can choose to study a three year degree or choose a four year course with a one-year work placement. Postgraduates can complete their Master’s degree in just one year.

The city is home to a wide range of universities too. From large multi-faculty universities to small specialist schools and colleges. 

You can choose to study in central London close to the museums and attractions or you might decide you like a quieter life living in outer London where you have access to large green parks and good transport links into the city.

Study in a Global City (The Advantages of Studying in a Global City)

A Network of Friends Spanning the Globe

Studying in London you will establish a global network of friends that will last you a lifetime. Join your university's alumni club when you graduate and return home to receive invites to attend networking events that will be invaluable to your future success.

You'll Never Be Bored

Outside of the classroom you can enjoy all of the entertainment, events and excitement that London has to offer. Where else in the world can you else can you try a Scandinavian meal for breakfast, visit a Caribbean market in the afternoon before finishing the day with an authentic Indian curry for dinner?

Quality Universities(Best Universities in the World)

Choose from 46 top universities in London. Our professors are world-leaders in their subjects. Their ideas and research are inspiring students to become business leaders and entrepreneurs. They also work with top companies like Google, HSBC and GlaxoSmithKline.

That's why over 100,000 international students study in London – more than any other city in the world. London has also been ranked as the best English language speaking city in the world in which to be a student.

London has seven universities in the world's top 200 rankings

A Welcoming Student City(A safe, friendly and supportive city)

If ever you feel homesick, you will most likely be able to share your experiences with friends in the city from your home country.

London is a safe and supportive city. Most universities give you free access to support services both on and off campus. There are also hundreds of student societies and clubs in London where you can meet new people and enjoy your favourite activities.

London is the most diverse and welcoming city in the world

Work Opportunities

Work Placements and Student Internships

You will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement during your studies. Work experience in London will be great for your CV and it will also give you a great network of business contacts. 

Part-time Student Jobs

There are also thousands of part-time jobs in the city to help fund your studies and social life. In fact London was named as the most cost-effective UK city in which to be a student.

Did You Know?

• London has three times more European multinational HQs than any other city in Europe
• London is the number one city in the world for foreign companies looking to expand their business
• Nearly 400,000 people work in London’s creative sector
• 19 of the top 25 European software and IT companies have their HQ in London
• London is number one for computer games software
• London has 17,000 companies in the environmental technology sector

A London degree is recognised by companies around the world