LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERISTY 

Welcome to London Met! Based in one of the world's most exciting capital cities, London Met is home to a welcoming community of inspiring and determined learners, teachers and innovative thinkers. London Met prides itself on the education and overall experience they provide to their students.
 

STUDY AT LONDON MET UNIVERISTY  

Like the wider London community, London Met students, staff and graduates come from all kinds of backgrounds – some from around the corner, others from around the globe, with students from more than 140 different nationalities! Each and every one of them belongs here and uniquely contributes to the community and the city around them. London Met is 100% committed to helping their students reach their goals and succeed in their careers. All undergraduate courses include some form of work-related learning, such as a placement, client project or on-campus work experience, and many courses are accredited by professional bodies.  There is a wide range of courses across six different academic schools.  

The university has been widely recognised for sustainability improvements. In December 2021, they were recognised by the People and Planet Sustainability League Table as the university that has made the largest reduction in carbon emissions out of all UK universities, having reduced the carbon emissions by 80% since 2005-06. 
 

HISTORY OF LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

London Metropolitan University has a rich history with strong educational roots dating back to 1848. 

The University as it is today was created in 2002 with the merging of London Guildhall University and the University of North London, the first merger between two universities in the UK. Its roots, however, lie firmly in the nineteenth century with the establishment of the Metropolitan Evening Classes for Young Men in 1848. 

Over the past 100 years, the north London campus has developed into a modern, progressive centre with a strong reputation for widening access into education. 

This campus began life in 1896 as the Northern Polytechnic Institute. By 1900, student numbers had doubled and later the Institute's evening degrees were recognised by the University of London. In 1992 the Polytechnic of North London won the right to the title of University and the ability to award its own degrees. 
 

SPECIALIST AREAS AT LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

London Met is comprised of six specialist schools offering students a range of courses and access to top range facilities as well as dedicated, experienced, first-class teaching staff. The portfolio offered at London Met exceeds 200 different courses. Some of the most popular subjects include: Business and Marketing, Law, Translation and Conference Interpreting, Art, Design, Architecture, Psychology, Information Systems, Computer Science and Sport Science. Their Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit (CWASU) is recognised as a centre of excellence, with an international reputation for research, evaluation, training and consultancy and is the only research unit in Europe that integrates a focus on all forms of violence against women and child abuse.  
 

LIFE ON CAMPUS 

The Holloway Road campus sits between the Piccadilly and Victoria lines, so you will be well connected to the rest of the city! Close to campus there are many restaurants, bars and cafes and a cinema all within walking distance. The university also are neighbours with Arsenal Football club, the Emirates stadium is right on their doorstep.  

In Aldgate, there are some of the most modern buildings in the city, as well as well known monuments and is a part of one of the city’s oldest areas. The campus boarders both the financial district and the creative part of the city. There is a daily food market, with dishes from across the world a few moments walk from the campus. 
 

STUDENT SUPPORT AT LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

The support offered to students at London Met is award winning. All students are entitled to up to 6 free counselling sessions, they also have access to a 24-hour mental health support app, as well as receiving support from the Disabilities and Dyslexia Service (DDS) and the Student Money Accommodation and Advice team. Students also have the option to receive guidance from an academic mentor and can also see the librarians to help find and use information for their studies and assessments. The university also offers support specific to international students, providing advice on living and working in the UK and ensuring you stay within the conditions of your visa. For information on the scholarships available to international students, please contact Across the Pond. 
 

LONDON MET UNIVERSITY FACILITIES  

Home to one of the largest and most advance science teaching facilities in Europe, the £30 million Science Centre is an amazing facility for students to learn in. The facility includes the Superlab with more than 280 workstations, tissue culture / microbiology laboratories, nutritional psychology and food technology laboratories, Psychophysiological lab, Environmental chambers and nuclear magnetic resonance room and the Skills and simulation suite. 

In the School of Art, Architecture and Design, both academics and students are consistently award winning. The architecture courses are ranked fourth in London for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2025. Students have access to 3D printing, wood workshops, jewellery and fine metal workshops, ceramics, darkrooms and photographic studios and textiles and fashion workshops, amongst other facilities. 

Students can gain financial insight in the Bloomberg Room, as one of a few universities who offer students the chance to directly use Bloomberg data and analytics Law students are able to use of only a few fully functional mock courtrooms in the UK. If students are interested in languages, they can use the state-of-the-art interpreting suite. The interpreting suite facilities are the same as those used in Brussels for the European Commission and each booth is equipped with broadband and audio-visual digital recording.  
 

SPORTS AND SOCIETIES AT LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

The Students’ Union is open to all students, and provides support, as well as representing and enriching the life of students. Activities available to all students include, joining a society as well as becoming an elected officer, student rep or part of the student council. Some societies include (but are not limited to) K-Pop, Climate Justice, International Students, LGBTQIA+ and music. Verve is the home of student media with TV, radio and magazine. Their events society organises events such as talent shows, comedy nights, student union awards night and many more! Students can either get involved in the organising of events, or attend them! 

All students are able to use the gym and its classes for free, classes include Pilates, High intensity interval training (HIIT), Boxing and many more. Students are also able to join a sports team, for example, Badminton, futsal / football and basketball.  
 

ACCOMMODATION AT LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

It's important to find somewhere safe, affordable and comfortable to live in a new city, whilst the university does not have its own accommodation, they do provide students support to students, helping with finding accommodation in external student halls of residence, private rentals and short stay accommodation. There are a several accommodation options available to you. These include living in a hall of residence, living in private rented accommodation or living in the home of a British family (a homestay). However, the two most popular options are halls of residence and private rented accommodation. Prices vary depending on the location and type of room you require so please be sure to check with the accommodation provider directly. Private rented accommodation includes houses, flats (or individual rooms within them) that are rented directly from the owner. You would enter into a contract with the owner to occupy the accommodation for a specified period of time (normally six months to one year). Private rented accommodation is generally cheaper than halls of residence, but remember that you may have to pay for utility bills separately from your rent 
 

INTERNATIONAL FOCUS  

The university has a strong international focus and there are around 2000 international students who study on campus each year. London is an incredibly diverse city, and the student body at London Met represents that, with over 150 nationalities represented in their student body. With students from across the world classrooms are an interesting mix of people from every walk of life.  
 

INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS 

All undergraduate students are guaranteed a work place learning opportunity  in their second year of study. The university has linked to many large organisations as well as smaller, local companies. Students are assisted in finding the right opportunity for them. Academics at London Met maintain strong links to their respective industries and  ensure their course material remains relevant. Academics will often invite contacts, including London Met graduates to give guest lectures. Guests have included Rt Hon Lord Reed, President of the UK Supreme Court and Former US Members of Congress. 
 

STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERNSHIPS 

The University has a range of links with institutions that may enable you to spend part of your course overseas. Studying in another country gives you a fantastic experience and looks great on your CV when you graduate. London Met has exchange agreements with universities in Europe, the USA, Japan and the West Indies. There are restrictions according to degree subject, although some links are not subject-specific. Exchanges may be for one semester or a full academic year, depending on the places available at the host institution. 
 

STUDY IN LONDON 

London has consistently been voted the best city to be a student in by QS. The city is renowned across the world for its diversity, culture, theatre, museums, parks, galleries, restaurants, nightlife and its universities! There is always something going on in, every corner of the city holds something interesting or somewhere to explore. With over 9 million people from across the world London is one of the most multicultural cities you could find, and is home to many international students.  

London Met’s campuses are based in central London and offer you the excitement of the capital at your fingertips. London is an exciting international city with something for everyone. Whatever your course, you will find inspiration in London's wealth of culture, industries, innovation and heritage.  
 

WHY STUDY AT THE LONDON MET UNIVERSITY 

Finally, sum this up by listing a number of reasons (of your choosing) to why students love your university! 

1. Location – study in the heart of London 

2. Student support  

3. Guaranteed work placement for all undergraduate students