Overview:

• Founded in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic Institute
• Granted university status in 1992
• Over 17,000 students from over 130 countries
• Campuses in London Bridge, Elephant and Castle, and Waterloo

Student Life:

Extracurricular Activities:

Over 100 student clubs and societies, including sports, music, dance, and cultural groups

Sports Teams:

20+ sports teams competing in British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues

Student Support Services:

Student Advice Centre, Counselling Service, Disability Support, International Student Support

Campus Facilities:

Library, gym, sports hall, student union building, cafes, and restaurants

Academics:

Academic Resources:

Library with over 300,000 books and journals, online databases, and research support

Faculty:

Over 800 academic staff, including professors, lecturers, and researchers

Teaching Methodologies:

Lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, and project-based learning

Academic Support Services:

Academic Skills Centre, Writing Centre, Maths Help Centre

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Centre for the Study of Human Rights
  • Centre for Digital Media and Creative Industries
  • Centre for Sustainable Engineering

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Ranked in the top 500 universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023

Rankings:

Top 10 in the UK for Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation, and Tourism (Complete University Guide 2023)

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art facilities for engineering, computing, and the arts

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with leading employers in various industries

• Notable Alumni:

  • Sir John Hegarty, advertising executive
  • Dame Judi Dench, actress
  • Sir David Adjaye, architect

Services:

Counseling:

Free and confidential counseling services for students

Health:

Health Centre with a range of medical services

Housing:

Accommodation services for students, including halls of residence and private rentals

Library Resources:

Extensive library collection, including books, journals, and online resources

Technology Support:

IT Helpdesk, computer labs, and free Wi-Fi across campuses

Career Development:

Career Centre offering career advice, job search support, and employer connections