About City, University of London
City, University of London is a public research university in Islington that specialises in business, law, journalism and health sciences with close industry partnerships across the City of London.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 20,210 total students
- • 11,000 international students
- • 75 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 1894
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
Business and ManagementLawJournalismComputer Science
Student-Staff Ratio
16 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Bayes Business School
Accounting & Finance, Management, Actuarial Science & Insurance
School of Science & Technology
Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics
City Law School
Undergraduate Law, Postgraduate Law, Professional Programmes
School of Health & Psychological Sciences
Nursing, Optometry, Psychology
School of Policy & Global Affairs
International Politics, Sociology, Media, Culture & Creative Industries
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: ABB (136 UCAS points) with subject prerequisites for Engineering and Health
Alternatives: IB 32 points with 655 at Higher Level, BTEC Extended Diploma D*DD
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 92
Portfolio and interview for Journalism and Media programmes • Work experience evidence for Nursing
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK upper second-class (2:1) or equivalent in a relevant discipline
GPA: 3.2
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6.5 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 100
Two academic or professional references • Research proposal for PhD applicants
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £19,000
- Postgraduate: £19,000
- Foundation: £17,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £9,700
- Food: £2,400
- Transport: £1,500
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £800
- Total: £15,600
Scholarships
Bayes International Scholarship
MeritTuition fee reduction for high-achieving offer holders on Bayes Business School undergraduate programmes.
Value: £2,000 (Tuition-only)
International fee status • Outstanding academic profile
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Global Leaders Postgraduate Scholarship
InternationalPartial fee waiver recognising international students with leadership potential.
Value: £5,000 (Partial)
Offer holder on a taught master's course • Motivational statement demonstrating leadership
Deadline: 2025-04-30
Campus & Facilities
Northampton Square, London EC1V 0HB
Urban campus centred around Northampton Square with specialist facilities for journalism, law, engineering and health.
Size: 7 acres
Facilities
Academic
Financial trading floor, Television and radio studios, Health simulation suites
Student Life
CitySport fitness centre, Students' Union hub, Faith & Reflection rooms
Libraries
Northampton Square Library
24/7 central library with extensive digital collections and group study rooms
24/7 during teaching weeks
City Law School Library
Specialist legal research collection and moot court facilities
08:30-22:00 (Mon-Fri)
Bayes Business School Library
Finance, actuarial science and MBA resources with Bloomberg terminals
08:00-21:00 (Mon-Fri)
Sports Facilities
CitySport
Modern sports centre with sports hall, spin studio and strength suite
Student Services
International Student Advice
Visa, finance and cultural transition support
international@city.ac.uk
Careers and Employability
One-to-one coaching, employer events and placement guidance
careers@city.ac.uk
Accommodation
Arbour House
University-managedModern ensuite rooms 10 minutes from campus
Cost: £255 - £295 (per week)
Ensuite bathroom • Shared kitchen • Social lounge
Distance: 0.5 miles
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Cross Court House
University-managedSelf-catered flats for postgraduate students
Cost: £240 - £285 (per week)
Quiet study spaces • Bike storage • Laundry
Distance: 0.7 miles
Contract: 50 weeks
List up to five preferences in the online accommodation portal; offers are issued on a first-come basis once firm acceptance is received.
Dedicated housing advisers help international students review tenancy agreements and set up UK guarantors.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 75
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- International Welcome Festival — Every September
- Bayes Insight Series — Monthly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@city.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 7040 4000
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
130
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 92%
Further study: 4%
Unemployed: 3%
Average Salary
£32,000
six months after graduation
Top Employers
BloombergBBCKPMGNHSGoldman Sachs
Career Services
- Professional Mentoring: Matches students with alumni mentors working in London
- Placements & Internships: Support securing year-long placements across finance, media and health
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London City Airport
10 km • 25 minutes by DLR and Tube
Public Transport
- Tube: Angel (Northern line) and Barbican (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan) stations within walking distance • £2.80-£3.50 per journey with Oyster
- Bus: Multiple 24-hour routes connecting Islington, the City and central London • £1.75 per journey
Local Area
Islington and Clerkenwell neighbourhoods with cafés, tech start-ups and quick access to the financial district.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Sadler's Wells Theatre, Barbican Centre, Museum of London
Shopping: Angel Central, Exmouth Market, Old Street tech corridor
Entertainment: Upper Street restaurants, West End theatres, Canal-side cafés
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, Nursing & Midwifery Council
Partnerships
- Industry: Bloomberg — Trading room sponsorship and data access for finance students
- Academic: University of London — Member institution with shared research and library resources
Research Highlights
- Artificial Intelligence for Safe Aviation — City researchers developed AI-based air traffic management simulations adopted by EUROCONTROL. (2023)
- Advances in Optometry — The School of Health & Psychological Sciences led national guidelines on myopia management. (2022)
Notable Alumni
- Stelios Haji-Ioannou — Founder of easyJet and City alumnus of Bayes Business School (1992)
- Sophie Raworth — BBC News presenter who completed her postgraduate journalism diploma at City (1992)
- Kamla Persad-Bissessar — Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago (2001)
- Robert Peston — Award-winning journalist and former political editor of The Daily Telegraph (1985)
Metadata
Source: UKUni research team synthesis of City, University of London published facts & figures
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
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