About Goldsmiths, University of London
Goldsmiths is a creative, research-active constituent college of the University of London in New Cross. Founded in 1904, it is globally known for art, design, media and social sciences with more than 11,000 students from 140+ countries.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 11,000 total students
- • 3,800 international students
- • 100 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 1904
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
Media & CommunicationsFine ArtDesignPsychologyCreative Writing
Student-Staff Ratio
16.2 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Arts & Humanities
English & Creative Writing, History, Music, Theatre & Performance, Visual Cultures
School of Culture & Society
Media, Communications & Cultural Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Politics & International Relations
School of Professional Studies, Science & Technology
Computing, Psychology, Educational Studies, Design, Social, Therapeutic & Community Studies
Institute for Creative & Cultural Entrepreneurship
Cultural Policy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Arts Management
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: BBB including at least one arts, humanities or social science subject
Alternatives: International Baccalaureate 32 points including HL essay-based subject, Chinese Gaokao Tier 1 with 80% overall and key subject strengths, US High School Diploma with GPA 3.0 plus AP 4/5 in relevant areas
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Portfolio for art, design and media programmes • Audition and interview for Theatre & Performance degrees
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:2 honours degree (GPA 2.7/4.0) or international equivalent in a related field
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6.5 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
CV and personal statement outlining creative or professional goals • Academic reference • Research proposal for MRes, MPhil and PhD applicants
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £17,000
- Postgraduate: £18,000
- Foundation: £17,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £9,800
- Food: £2,600
- Transport: £1,200
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £900
- Total: £15,700
Scholarships
Goldsmiths International Response Scholarship
InternationalFull tuition waiver plus living allowance for international students facing humanitarian or political barriers.
Value: Full
Hold an offer for an undergraduate or taught postgraduate programme • International fee status • Demonstrate refugee, asylum or humanitarian protection need
Deadline: 2025-03-25
Goldsmiths Global Scholarship (UG)
MeritFee reduction recognising outstanding academic portfolios and leadership from overseas applicants.
Value: £5,000 (Tuition-only)
Firmly accept Goldsmiths offer • Provide portfolio or personal statement showing creative achievement • International fee payer
Deadline: 2025-05-01
Campus & Facilities
8 Lewisham Way, New Cross, London SE14 6NW
Single-site campus centred on historic Deptford Town Hall with modern creative studios and green courtyards.
Size: 20 acres
Facilities
Creative Arts
Specialist art and design studios, Printmaking and metal workshops, Digital media suites, Soundproof recording rooms
Academic
Collaborative learning spaces, Mac labs, Psychology research clinics, Language learning centre
Student Services
Students' Union building, Faith & Reflection centre, Advice and wellbeing hub
Libraries
Rutherford Building Library
24/7 study areas with extensive art, design, media and social science collections.
24/7 during teaching weeks
Sports Facilities
Goldsmiths Gym
On-campus fitness suite with free weights, cardio equipment and studio classes
Outdoor Multi-Use Games Area
Floodlit courts for basketball, netball and five-a-side football
Student Services
Student Centre
Front-door support for enrolment, immigration and finance queries
studentcentre@gold.ac.uk
Wellbeing & Counselling
Mental health advisers, counselling and peer support groups
wellbeing@gold.ac.uk
CARE Careers Service
Career coaching, enterprise mentoring and job boards
careers-service@gold.ac.uk
Accommodation
Loring Hall
On-campusEnsuite cluster flats on campus shared with first-year undergraduates.
Cost: £7,800 - £9,100 (academic year)
Private bathroom • Shared kitchen • Common room • 24/7 security
Contract: 38 or 40 weeks
Surrey House & Raymont Hall
University-managedCommunity residences a short walk from campus with catered and self-catered options.
Cost: £8,200 - £9,800 (academic year)
Study lounge • Bike storage • On-site laundry • Residence life team
Distance: 10-minute walk
Contract: 40 or 50 weeks
Deptford & Greenwich Private Studios
Off-campusPurpose-built student studios managed by private partners near Deptford Creek.
Cost: £9,000 - £12,000 (academic year)
Gym access • Cinema room • Roof terrace • Concierge
Distance: 15-minute DLR or bus
Contract: 44-51 weeks
Submit preferences through the Goldsmiths accommodation portal once you firmly accept your offer. Deposits are required and rooms are allocated on a rolling basis.
Dedicated accommodation advisers help with visa arrival dates, guarantors and private renting guidance.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 100
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art exhibitions — Monthly
- Student-led festivals — Annually
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international-office@gold.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 7919 7284
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
60
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 70%
Further study: 18%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£28,000
per year
Top Employers
BBCChannel 4TateGoogleNHS
Career Services
- Creative Enterprise coaching: 1:1 sessions to plan freelancing, start-ups and portfolio careers
- Placement and internship hub: Advertises media, design and education placements across London
- Global Alumni Mentoring: Pairs students with alumni mentors working in creative industries worldwide
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London City Airport
10 km • 25 minutes via DLR and Overground
Public Transport
- London Overground: New Cross and New Cross Gate stations connect to Canary Wharf and the City within 15 minutes. • £1.80-£2.70 with Oyster
- Bus: 24-hour bus routes 21, 36 and 436 link campus with Shoreditch, Peckham and central London. • £1.75 Hopper fare
- Train: Southeastern trains from New Cross reach London Bridge in 6 minutes. • £3.20 off-peak
Local Area
New Cross sits between Deptford and Greenwich offering live music venues, independent cafés and quick access to central London.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Greenwich Park and Royal Observatory, Deptford Market Yard, South Bank cultural quarter
Shopping: Lewisham Shopping Centre, Boxpark Shoreditch, Canary Wharf retail district
Entertainment: The Albany arts centre, O2 Arena, Local jazz and gig venues in Deptford
Additional Information
Accreditation
University of London federation, Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), British Psychological Society (selected programmes), ScreenSkills Select (film & TV courses)
Partnerships
- Academic: University of London — Shared research resources, libraries and student services
- Industry: BBC and Channel 4 — Internships and live media briefs for communications students
- Cultural: Tate Modern — Curatorial projects and residencies for art & design cohorts
Research Highlights
- Computational Arts & AI Lab — Award-winning 2024 project exploring ethical AI-generated art and creative coding. (2024)
- Centre for Research Architecture — Interdisciplinary investigations into human rights, borders and spatial justice. (2023)
Notable Alumni
- Damien Hirst — Turner Prize-winning artist and leading figure in contemporary British art (1989)
- Steve McQueen — Academy Award-winning filmmaker and visual artist (1993)
- Mary Quant — Fashion designer credited with popularising the miniskirt (1953)
Metadata
Source: Goldsmiths Facts & Figures 2023/24, QS World University Rankings 2025, Complete University Guide 2025, UCAS 2024 entry profiles, Goldsmiths accommodation & finance pages.
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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