About London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University (London Met) is a public university with campuses in Holloway, Aldgate and Moorgate. Around 11,000 students from more than 140 nationalities study practice-led courses in business, computing, social sciences, art, architecture and life sciences with a strong focus on career readiness and community impact.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 11,000 total students
- • 2,200 international students
- • 70 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 2002
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
Business AdministrationComputer ScienceLawPsychologyArchitecture
Student-Staff Ratio
21.5 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Guildhall School of Business & Law
Business Administration, Marketing, Law, International Business
School of Computing & Digital Media
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Digital Media, Cybersecurity
School of Human Sciences
Biological Sciences, Psychology, Sport Science, Health & Social Care
School of Art, Architecture & Design
Architecture, Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typically BBC at A level or 28 points in the IB; flexible offers for contextual applicants.
Alternatives: Chinese Gaokao score of 70% from key provinces, US High School Diploma with GPA 2.8 plus two AP scores of 3, International Foundation Programme with minimum 60% overall
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Interviews for health, social work and education programmes • Professional portfolio or audition for creative disciplines
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:2 honours degree (GPA 2.7/4.0) or international equivalent; relevant professional experience valued.
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
CV and personal statement outlining career goals • Academic or professional reference • Research proposal for MRes/MPhil/PhD applicants
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £14,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
- Foundation: £16,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £11,000
- Food: £2,800
- Transport: £1,600
- Entertainment: £1,300
- Other: £1,100
- Total: £17,800
Scholarships
London Met International Excellence Scholarship
MeritFee reduction for high-achieving offer holders demonstrating leadership and community engagement.
Value: £4,000 (Tuition-only)
Hold an unconditional or conditional offer • International fee payer • Submit 500-word scholarship statement
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Vice-Chancellor's PhD Bursary
InternationalCovers tuition plus stipend for doctoral projects linked to London Met research priority areas.
Value: Full
Offer for full-time PhD • Research proposal aligned to strategic themes • Interview with supervisory panel
Deadline: 2025-02-15
Campus & Facilities
166-220 Holloway Road, London N7 8DB
Holloway Road campus hosts teaching labs, mock courtrooms, Bloomberg suite and the award-winning Science Centre with one of Europe's largest teaching superlabs.
Size: 20 acres
Facilities
Laboratories
Superlab with 280 individual workstations, Forensic investigation house, Nutrition and food science labs, Sports therapy clinic
Creative Studios
Digital fabrication workshop, Wood, metal and ceramics workshops, Photography darkrooms, Professional design studios
Student Services
Student Hub, Faith & Reflection centre, Visa & compliance team, Disability and Dyslexia Service
Libraries
Aldgate Library
Specialist architecture, art and design collections with 24/7 study zones during assessment periods.
08:45-22:00 (24/7 in peak season)
Holloway Road Library
Main academic library with quiet, group and postgraduate-only spaces plus laptop loans.
08:00-00:00
Sports Facilities
Science Centre Gym
Cardio studio, free weights and strength conditioning suite available to all students
Partner leisure centres
Discounted membership at nearby council sports centres, swimming pools and climbing walls
Student Services
Student Hub
Single point of contact for enrolment, immigration, finance and housing queries
student.hub@londonmet.ac.uk
Careers & Employability
Career consultants, CV labs and mentoring for professional accreditation routes
careers@londonmet.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
Counselling, mental health advice, disability support and NHS registration clinics
studentservices@londonmet.ac.uk
Accommodation
Holloway Road Residences
On-campusEn-suite rooms with shared kitchens located within Zone 2, 10 minutes' walk from the Holloway campus.
Cost: £7,500 - £9,300 (academic year)
24/7 security • Shared social lounge • Bike storage • On-site laundry
Contract: 38-40 weeks
Aldgate Private Rented Scheme
Off-campusCurated listings of private studios and shared apartments around Aldgate East and Bethnal Green with vetted landlords.
Cost: £9,000 - £14,000 (academic year)
Furnished rooms • Wi-Fi included • Close to Tube stations
Distance: 5-20 minutes by Tube
Contract: 44-51 weeks
Apply via London Met Housing Services with priority deadlines in May (September entry) and October (January entry).
Dedicated housing advisers provide contract checks, airport arrival guidance and short-term housing options.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 70
Teams: 18
Cultural Activities
- Welcome on Holloway Road — September & January
- MetSU Global Village — Every spring
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@londonmet.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 7133 4200
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
78
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 69%
Further study: 15%
Unemployed: 6%
Average Salary
£27,000
per year
Top Employers
BloombergHSBCTransport for LondonNHSBBC
Career Services
- Accelerator Internship Programme: Paid micro-internships with London start-ups, social enterprises and borough councils.
- Professional Mentoring: Matches students with alumni mentors working in law, finance, tech and creative industries.
- Enterprise Hub: Workspace and funding workshops for students launching their own ventures.
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London City Airport
12 km • 30 minutes via DLR and Underground
Public Transport
- Underground: Piccadilly and Victoria Lines at Holloway Road and Highbury & Islington connect to King's Cross in under 10 minutes. • £1.80-£2.80 with Oyster
- Overground: Overground from Highbury, Shoreditch and Whitechapel links to Stratford, Canary Wharf and Gatwick connections. • £2.10-£3.20
- Bus: 24-hour routes 43, 271 and 205 connect campuses with the City, Hackney and central London. • £1.75 Hopper fare
Local Area
Campuses span vibrant North and East London districts offering street markets, music venues and easy access to the Square Mile.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Emirates Stadium, Regent's Canal, Spitalfields Market, Brick Lane
Shopping: Islington High Street, Angel Central, Westfield Stratford City, Old Spitalfields Market
Entertainment: Sadler's Wells Theatre, O2 Academy Islington, Rich Mix arts centre, Everyman Screen on the Green
Additional Information
Accreditation
Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), Architects Registration Board (ARB) and RIBA for architecture, British Psychological Society (selected programmes), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
Partnerships
- Industry: Transport for London — Live consultancy briefs for business and data analytics students focusing on urban mobility.
- Academic: Middlesex and City of London borough councils — Community research projects and public health placements supporting local services.
- Cultural: Museum of London — Co-curated exhibitions and heritage interpretation projects for creative students.
Research Highlights
- Centre for Research into Race & Education — Advises UK government on inclusive teaching and widening participation in metropolitan areas. (2024)
- Sustainability, Waste & Materials Lab — Award-winning circular economy research turning construction waste into low-carbon building materials. (2023)
Notable Alumni
- Sadiq Khan — Mayor of London (completed LPC at predecessor institution) (1995)
- Kate Henshaw — Award-winning Nigerian actor and UNICEF ambassador (1998)
- Neil Tennant — Songwriter and member of Pet Shop Boys, studied architecture at predecessor school (1975)
Metadata
Source: Official university website and 2024/25 international prospectus
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: enquiries@londonmet.ac.uk