About St George's, University of London
St George's, University of London is a specialist medical university located on the St George's Hospital campus in Tooting. It focuses on medicine, health and biomedical sciences with close ties to one of the UK's busiest teaching hospitals.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 5,600 total students
- • 1,200 international students
- • 75 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 1733
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation
Popular Subjects
MedicineBiomedical SciencePhysiotherapyParamedic Science
Student-Staff Ratio
10 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Institute of Medical and Biomedical Education
MBBS, Biomedical Education, Population Health
Institute of Infection and Immunity
Molecular and Clinical Sciences, Microbial Sciences
Institute of Health and Social Care
Allied Health Sciences, Physiotherapy, Paramedic Science
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: AAA including Biology and Chemistry
Alternatives: IB: 36 points with 666 HL, Scottish Highers AAABB plus Advanced Highers
IELTS: 7
R 6.5 / W 6.5 / L 6.5 / S 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Multiple mini-interview • UCAT test • Work experience in healthcare
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject
GPA: 0
IELTS: 7
R 6.5 / W 6.5 / L 6.5 / S 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for MRes/PhD • CV and two references
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £23,000
- Postgraduate: £24,000
- Foundation: £19,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £8,800
- Food: £2,500
- Transport: £1,400
- Entertainment: £1,300
- Other: £1,000
- Total: £15,000
Scholarships
Global Health Scholarship
MeritValue: £4,000 (Tuition fee reduction)
International postgraduate offer holders • Statement on tackling health inequalities
St George’s International Excellence Award
MeritValue: £5,000 (Fee waiver)
Undergraduate applicants achieving A*AA or equivalent • UCAT score in top decile
Alumni Inspire Bursary
NeedValue: £2,000 (Cash stipend)
Household income below £25,000 • Priority to widening participation regions
Campus & Facilities
Cranmer Terrace, London SW17 0RE
Specialist health sciences campus in Tooting sharing facilities with St George's Hospital, one of London's major teaching hospitals
Size: 17 acres
Facilities
Medical
Clinical Skills Centre, Anatomy suite, Simulation hospital wards, Medical library
Research
Infection and Immunity Research Institute, Cardiovascular research labs
Accommodation
St George’s Grove
On-campusModern ensuite rooms beside the hospital with courtyard gardens
Cost: £245 - £285 (per week)
24/7 security • On-site laundry • Bike storage
Contract: 51 weeks
Mannequin House
University-managedPartner residence in Walthamstow with study lounges and quick Victoria line access
Cost: £210 - £260 (per week)
Cinema room • Gym • Bills included
Contract: 44-51 weeks
Accommodation guaranteed for first-year international students who firm by 31 May and pay £400 advance rent via the housing portal.
Airport meet-and-greet weekends, bedding packs, and tenancy workshops are run by the International Student Experience team.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 75
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- Teddy Bear Hospital outreach
- Students for Global Health conferences
- Pulse Radio and musical theatre productions
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@sgul.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 8725 2818
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
45
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 94%
Further study: 3%
Unemployed: 2%
Average Salary
£32,000
annual
Top Employers
NHS Trusts across UKSt George's HospitalPrivate healthcare providersPharmaceutical companies
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow
25 km • 40 minutes by car
Public Transport
- Underground: Tooting Broadway station on the Northern line is a 10-minute walk • £2-£3 per journey
- Rail: National Rail services from Tooting and Earlsfield to central London • £5-£10 off-peak return
- Bus: 24-hour routes 155, 219, and G1 stop outside the campus • £1.75 per journey
Local Area
Located in multicultural Tooting, south-west London, with lively markets, green parks, and easy links to central London.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Tooting Market, Wimbledon Common, Battersea Park
Shopping: Tooting High Street, Southside Shopping Centre, Boxpark Croydon
Entertainment: Tooting Bec Lido, Broadway Market eateries, Brixton Academy gigs
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: St George’s prospectus 2025, UCAS, Graduate Outcomes, NHS partner data
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: data@ukuni.io