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There are many reasons to study in London, from its reputation as a multicultural city, to its long history as an academic hub. Its vibrant and metropolitan atmosphere appeals to a diverse population, including the half a million students who study there. It’s a popular choice for international students who like a diverse range of food, history, and art all on their doorstep.
London is home to some of the highest-rated universities in the UK, specializing in a wide range of subjects including medicine, business, engineering, and science. The majority of universities in London, and the UK as a whole, are public, with a small number being private and funded by tuition fees alone.
England’s capital offers international students thousands of different programs to choose from. Whether you’re looking to do a bachelor’s or master’s degree in London, the city can offer a high standard of education in the exact field of study you’re interested in.
Due to the presence of businesses and the finance industry, many international students go to London to study for MBA programs, or in subjects such as accounting.
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Overseas students usually pay more for tuition fees in London. However, currently if you’re an EU student you pay the same fees as home students. For all other international students, fees are set by the universities and vary depending on the subject and program you’re studying. Fees for some London universities can be as high as £30,000 a year at the undergraduate level.
Before applying for programs, consider your budget and the cost of tuition at universities that appeal to you. As living costs in London are particularly high, you’ll need more money to support yourself than you would in other parts of the UK.
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £1,015 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £824 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £242 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £32 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £75 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £250 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £10 |
| Gym membership | £35 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
As with all UK university and college applications, you need to apply through UCAS for London undergraduate programs. You can choose up to five programs to apply for, and usually need a personal statement and a reference for your application.
Postgraduate program applications are often arranged directly through a university. Each London university will have their own application process depending on your subject and program.
One of the main requirements to study in London is that you have the correct visa. When your place is secured, you’ll need to apply for your UK student visa.
My university is located in the heart of the london. Which is very attractive placein the england. About london it is very beautiful place. And there are lots of things to explore like great british museum , great britsh library , zoo museums, w&b harry potter studio, london bridge , london eye, etc.
London is very vibrant and fun especially for young students
London is a great city for the field I’m going into! It has endless opportunities where as my home city being Toledo, Ohio in the states has little to none of the live theater/film opportunities I seek. The opportunities being offered back at home are very selective. This city also is a hub for young creatives, arts, and people from different cultural backgrounds making my work be enriched from learning about different human beings experiences in this thing we call life! Because theater is the study of the human experience! I do love this city!
London. Too expensive, but offers amazing opportunities. Transport is great. Everything is amazing, but just very overpriced so that often made me struggle financially. It does push you to work hard though.
I love London, even though I live in zone 5 it´s easy to take the train to the city. It´s London, so it has everything you could possibly want.
