London Metropolitan University

Overview

London Metropolitan University was created on 1 August 2002 by the merger of London Guildhall University (now London City campus) and the University of North London (now London North campus). Prior to the merger both institutions had long histories of providing quality education in the City and north and east London.

Ranking

The UK Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), which reviews all UK universities, awarded London Met its highest quality rating for the academic standards of the University's taught courses. In subject reviews conducted by the QAA, London Metropolitan University courses were rated Excellent in Business and Management (24/24), Economics (23/24), Computing (22/24), Film and Performing Arts (22/24), Art & Design (23/24), Governance, Politics & International Relations (22/24), Philosophy (22/24) and English (22/240.

Services for International Students

London Metropolitan University has one of the highest international student populations in the UK, truly reflecting the diversity of London itself. The International Office and International Programmes Office offer advice, counselling and support to non-UE students and their partners on all manner of issues ranging from childcare and disabilities to immigration and religious worship. The international support available at London Met is among the most comprehensive in the country and has even won awards for excellence.

Accommodation

The Student Accommodation Bureau at London Metropolitan University offers a broad portfolio of properties to meet the needs of individuals. There are a range of different halls of residence both university and privately owned, including ensuite options.
The University gives priority to international students when allocating housing but please note when applying that it is unable to guarantee all students a place in University residences. The majority of students, particularly postgraduates, choose to live in privately rented housing. You should bear in mind that London is the most expensive place to live in the UK with minimum living costs for the 2008/09 academic session estimated at £1000 per month. The Accommodation Bureau will assist you in finding the most affordable housing during your stay.

Campus

London Metropolitan University has two campuses. The City Campus is located in fashionable, multicultural Whitechapel, within walking distance of London’s financial centre. The North Campus is a cluster of buildings around Holloway Road tube station in North London, overshadowed by Arsenal Football club’s impressive Emirates Stadium. Travel between the two campuses takes less than 30 minutes by tube.

Health centre

There is a Health Centre at London Metropolitan University with all students’ healthcare needs catered for. All students have full access to the Centre and all health care fees are fully covered by the National Health Service for full-time students.

Location

London Metropolitan University’s two campuses are located within a short tube ride of Central London and therefore provide excellent access to all the facilities afforded by one of the world’s most dynamic cities. London’s vast selection of museums, galleries, parks and other attractions, many of them free of charge, ensures that London Met students will never grow bored during their stay. London is served by five international airports and well connected by rail to Paris, Brussels and the historical and cultural delights spread throughout the rest of the UK.
URL: www.londonmet.ac.uk