Birkbeck, University of London

Students' Union

Time to relax and make friends with fellow learners is an important aspect of the student experience. Birkbeck has a lively and active Students’ Union, which organises an exciting yearly program of events for students to get involved with, and provides three cafés and a bar to ensure that its community stays refreshed and relaxed. Next door to Birkbeck, is the University of London’s Students’ Union, which hosts a wide selection of spaces and services to which Birkbeck students enjoy free and full access. There is a well-equipped student shop, The Gallery café and Library bar with freshly prepared food and drinks at student prices, and The Venue nightclub offering weekly opportunities to socialise and unwind.

Birkbeck hosts regular free cinema screenings, and students also benefit from the use of the Energybase gym, which hosts daily free classes and sports the largest swimming pool in central London.

For those looking for extra activities and excitement, the university is within easy walking distance of Oxford Circus and Soho, and everything else that London has to offer.

Birkbeck students on Whatuni say:

“They are very accessible, very respectful. They do a lot of events and help us a lot.”

“Very supportive.”

“Very active and useful.”

Clubs and Societies

Extra-curricular involvement is key to a good all-round student experience. Birkbeck’s Students’ Union runs a variety of clubs and societies catering to many different interests, hobbies and needs and its Film Society, Running Club and Birkbeck Law Society are just a few of the choices on offer. Students can also join the groups within Student Central, the University of London’s Students’ Union, positioned handily next door to Birkbeck.

Sports enthusiasts will be delighted at the variety of teams to participate in. The Students’ Union at Birkbeck encourages a welcoming, inclusive culture, regardless of skill level. Favourites include football and rugby, as well as a selection of new options including tenpin bowling.

Birkbeck students on Whatuni say:

“Great football team.”

“There are several clubs and associations.”

“They do a lot of events and help us a lot.”

City life

Well-positioned in the heart of arguably the greatest student city in the world, Birkbeck’s campus puts its students in a prime position to enjoy London life. There is a host of world-famous galleries and museums on its doorstep, including the British Library and the British Museum. A short walk leads to the sights and sounds of the West End, Soho and Covent Garden with a multitude of restaurants, bars, clubs, shops, theatres, and other cultural activities to enjoy.

The campus is easy walking distance from a number of tube stations, making commuting to lectures really quick and easy. Students can also walk to Euston and Kings Cross St Pancras mainline stations, with rail links to the rest of the UK and Europe for weekend getaways with fellow students, or visits to family and friends.

Students have nothing but positive things to say about Birkbeck’s central London location.

Birkbeck students on Whatuni say:

“Excellent.”

“Fantastic location for other uni libraries including the British library.”

“Central London, surrounded by other unis gives it a great vibe.”

Cost of a pint This is the average cost of a pint.

Source: IDP Connect 2019

£3.30 - £4.10

per pint