Founded in 1966, but with origins from 1798, Brunel University of London has achieved much in its history. Always an innovator, today it's a UK top 50 university (Complete University Guide, 2027) with leading research and a focus on questioning the past to build a better future.
Brunel's friendly campus community comes from all corners of the world, and learners benefit from diverse viewpoints, ideas and cultures. Academics include experts in engineering, science, social sciences, creative arts, humanities and more, and students come from over 150 countries. Through their studies, students learn to question the past and build an innovative future.
Degrees at Brunel are designed to drive future careers, combining academic expertise with practical knowledge and skills building. Over 95% of undergraduate courses, and many postgraduate ones, have a work placement option – providing real-world industry experience and precious professional skills. Several degrees are also accredited by professional bodies.
Brunel's attractive west London campus is an ideal setting to live, learn and make new friends. Students benefit from an all-in-one hub with everything on site, including guaranteed accommodation for at least for their first year (conditions apply). And with central London nearby, students are well placed for the city's buzz, bright lights and business links, from a comfortable, convenient and cost-effective campus base.
Outside of the classroom, there are over 140 clubs and societies based on students' interests, background and more. Every student is well supported in all aspects of academic and student life, ensuring they quickly settle in, succeed and soak up the university experience.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. ''Brunel has strong links with industry, so students get good work experience and job opportunities.''
2. ''What I love about Brunel is the diverse and welcoming community, makes the campus feel vibrant and globally connected.''
3. ''The best aspects of my university experience have been the sense of community and the opportunities for personal and academic growth.''
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4.2Brunel offers excellent facilities across all areas of learning and living, with everything students need on campus and within a 10-minute walk.
A central library offers extensive reference materials, study spaces and computer workstations, and a laptop loan service. Meanwhile, the sports facilities are among the best for UK universities, including an athletics centre, gym, sports centre, sports park and specialist rugby performance gym.
All subjects have access to industry-leading technical equipment and resources, while dedicated research centres and facilities offer an inspiring backdrop to learning.
The Complete University Guide (2027) ranks Brunel:
Brunel University of London students on WhatUni say:
1. ''Brunel has a great campus and facilities.''
2. ''Facilities on site are satisfying and advanced.''
3. ''I like how the university is open 24/7.''
3.9With on-campus student accommodation, Brunel is a rare find among London universities. New students are guaranteed housing (conditions apply), making it easy to quickly settle into student life.
A choice of options suits a range of needs and budgets, including shared flats or blocks (often with private bathroom), self-contained studios, adapted rooms and more. Accommodation is self-catered with spacious, well-equipped kitchens, plus shared spaces. Residence mentors are on hand to solve any issues.
Prices start from around £180 per week.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. ''I like the location of the halls in the campus.''
2. ''It definitely was a good way to meet new people and I like my room.''
3. ''I love the double bed and big washroom.''
As part of its vision to making university accessible to all, Brunel offers over 1,000 scholarships every year. Awards vary in value, with some worth up to £12,000 and covering multiple years of a degree.
Scholarships, bursaries, discounts and other funding are available to undergraduate, postgraduate, home and international students.
Funding may be awarded based on academic or sporting excellence, personal circumstances, for subject-specific achievement, or other qualifying factors.
Students are automatically considered for some scholarships, but in some cases must apply directly. Please carefully check the eligibility requirements and deadlines before applying for any funding option.
Tuition fees at Brunel are payable annually, and may vary depending on course subject, level of study and length of programme.
For the 2027/28 academic year, annual tuition for undergraduate full-time home students is typically £10,050. Tuition fees per year for international and postgraduate students will usually be higher.
Students can check fees for a specific degree by finding it on the Brunel website's course finder. All students are advised to check tuition fees for their chosen course before applying to study at Brunel.
Students can choose from nearly 50 subject areas at Brunel, taught by experts who are leaders in their field. The university offers a focus on developing practical and professional skills in addition to key theoretical and academic knowledge.
With access to industry-leading technical facilities and equipment, students can dive deeper into their subject, working both individually and collaboratively to drive both learning and meaningful change. Selected degrees also offer an option for flexible part-time or online study to students' circumstances and schedule.
With a focus on future-proofing students' career prospects, Brunel's Student Professional Development services offer an extensive range of ways to build employability, and many degrees include job placements for real workplace experience. As a result, a degree from Brunel leads to strong graduate outcomes and earnings.
The compact and easy-to-navigate campus means that lectures, tutorials and other contact sessions are all within a 10-minute walk of each other. This makes for a convenient and efficient learning setup, with minimal travel time between classes.
Note: work and clinical placements (if applicable) are typically off campus, though often easily reached by public transport.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. ''The lecturers are great, very friendly and good at what they teach.''
2. ''My course is taught by passionate lecturers who make the subject feel relevant and engaging.''
3. ''Brunel's career-focused approach is truly excellent; the support from the Professional Development Centre and the strong emphasis on placements in nearly all courses provide an invaluable head start
Brunel offers an extensive range of degrees at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Historically associated more with technical subjects, today it delivers degrees across all popular subject areas, plus some more surprising ones.
Since it began, Brunel has had a reputation for innovation. It was the first university to offer year-long work placements on degrees, the first to establish a university science park, and much more.
Brunel continues to be a research leader among UK universities, being:
Active and advanced research plays a key role in informing and enhancing courses at Brunel. Teaching is influenced by recent, possibly groundbreaking developments in every subject area, keeping learning relevant and meaningful.
Another key strength of Brunel is the sheer diversity of its community. It's consistently named among the UK's most international universities, reflecting the mix of its students, staff, collaborators and wider network. Students become part of a university that truly welcomes the world.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. ''The best aspect of my course is the high level of practical, hands-on application in the workshops and tutorials.''
2. ''Most lessons are very interactive so it is easy to keep focus.''
3. ''Very hands on and technical guidance with facilities, and helpful information provided by lecturers to help pursue your career further.''
Brunel is situated in Uxbridge in west London, with a direct tube to the city centre. Students enjoy all of London's famous culture, attractions and energy, as well as its industry links, but without the stress and high cost of living.
Uxbridge offers everything students need in terms of essential shopping, pubs, bars, places to eat and entertainment options. The area is near to beautiful English countryside, well-served by several bus routes and major roads, and is just a short distance from Heathrow Airport.
Students can choose from over 140 clubs and societies – covering areas including interests, sport, faith, culture and more. It's a great way to pursue an existing passion, try a new activity, meet like-minded people and get involved in student life at Brunel.
Students also have the option to start their own societies.
4.0Clubs and societies are run by the Union of Brunel Students. The students' union is made up of Brunel students, and represents the voice of the student community. It also organises a schedule of exciting and valuable activities and events all through the year, and is here to make sure students get the most out of their university experience.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. ''Tonnes of events for meeting people.''
2. ''The campus is a really lovely space that really feels like a student city, it's fun and there's plenty to do.''
3. ''The location of the university is really good. Everything is within reach and the campus is beautiful.''
4.2Brunel offers a whole range of student services to support students in all aspects of university life. This includes academics, health, wellbeing, general administrative support and more. Support can be accessed in person at the student centre, or through any of the dedicated support teams on campus.
Support services at Brunel include:
Every student is paired up with a personal mentor – often a teaching staff member in their academic department – who can offer advice and guidance throughout their time at university. This may be course-specific information, careers guidance, a wellbeing check-in, or simply signposting to other services and resources.
Students can make appointments to discuss matters with any of the experienced Brunel teams, through the students' union, or make use of an extensive range of digital self-help resources. Brunel is fully committed to helping and empowering every individual to succeed at university.
Brunel University of London students on Whatuni say:
1. '' I am really impressed with the high level of support that is offered to students.''
2. ''Lecturers make time for students to meet them out of hours.''
3. ''All feedback is taken seriously and into consideration.''
4.0Brunel graduates go far in their careers and earnings potential, and statistics consistently show this each year. On average, Brunel graduate salaries after five years are 16.4% above the UK university sector median (LEO Survey, 2026), and for selected subjects, this Brunel boost to 5-year salaries reaches 34.5%.
Employability is at the core of every course at Brunel. Students gain more than just a degree, and graduate with a broad and solid skillset of academic and theoretical knowledge, practical expertise and professional knowhow.
Over 95% of undergraduate degrees, and many postgraduate courses, offer a work placement, providing valuable practical experience and helping students build and maintain a meaningful professional network.
Students can also access and benefit from Brunel's Student Professional Development (SPD) services, which offer customised careers support and guidance. SPD has expert careers consultants and an award-winning placement team, who can help in the following areas:
SPD also runs several careers events, programmes and workshops throughout the year. These are a great opportunity to boost employability and begin building a professional network.
All of these initiatives and more contribute to enhancing student employment and earnings prospects, so every learner can be confident about their future career.
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