City, University of London

Overview

City, University of London is a leading UK institution, offering an innovative programme of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses which uphold the university’s commitment to enhance people’s lives through education.

City is a research-driven university and has around 21,000 enrolled students, of which 45% are studying postgraduate qualifications. The university community is a diverse and international population home to students from all over the world, with an alumni community numbering more than 150,000 and representing over 170 countries.

City is divided into six different academic Schools:

• Bayes Business School (formerly Cass)
• School of Communication & Creativity
• School of Health & Psychological Sciences
• The City Law School
• School of Science and Technology
• School of Policy and Global Affairs

Research forms an essential part of the pursuit of academic excellence. City is dedicated to creating research that is not only innovative, but has a lasting, real-world impact across the world. Each of the six academic schools has their own specialist research centres – there are 70 in total across City – along with four interdisciplinary research centres.

In 2016, City became part of the University of London federation and as a result of this, students at City have access to a network of shared facilities and services.

Based in the heart of the UK capital, City students have a wealth of academic and career opportunities on their doorstep. London has been named the best student city in the world (QS Best Student Cities 2022) and is a melting pot of people, culture and history, providing a stimulating environment in which to work, study and play.

Notable alumni include Mohandas 'Mahatma' Gandhi, British Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair, EasyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and DJ Jo Whiley.

Postgraduate

City runs regular postgraduate open evenings and online information sessions throughout the academic year. Designed to give prospective students the opportunity to explore, the events allow students to meet academic tutors and gain insight into the courses they teach.

For those who are unable to visit in person, City also offers prospective students access to a series of subject specific and general online seminars. The sessions are delivered by academics, current students and student services and provide opportunities to ask questions and learn more about City. New dates are continuously added to City’s website.