SOAS University of London

Students' Union

The Student Union (SU) at SOAS is made up of an executive committee, which includes four co-presidents representing Activities and Events; Democracy and Education; Equality and Liberation and Welfare and Campaigns. The student union officers raise issues and fight for changes across the university based on what students want to see.

SOAS also has a Class Representative scheme, where representatives from each class are invited to department meetings, becoming a vital part of the decision-making process at the university and ensuring that all students’ voices are heard.

With approximately 200 clubs and societies, students have plenty of opportunities to get involved whether they have an interest in sport, politics or cooking, there’s something for everyone. The SU also offers both academic and personal support relating to issues such as plagiarism, academic appeals, immigration, housing, and more.

Students specifically praised the SU for being inclusive and open to all students, in particular, their 'suggest your ideas' section on their website. 

Clubs and Societies

Students at SOAS have described the societies at the university as diverse and welcoming to everyone of all levels and abilities.

Students are able to join societies ranging from the Alternative Fashion Society to the Bee Keepers Society, the Chinese Culture Society or even the Journalism Society. There is also a student newspaper, radio station and magazine for students to get involved with to get a taste for the media industry. Sports clubs include boxing, swimming and volleyball.

Joining a society at SOAS can also lead to employment opportunities, skills workshops and networking events. So whether it's meeting new people, learning a new skill or gaining work experience, SOAS has a wide range of clubs on offer to suit the needs of every individual. For those who are feeling ambitious, there is also the option of creating a society from scratch. 

City life

Student reviews of SOAS often highlight the city as being a fun, diverse and exciting place to live and study. With the main campus located in Bloomsbury, students will be within walking distance to the West End and many of the capital's most iconic attractions, including The British Museum, the British Library and Regent’s Park.

Students can also take advantage of the many parks and green spaces, farmers’ markets and Covent Garden, which is famous for its quirky shops and street performers. With all of this just around the corner, students have plenty of choices no matter what their interests.

Sports fans will be able to enjoy visiting Wembley Football Stadium, the tennis grounds at Wimbledon and the rugby at Twickenham, all within easy access from campus via the tube. There are also plenty of restaurants, cafes, cinemas, theatres, bars and clubs all within walking distance from the university.

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

Source: IDP Connect 2019

£3.30 - £4.10

per pint