About
About City, University of London
Founded 130 years ago, City is located in the heart of London. It offers all the benefits students expect of a London university – strong links with business and industry for career development, an inclusive and diverse community from across the world, and unbeatable opportunities for sport, culture and entertainment. Working towards the UN's Sustainable Global Goals, City takes action to reduce its climate impact and seeks to reduce inequalities.
City is a research-driven university and has over 20,000 enrolled students, 39 percent of whom are studying at postgraduate level. The university community is a diverse, inclusive community, home to students from all over the world and with more than 150,000 alumni 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
Why choose City, University of London?
- Founded in 1894, City is 130 years old and is part of the University of London.
- City is ranked 42nd University in the UK (Complete University Guide 2024).
- 86% of City's research submissions are rated of world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*) quality (REF 2021).
- Located in the heart of London, one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.
- City attracts over 20,000 students from approximately 160 countries and academic staff from over 75 countries.
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 2024) and is a melting pot of people, cultures and history, providing a stimulating environment to work, study and play.
City’s main campus in Northampton Square sits between three of London’s most popular districts. Islington offers exciting social and shopping options, Shoreditch buzzes with entrepreneurial creativity and lively nightlife, while Clerkenwell is a hub for trend-setting design and cosy bars.
Notable alumni include Mohandas 'Mahatma' Gandhi, British Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair, EasyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and DJ Jo Whiley.
Award-winning student support
It’s not just students’ academic development that’s important to City. City offers a wide range of student support services from day one, to help them settle in and cope with the pressures that come with student life. Students at City are part of a welcoming and diverse community, with student counselling, buddy schemes, active student societies, Students' Union and an award-winning student centre.
- City is one of the most international universities in the UK, with active student societies representing diverse cultures.
- The International Student Advice team provides confidential advice and guidance to international applicants and students.
- City's Careers Service can help students with job applications, preparing for interviews, job searching and careers advice.
- Access to a range of assistive technology to support students in their studies, including the City Wellbeing app and Togetherall wellbeing support.
Ask a student
For prospective students hoping to get a closer look at what it’s like to be a student at City, there is a team of student ambassadors who are available to answer questions as well as a variety of blog posts on student experiences and top tips on university life.
City’s outstanding subject-specific facilities are the result of close relationships with industry. They have been designed, often in collaboration with professionals working in relevant sectors, to ensure students develop relevant professional skills and prepare for their future careers.
City has invested £150 million in structural developments on campus since 2012. This includes the development of a state-of-the-art sport centre, a new student bar and numerous learning spaces.
City’s main campus houses the University library, which occupies five floors in the Northampton Square building. In addition, there are specialist libraries for Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) and The City Law School.
CitySport is central London's largest student sports facility. Fitted with the latest and most sophisticated fitness equipment across 3,000m2 of floor space, CitySport provides leading-edge sport and well-being facilities for students.
Additionally, as part of the University of London, City students have access to a large student community, numerous student societies, additional sports facilities, accommodation provision and libraries.
City’s student life is vibrant and dynamic. City is located in the heart of one of the greatest cities in the world. The UK capital is a truly global city, boasting a wealth of jobs across a range of industries and some of the world’s top cultural attractions. Hundreds of thousands of students come to the capital from across the world to study here.
City is right at the heart of it all in Islington, a bohemian area of London known for its many independent shops, bars and restaurants. At the doorsteps of the historic City of London and Tech City – Europe's largest cluster of digital start-ups – City students are never far from the exciting experiences and enriching opportunities that London has to offer.
City’s main campus is just a short tube or bus ride into central London, with its diverse range of theatres, world-leading galleries and museums and famous attractions. If all that hustle and bustle gets a little too much, London is home to over 3,000 parks and open areas for students to relax in. Or students can hop on a train and visit any number of the UK’s fantastic cities and towns.
From shops, cafés and restaurants to museums, galleries and arts venues; from leading Premier League football teams to nightclubs; and from cityscapes to green spaces, London is a city for everyone.
Read more about the application process to study at City, University of London.
City is committed to preparing its students to build successful and fulfilling careers across a range of sectors. Degrees and facilities have been developed with employers and leading figures in industry to embed employability within the curriculum. City was recently ranked 6th in London for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2024). Most degrees at City are accredited by professional bodies and nearly all undergraduate courses offer placements.
A focus on employability
- City's sector-leading Careers Activation Programme ensures employability in every undergraduate programme, with core career-focused education and professional experiences.
Specialist careers service
- Students can discuss plans at one-to-one career appointments and group workshops, get advice on preparing a CV, job application form or LinkedIn profile, or attend a mock interview.
Network with employers
- Strong links with major employers, who give regular presentations, mentor students, attend career fairs and run skills sessions. The Careers Service hosts events for students to explore industries and network.
Help finding opportunities
- Via City CareersHub online platform, students you can find a range of internships and graduate opportunities. All City students and graduates are registered, along with 5,000+ employers such as the BBC, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, Macfarlanes LLP, PwC, Santander and The Times.
Visit career development at City to learn more.
About
About City, University of London
Founded 130 years ago, City is located in the heart of London. It offers all the benefits students expect of a London university – strong links with business and industry for career development, an inclusive and diverse community from across the world, and unbeatable opportunities for sport, culture and entertainment. Working towards the UN's Sustainable Global Goals, City takes action to reduce its climate impact and seeks to reduce inequalities.
City is a research-driven university and has over 20,000 enrolled students, 39 percent of whom are studying at postgraduate level. The university community is a diverse, inclusive community, home to students from all over the world and with more than 150,000 alumni 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
Why choose City, University of London?
- Founded in 1894, City is 130 years old and is part of the University of London.
- City is ranked 42nd University in the UK (Complete University Guide 2024).
- 86% of City's research submissions are rated of world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*) quality (REF 2021).
- Located in the heart of London, one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.
- City attracts over 20,000 students from approximately 160 countries and academic staff from over 75 countries.
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 2024) and is a melting pot of people, cultures and history, providing a stimulating environment to work, study and play.
City’s main campus in Northampton Square sits between three of London’s most popular districts. Islington offers exciting social and shopping options, Shoreditch buzzes with entrepreneurial creativity and lively nightlife, while Clerkenwell is a hub for trend-setting design and cosy bars.
Notable alumni include Mohandas 'Mahatma' Gandhi, British Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair, EasyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and DJ Jo Whiley.
Award-winning student support
It’s not just students’ academic development that’s important to City. City offers a wide range of student support services from day one, to help them settle in and cope with the pressures that come with student life. Students at City are part of a welcoming and diverse community, with student counselling, buddy schemes, active student societies, Students' Union and an award-winning student centre.
- City is one of the most international universities in the UK, with active student societies representing diverse cultures.
- The International Student Advice team provides confidential advice and guidance to international applicants and students.
- City's Careers Service can help students with job applications, preparing for interviews, job searching and careers advice.
- Access to a range of assistive technology to support students in their studies, including the City Wellbeing app and Togetherall wellbeing support.
Ask a student
For prospective students hoping to get a closer look at what it’s like to be a student at City, there is a team of student ambassadors who are available to answer questions as well as a variety of blog posts on student experiences and top tips on university life.
City’s outstanding subject-specific facilities are the result of close relationships with industry. They have been designed, often in collaboration with professionals working in relevant sectors, to ensure students develop relevant professional skills and prepare for their future careers.
City has invested £150 million in structural developments on campus since 2012. This includes the development of a state-of-the-art sport centre, a new student bar and numerous learning spaces.
City’s main campus houses the University library, which occupies five floors in the Northampton Square building. In addition, there are specialist libraries for Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) and The City Law School.
CitySport is central London's largest student sports facility. Fitted with the latest and most sophisticated fitness equipment across 3,000m2 of floor space, CitySport provides leading-edge sport and well-being facilities for students.
Additionally, as part of the University of London, City students have access to a large student community, numerous student societies, additional sports facilities, accommodation provision and libraries.
City’s student life is vibrant and dynamic. City is located in the heart of one of the greatest cities in the world. The UK capital is a truly global city, boasting a wealth of jobs across a range of industries and some of the world’s top cultural attractions. Hundreds of thousands of students come to the capital from across the world to study here.
City is right at the heart of it all in Islington, a bohemian area of London known for its many independent shops, bars and restaurants. At the doorsteps of the historic City of London and Tech City – Europe's largest cluster of digital start-ups – City students are never far from the exciting experiences and enriching opportunities that London has to offer.
City’s main campus is just a short tube or bus ride into central London, with its diverse range of theatres, world-leading galleries and museums and famous attractions. If all that hustle and bustle gets a little too much, London is home to over 3,000 parks and open areas for students to relax in. Or students can hop on a train and visit any number of the UK’s fantastic cities and towns.
From shops, cafés and restaurants to museums, galleries and arts venues; from leading Premier League football teams to nightclubs; and from cityscapes to green spaces, London is a city for everyone.
Read more about the application process to study at City, University of London.
City is committed to preparing its students to build successful and fulfilling careers across a range of sectors. Degrees and facilities have been developed with employers and leading figures in industry to embed employability within the curriculum. City was recently ranked 6th in London for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2024). Most degrees at City are accredited by professional bodies and nearly all undergraduate courses offer placements.
A focus on employability
- City's sector-leading Careers Activation Programme ensures employability in every undergraduate programme, with core career-focused education and professional experiences.
Specialist careers service
- Students can discuss plans at one-to-one career appointments and group workshops, get advice on preparing a CV, job application form or LinkedIn profile, or attend a mock interview.
Network with employers
- Strong links with major employers, who give regular presentations, mentor students, attend career fairs and run skills sessions. The Careers Service hosts events for students to explore industries and network.
Help finding opportunities
- Via City CareersHub online platform, students you can find a range of internships and graduate opportunities. All City students and graduates are registered, along with 5,000+ employers such as the BBC, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, Macfarlanes LLP, PwC, Santander and The Times.
Visit career development at City to learn more.
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