London Metropolitan University

Infrastructure

The university has three campuses at Holloway, Shoreditch and Aldgate. The university offers cutting-edge research facilities and laboratories. There are numerous research units and centres along with engagement initiatives with stakeholders locally. The university also has its own Graduate School and Research and Postgraduate Office. There are interdisciplinary seminars, discussions and workshops along with the London Met Lab which comprises clinics dedicated towards architecture, art and design, charities, small businesses, legal advice, and injury and rehabilitation. The language of instruction is English.

Academic

The admission cycles begin from September and January every year. The London Metropolitan University admission process encompasses the following:

1. Selecting the course.

2. Checking requirements for entry.

3. Applying via UCAS or directly to the institution.

4. Waiting for the offer letter and responding to the same.

The London Metropolitan University admission requirements include the following:

1. Undergraduate aspirants need 60-65% in Class XII.

2. Postgraduate aspirants need a three-year bachelor’s degree with 60%.

3. IELTS/PTE scores are necessary.

4. 70% or higher in Mathematics if it applies to the course.

The London Metropolitan University acceptance rate is 84%. The institution offers postgraduate, undergraduate, and foundation year degrees. There are several top-up degrees along with short courses for skill-building. Some of the popular choices include business and management studies, art, design and architecture, accounting and finance, and marketing.

Students have to go for four modules in each semester, working out to roughly 30 ECTS/12 US credits.

The term dates are given below for the institution:

September 2022-

Term dates

January 2023

Term dates

Extra-curriculars and student diversity

The institution is home to numerous international students from 120+ countries. The university offers vibrant lifestyles on campus with the best facilities including fitness classes, a gymnasium, sports facilities, a dance studio, and more.

Career/Professional

Apprenticeships are readily available for students while gaining their qualifications. The university offers internships, long and short placements in collaboration with employers along various project opportunities and volunteering initiatives. There are several workshops and other recruitment drives along with work-based learning, virtual internships, vacancy listings, and virtual fairs among other events. Career mentoring programmes are available for students along with skill development initiatives and webinars. An ‘Accelerator’ is a great option for those wishing to start their tech-driven businesses.

The mentoring programme connects students with employers while helping pupils with their CVs, interviews, and other preparatory activities. The University also helps employers with various services in a build to foster industry connections. These services include the WBL (Work-Based Learning) programme, student recruitment services, virtual fairs, employer events, webinars, and more.

The list of notable alumni includes the following:

1. Daniela Sofia Korn Ruah, director and actress.

2. Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London and politician.

3. Julie Bindel, activist, and writer.

4. Che Wolton Grant (AJ Tracey), singer-songwriter and rapper.

5. Houda Ezra Ebrahim Nonoo, former Bahrain Ambassador to the U.S.

Financial

Fees for international students depend upon the specific course that is selected. Home students pay £9,250 (INR 9.25 lakh) per year. For international students, the fee ranges from £13,200-14,500 (INR 13.24-15 lakh) per year. As for living expenses in London, it is estimated that a student will need approximately £1,334 (INR 1.3 lakh) a month to meet accommodation costs, food, and other necessities.

Disclaimer! All course fees/salaries/expenses are indicative.