About
About City, University of London
City University of London is a leading UK university with a global vision and a commitment to transforming lives through education. City's focus on business, practice and the professions ensures students develop fulfilling careers on graduation.
City is a diverse, inclusive community, home to over 20,000 students, 45% of which are studying at postgraduate level and with over 150,000 alumni from 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 nearly 130 years old and has been part of the University of London since 2016
- Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022)
- 15th in UK for 'graduate prospects on track (Complete University Guide 2022)
86% of City's research submissions are rated world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*) quality (REF 2021) - Located in the heart of London, one of Europe's most vibrant cities.
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.
Chat to a City student today
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. The chat feature allows students to select a preferred course of interest, as well as a country of origin. This provides students with a unique and personalised insight into studying at City.
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 professional skills and prepare for their future careers.
City has invested £120 million in structural developments in campus since 2012. This includes the development of a state of the arts 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, the new sports centre, is the largest student sports facility in central London. 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.
City is a member of the University of London (UOL). As a result, City students have access to a large student community, numerous student societies, additional sports facilities, accommodation provision and libraries.
City is located at the heart of one of the most vibrant cities in the world. The English 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.
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.
City’s main Northampton Square campus 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.
Find information on how to apply to City, University of London: Apply to study at City • City, University of London
City is among the first universities to ensure that the foundations for students’ future careers are laid before they graduate.
All City undergraduates complete a Career Activation Project (CAP) as part of their degree. This could take the form of a MicroPlacement, an industry-led consultancy project, a summer internship, volunteering or mentoring and coaching. Each project has been designed to provide essential relevant professional experience.
Undergraduate students also take a Career Activation Module (CAM) to help prepare for the application process when seeking graduate employment. Each CAM has been designed to be unique to each subject and career options and form a core part of the study programme.
About
About City, University of London
City University of London is a leading UK university with a global vision and a commitment to transforming lives through education. City's focus on business, practice and the professions ensures students develop fulfilling careers on graduation.
City is a diverse, inclusive community, home to over 20,000 students, 45% of which are studying at postgraduate level and with over 150,000 alumni from 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 nearly 130 years old and has been part of the University of London since 2016
- Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022)
- 15th in UK for 'graduate prospects on track (Complete University Guide 2022)
86% of City's research submissions are rated world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*) quality (REF 2021) - Located in the heart of London, one of Europe's most vibrant cities.
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.
Chat to a City student today
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. The chat feature allows students to select a preferred course of interest, as well as a country of origin. This provides students with a unique and personalised insight into studying at City.
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 professional skills and prepare for their future careers.
City has invested £120 million in structural developments in campus since 2012. This includes the development of a state of the arts 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, the new sports centre, is the largest student sports facility in central London. 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.
City is a member of the University of London (UOL). As a result, City students have access to a large student community, numerous student societies, additional sports facilities, accommodation provision and libraries.
City is located at the heart of one of the most vibrant cities in the world. The English 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.
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.
City’s main Northampton Square campus 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.
Find information on how to apply to City, University of London: Apply to study at City • City, University of London
City is among the first universities to ensure that the foundations for students’ future careers are laid before they graduate.
All City undergraduates complete a Career Activation Project (CAP) as part of their degree. This could take the form of a MicroPlacement, an industry-led consultancy project, a summer internship, volunteering or mentoring and coaching. Each project has been designed to provide essential relevant professional experience.
Undergraduate students also take a Career Activation Module (CAM) to help prepare for the application process when seeking graduate employment. Each CAM has been designed to be unique to each subject and career options and form a core part of the study programme.
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