University Guide
London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University has educational roots dating back to 1848 and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, with full-time and part-time options. Its diverse community included 14,039 UK-based higher education students representing 150 nationalities in 2023/24.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the London Metropolitan University.
Rankings
London Metropolitan University is ranked 129th in the Complete University Guide 2027 and is among the UK’s top 20 universities for student satisfaction in the same guide.
Employability
The University’s careers team supports students with career planning throughout their studies and for up to three years after graduation. Students can get help with CVs, applications and interview preparation, as well as finding jobs, placements and volunteering opportunities.
Fees
Home tuition fees for standard full-time undergraduate degrees starting in September 2026 are £9,790 for the 2026/27 academic year. Foundation-year fees can differ, while international and postgraduate fees depend on the course. Students should check their chosen course page for the relevant fees.
Bursaries
London Metropolitan University offers scholarships and bursaries including the International Bright Futures Scholarship, Unite Foundation Scholarship Scheme and Sanctuary Scholarship. For 2026/27, International Bright Futures provides a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for eligible new international students. Some awards require an application, while others are applied automatically, so students should check each scheme’s eligibility criteria.
Accommodation
London Metropolitan University does not own or manage student accommodation. The halls listed on its website are privately operated, and students apply directly to the provider. The University’s Student Money and Accommodation Advice team can help students explore their housing options. For more private halls, shared houses and flats, take a look at student accommodation in London on AFS.
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Students' Union
London Met Students’ Union represents students within the University, the local community and nationally. Led by elected student officers, it offers societies, activities and events, alongside free, independent advice on issues such as academic appeals, complaints and problems on a course.
Famous for
London Metropolitan University’s £30 million Science Centre includes a superlab with more than 280 workstations. Students also have access to specialist facilities for tissue culture, microbiology, nutritional physiology and food technology.
News
In October 2026, London Met announced £10,000 awards for two eligible graduates from its School of Art, Architecture and Design. Supported by the Worshipful Company of Mercers, the awards will help graduates from ethnic minority or disadvantaged backgrounds begin careers in textiles or visual arts.
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