University of London: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #303 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #120 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #30 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #24 of 131 | In England |
| #6 of 35 | In London |
| #32 of 1,381 | For Political Economy |
| Top100 | For 44 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 50,000
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- london.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 36%*
* The University of London is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Minimum for undergraduate degrees is two subjects at GCE ‘A’ level, plus at least three further subjects at GCSE/GCE ‘O’ level at grade C or above. Other qualifications both from the UK and rest of the world are also accepted for University of London transnational degrees through online, flexible and blended learning. |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | September - December; January-March; April-June |
| Enrollment | 50,000 |
| Full time employee | 250 |
| Student:staff ratio | 200:1 |
Research profile
University of London is a world-class research university with 90,871 scientific papers published and 3,530,629 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Medicine, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Political Science, Engineering, Law, and Physics.
University of London majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1397 | 22216 |
| 1994 | 1338 | 22730 |
| 1995 | 1401 | 25139 |
| 1996 | 1495 | 26965 |
| 1997 | 1402 | 28454 |
| 1998 | 1456 | 31028 |
| 1999 | 1371 | 34104 |
| 2000 | 1374 | 37606 |
| 2001 | 1431 | 41311 |
| 2002 | 1461 | 44736 |
| 2003 | 1524 | 50642 |
| 2004 | 1529 | 52774 |
| 2005 | 1642 | 58569 |
| 2006 | 1856 | 65632 |
| 2007 | 1983 | 71606 |
| 2008 | 2012 | 79100 |
| 2009 | 1932 | 89680 |
| 2010 | 1979 | 97647 |
| 2011 | 2084 | 107969 |
| 2012 | 2010 | 119946 |
| 2013 | 2371 | 128889 |
| 2014 | 2137 | 135443 |
| 2015 | 1959 | 137009 |
| 2016 | 1851 | 137549 |
| 2017 | 1872 | 142091 |
| 2018 | 2163 | 149845 |
| 2019 | 1944 | 162764 |
| 2020 | 2049 | 190084 |
| 2021 | 2066 | 201748 |
| 2022 | 1906 | 181079 |
| 2023 | 2007 | 179051 |
| 2024 | 1511 | 169184 |
| 2025 | 1445 | 147887 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of London gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £9,250 |
| Postgraduate Taught | £10,000 - £28,900 |
| Postgraduate Research | £5,300 - £20,400 |
| Distance Learning | £1,500 - £18,000 |
All costs are in British pounds (GBP).
The University of London has financial aid programs.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of London.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Finance, Information Technology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Statistics |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Certificate in Education | Art History, Cultural Studies |
| Master of Research | Arts and Humanities, History, Latin American Studies, Library Science, Modern Languages, Visual Arts |
| Master's Degree | Accountancy, Art History, Cultural Studies, Earth Sciences, Education, Finance, Gender Studies, Health Sciences, Human Rights, Humanities and Social Science Education, International Relations and Diplomacy, Landscape Architecture, Law, Library Science, Management, Marketing, Social Sciences, Teacher Training, Veterinary Science, Visual Arts |
| Master of Philosophy | Arts and Humanities, English, History, Human Rights, Latin American Studies, Law, Modern Languages |
| Doctorate | Art History, English Studies, History, Human Rights, Latin American Studies, Law, Modern Languages |
University of London alumni
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Mahatma Gandhi
- Enrolled in the University of London
- In 1888 studied law
- Occupations
- journalisthumanitarianbarristercivil rights advocatephilosopher
- Biography
-
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political thinker who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule. He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahātmā (from Sanskrit, meaning great-souled, or venerable), first applied to him in South Africa in 1914, is used worldwide.
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Nelson Mandela
- Occupations
- autobiographerlawyerscreenwriterpolitical activistpolitical prisoner
- Biography
-
Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and statesman who was the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country's first Black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election. His administration focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid by fostering racial reconciliation, a national peace accord and eventual multiracial democracy. Ideologically an African nationalist and socialist, he served as the president of the African National Congress (ANC) party from 1991 to 1997.
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Elton John
- Occupations
- composerpianistfilm actorHIV/AIDS activistkeyboardist
- Biography
-
Sir Elton Hercules John is a British singer, songwriter and pianist. His music and showmanship have had a significant, lasting effect on the music industry, and his songwriting partnership with the lyricist Bernie Taupin is one of the most successful in history. John was the 19th EGOT winner in history. He has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
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Christopher Nolan
- Occupations
- film editorcinematographerproducercamera operatorfilm screenwriter
- Biography
-
Sir Christopher Edward Nolan is a British and American filmmaker. A significant auteur of his generation, he has been a major Hollywood figure in the 21st century. Nolan's films have earned over $6 billion worldwide, making him the seventh-highest-grossing film director. His accolades include two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award and two British Academy Film Awards. Nolan was appointed as a CBE in 2019 and was knighted in 2024 for his contributions to film.
University of London faculties and divisions
| Institute : Advanced Legal Studies | Human Rights, Law |
|---|---|
| Institute : Classical Studies | Archaeology, Arts and Humanities, History, Literature, Philosophy |
| Institute : Commonwealth Studies | History, Human Rights, Political Sciences |
| Institute : English Studies | English, Publishing and Book Trade |
| Institute : Historical Research | History |
| Institute : Languages, Cultures and Societies | Caribbean Studies, French, German, Hispanic American Studies, Italian |
| Institute : Modern Languages Research | Modern Languages |
| Institute : Philosophy | Philosophy |
| Institute : Warburg | Cultural Studies, History, Human Rights, Visual Arts |
General information
| Founded | 1836 |
|---|---|
| Colors | blue, red |
Location and contacts
| Address | Malet Street London, WC1E 7HU United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 8,800,000 |