London South Bank University (LSBU) is one of London’s oldest universities. Since 1892, LSBU has been providing vocationally-relevant, accredited and professionally recognised education.
LSBU is proud to be a UK leader in providing education to students from non-standard backgrounds, who are often the first in their families to go to university.
Teaching at London South Bank University (LSBU) is in line with the latest industry changes and trends, taught by staff involved in their professions.
LSBU courses are accredited or developed in association with leading professional bodies. Search courses.
LSBU has been awarded Silver for Teaching Excellence under the UK Government's Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Many employers, including top Fortune 500 companies, send their people to study with LSBU, so students have the opportunity to build strong professional networks. Many of the University’s courses include work placements and Course Directors regularly invite outside experts to give guest lectures.Each Academic School is involved in a wide range of research, often with commercial partners. Applied research seeks to address the challenges faced by society today. For example – the University’s pioneering research in foot and ankle biometrics helped develop products for global brand Fitflop, while research on cooling the London Underground has been incorporated into a £500m upgrade of the tube system. Read more about research output.
The London Doctoral Academy is home to LSBU’s postgraduate research students. The Academy supports and develops professional researchers who are driven to make a difference in the world, whether that’s by influencing government policy or changing the way industries work.
LSBU is University of the Year for Graduate Employment and prospects (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018)
Commenting on the award, Alistair McCall, editor of The Sunday Times Good University Guide said: “London South Bank has an outstanding record for graduate employment. It is a shining example of all the best qualities held by the modern university sector. Year after year, the university appears close to the top of our tables for graduate employment and graduate salaries.
“It’s no accident. Courses are often designed to meet the specific needs of industry and the university enjoys close ties across many business sectors, particularly with the construction industry.”
London South Bank University provides advice and support for students on a wide range of non-academic and educational needs. Student support services run out of The Student Life Centre – and it’s also home to the Students’ Union, the Venue bar and Grads Café that makes it a hub for social activities. The University offers:
LSBU has four halls of residence, giving students a safe and comfortable base. The furthest away from the University’s Southwark campus is a 10-minute walk. Explore residences and view 360 virtual tours. Students rent directly from the University rather than third party providers, so the University can guarantee clear tenancy agreements and all-inclusive rents that include: insurance for your personal belongings, internet access in each bedroom, on-site laundry facilities and 24 hour security.
International students attending LSBU for the first time are guaranteed accommodation if they meet the allocation criteria and apply to our Accommodation Office by 1 August.
London South Bank University libraries provide students with access to 800 study spaces, 58,000 electronic journals and databases and 250,000 books. E-resources can be accessed off-campus 24 hours a day. A team of experienced staff give expert support, including language support for international students. Read more and take a 360 virtual of the facilities.
The Learning Resources Centre has 400 networked workstations; Apple Macs; MS Office and specialist software; laptop loans; printing, scanning and photocopying. The Help Desk offers support and training across a range of IT and digital skills, such as: SPSS, NVivo, Sage Line 50 and Microsoft programmes. Students can download latest MSOffice and Anti Virus software to their devices for free.
Few city centre university campuses in London are as compact as London South Bank University’s in the vibrant Elephant and Castle. The campus sits on the border of the city's Zones 1 and 2 for public transport. Elephant and Castle is an historic, vibrant and unique part of London, offering truly international cuisine and a short walk to the city's world-renowned galleries, theatres, museums and attractions. Read more about the University’s location.
The University, like the city around it, is constantly developing. There is a major new campus development plans to transform the northern quarter of the campus by 2020.
London South Bank University's (LSBU) Academy of Sport uniquely combines academic and non-academic functions through sport facilities, taught courses, research units, sports science support services and sport development:
LSBU Sports Clubs are open to complete beginners or more experienced players. The teams offer opportunities just for fun, but also all compete in the BUCS (British Universities and College Sports) leagues, representing the University against institutions from across the UK.
London South Bank University Students' Union (SU) is the centre of the student social scene and home to a number of services. The SU is home to more than 85 societies and 20 sports clubs, student media and charity fundraising. Specialist staff at the Union can advise on any course concerns and wellbeing concerns.
Societies cover a broad range of interests, from the political to the purely sociable; there’s a Wine society and a Vegan one, a Gaming and Geeks society and an LGBT+ society (to name a few).
The Union is represents the student body within the University. Recent LSBU graduates are voted in as student sabbatical officers to run its daily management and handle student concerns.
Professional accreditation is a key aspect of the London South Bank University (LSBU) portfolio. Why? Because LSBU know that official endorsements help to accelerate a student’s career progression.
Many employers actively seek graduates holding accredited degrees, plus accreditations are a mark of quality assurance and professional relevance. That's why it's highly relevant that all of LSBU degrees are accredited or developed in partnership with all the leading professional bodies.
Accreditations (by Academic School)
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