London South Bank University : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About London South Bank University

London South Bank University (LSBU) is a cosmopolitan university with over 15,000, from over 130 countries with a global alumni network of over 80,000. The University is located on a single campus in central London; in historic, vibrant and unique Elephant and Castle.

The University’s 7 Academic Schools have strong links with business and employers in the private and public sectors, which feed into courses and help students to form useful career connections. Work placements feature on many courses.

London’s University of Opportunity

Where you come from does not define your destiny! Life is full of hurdles and interruptions. The secret to finding your place in the world is in possessing an enterprising attitude.

After all, enterprise is about more than just entrepreneurship and start-ups: it’s a way of being and a way of doing.

London South Bank University (LSBU) alumni exemplify this attitude every day; striving, achieving and improving the opportunities that are open to others.

“From living in a hostel to carrying the Olympic torch, alumnus Tunji Akintokun’s story is one of overcoming adversity. Now he’s focusing on helping young people to do the same.”

“Tech evangelist, social entrepreneur, thought leader, writer, speaker and mum – alumna Dr Sue Black has worked tirelessly to get more women coding, inspired by her own life-changing experiences.”

University of the Year for Graduate Employment

Whatever your professional goals, the University will support and develop you. And that’s why LSBU is named the University of the Year for Graduate Employment and prospects by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. The University’s focus on personalised learning and employability skills also earned a silver rating for Teaching Excellence.

LSBU has the highest possible rating for the quality of our education, from the independent Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). Courses are accredited or developed in association with leading professional bodies. Search courses.

About London South Bank University

London South Bank University (LSBU) is a cosmopolitan university with over 15,000, from over 130 countries with a global alumni network of over 80,000. The University is located on a single campus in central London; in historic, vibrant and unique Elephant and Castle.

The University’s 7 Academic Schools have strong links with business and employers in the private and public sectors, which feed into courses and help students to form useful career connections. Work placements feature on many courses.

London’s University of Opportunity

Where you come from does not define your destiny! Life is full of hurdles and interruptions. The secret to finding your place in the world is in possessing an enterprising attitude.

After all, enterprise is about more than just entrepreneurship and start-ups: it’s a way of being and a way of doing.

London South Bank University (LSBU) alumni exemplify this attitude every day; striving, achieving and improving the opportunities that are open to others.

“From living in a hostel to carrying the Olympic torch, alumnus Tunji Akintokun’s story is one of overcoming adversity. Now he’s focusing on helping young people to do the same.”

“Tech evangelist, social entrepreneur, thought leader, writer, speaker and mum – alumna Dr Sue Black has worked tirelessly to get more women coding, inspired by her own life-changing experiences.”

University of the Year for Graduate Employment

Whatever your professional goals, the University will support and develop you. And that’s why LSBU is named the University of the Year for Graduate Employment and prospects by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. The University’s focus on personalised learning and employability skills also earned a silver rating for Teaching Excellence.

LSBU has the highest possible rating for the quality of our education, from the independent Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). Courses are accredited or developed in association with leading professional bodies. Search courses.

Available programs

“LSBU empowers our students to be game changers – to develop, not just the knowledge, but the skills and attitude needed for success in work and in life."

Read more from Professor David Phoenix (the University’s Vice-Chancellor), as he talks about how LSBU develops the talents and resilience of its students – and why LSBU has been named University of the Year for Graduate Employment.

Accredited, applied, professional

Teaching at LSBU is in line with the latest industry changes and trends, taught by staff involved in their professions who act as consultants for external enterprises. As a leading provider of fully accredited professional courses and excellent industry links, a qualification from LSBU is recognised across the world.

LSBU was awarded silver for teaching excellence in the UK Government’s 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework. The University was praised for its focus on personalised learning and employability skills.

Courses

LSBU has the highest possible rating for the quality of our education, from the independent Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). Courses are accredited or developed in association with leading professional bodies.

Subjects include:

1.Accounting and Finance

2.Business Management

3.Computer Science

4.Engineering

5.Health

6.Law

7.Tourism and Hospitality Management

Financial support to deserving students

LSBU offers a wide range of scholarships and discounts for international students including Nationality Scholarships, fee-discounts for LSBU alumni, plus a 5% discount for early payment of Tuition Fees. The University has committed over £1m in financial support to help well-qualified students from outside the EU meet their study costs. Read more about international scholarships.

Arts and Humanities (5)

BA (Hons) Animation

BA (Hons) Architecture

BA (Hons) Drama and Performance

BA (Hons) History

BA (Hons) History with Politics

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Business and Management (5)

BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance

BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (Placement)

BA (Hons) Business Management

Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

MSc Addiction Psychology and Counselling

MSc Advancing Practice in Occupational Therapy (Top-up)

MSc Children's Nursing

MSc Diagnostic Imaging

MSc Masters in Nursing (International)

MSc Mental Health Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Natural Sciences (6)

MSc Environmental and Architectural Acoustics

Social Sciences and Management (6)

LLM Crime and Litigation

LLM International Commercial Law

LLM International Human Rights and Development

LLM Law Conversion Course: incorporating the CPE

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Others (1)

MBA Master of Business Administration (International Management)

General

GPA

2+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

90+

Bachelor

SAT

1150+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

80+

Total students

14,683

UG students

82%

PG students

18%

International students

5,548

UG students

76%

PG students

24%

Total faculty staff

881

Domestic staff

69%

Int'l staff

31%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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Rankings & ratings

RANKINGS
QS STARS RATINGS

London South Bank University is one of the top public universities in London, United Kingdom. It is ranked #851-900 in QS World University Rankings 2024.

QS World University Rankings

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2018
#801-1000
2019
#751-800
2020
#701-750
2021
#751-800
2022
#801-1000
2023
#801-1000
2024
#851-900

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QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.