University of London
URN: 133904 • London WC1E 7HU
Overview
- Name
- University of London
- URN
- 133904
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wendy Thomson (since 2025) , Vice Chancellor
- Telephone
- 02076368000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Senate House, London WC1E 7HU
Summary
The University of London, located in Camden, London, is a prominent higher education institution that offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. With a focus on flexibility, students can choose to study online, on-campus in London, or at the Institute in Paris. The university is particularly known for its strong emphasis on humanities, law, economics, and social sciences, with academic direction from respected institutions such as the London School of Economics (LSE).
The university operates as a federation of 17 independent member institutions, fostering a collaborative educational environment. This structure allows students to benefit from a wide array of resources and support systems, including access to the extensive Senate House Library, which houses millions of academic materials. Additionally, the university provides various scholarships and bursaries to support students financially.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the University of London experience, with numerous events and initiatives designed to connect students and faculty. The institution encourages a vibrant academic community through events such as the annual Student Welcome and various interdisciplinary exhibitions, promoting a rich cultural and intellectual atmosphere.
The university operates as a federation of 17 independent member institutions, fostering a collaborative educational environment. This structure allows students to benefit from a wide array of resources and support systems, including access to the extensive Senate House Library, which houses millions of academic materials. Additionally, the university provides various scholarships and bursaries to support students financially.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the University of London experience, with numerous events and initiatives designed to connect students and faculty. The institution encourages a vibrant academic community through events such as the annual Student Welcome and various interdisciplinary exhibitions, promoting a rich cultural and intellectual atmosphere.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Board of Trustees (governance)
- Collegiate Council (governance)
- Academic Board (governance)
- Senior Leadership (sen)
- Senate House Library (sen)
- BLOOM @ Senate House (sen)
- Library services (inc. Senate House Library) (sen)
- Welcome Event brings federation students together at Senate House (sen)
- Devil encounters, executions and 19th century folk song: Spineless Wonders launches at Senate House Library (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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