Need more advice?

This section will give you more advice about:

• Why go to university
• How to apply
• Fees and funding
• Finding somewhere to live

Why go to university?

By gaining a degree you get the opportunity to:

• be more employable and have a wider range of career opportunities
• be more likely to earn a much higher salary than those without a university level qualification
• be taught by experts and study subjects you enjoy
• gain a wide range of transferable skills to help you in the workplace such as critical and creative thinking, problem solving and presentation skills
• build your confidence, gain independence and develop as a person

Find out why London Met is one of the most popular London universities.

What level of study should I be doing?

If you are in college or sixth form and you want to go to university, the first degree that students usually apply for is an undergraduate course. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sciences (BSc) or Education (BEd), depending on your subject.

To get accepted into an undergraduate degree course you must have certain grades or UCAS points. These are known as entry requirements.

If you cannot meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate degree, you can enrol on a foundation course or access course. Successfully completing one of these courses will allow you to enrol in the first year of a full degree course.

A postgraduate course is for students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or have enough experience in the relevant field. We offer a range of MA, MSc, MPhil and PhD programmes.

Choosing your course

Choosing the right course can be a tough decision.

Think about the career you want and the graduate opportunities in that industry. What subjects do you enjoy and what are you good at? Make a shortlist of courses you might like to study. Get all the information about them, including module content and work placement opportunities.

Sometimes it helps to speak to someone about your choices so why not book on to one of our open days.

How to apply

How you apply will depend on which course you wish to study.

All applications for undergraduate courses starting in September are made online through UCAS. The deadline for UCAS applications is usually in January.

For more information about studying part-time, starting a course in January or for advice on applying, please contact our admissions team.

Entry requirements & qualifications

There are general entry requirements you need to meet to be offered a place at London Met.

Some courses also have specific entrance requirements, where you need to have studied certain subjects. For example, to study architecture you need to have a qualification in art and design or another creative subject. See the specific course pages for details.

Once you get your exam results, you will need to get the grades or enough UCAS points to be offered a place.

Writing a personal statement

You need to write a personal statement as part of your application. This is your chance to persuade the university why you want to study your chosen subject. You should include:

• personal qualities and experience
• any relevant work experience and how it will be useful to your course
• career aspirations and where you hope your course will take you
• what interests you about the course and why
• examples of projects you have worked on and their relevance to the course
• things you have read about the subject
• if you are taking a gap year and how you will benefit from it

Course leaders will see a lot of applications, so you have to make your statement stand out from the rest.

What is clearing?

If your application for a place starting in September is unsuccessful, or you don’t get the grades you need, you can enter into the UCAS clearing scheme.

UCAS publishes a list of courses which still have places open. Students who still need a place at university can then read through the list and approach these university to try and secure a place.

Need more advice on fees & funding?

Tuition fees are the financial cost of a degree.

The standard fee for a bachelors or foundation degree starting in September 2011 is £3,375.

Postgraduate fees vary from course to course, costing between £1,890 and £8,000.

International students

The basic undergraduate fee for students from outside the European Union in 2011 is £10,080. London Met offers bursaries and scholarships for international students. Our International Office has more information.

Student loans

Students can get a low interest loan from the Student Loans Company to fund their university studies. You will have to start paying back the loan when you earn over £15,000.

Our student finance team can give you advice and help.

Bursaries and scholarships

Bursaries and scholarships offer extra funding to help you with your fees and living costs, and are available through universities and colleges.

Bursaries are usually based on your family income. Scholarships are usually based on your academic ability.

Our student finance team can give you advice and help.

Need more advice on where to live?

London Met’s student accommodation service deals with applications and enquiries for accommodation. This service will help you find a comfortable, affordable and safe place to live. Accommodation includes private halls of residence and private rental properties.

Think about your budget and the area you want to live in, including the amenities, transport links and cost of travel to and from university.