Year 12 and 13

Why London Met’s approach to teaching in higher education is different

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London Met is a hands-on university whose students have so much to offer employers when they graduate.

Are UCAS applications challenging for non-UK students?

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Applying for a degree in the UK can be an intimidating process for EU and international students, especially when you’re not familiar with the application process. But don’t worry, we’re here to support you through this crucial journey.

How much is a degree really worth?

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As you prepare to apply to university you may ask yourself how you’re going to afford it all. Funding arrangements can be a daunting element of university applications, but can the long term financial gain outweigh the costs?

How to get a last-minute university place through Clearing

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Taking place between July and September, Clearing is a way to find a full-time place at university starting this September.

How to get the most out of a university open day

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Why should you go to an open day when there is so much information online? Is it worth spending days wandering around various, not dissimilar, university campuses when you know what you want to study already?

How to get the very best out of your education

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London Met's employment score among full-time UK undergraduates is higher than 94 other institutions and second in London.

How to write a good PGCE personal statement

Guidance on writing a personal statement for your PGCE application.

I'm in Year 12, is it already too late to start thinking about university?

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Sometimes it might seem that everyone is talking about university. What’s worse, sometimes it seems like they’ve been thinking about it and forming their game plan since primary school.

Let’s get personal – time to write your UCAS personal statement

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"Research your choice of course. Forget the clichés and think about your particular love for the subject you have chosen. Above all, be honest and enthusiastic throughout your personal statement – examples really do show you are dedicated to learning within your area of interest."

London Met offers you the chance to do something you love

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96.7% of all our graduates are in work or further study six months after leaving London Met.

My teacher was telling me to complete my UCAS application, but I didn't – what happens now?

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With everything going on in your life, and even if you’ve had a teacher telling you to do it, you’ve missed out on submitting your UCAS application by the 15 January deadline. Don't panic, there are many options still available for you to help secure your place at university.

What is a personal development plan?

How to create and follow your very own personal development plan, to help you on your way to the future you want.

Everything you need to know about personal statements

Stuck with your personal statement? Find out how to enjoy the writing process, so you can demonstrate enthusiasm and interest in your chosen subject as you apply for university.

Should I be worried about living at home while I study at university?

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The traditional vision of undergraduates starting uni life is of a car that, after many shopping trips, is packed with a new microwave, bedding and food ready to be installed in new accommodation. But what if you didn’t have to leave home?

Studying an honours degree at London Metropolitan University

At London Met, all of our undergraduate courses are awarded as honours degrees. But what does (Hons) at the end of your degree title mean?

Top tips for your UCAS application from our Head of Admissions

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Jeanette Eriksson, Head of Admissions at London Met, has seen a lot of personal statements over the years. Here, she gives her top five tips to help you write that killer final draft.

I haven’t heard back from any of my choices, is it too late to apply to university?

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During the UCAS Extra stage, you’ll be able to apply for one more course at a time up until early July, meaning you won’t miss out on your place at university.

What does a gap year mean for my UCAS application?

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Gap years can mean finding work, internships, travelling and other adventures around the world. However, if you’re taking time out it can be unclear how (and when!) you should go apply applying to uni, or what to do if you have already been accepted on a course.

What does being a mature student mean for my university application?

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If you are older than 21 years old you might think that it’s too late to go back to university, but the reality is very different.

What is an accelerated degree, and is it for me?

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Complete your undergraduate degree in the shortest time possible.

What we do best: how we support our students

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We appreciate students have complicated lives. Supporting them to excel in their studies is something London Met takes pride in.

Will the course I am studying help me get a good job once I graduate?

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Why London Met courses have so much to offer employers