Sri Lanka applicants

We warmly welcome students from Sri Lanka to London Metropolitan University!

Whether you're interested in School of Computing and Digital Media, School of Human Sciences, School of Business, Environment and Law, School of Social Sciences and Professions, School of Art, Architecture and Design, you'll find a course that's right for you in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic capital cities. 

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Why London Met?

Applying from Sri Lanka

Hear from our students

Find your programme

Life at London Met

Need more information?

Get in touch with your Regional Team:

Sutripti Sengupta, based in Delhi. Book a 1-2-1

Elsa Manjula, based in Bengaluru. Book a 1-2-1

Email: SouthAsia@londonmet.ac.uk

Why London Met?

Accelerated

Pursue your ambitions sooner. UK undergraduate degrees typically take three years, while most postgraduate degrees are completed in just one year.

Affordable

Eligible Sri Lankan students can access guaranteed scholarships worth up to £5,000 per year, with additional scholarships and funding also available.

Career focused

Benefit from career support through our Careers Team and partners, including CV advice, interview preparation, professional training, and placement opportunities.

Applying from Sri Lanka

Please note: This information is provided as a guide only. Some courses may have specialised entry requirements that are listed on the relevant course page. Please check for any additional subject/course specific requirements before submitting your application.

Academic entry requirements

Type of course

Qualification/grade

Undergraduate 

Sri Lankan A Levels: minimum 3 Credits (55%)

UK A Levels - please see individual course pages for entry requirements

Four-year degree including a foundation year Students who fall slightly below the standard requirements for an undergraduate course may be considered for an available or appropriate foundation year degree programme.
Postgraduate A completed Special / Hons / Professional Degree (normally four years long) or International degree (normally 3 years) from a recognised institution. Minimum Grade B, or 55%, or 3.0 CGPA, or a 2:2 classification or above

Mathematics and English requirements

Subject

Qualification/grade

English

We accept the following country-specific qualification(s):

  • Standard SELT required unless they have studied a London Met bachelors degree at a partner campus in Nepal or Sri Lanka in which case we can exempt.

We also accept all of these general English language requirements.

Mathematics (if applicable to your course)

GCE O-level Mathematics. Minimum C grade, or 50% pass or above

Undergraduate applications

  • Apply through UCAS (the UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service UK) 
  • Apply directly to London Met via the Applicant Portal by selecting 'Apply now' on your chosen course page. 

Postgraduate applications

  • Apply directly to London Met via the Applicant Portal by selecting 'Apply now' on your chosen course page. 

 

Application dates and deadlines

Step-by-step application guide 

 

Most international students will need a Student visa to study in the UK. Visit our  Student visa page for guidance on the application process.

2026–27 academic year

Undergraduate tuition fees start from £19,500 per year.

Postgraduate tuition fees start from £20,000 per year.

For the most up-to-date fee information, please refer to your chosen course page

Our South Asia Bright Futures Scholarship will automatically be applied to eligible Sri Lankan students with overseas fee status starting a degree with us in January 2027 or May 2027. This scholarship includes a tuition fee reduction, of £5,000, for the duration of your studies and is applicable to both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. 

Early payment 

Alumni discount

Undergraduate South Asia Bright Future scholarships 

Postgraduate South Asia Bright Future scholarships

London Met collaborates with a trusted network of agents across Sri Lanka who can support you throughout the application process, from choosing the right course to submitting your application.

For a full list of our in-country representatives, visit our local representatives page.

 

Meet the London Met International team at education fairs and recruitment events across the Sri Lanka and overseas throughout the year. Visit our Events page to find out where we'll be next.

Read inspiring stories from London Met students

Explore their stories

Our students stories

“London is one of the cities that I have always dreamt of visiting. It is one of the most beautiful and popular cities in the world and a city that is full of entertainment and life. London also has some of the best universities in the world that have produced many brilliant mastermind alumni. With such a large cultural diversity and city that is like the epicenter of the world, who wouldn’t love to study and live in London!" - Mark Shenall Schubert, Sri Lanka, Computing BSc

Ready to take the next step

Whether you're ready to apply or have a question about studying at London Met, we're here to help.

Find your course and apply 

Email: SouthAsia@londonmet.ac.uk

 

 

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