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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.libf.ac.ukUKQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Top 25 in Country
London Institute of Banking & Finance
The London Institute of Banking & Finance is a professional higher education institution in the United Kingdom that specializes in banking and finance education. Founded in 1879 as the Institute of Bankers, it has evolved to become a leading provider of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in banking, finance, and related disciplines. The institute focuses on practical, industry-relevant education and maintains strong connections with the financial services sector.
Last full enrichment: 17 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
Times Higher Education #15 · 2026Times Higher Education #15 · 2025Times Higher Education #36 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
10/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
86% placement rate
Popular fields
marketingfinancedata-sciencecomputer-sciencebusinessai-mlpsychology
Top Recruiters
PwCEYKPMGAccentureBarclays
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: London, United Kingdom
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United Kingdom: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs