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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
- Programs indexed
- 212
Official website
www.lsbu.ac.ukUKQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
London South Bank University (LSBU)
London South Bank University (LSBU) is a public university located in the Borough of Southwark, London, United Kingdom. It was established in 1992 and is known for its focus on creative arts, media, and social sciences. LSBU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, attracting students from diverse backgrounds. The university is committed to providing a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on research and innovation.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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Live portal snapshot
QS World #150 · 2025US News #180 · 2025Times Higher Education #200 · 2025NIRF #5 · 2024Outlook #10 · 2024Shanghai #151 · 2023
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Tuition (International): $15,280
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,500
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
7/10
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
GeneralUndergraduatePostgraduate
Top Recruiters
PwCEYKPMGAccentureBarclays
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
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
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- 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
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.0
💡Typical apply window for United Kingdom: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs
