Study abroad at Goldsmiths, University of London

Founded in 1904, Goldsmiths, University of London is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Goldsmiths, University of London is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Goldsmiths, University of London offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 116 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Goldsmiths, University of London also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

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Why study at Goldsmiths, University of London?

The library of the university holds thousands of books, journals, and research papers. The university also allows access to the electronic resources at the library. The campus features a huge lecture theatre, cafe, seminar halls, and digital teaching rooms. Students are provided with a peaceful learning environment at the campus. Further, the campus houses the Department of Media & Communications and the Institute for Creative & Cultural Entrepreneurship. Also, the campus has a seven-story building that features a studio, the center for computation & culture, and the Department of Art. The campus also provides student's accommodation facilities.

Life as an international student

The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs. The academic curriculum of the university includes the Department of Design, Department of Media & Communications, the Department of Sociology, the Department of Art & Humanities, Department of Anthropology, and the Department of Music. The departments have various courses that give students a wide scope to choose among the subjects according to their area of interest. The university is in partnership with about 1,500 schools and colleges. This allows students to go for the student's exchange program and learn about a different curriculum. Students also get the chance to work as interns under professionals.

Student life & facilities

  • facilities
    • Library
    • IT services
    • Support
    • Theatre facilities
  • Sports
    • Tennis
    • Netball courts
    • Football
  • Eating and drinking
    • Thirty Five cafe
    • Roosters chicken shop,
    • Refectory canteen
    • Peake Street cafe
    • Students' Union Bar
    • Library Cafe
    • Students' Union Cafe
  • Art and design
    • Studio spaces
  • Media
    • Students filming in the TV studio
    • The dark room
    • Students filming
    • Animation studios
    • Stop motion student project
    • Gallery, TV studio

Fees and funding

Students are liable for the payment of all fees associated with a programme of study for which they are enrolled. Goldsmiths will annually publish a schedule of tuition fees for each programme of study. Students are responsible for meeting any associated costs of their programme of study, which may include materials or field trips. Students are responsible for meeting any associated costs for services as a Goldsmiths student, which may include accommodation, printing, or re-sits. Students experiencing financial hardship may apply to the College for financial aid or support.
Graduate tuition over 20,000 US$ per year. Postgraduate tuition over 20,000 US$ per year.