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London South Bank University

London, England

  • TEF Silver
  • #901 QS World
  • #61 UK
#901QS World Ranking
#61UK Ranking
SilverTEF Rating
81%Satisfaction
82.1%Employment
£28,500Avg. Salary

About London South Bank University

London South Bank University is a university located in London, Greater London. It is a member of the MillionPlus group of modern universities. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.

The university has approximately 15,760 students, with a diverse international community representing 60 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

London South Bank University currently lists 63 courses on CourseOptions. There are 6 scholarships available for international students.

Graduate outcomes are strong: 86% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £33,900 after five years.

Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 86%.

London is one of the world's great capital cities, offering unmatched career opportunities and cultural richness.

Founded1892
Total Students15,760+
Campus TypeSuburban

What is London South Bank University's Ranking in 2026?

London South Bank University is ranked #901 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #61 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.

Ranking SystemPosition
QS World University Rankings 2026#901
Times Higher Education 2026#601
Guardian University Guide (UK)#78
The Complete University Guide (UK)#61

Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026

What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?

82.1% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

82.1%Employed
2.9%Further Study
9.5%Studying & Working
6.8%Unemployed

Salary Progression

Time After GraduationMedian SalaryUK AverageDifference
15 months£28,500£26,220+9%
3 years£30,700£28,244+9%
5 years£33,900£31,188+9%

Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Satisfied Are Students?

Has an 81% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

81%Overall
Teaching Quality85.1%
Learning Resources86.4%
Academic Support83.5%
Assessment82.4%
Organisation73.4%
Student Voice74.2%

Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Many International Students Study Here?

15.6% of students are international, representing 60+ countries. Total international students: 2,455.

2,455International Students
15.6%of Student Body
60+Countries
CountriesStudentsPercentage
Pakistan64026.1%
India47019.1%
Bangladesh44518.1%
Nepal1204.9%
Nigeria803.3%
Kuwait702.9%
Morocco351.4%
Vietnam351.4%
Iran301.2%
Sri Lanka301.2%

Source: HESA official data.

Courses at London South Bank University

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Quick Facts

TypeUniversity
Founded1892
Total Students15,760+
International Students15.6%

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