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South Bank University

ยท Public University

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Public University
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South Bank University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    South Bank University is a public university in the United Kingdom, based in London. It suits students who want to study at a UK university in the capital and are comfortable confirming programme options directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is based in London and is described as a public university. No subject areas or degree programmes are published in the information available here, so the programme catalogue needs to be checked on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions channels and check the entry requirements for the specific course they want. The university website should be used to confirm document requirements, English language requirements, deadlines, and whether any course-specific steps apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in London should also be budgeted for separately, as accommodation, transport, and daily expenses can be higher than in other parts of the United Kingdom.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. A student moving from abroad should also check visa requirements, entry documents, course start dates, and whether the chosen programme has any extra academic or language conditions.

  6. How it compares

    There are 193 universities in the United Kingdom, so this is one option in a crowded national market rather than a rare specialist choice. Its main distinguishing points are that it is public, located in London, and positioned in Southwark near the South Bank of the River Thames.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about South Bank University

Is South Bank University public or private?

It is a public university.

Where is South Bank University located?

It is in London, in the London Borough of Southwark, near the South Bank of the River Thames.

When was South Bank University founded?

It was founded in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic Institute.

Does South Bank University publish tuition fees here?

No tuition fee is published here; confirm the current cost with the admissions office.

Overview

London South Bank University (LSBU) is a public university in Elephant and Castle, London. It is based in the London Borough of Southwark, near the South Bank of the River Thames, from which it takes its name. Founded in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic Institute, it achieved university status in 1992 under the Further and Higher Education Act 1992.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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