6 Great London Colleges Offering University Pathway Programs for the UK

Fri 08 Apr 2016

There is no other city on earth quite like London. Not only is it a bustling metropolis, with a population of over 8.5 million people , it’s also a historical and cultural centre, and the home of countless world famous attractions, such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and the West End Theatre district.

For many international students, studying in London is a lifelong dream, but it can be quite difficult to achieve. Prestigious London universities can have strict admissions criteria, and expect high standards from their students. Fortunately, university pathway programs can provide a solution. From our centre at Birkbeck, ONCAMPUS students spend a year learning the English language, and academic skills to fully prepare them for progression into one of our six University of London partner colleges.

Read on to find out more about the campuses you could call home once you’ve completed your pathway program.  

1. Why Birkbeck is the Perfect Place for Pathways in the UK

Birkbeck is located right in the centre of London, just minutes from the British museum.  ONCAMPUS students will spend their first year here, as they complete one of the top pathways in the UK. However, many students continue to call the campus home afterwards, progressing into one of the college’s internationally recognised degree programs in areas such as law, science, and business. 

2. Choose From Over 50 University Programs for the UK at Goldsmiths

Students can also choose from 50 degree programs that offer progression to ONCAMPUS graduates at Goldsmiths. Noted for its helpful staff, Goldsmiths is a vibrant, modern campus in the heart of New Cross, one of London’s leading creative centres. Graduates have gone on to exciting positions in organisations such as Sony, Google, and the BBC.

3. Enrol in the Most Prestigious University Programs in the UK at Queen Mary

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, Queen Mary was ranked 11^th in the UK for research in 2008. With over 20,000 students, it’s one of the largest and most respected University of London colleges, with graduates ranked in the top 10 for the highest starting salaries by The Sunday Times. 

Queen Mary is a leader in scientific research

4. Royal Holloway: Study in the UK in a Truly International Environment

For international students looking to find university programs for the UK, Royal Holloway is an excellent place to start. With students from over 130 countries, you’ll find plenty of people in the same situation as you, and Royal Holloway is seen as one of the best universities for recognising the cultural diversity of its student population. The campus is also rated as one of the safest in the London area.

5. Royal Veterinary College: Study Life Sciences in the UK

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is one of the world’s best veterinary and life science teaching and research centres. By providing quality education, world-class research, and support to veterinary professions through its referral hospitals, RVC has earned its ranking among the world’s top 10 veterinary universities.

Based on two campuses in Camden and Hertfordshire, the college offers a friendly, supportive environment for students looking to pursue veterinary careers or become biological scientists by means of an undergraduate, postgraduate, and/or CPD program.

Additionally, the college owns and manages the London BioScience Innovation Centre—a centre which provides laboratory and office facilities to growing biotechnology companies in the UK.

6. The Courtauld Institute of Art: Top Cultural University Programs for the UK

For students who find themselves enamoured by London’s many museums and galleries, the Courtauld Institute could be the perfect destination. Located in the spectacular Somerset House on the banks of the Thames, The Courtauld is one of the world’s leading art history colleges. The campus is also home to the Courtauld Gallery, one of London’s best small art museums.

The Courtauld Institute is located in the historic Somerset House

Do you want to attend university in London?

Visit ONCAMPUS Global to find out more about how to study in the UK!