Rankings of London South Bank University

Established in Central London in 1892, London South Bank University (LSBU) offers a learning experience where students receive tuition only from professionals and specialists with extensive working experience in their fields, outside of the academic setting. The campus’ location and LSBU’s strong employment statistics go hand-in-hand, as the majority of learners are able to find work placements or even full-time employment through the Employability Service office on-site. Living in their residence halls provides the most social experience, but living off-campus is also a viable option thanks to the extensive public transport options nearby.

Latest ranking updates for London South Bank University
  • July 2024: Webometrics announced latest results of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities with London South Bank University in position 1159.
  • June 2024: London South Bank University ranks 1304 in the latest US News: Best Global Universities from Us News.
  • June 2024: Publication of Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject (Health Sciences). Ranking position #1950.
  • June 2024: London South Bank University ranks 2329 in the latest Nature Index: Research Leaders Academic Sector from Nature Index.
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University rankings

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

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Subject rankings

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #29 
    • #37 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #48 
    Architecture
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #41 
    • #49 
    Architecture
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #49 
    • #61 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #64 
    • #76 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Business

    • #59 
    • #68 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Computer Science

    • #71 
    • #90 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #88 
    • #110 
    Computer Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Education

    • #65 
    • #81 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #69 
    • #84 
    Education
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #87 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Engineering

    • #20 
    • #27 
    Chemical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #22 
    • #29 
    Chemical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #30 
    Chemical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #49 
    Civil Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #49 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #54 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #49 
    • #801 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #1480 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #12 
    • #14 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #40 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #43 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #21 
    • #25 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Law

    • #43 
    • #56 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #83 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #78 
    • #96 
    Law
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #43 
    • #59 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #1588 
    Chemistry
    Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject
    [Published 15 June, 2024]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #9 
    • #10 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #61 
    Economics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #58 
    • #72 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #75 
    • #95 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #85 
    • #106 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #87 
    • #109 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #56 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #68 
    • #601 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #21 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #49 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #47 
    • #58 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #84 
    • #99 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #52 
    • #65 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #73 
    Sports Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #81 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for London South Bank University

Economics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#10 
Social Studies & Humanities
Mechanical Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#14 
Engineering
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#25 
Journalism & Media Studies
Architecture The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#37 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#56 
Law
Biology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#59 
Natural Sciences
Music The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#61 
Arts Visual & Performing
Sports Science The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#65 
Sports Science
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#68 
Business
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#81 
Education

Student Ratings for London South Bank University

Student satisfaction
All - aggregated:
4.0 (based on 2108 student ratings)
NSS logo NSS ratings:
3.5 (based on 1397 student ratings)
google logo Google ratings:
4.0 (based on 577 student ratings)
facebook logo Facebook ratings:
4.2 (based on 134 student ratings)

“I studied business for two years at LSBU and I found that the staff are disorganised and the toilets are never clean. The best aspect about this university is the location, and all the opportunities this gives the student such as employment prospects and a vibrant nightlife scene”

“A convenient location in the heart of London. The tutors are approachable, but there are some issues with delayed information from the admin team. The campus has a modern and stylish look that I like, and it also provides all the learning resources I needed such as their Building Information Modelling Centre.”

“I spent my time here as a Civil Engineering Undergraduate, which I was allowed to do part-time due to my specific circumstances. As with any university, you get back what you give in effort, but I can say that the quality of tuition on theory and practical skills has been superb.”

About London South Bank University

PROS

  • LSBU is located right in the middle of Central London, making moving around especially easy due to having every option available for public transport.
  • Times Higher Education has ranked LSBU among the top 200 in the world for social impact. Students generally report improved employment prospects after graduating here.
  • There are numerous student accommodation buildings, including Dante Road, David Bomberg House, McLaren House, New Kent Road, and Croydon and Havering. Each building has its own price point, and students can also receive assistance with renting privately.

CONS

  • Some international students complain about the poor management and organisation during the enrolment process, as there are many steps, and the instructions are unclear according to these students.
  • The campus could be better -maintained, as students complain about dirty bathrooms frequently. They suggest that the cleaning staff have to be given more working hours.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1992
Telephone:
+44 20 7815 7815
Address:
103 Borough Road
SE1 0AA, London
England UK
Website:
https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of London South Bank University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
70 /100
1397 total respondents
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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 96 students of London South Bank University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for London South Bank University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 68.8

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Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

Student composition of London South Bank University

Students by level of study Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
undergraduates:
11990
postgraduates:
2735
Total:
14725
Students by subject Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
Nursing and Midwifery:
4165
Business and Management:
2860
Architecture, Building and Planning:
1525
Civil Engineering:
880
Law:
670
Creative Arts and Design:
605
Psychology:
600
Mechanical Engineering:
500
Computing:
495
Sociology:
400
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
385
Biosciences:
350
Education and Teaching:
335
Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering:
230
Performing Arts:
190
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
150
Agriculture, Food and Related Studies:
100
Social Policy:
95
Dentistry:
30
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
India:
580
Kuwait:
205
Bangladesh:
170
Pakistan:
155
Philippines:
100
Nigeria:
85
Uzbekistan:
70
Albania:
65
Nepal:
40
Vietnam:
35
United States:
30
Morocco:
20
China:
20
Egypt:
20
Ukraine:
20
Russia:
15
Turkey:
15
Canada:
15
Sri Lanka:
10
Brazil:
10
Switzerland:
10
Malaysia:
10
Iran:
10
Kazakhstan:
10
Indonesia:
10
Georgia:
10
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
10
Brunei:
10
Jordan:
10
Lebanon:
10
Ghana:
10
Saudi Arabia:
10
United Arab Emirates:
10
Iraq:
5
Mexico:
5
Bahrain:
5
Oman:
5
Qatar:
5
Australia:
5
Peru:
5
Sierra Leone:
5
Azerbaijan:
5
Belarus:
5
Montenegro:
5
Norway:
5
Serbia:
5
Algeria:
5
Cameroon:
5
Mauritius:
5
Turkmenistan:
5
South Africa:
5
Sudan:
5
Uganda:
5
Afghanistan:
5
Korea (South):
5
Kyrgyzstan:
5
Taiwan:
5
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023

Campuses of London South Bank University

LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
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Croydon Campus
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LSBU at Havering and Whipps Cross
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