City University of London

City University is a research university that has been deemed public and is a part of the federal University of London located in Northampton Square in London. The University is also a leading international university determined to improve the academic value, focusing on business and professions. It aims to change the lives of students by offering new knowledge, assisting them in their purposes, and bestow a good contribution to society globally.

The oldest member of City University was ‘The Inns of Court School of Law’ established in 1852. Over the years, the school incorporated many other schools, colleges, and research institutes that made up the University. In the 20th century, different degrees for engineering, aeronautics, mathematical sciences, and information science were introduced. Later in the 21st century, the merging of the schools of nursing, business, and law also took place and the university that was still known as the University of London was renamed the City University of London.

People and Planet University League 2019 ranked City University as the greenest University in London. It is a popular choice for international students, with over 7000 international students enrolled in the University.

• The University is well-known for its leading international status, prioritizing in business, finance, economics, engineering, and professions.
• City University ranks in the top 15 universities in the UK.
• The University has close links with prominent partners around London. This can lead to many opportunities for an internship, work placement, or even employment.
• It provisions of the availability of specialist facilities on the campus will hugely benefit students pursuing arts and social sciences, health sciences, mathematics, or computer science and engineering.
• The courses offered here were developed alongside professional bodies and organizations where they intended to equip their students with the right skills for their post-study work opportunities. 

The University invests in the employability of its students with its excellent award-winning professional counseling program. The program gives students an exquisite one-on-one session of more than six months during any study program. Students also get a chance to experience actual fieldwork with over 130 global businesses. These options are presented to students through their micro-placements, which are internship programs of one month. Modules for employability to equip students with practical skills for jobs are also offered in the University. The central focus of this is to produce highly employable graduates. City University ranks among the top 15 in the UK for graduate prospects. The Careers Service of the University is there to help students evaluate their life and career goals and plan the steps they need to take to achieve their career aims. 

The notable alumni of the City University of London are:

• Tiff Needell, a British racer and television presenter of ‘Lovecars’ and recently served as the co-presenter of ‘Top Gear’ and ‘Fifth Gear’.
• Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist who led the campaign for India’s independence from British rule. He led several historical events that had inspired many civil rights movements around the globe.
• Muhtar Kent, a Turkish-American business executive who was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Coca-Cola, later became the CEO in 2008. He was awarded an honorary degree by the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2014.
• Liu Mingkang, a Chinese politician, public servant, and economist who graduated from the University of London. He served as the chairman of the China Banking Regulatory Commission till the age of 65 years. He has also served in Research Institutes, Economic Affairs, Banking Regulatory Commissions, Bank of China, and more provinces in China. 

Student Services:

City University has an online recruitment team called ‘Unitemps’ that regulates any openings for part-time jobs and internships. Graduates can also seek information and advice from ‘Unitemps’ for their career or their next move after completion of their studies. There are about 1,200 City students who work through ‘Unitemps’ every academic year and have earned more than £943,423 in total. 

Accommodation:

Student accommodation at City University comes with a wide choice of options to choose from. The University provides low-cost renting rooms that are not found in most universities. Students can choose to live in the halls of residence where they are exposed to a diverse environment, with students coming from different cultures and backgrounds. Alternatively, they can choose private accommodation where they can get more privacy and flexibility.

Sports Facilities:

Being a part of a sports team or a club will help students socialize with other students from different fields of study and different countries, and help to build their connections and communication skills. The sport and library facilities and the specialist facilities at the School of Arts and Social Sciences, School of Health Sciences, and School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, within the university enable students to make the best out of their time in the university.

Societies and Clubs:

Many societies and clubs are available on campus for students to be a part of. These clubs and societies help students express their talent, learn new skills, and meet new people. Some of the societies include Anime Society, Bengali Society, Book Exchange Society, Computer and Games Society, Drama Society among others.