Feature: Why is London the Best Place to Study?

London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world and with around 135,000 students currently living in the city, it’s a fantastic place to study for a degree. St Mary’s University College, Twickenham lists some of the reasons why the Capital offers a unique student experience and is the best place to study. 1. Bringing people together. London is considered by many to have the power to connect people, the diverse range of cultures and businesses means that students have the opportunity to gain a global perspective on society and industry. 2. Job opportunities. With London often referred to as the business epicentre of the world, career opportunities are limitless. Internships and graduate schemes provide an excellent platform to start networking and getting your foot on the career ladder. The St Mary’s Careers Service can put you on the right path to connect with employers whilst studying and after you graduate. 3. Getting around. The Capital’s transport network is first rate. With St Mary’s located just 30 minutes away from central London and the general convenience of travelling around the city, exploring is a whole lot easier. Night buses are also in abundance to make that late night trip home less expensive! 4. University accommodation isn’t as expensive as you think. St Mary’s halls of residence are ranked the 5^th least expensive in the country by the Sunday Times Good University Guide (2012). 5. European and international links. With Heathrow Airport and the Eurostar close by, the world is your oyster! Whether taking a weekend trip or enrolling on St Mary’s Study Abroad programme, you can easily embark on your own adventure. 6. Vibrant social life. There’s an abundance of things to do in London, whether it’s museums or art galleries, restaurants and markets or pubs and clubs, the city caters for almost every type of interest. You’ll be surprised how little time there is to do everything! To find out more about the undergraduate courses on offer at St Mary’s check out the University College website.