Student Accommodation near London Metropolitan University

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London Metropolitan University, also known as London Met, is a public comprehensive university in London, UK. It is one of the oldest educational institutions in London with roots dating back to 1848. The university officially gained university status in 2002 following the merger of the University of North London and London Guildhall University. London Met has three main campuses in London: Holloway Campus (Main Campus, Aldgate Campus, Shoreditch Campus.

On the education, London Metropolitan University offers a wide range of strong programmes, particularly in Social Sciences, Art, Architecture, and Design. London Met has an acceptance rate of around 84%, making it a relatively accessible university with a diverse and inclusive student body. It is home to approximately 13,700–14,000 students from over 140 countries. High graduate outcomes remain one of its strengths, with historic figures showing 96.7% of graduates in employment or further study (based on older DLHE data). Newer Graduate Outcomes data continues to reflect strong employability, supported by the university's focus on practical, career-oriented education.

1. Chapter Highbury II
2. Unite Students Stapleton House
3. AXO Islington
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5. Chapter Highbury
6. iQ Highbury
7. iQ Shoreditch
8. urbanest Hoxton
9. Walmsley Studios
10. The Robinson

London Metropolitan University enjoys prime locations in Central and East London. Therefore, finding a student-friendly and budget-friendly area to live near London Met accommodation can simple in the nearby areas, including Islington, Hoxton, and Camden Town.

1. Islington

Renting a London Metropolitan University accommodation in Islington costs you about £231-£419 per week. This area is a 17-minute bus ride from the campus. Some of the most booked London Met accommodation properties in Islington include The Lyra and Chapter Kings Cross.

2. Hoxton

In Hoxton, the average rent of London Metropolitan University accommodation is around £245-£450 per week. It's a 20-minute bus ride from the university. We highly recommend the following London Metropolitan University accommodation properties in Hoxton: East Central House and iQ Will Wyatt Court.

3. Camden Town

In Camden Town, you can rent accommodation near London Metropolitan University at about £294-£430/week. From the area, a 22-minute bus ride can take you to the university. Some of the most popular London Metropolitan University student accommodation options in Camden Town include Student Living Heights and Camden Hawley Crescent.

1. Accommodation near London Metropolitan University generally costs between £850 and £1800+ per month, depending on the room type and location.
2. Food costs for London Met students are about £130-£260 per month if cooking at home, but can go up to £600 per month if dining out.
3. Utility bills are typically £40-£100 per month if not included. Choose all-inclusive accommodation near London Metropolitan University at uhomes.com with all bills covered in your rent.
4. Transport in London costs £60-£150 per month, get the 18+ Student Oyster photocard for 30% discount on season tickets. 
5. Laundry typically costs £15-£40 per month.
6. Entertainment and socialising for students in London usually about £80-£250 per month.

Thanks to the well-connected transport network in London, commuting to London Metropolitan University or navigating the whole city is quite straightforward. There are multiple transport options for you to choose from, like tubes, Overground, buses, cycling, and walking. You can choose the most convenient mode of transportation to commute to the school from your London Metropolitan University accommodation.

1. Tube (London Underground) 

Commuting by tube is always seen as the most convenient way of transport from London Metropolitan University or your accommodation.

• Holloway Campus: The closest underground station of the main campus is Holloway Road (Piccadilly line), with only 1-minute walk from the Holloway campus buildings. Highbury & Islington station is also nearby for Victoria line and Overground.
• Aldgate / Shoreditch Campus: Aldgate (Circle & Metropolitan lines) and Aldgate East (District & Hammersmith & City lines) serve the Aldgate campus. Shoreditch High Street Overground is convenient for the Shoreditch site.

2. Bus

London has abundant bus routes with frequent services throughout the whole city. The bus is a cheap option for students to travel in London, the single fare is £1.75 and the daily cap is £5.25. You can buy an "18+ Oyster Card" and enjoy the student discounts.

3. Cycling

For students living closer to the university, cycling is a heathy and cheap choice. Most London Met University accommodation and all campuses provide bike storage for your convenience. Santander Cycles (the public bike-share scheme) is also widely available across London.

4. Walking

Students living in the accommodation within walking distance of the campus always choose to walk to school. Walking is a great way to save money and explore the city.

1. On-campus student life: London Metropolitan University offers many high-quality facilities to students, such as a top-tiered science centre, a pioneering business incubator, and "The Rocket" student venue. You can also experience the unparalleled social life with "Freshers"—a social event held every 2 weeks.

2. Off-campus student life: The university is close to the city centre, which makes it convenient for students to explore London. There are many interesting things to do in London for London Met students, such as visiting the well-known Thames Riverside, having a drink at Brewmaster, and dancing to the latest disco rhythms at The Roxy. Your student accommodation near London Metropolitan University will also be surrounded by convenient amenities, social hotspots, and public transport stations.

The 2 campuses of London Met are both located in bustling areas which involve plenty of top attractions. Here are some popular places that are easily accessible from your accommodation near London Metropolitan University.

1. Leicester Square
2. Camden Market
3. Emirates Stadium
4. Highbury Fields
5. London Zoo
6. The British Library
7. St Paul's Cathedral
8. Tate Modern
9. Buckingham Place
10. Barbican Centre

London Metropolitan University offers many undergraduate and postgraduate programs with work-based teaching, the popular courses across the fields include:

1. Architecture
2. Interior Design and Decoration
3. Fashion and Textiles
4. Criminology
5. Computer Science
6. Biomedical Science