Why UOL?

A degree from the University of London is a mark of excellence, respected by employers and universities worldwide. This is because the University of London is one of the world’s leading universities, internationally recognised for its high academic standards. This reputation is based on the outstanding teaching and research of its 18 world-class Colleges and 10 specialist institutes.

Since 1858, University of London degrees have been accessible to students all over the world through the University of London International Programmes. Alumni of the University of London International Programmes have gone on to shape our world. These include seven Nobel Prize winners, leaders of Commonwealth countries, government ministers, renowned authors, academics, judges and business leaders. Today, the University of London International Programmes is truly international in character with over 54,000 students in more than 180 countries.

Academic direction for all of the programmes offered through the University of London International Programmes is provided by Colleges of the University. Academics at these Colleges develop the syllabuses, prepare the study materials, and are responsible for the assessment of students. This means that students benefit from the academic rigour and leading-edge research undertaken by the Colleges. It also helps to ensure that University of London qualifications are of the same high academic standard, however they are achieved.

On successful completion of your studies you will be awarded a University of London degree or diploma. The certificate you receive will state that you were registered with the University of London and will include the name of the University of London College or Colleges that conducted the examinations.

Find out more about the University of London International Programmes at: http://www.londoninternational.ac.uk

Lead colleges of the University of London

The Academic Direction of University of London International programmes – including the development of syllabuses and learning resources, as well as the assessment of International Programmes students – is the responsibility of a particular University of London College (or consortium of Colleges), known as the ‘Lead College’.

The Degree

On successful completion of your studies you will be awarded a University of London degree, diploma or international foundation certificate. The certificate you receive will state that you were registered with the University of London and that examinations were conducted by one or more of the lead colleges of the University of London International Programmes.

A degree from the University of London is a mark of excellence, respected by employers and universities worldwide. This is because the University of London is one of the world’s leading universities, internationally recognised for its high academic standards.

Why choose the University of London International Programmes?

• A three-year degree

A University of London International Programme undergraduate degree is a UK educational system qualification, due to which it is a 3 and not a 4-year degree. You will be able to reduce one academic year for your undergraduate degree, and still gain a world-reputed qualification.

• Worldwide access

Whatever your location, you can gain a valued qualification from the University of London by studying with the University of London International Programmes. There are over 54,000 students in every corner of the globe studying on more than 180 different courses.

• International reputation

You can achieve a prestigious qualification which will be valued globally and will open doors to sought-after careers and further study opportunities.
This reputation is based on the track record of the Colleges of the University of London, which have an international standing for their teaching and research.

• Teaching materials

Study guides, past examination papers and a vast amount of learning material is provided by the University of London after you are accepted into the programme. Your teaching and study materials draw on the expertise and cutting edge research of the Lead Colleges of the University of London International Programmes.
Each University of London International student has access to The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) containing interactive resources, discussion forums, news alerts and a study skills area; a student handbook containing practical information and advice, a University of London email account, among other resources.

• Opportunities

Former students of the University of London International Programmes have won Nobel prizes, governed countries and written great works of literature. They also work in the legal professions, in education, in finance and banking and as business leaders and managers.