Ravensbourne University

Ravensbourne's campus is one of the most distinctive in London. The award-winning building on the Greenwich Peninsula is designed with open studios, flexible creative spaces, and industry-standard facilities that students can use freely across all disciplines, not just within their own course. The Design District surrounding the campus adds further creative energy, with independent studios, galleries, and design businesses all within easy reach. The O2 Arena next door provides live music and entertainment throughout the year, and central London is just 10 minutes away by tube, making it easy to access the full range of the city's cultural and social life.

Ravensbourne University London has built a strong reputation for its teaching quality and creative excellence, reflected in its Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It is also uniquely recognised as the only university worldwide to hold RIBA accreditation for both Architecture and Interiors courses. Alongside these distinctions, the university is acknowledged for delivering a positive student experience and maintaining strong academic standards. Its focus remains on connecting ambition with opportunity, equipping students with the skills needed for future-focused careers.

Career preparation at Ravensbourne is built directly into how courses are taught. Students work on live briefs from real companies throughout their degree, which means by the time they graduate they already have a portfolio of professional work and industry contacts to draw on. The university's location in the Design District and its partnerships with businesses on and around the campus create a constant flow of opportunities for students to engage with employers, attend industry events, and take on freelance and project-based work during their studies. 

Ravensbourne does not operate its own university halls of residence, but the university works with a range of private accommodation providers near the Greenwich campus and provides guidance to help all students find suitable and affordable housing in London. The international admissions team helps students understand their accommodation options before they arrive, and the Design District location means there are good transport connections into other parts of East and South East London where more affordable private rental options are available. Students are encouraged to begin looking for accommodation early and to use the university's guidance resources to navigate the London rental market with confidence. 

Ravensbourne provides a range of student support services covering academic, personal, well-being, and financial needs. All services are free and confidential. Given the size of the university, support tends to be personal and accessible, with staff who know students individually and can respond quickly to any concerns that arise during the course of their time at the university.