Living in London

A world in one city

London is one of the most vibrant, cosmopolitan places in the world to be a student. Where else can you order breakfast in Farsi, book a taxi in Urdu, ask for afternoon coffee in Arabic and spend the evening chatting with your friends in Cantonese? Over 300 languages are spoken in this very city.

Students play a crucial role in making London so dynamic and your experience in this city will provide you with a network of friends from all over the world. Study in London and discover why more international students choose to study in London than any other city in the world.

London's multicultural highlights include:

• China Town - Get a taste of authentic Chinese culture and discover an array of exotic foods in the many restaurants and supermakets in China Town.
• Brixton Market - Some of the best Afro-Caribbean food can be bought here, and you can even have your hair braided. Hidden away in the side streets you’ll also find many art galleries exhibiting the works of up-and-coming artists.
• Shri Swaminarayan Temple - Visit the largest Hindu temple outside India. You can enjoy hours of peace and discovery in this masterpiece of exotic design that rises above London's skyline.
• Kingsland Road - Head here for Vietnamese cafés serving broths with rice noodles and more. Or dine then dance - to Turkish or Latin music.
• Green Lanes - Kurdish, Greek and Turkish restaurants are just some of the flavours you’ll find here - taste the real Mediterranean.
• Brick Lane – Famous for its curries, you can also experience authentic Bangladeshi cafés or queue with Londoners night and day for a taste of one of the best bagels in the country.

Visit the Events page to discover more about London's diverse range of festivals and celebrations.