Middlesex University
Employability Rate
74%
Upcoming Intake
Oct 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 16,400 GBP
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Rated TEF Silver
Highlights
Middlesex University is a university based in Hendon, in north west London, getting its name because it lies within the historic country boundaries of Middlesex. It dates back to 1878 and a women's teacher training college. Several mergers later, it became a university in 1992 and now has campuses in Dubai, Mauritius and Malta.
Globally it has more than 37,000 students, with 19,000 studying in London, including international students from more than 167 different countries. It also has student exchange links with over 100 international universities. Middlesex University has been named the second best university in the UK by Young Universities and third best for international outlook. It's also in the top 7 for entrepreneurs and business leaders in the UK according to Hitachi Capital Finance.
There are lots of accommodation options for international students at Middlesex University. The university provides multiple halls of residence that each come furnished with modern facilities and are decorated to celebrate individuality. The Burroughs, The Quad, and Apex House are spacious, new halls that international students apply for to enjoy a modern lifestyle. The University can also assist international students in finding private accommodation in the local area. Middlesex University can help to arrange homestay living situations for international students, whereby a host family provides them with housing arrangements and in most cases, meals.
The sports complex consists of a gymnasium, tennis courts, a baseball field, and more spaces for sports.
Middlesex Student Union has previously won Student Union of the Year awards because of the lengths they go to in order to provide a satisfactory student experience. Live music, comedy, film screenings, quiz nights, and graduation balls are all arranged by the Student Union throughout the year.
More than 85 student clubs are set up by students for fellow students, including sports, cultural and special interest societies. Students can also choose to apply for roles such as Student Ambassador, or work as IT support, as a translator, a fashion model, a musician or a sports assistant.
Campuses
Middlesex University is based in Hendon in North London. Hendon is situated on the Northern Line on the London Underground tube service, close to the infamous area of Camden. This makes it an ideal location for international students who want to enjoy the best that this amazing city has to offer. Camden market is a legendary hub of counter culture and musical history, located nearby to Camden Lock. Being on London's doorstep provides students with the opportunity to travel around the city exploring tourist attractions, the world-famous nightlife and all the capital has to offer.
Ranking
by QS
721-730
by THE
501–600
by GUARDIAN
115
FAQs
Students can apply to receive the International Excellence Scholarship that rewards academic excellence. Middlesex University also offers the International Foundation Programme Scholarship for students enrolling in foundation courses to reward academic potential as they prepare for degree studies. The International Merit Award rewards students with up to £2,000 towards course fees for all taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Middlesex University.
Middlesex University has a robust reputation for research. The University has been awarded with three Queen's Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education due to its innovation in education.
