Brunel University of London

Brunel University of London, founded in 1966, is a leading technology university renowned for its education and research, as well as its spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Brunel joined the University of London federation in October 2024 in a move that will strengthen the federation and open up new opportunities for collaboration between universities across the capital. Henceforth known as Brunel University of London, it is ranked in the top quarter of universities worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2025) and holds the joint 1st position in the UK for international outlook (THE World University Rankings 2025). We offer a vibrant and diverse community where students learn alongside other students from over 150 nationalities, preparing them to thrive as global citizens.

Brunel has an extensive range of interdisciplinary research centres and institutes, thriving departmental research groups and excellent networks and facilities all tackling global societal challenges and working collaboratively with our partners on innovative solutions. As a result, we deliver world-leading research. Some of our research highlights include:

• Wellbeing on social media
• Saving energy
• Advanced 3D imaging techniques
• Macroprudential regulation

The results of REF 2021 confirm Brunel’s position as a top 40 UK research intensive university

PG subjects available

• Advanced Clinical Practice
• Aerospace Engineering
• Anthropology
• Arts and Health
• Biomedical Sciences
• Business School
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Clinical Education
• Computer Science
• Creative Writing
• Criminology
• Brunel Design School
• Economics and Finance
• Education
• PGCE Education
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• English
• Environmental Sciences
• Games Design
• Journalism
• Law
• Mathematics
• Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
• Media and Communications
• Media and Public Relations
• Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Politics and International Relations
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Social Work
• Sport, Health and Exercise Science

Future career prospects

Brunel University of London is a career-oriented institution, which provides a wide range of services through its Professional Development Centre. The Centre offers personalised career guidance including job seeking, CV writing and interview training, as well as organising networking events and career workshops throughout the year where postgraduate students can meet with recruiters and professional representatives.

A growing number of postgraduate courses now offer placement opportunities, giving students important hands-on industry experience that is directly relevant to their studies. Students receive support throughout the application process. To check if specific courses offer a placement option, students can check on the course pages.

Brunel University of London graduates have gone on to become leaders at major companies including Barclays, Centrica and JP Morgan. Others have become judges, MPs and successful entrepreneurs. Brunel University of London alumni also include many household names in the arts and media industries, alongside Olympic, Paralympic, World and Commonwealth champions in a range of sports.

English language support

For students whose level of English does not meet the entry requirements for their course, they can attend an English language course at the Brunel University of London Language Centre. The Centre supports students before and during their studies. The English language requirements differ according to specific courses.

To help students meet their entry requirements, Brunel runs pre-sessional English courses lasting from 6–50 weeks. For more information (including start dates for pre-sessional English, fees and how to apply), students can visit the Brunel University of London Language Centre.

The University also offers free support with academic English to all students whose first language is not English.

Facilities and support arrangements

Brunel has world-class teaching and learning facilities including state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical practice rooms, drama and performance studios, a visual effects studio/green room and impressive sports facilities, including an indoor athletics centre.

Postgraduate students have a dedicated study area in the library which is usually open 24/7 during term-time.

Support is available for mental health issues, faith and religion, as well as for students with disabilities. Brunel’s campus and facilities are recognised as some of the best in the country for disabled students.

Fees, funding and costs

The University offers a huge range of scholarships, bursaries and discounts to newly enrolled students. To be considered for a scholarship, students will need to hold an offer for a Brunel course. Some of the scholarships require an application to be submitted. Brunel University of London bursaries are based on under-represented criteria and most bursaries do not require an application. Our Vice-Chancellor's Postgraduate International Excellence Award offers a £6,000 fee reduction for self-funded international students enrolled in our postgraduate taught courses.

Visit our website for more information on Scholarships and bursaries.

Location

Brunel is based in west London without the stress and expense of being in central London. Students are just a tube ride away from the city and can also enjoy the beautiful English countryside near to Brunel. The University is easy to reach by bus, rail or road and is just a short walk from Uxbridge Underground Station. It is 15 minutes from Heathrow by car. Proximity to central London offers great opportunities for work placements and careers.

Brunel University of London is one of the safest universities in the UK and its security team patrols the campus 24/7 to ensure students’ safety.

Accommodation

Brunel guarantees accommodation on campus for all new students who meet their course conditions and apply for a room by the end of August 2025. For courses starting in January 2026, applications for a room on campus will be prioritised during the following months.

For students who prefer to live off campus, there’s a wide choice of housing near to Brunel, with good bus routes to the campus.

Culture

As a single-site campus university, everything that students need is within a 10-minute walk, including a small supermarket, bars, cafés, and a medical centre.

Socialising on campus couldn’t be easier with a choice of food outlets, coffee shops, student bar Loco’s and The Venue nightclub.

The Junction offers a huge range of food concepts including pan-Asian, sub-Asian, burgers and wings, freshly prepared burritos and pizzas, as well as spicy chicken from Hola Pollo. There is even a Subway on campus.

There are around 130 clubs and societies on offer including sports clubs, a range of cultural societies and subject-specific groups, where students can socialise with course mates.

The campus benefits from a thriving arts and culture scene and students are encouraged to develop creative skills themselves.

How to apply

Students should find the course they are interested in using the Course Finder. There are 132 courses to choose from. There will be an 'Apply' button on the right-hand side of the page if the course is currently open for applications.

Students are recommended to apply as soon as possible as courses in high demand often reach capacity and may need to close early.