Overview

City, University of London (including Bayes Business School) is a well-known UK university that attracts a growing number of international students from the Gulf and Southeast Asia for its specialist and professional programmes.

Rankings snapshot (latest major league tables)

City and Bayes Business School usually appear in the global top 300–500 overall, with Bayes often much higher in specialist rankings for Business, Finance and Actuarial Science.

Popular degrees for GCC and Southeast Asian students

• Particularly strong and popular for: Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, Journalism and Law.
• Less commonly chosen (from this region): Fewer natural science and broad humanities options.

Campus type and location

• City: London
• Type: City-based campus near the financial district, with buildings around Islington and the Square Mile.

Student demographic and culture

City has roughly 20,000–22,000 students, many of whom are postgraduates on professional and business‑related programmes.

Very international, particularly at Bayes Business School, with many students from the Gulf and Asia.

Male to female balance

Balanced, with some finance/tech areas more male and law/journalism more female.

Accommodation options

Mixture of university and private student halls in central London; many students share flats in zones 1–3.

Academic intensity and social life

Intensive on quantitative and professional degrees; strong links with the City of London.

Urban, professional feel; students are often very career‑focused but still benefit from London’s social and cultural life.

Sports, societies and wider profile

Sports clubs exist but campus space is limited; many students use external London facilities.

Careers and employer reputation

Bayes and City are recognised by employers in finance, insurance, business and media, especially in London and abroad.

How Tutopiya helps

Tutopiya works with students aiming for City, University of London (including Bayes Business School) and other top UK universities by:

• Strengthening grades in IGCSE and International A‑level subjects that these courses care about.
• Preparing for admissions tests and interviews where required.
• Providing university counselling, helping GCC and Southeast Asian families understand fit, competition and strategy.

If you’d like tailored advice for your child’s situation, you can talk to Tutopiya’s team about a joined‑up plan covering both exam preparation and university admissions.