Queen Mary University of London

Overview:

• Founded in 1887 as the People's Palace Technical Schools
• Became Queen Mary College in 1907
• Merged with Westfield College in 1989
• Became Queen Mary, University of London in 1995
• Notable achievements:
  • Ranked among the top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2023)
  • Home to the Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, one of the oldest and most prestigious medical schools in the UK
  • Recognized for its research excellence in areas such as cancer, neuroscience, and materials science

Student Life:

• Over 28,000 students from over 160 countries
• 200+ student clubs and societies
• 50+ sports teams
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • Financial aid and scholarships
• Campus facilities include:
  • Mile End campus: Library, sports center, student union, cafes, and shops
  • Whitechapel campus: Medical school, dental hospital, and research facilities
  • Charterhouse Square campus: Law school, business school, and humanities departments

Academics:

• Academic resources:
  • 10 faculties and schools
  • Over 2,000 academic staff
  • State-of-the-art research facilities
• Teaching methodologies:
  • Lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical sessions
  • Emphasis on research-led teaching
  • Opportunities for internships and placements
• Academic support services:
  • Academic skills workshops
  • Writing center
  • Language center
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Centre for the Study of the History of Nursing
  • Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence
  • Institute of Health and Society

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• World-class reputation and rankings
• Excellent teaching and research facilities
• Strong industry connections
• Diverse and vibrant student community
• Notable alumni include:
  • Sir John Vane (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine)
  • Sir Paul Nurse (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine)
  • Sir Tim Berners-Lee (inventor of the World Wide Web)

Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Housing services
• Library resources:
  • Over 1 million books and journals
  • Access to online databases and e-resources
• Technology support
• Career development services:
  • Career counseling
  • Internship and job placement assistance
  • Alumni networking