North London
21 Reviews by Students #74 out of 81 University locations
London is a notoriously expensive city for living costs and night life. However, I encourage students to take advantage of student nights at various bars and clubs across London, including student bars on campus, which are often much more affordable. Transport is competitively priced compared with other cities in the UK, such as Manchester. The cheapest way to travel by public transport in London is by bus, where anyone with a contactless card or Oyster can make an unlimited number of journeys within one hour for £1.50.
Student Review: 4 /5
By member650554 On 17th August 20
Study in North London
North London’s metropolis stretches from the banks of the River Thames up towards the North Circular and beyond, but on this page, we’re covering the area north of the Euston/Pentonville Road, which is home to some of the most desirable neighbourhoods in the capital, as well as London Metropolitan University, Regents University London and Middlesex University.
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London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University is located in Zone 2 in the neighbourhood of Holloway. Founded in 1848 and now made up of over 10,000 students, this public research university has a TEF Bronze rating.
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Regents University London
Regents University London was founded in 1984 and is made up of around 2,200 students. The non-profit private university has a TEF Bronze rating and is located in Zone 1 with its campus based in the heart of Regent’s Park.
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Middlesex University
Middlesex University is located in Hendon (Zone 3/4). Boasting over 20,175 students, Middlesex has a TEF Silver rating. It is comprised of six schools: Art and Design, Business, Law, Health and Education, Media and Performing Arts and Science and Technology. They also have a hugely diverse staff and student body, representing 165 nationalities.
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North London Student Life
As a student in London, you can expect everything to be on a large scale. With a transport network that connects you to everywhere you want to go, and with more to see and do around London than you can ever squeeze into 3 or 4 years, your options for shopping, nightlife and trips and meals out are endless.
Cost of Living
Obviously London is super expensive but is definitely manageable on a student budget if you know where to cut costs
Student Review: 3 /5
By member943886 On 22nd November 19
Nights Out
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Clubbing in Stoke Newington
You can find a nice selection of clubs/bars along the Stoke Newington Road. Check out The Moustache Bar and Bar A Bar for a chance to dance the night away.
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Gigging in Camden
Camden has long been a cultural hub of music and live venues. Make the most of being in London and explore some different kinds of music with popular as well as up-and-coming bands and artists at venues like PowerHaus, the Jazz Cafe and The Camden Assembly.
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Escape in Islington
Take a wander along Islington's Upper Street for a chance to escape with your mates to Hawaii at Laki Kane, the 1930s at Hoxley and Porter or the X-Factor at Lucky Voice Islington. Ok, perhaps you'll be wishing you could escape from your mates when they get going on the karaoke but, either way, it'll make for a memorable night out!
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Public Transport
London is highly connected through very regular services on the underground, bus and overground rail networks. If using a bike to get around isn’t an option for you, we highly recommend getting a 18+ student Oyster card which will shave a bit off your (pretty hefty) transport bill.
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Eating Out
North London boasts thousands of restaurants but here are some student-friendly ones that won't break the bank:
N1 / Chapel Market: The Little Viet Kitchen
N1 / Near King's Cross: Cafe OZ
NW1 / Camden: O Tino and Raavi Kebab
N7 / Seven Sisters Road: Le Rif
Shopping
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Flea markets
If you want to pick up a bargain, head to the markets and car boot sales in Hackney, Camden, Chapel Market and Holloway. Look out for 20% student discount at some of them too!
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If you're looking for loads of high street store favourites all in one place, then head to Brent Cross in NW4 where you'll find more than 100 of them! It's sure to have what you're looking for.
Top 10 free things to do in North London
For a bit of peace and quiet, head to the Reading Room upstairs in the Wellcome Collection, a free museum and library. It’s a brilliant (and peaceful) place to relax, read and get away from it all.
A spot of beauty and tranquility in North London with a boating lake, open-air theatre, a cafe and sports centre. Regent’s University is also set within its grounds.
Take a walk down Camden High Street to see the beginnings of the Music Walk of Fame, launched in November 2019. Get the app for an augmented reality experience of some of London’s cherished artists and music pioneers.
No need to travel out to the country, just visit City Farm, a 4-acre rural site with animals, providing a green and quiet oasis for people to visit and enjoy.
Take some time out to explore the life and inspiration of William Morris, the famous Victorian designer. The William Morris Gallery, located in Walthamstow, has several galleries to explore, as well as a shop and Tea Room, all set within a tranquil park.
Take a wander off the beaten path onto the raised walkway of Hampstead Pergola and explore atmospheric vine-covered pillars and trellises with wonderful views over Hampstead Heath. Prepare for some Instagram moments.
Explore London away from the noise and busy streets by wandering along the 9-mile-long Regent’s Canal. It stretches from Little Venice all the way to the Thames and is a perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon, with so many cafes and pubs to tempt you along your way.
Delve into the exhibits and archives of the museum at the Royal Academy of music to see some very old instruments, or pop in when they have a free public lecture or event. You’ll find RAM in between Baker Street and Regent’s Park tube stations.
For a woodland adventure slightly further north, head out to Chingford station (30 mins from Liverpool St) to explore Epping Forest.
No list of free things to do in North London would be complete without the British Museum on it. Make the most of your free ticket and explore the exhibitions and collections on offer.
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Location is fine, nothing special though and quite out of the way. read more
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Good for international students. read more
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Expensive as all of London is, but very nice place to live in. read more
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Middlesex University's location is very close to central London, which is very good but at the same time, it's not close enough to be crazy busy as it is in central London. read more
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this is an online learning course. read more
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North London has developed over the years and has become very diverse, this has allowed it to mirror the streets of London as we have many restaurants from countries all over the world read more
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Moving to London has been a massive change and doing it all alone has been scary. I like being in the crowds of people however the road I live on is always constant read more
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Great area, easy to get around. read more
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very busy, excellent transport all around me read more
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Vibrant and fun area with lots to do read more
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It is so expensive but it’s worth it read more
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Great transport to get to places read more
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I love exploring London, so many different museums and attractions to visit. read more
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SUBJECT TO COVID LOCKDOWN RULES read more
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not too good not too bad just near university read more
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Love my neighbourhood but prefer eating out elsewhere as there is more variety read more
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Really good location and 15-20 min train ride into central. read more