Studying at London Metropolitan University

Ready for University? Here’s what to expect!

✅ More Independence & Flexibility – In addition to attending all of your timetabled lessons you'll need to manage your own schedule fitting your research, reading and study around your personal commitments. Your learning will be less structured - expect to work more autonomously and take responsibility for your academic progress.

✅ Increased Workload & Collaboration – Expect more coursework, including essays and group assignments, and the need to engage with diverse student groups, learning from different perspectives.

✅ Self-Motivation & Academic Integrity – Success requires self-motivation, time management, and critical thinking. You'll be responsible for preparing for lectures, engaging actively, and upholding academic integrity.

✅ Friendly people to help you succeed - At the university, you’ll be part of a welcoming community of people who are always on hand to support you whenever you need it, helping you succeed every step of the way. There’s plenty of support and guidance available—so never hesitate to reach out.

University life is all about embracing independence, rising to new challenges, and unlocking your potential!

Being at university brings lots of new and exciting experiences.  University study can be quite different to school or college; it's important to be prepared so that you get the most out of your time here.  

Here are a few things to expect:

• varied timetables – classes are not necessarily 9-4 or everyday
• less structured – more working on your own – autonomous working and independent learning
• more coursework to submit – essays, reports, assignments
• group work for assignments- working in a team

London Met Uni has diverse student groups. You will be meeting new people, having a different social life. You will be learning and studying in a variety of groups, some could be large. There will be different ways and modes of learning to get used to.

You will have more responsibility for your own planning, learning and meeting coursework deadlines. Expect a different workload and more challenging academic work. Expect less 'spoon-feeding’ from teaching staff  and more independent learning.

• You are responsible for your own learning.
• You are self-motivated, set goals and manage your time.
• You prepare for seminars and lectures and do the required reading.
• You attend your seminars and lectures and arrive on time.
• You engage with seminars and lectures and take notes.
• You work well with others and learn from different perspectives.
• You apply critical thinking and self-reflection.
• You uphold the values of academic integrity.