University of Westminster

PIONEERS SINCE 1838!

We started out 180 years ago as the first polytechnic in London and one of the first in the UK, established to educate the working people of London. Today we continue to build on this reputation, helping students from a variety of backgrounds to realise their full potential.

Who we are?

Right from the start, we have had a pioneering spirit.

• We are the first polytechnic in London and one of the first in the UK, established 180 years ago to educate the working people of London. We have become known for the many ways in which we help our students to realise their full potential, regardless of background.
• Our teaching is practical, relevant and contemporary.
• Our research has impact in the world, is internationally recognised and informs our teaching.
• We are progressive and questioning. Many of our achievements are ground-breaking, yet we are also compassionate and caring.
• Our spirit reflects our location at the heart of a world city which is home to diverse communities and has global reach.

Facts and figures:

• 19,000 Students: We support more than 19,000 students on our undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses.
• 169 Different nationalities: We welcome students from all walks of life from all over the world.
• 183 Industry partners: Our partners include large corporates, SMEs and charities, which offer placements and work experience to our students.

Purpose, Mission and Values:

We have always strived to create offerings that respond imaginatively to the varied needs and aspirations of our diverse audiences, and we have a firm and historic commitment to equality and diversity, building an environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all our students and colleagues.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.

We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse and inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.

Sustainable Development:

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to integrating the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into our teaching, research and operations.

Find out what we're doing to make our University as sustainable as possible, from how our researchers are finding solutions to real-world problems, to how we're integrating sustainability into the curriculum, to how we're adapting our facilities and campuses.

Global Westminster:

The University has a long history of international collaboration and engagement, establishing and nurturing a range of global research and institutional partnerships, a worldwide alumni network and a variety of study and work abroad opportunities for students.

Our heritage:

We boast a rich and unique history and have been providing students with an education based on academic excellence, cultural engagement and personal enrichment since our inception as The Polytechnic Institution in 1838.

Our University is a place where discoveries are made, barriers are broken, diversity is celebrated and where everyone is welcome.

Our people stand out as significant contributors to their communities – through their innovation, enterprise and problem-solving – seeking to make the world a more sustainable, healthier and better place.

Admission requirements vary from country to country. Kindly contact our admissions counsellor for more information!