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Student life

Come and study in the #1 student city in the world – London (QS, 2025)  

From building your career network, finding work placements with global organisations, and planning big nights out, there’s nowhere better than London for university. We’re located 10 minutes from the Hendon Central station on the Northern Line and the Thameslink rail line so it’s easy to get to the places that matter. We have direct links to Luton, St Albans, and southwest and northwest London too. 

Studying at Middlesex means enjoying the best of North London. The campus is close to dynamic neighbourhoods like Camden and Tottenham, offering world-class cultural, social, and professional opportunities. North London combines the excitement of city life with the tranquillity of suburban living, providing a perfect balance for your university experience. Explore the vibrant markets, diverse food scene, and rich cultural heritage, making the most of your time in one of the world's greatest cities.

Visit Middlesex University to see what life is like on campus.

What's it like to live in London?
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There are 32 boroughs in Greater London, stretching from the City of London and Westminster, to surrounding areas like Chelsea, Camden, Richmond, Hackney and Islington.

It’s big, but it’s easy to jump on a train, tube or bus to experience everything on offer – from food pop-ups to world famous music acts, free museums and West End shows.

Fantastically diverse and historical, with many industries and businesses based here to kickstart your career, London is one of the most desirable – if pricey – cities in the world.

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What's it like to live in London?
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Spend your student years in one the world’s most cosmopolitan and fashionable cities, where the word ‘boredom’ doesn’t exist.

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Campus and facilities

Our main campus in Hendon is leafy, sustainable and safe, and definitely has the buzz of London too. We’ve designed unique spaces for study and socialising, whether you are working on assignments or catching up over a coffee. Our students love it here – as soon as you step onto campus, you’ll see why.

  • Social spots: Meet friends in the Quad or at the bar in MDX House. 
  • Fitness facilities: Cheap, no-hassle memberships at the Fitness Pod gym plus team sports facilities. 
  • Food outlets: Find your favourite on campus, like Tortilla, Starbucks and many more! 
  • 24/7 library: Loads of space for quiet study, group work, and the best views on campus. 

Course locations

College of Animal Welfare - Huntington

Headland House, London Road, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2BQ

Main Site

Hendon Campus, The Burroughs, Barnet, NW4 4BT

Helicentre Aviation

Leicester Airport, Gartree Road, Leicester, LE2 2FG

Hendon Campus

The Burroughs, London, NW4 4BT

College of Animal Welfare - Leeds

The College Of Animal Welfare, Topcliffe Close, Tingley, Leeds, WF3 1DR