Brunel has been a university since 1966 and in that time has developed extensive and rewarding links with industry and commerce. Situated in west London, the university is dedicated to providing a world class education for its 14,000 students. Brunel has an international student population of some 2,500, who come from over 114 different countries.
The University’s campus is situated on the western edge of London and is close to London Heathrow airport. Central London is just a short ride away by public transport but so too is the lovely countryside of the home counties.
Brunel is one of the UK’s most ambitious, forward-looking universities and is well into a £250 million investment programme, including new on-campus accommodation.
Academic strengths
At Brunel, research is at the heart of all we do. It underpins - indeed leads to - most of the taught courses we offer and informs the academic work of our students. It is responsible for much of our collaborative work with business, industry and the public sector. Brunel has always prided itself on the quality and relevance of its academic work and is renowned for ground-breaking research across a number of disciplines, including information technology, public health, screen media, sustainability and many more. The quality of teaching at Brunel University is comprehensively backed up by the Quality Audit Agency (QAA) subject reviews, which give Brunel a 100% "excellent" standard in every subject assessed since 1999.
Brunel offers courses across a wide range of subject areas including engineering, business, design, computing and maths, education, social sciences (including law, economics), humanities, visual and performing arts, sport sciences, environment, health and social care.
For international students, the university offers a range of preparatory courses, including foundation and pre-masters, plus pre and in-sessional English language and study skill programmes which support students throughout their studies.
Facilities
Brunel has recently invested over £250 million in the development of its campus, including modern teaching facilities, new halls of residence, and state-of the art sporting facilities. The on-campus accommodation is guaranteed for international students during their first year providing they apply before the deadline. All rooms have free internet access.
There is also an arts centre, campus library, medical centre and counselling service. Students will also find an on-campus supermarket, pharmacy, bank and several food outlets including a refectory and coffee shop. Brunel is particularly proud of its careers centre and job shop which boasts a specialised International Careers Advisor to help students with their long-term career plans and to find part-time work. A meeting house is also available for all faiths and weekly worship is arranged for Christians and Muslims.
Student life
The Brunel campus has a lively and friendly atmosphere and there is plenty for students to do outside of their studies within the modern and self-contained surroundings of the campus. In addition to on-campus cafes, bars and a nightclub, the Union of Brunel Students helps to organise and fund around 100 clubs and societies. The performing and visual arts are also catered for at Brunel with a range of performances and extra-curricular activities.
With its convenient proximity to London, students enjoy all that the city has to offer including its famous landmarks i.e. Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament, world-class theatre, cutting-edge music and restaurants to suit all tastes. Brunel International offers a comprehensive range of day trips e.g. Oxford, Cambridge and Windsor Castle and to mainland Europe.
Nearby Southall, Hounslow and Slough offer a culturally rich Asian community where you can experience an abundance of shops and restaurants.
