Life at The London Institute of Banking & Finance

Campus

Our Lovat Lane campus is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Square Mile. Our prime city location and professional environment offers a unique atmosphere that connects you with future employers - situated near Monument in the heart of London's financial district, we are surrounded by many of the world's leading financial institutions.

Covering five floors, the campus includes classrooms equipped with the latest learning technology, computer rooms and student work and breakout areas.

The Henry Grunfeld Library and new Student Centre provide flexible spaces for individual and group study. Here you can catch up on the latest news and industry information and get advice on study and research.

There is also a Bloomberg Terminal that provides instant access to real-time market data, news and analysis.

Student Societies

Student Union

Student Support Services

Mentoring

We operate a student mentor scheme that offers support with study skills, motivation and time management. Mentors are often already working within the financial services industry and can provide advice on career development and securing employment.

The Peer Mentor Scheme is available to all full-time students studying Higher Education degree qualifications. Peer Mentors support new students with settling in and can give tips and guidance on student life and managing academic workload.

Careers

We offer a wealth of career support to you throughout your studies from CV preparation to networking with employers at our alumni events and lectures.

Find out more about our Careers and Employability support

Life in London

Student discounts

Use your student card or buy an NUS Extra card to get discounts at hundreds of restaurants, cinemas and shops across the capital.

You can get 30% off of rail fares throughout the UK with a 16-25 Railcard which costs just £30 for a whole year.

We are part of the TFL Student Oyster scheme; simply apply for a free student photocard and save 30% off Travelcards and Bus & Tram Passes.

Check out Student Money Saver and MyUniDays for freebies and deals.

When going to the theatre ask about student standby tickets, which you can get at most West End theatres.

Accommodation

We have links with UNITE and International Student House but other useful websites include:

We advise you not to pay a deposit or rent until you have viewed the property, read the contract and met with the landlord. Remember to get a copy of the signed contract and a receipt for the deposit and check that your landlord has placed your deposit in one of the government's deposit protection schemes.

London by day

There is so much to see and do in London, from world famous art galleries, iconic museums, historic buildings like St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London; and places of modern pilgrimage, like Abbey Road, Banksy's street art and The Shard's viewing platform.

More than 40% of London is green space, so there's always a leafy park to spend an afternoon in. The South Bank is a wonderful place for a gentle stroll by the river, while the Thames Path offers the chance to cover a bit more distance, with plenty of riverside pubs along the way.