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London South Bank University
(LSBU)
About
London South Bank University (LSBU) is a public university in Elephant and Castle, London. It is based in the London Borough of Southwark, near the South Bank of the River Thames, from which it takes its name. Founded in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic Institute, it achieved university status in 1992 under the Further and Higher Education Act 1992.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 9 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 14,425
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 15.9 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 40%
- Female : Male
- 55 : 45
- Staff
- 1,700
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Psychology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
THE
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
US News
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Medicine | =467 | 37.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,233 | 37.5 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of London South Bank University?
London South Bank University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 901-950, THE Rank 601–800, US News Rank =1,171.
When was London South Bank University founded?
London South Bank University was founded in 1892.
What are the top subjects at London South Bank University?
Top subjects at London South Bank University include: Nursing, Psychology, Clinical & Health, Education & Training, Clinical Medicine.
Where is London South Bank University located?
London South Bank University is located in London, United Kingdom.