Brunel University London
Overview
Brunel University London takes its name from the Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The history of Brunel dates back to 1798, with the founding of a school for poor boys. In 1966, Brunel college of advanced technology was awarded royal charter and became Brunel University.
Brunel University London is a public research university with three academic colleges.
- College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences
- College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences
- College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
The majority of the university’s research is rated internationally excellent or world-leading by the research excellence framework. The university is ranked 33rd in the UK for the quality of its work. Research at the university is structured around five institutions.
- Institute of Communities and Society
- Institute of Digital Futures
- Institute of Energy Futures
- Institute of Health, Medicine and Environments
- Institute of Materials and Manufacturing
Online Learning
Brunel has developed a modern, clean online learning experience built on the Canvas LMS platform. The university has invested in studio quality lectures and recorded resources accessible via PC and smartphone with a focus on collaborative learning. Students participate in tutor-led discussions and forums throughout the course.
Students can log in to Brunel’s library from within Canvas to access digital copies of the course books. Each unit has the references and reading list clearly signposted. The modules can also be downloaded as PDF to work through when offline. The platform provides a postgraduate-level learning environment where students collaboratively share and challenge their findings and learnings.
Brunel LMS
Brunel has developed a comprehensive learning environment that provides students with a rich, interactive experience.
- Recorded on-demand lectures
- Tutor-led discussions
- Online Library access
Online students at Brunel get dedicated student support. They have access to the university support teams via the learning platform, email and phone.
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Got a Question?Rankings and Reputation
Research Excellence Framework
33rd among the UK’s universities for research power.
72% world-leading / internationally excellent research output.
Top 40 research-intensive university
58th globally Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
4th in UK for International Outlook
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
TEF Silver
Teaching Excellence Framework
Online Courses
Entry Requirements
In general, a 2:2 (or above) UK Honours degree or equivalent internationally recognised qualification. However, confirm your eligibility by contacting the university.
- IELTS: 6.5 (min 6 in all areas)
- Pearson: 58 (51 in all subscores)
- BrunELT: 65% (min 60% in all areas)
- TOEFL: 92 (min 20 in all)
- Duolingo English: 115 overall (minimum 100 in each sub-score)
Start Dates
Three intakes per year.
January
May
September
Campus Location
Brunel University London
Kingston Lane
Uxbridge
Middlesex
UB8 3PH