Student Experience – Studying in London London is a diverse, multicultural city with all the attractions of a major capital. It has a fascinating history which can be explored both in its museums and on its streets. London oozes style and sets the trend in music, fashion and food. It is a safe and exciting place to live. Studying in London will broaden your horizons.
Attracting over 65,000 international students each year, London is the most visited tourist destination in Europe. Studying in London puts you at the centre of unique social, cultural and educational opportunities.
The local area – on the doorstep of Kaplan Business School in Central London Situated at the heart of the South Bank on the River Thames, Kaplan Business School’s premises provide the ideal location for an exciting and diverse student experience and adds to your experience of studying in London.
Located on a beautiful stretch of riverside, facing the Houses of Parliament, the South Bank is only minutes from Covent Garden. Flanked by the iconic London Eye and OXO Tower, the atmosphere along this popular and spectacular stretch of the river is relaxing, creative and appeals to all ages. Take a look at our suggestions for places to eat and drink and the best local attractions.
We are next to the London Bridge mainline and underground station with easy access to the city. London Bridge Station is serviced by trains from Kent and Surrey and offers direct connections to Charing Cross, Cannon Street, Waterloo East and Blackfriars stations. Trains also connect directly with stations on the Thameslink line. The station is also served by First Capital Connect which runs trains every 15 minutes between Brighton, Gatwick, Luton and Bedford.
London Bridge Underground Station is on the Jubilee Line and Northern Line. London Bridge is also a main bus station. For more details on underground and bus services please refer to the Transport forLondon website.
Local attractions near the Kaplan Business School campus
The South Bank is an inspiring place, home to the UK’s finest theatres, art galleries and performing arts venues. You can make the most of the best in: music, theatre, dance, literature and the visual arts, or take an alternative view of the sights from the air, the River Thames or by foot.
Nearby, you will find hidden gems like Southwark Cathedral and the Globe Theatre and attractions like Borough Market and The Golden Hinde.
Free Entertainment! There are lots of places to get free entertainment near Kaplan Business School: The National Theatre is the cultural heart of the South Bank and holds free music concerts and art exhibitions every weeknight in the foyer. The Tate Modern is an ever changing treasure chest of weird and wonderful art, with the Turbine Hall hosting memorable larger than life pieces. Best of all, the main part is completely free. The South Bank Centre is a multi-venue cultural hub, incorporating The Royal Festival Hall, Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room and Poetry Library. The British Film Institute cares for the world’s richest and most significant collection of film and television. The BFI is located on the South Bank and regularly holds screenings and film festivals of all types. Roxy Bar and Screen on Borough High Street is not only a favourite for KLS parties, but hosts a varied programme of free screenings from film-noir to futuristic video art. Roxy offer Kaplan Law School students a Buy One get One Free deal on drinks when attending a screening. The Scoop is also less than 5 minutes walk away – this is an outdoor sunken amphitheatre which regularly hosts a variety of free events including free films, free music and free theatre. Free comedy events take place all round London and you can also watch TV recordings for free – go to Lost in TV for more information.
For more information on the student experience take a look at the other sections of this website.
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Student Experience – Studying in London
London is a diverse, multicultural city with all the attractions of a major capital. It has a fascinating history which can be explored both in its museums and on its streets. London oozes style and sets the trend in music, fashion and food. It is a safe and exciting place to live. Studying in London will broaden your horizons.
Attracting over 65,000 international students each year, London is the most visited tourist destination in Europe. Studying in London puts you at the centre of unique social, cultural and educational opportunities.
The local area – on the doorstep of Kaplan Business School in Central London
Situated at the heart of the South Bank on the River Thames, Kaplan Business School’s premises provide the ideal location for an exciting and diverse student experience and adds to your experience of studying in London.
Located on a beautiful stretch of riverside, facing the Houses of Parliament, the South Bank is only minutes from Covent Garden. Flanked by the iconic London Eye and OXO Tower, the atmosphere along this popular and spectacular stretch of the river is relaxing, creative and appeals to all ages. Take a look at our suggestions for places to eat and drink and the best local attractions.
We are next to the London Bridge mainline and underground station with easy access to the city. London Bridge Station is serviced by trains from Kent and Surrey and offers direct connections to Charing Cross, Cannon Street, Waterloo East and Blackfriars stations. Trains also connect directly with stations on the Thameslink line. The station is also served by First Capital Connect which runs trains every 15 minutes between Brighton, Gatwick, Luton and Bedford.
London Bridge Underground Station is on the Jubilee Line and Northern Line. London Bridge is also a main bus station. For more details on underground and bus services please refer to the Transport for London website.
Local attractions near the Kaplan Business School campus
The South Bank is an inspiring place, home to the UK’s finest theatres, art galleries and performing arts venues. You can make the most of the best in: music, theatre, dance, literature and the visual arts, or take an alternative view of the sights from the air, the River Thames or by foot.
Nearby, you will find hidden gems like Southwark Cathedral and the Globe Theatre and attractions like Borough Market and The Golden Hinde.
Free Entertainment!
There are lots of places to get free entertainment near Kaplan Business School:
The National Theatre is the cultural heart of the South Bank and holds free music concerts and art exhibitions every weeknight in the foyer.
The Tate Modern is an ever changing treasure chest of weird and wonderful art, with the Turbine Hall hosting memorable larger than life pieces. Best of all, the main part is completely free.
The South Bank Centre is a multi-venue cultural hub, incorporating The Royal Festival Hall, Hayward Gallery, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room and Poetry Library.
The British Film Institute cares for the world’s richest and most significant collection of film and television. The BFI is located on the South Bank and regularly holds screenings and film festivals of all types.
Roxy Bar and Screen on Borough High Street is not only a favourite for KLS parties, but hosts a varied programme of free screenings from film-noir to futuristic video art. Roxy offer Kaplan Law School students a Buy One get One Free deal on drinks when attending a screening.
The Scoop is also less than 5 minutes walk away – this is an outdoor sunken amphitheatre which regularly hosts a variety of free events including free films, free music and free theatre.
Free comedy events take place all round London and you can also watch TV recordings for free – go to Lost in TV for more information.
For more information on the student experience take a look at the other sections of this website.