London South Bank University: international student trends
Non-UK enrolment, international share, and the top countries of domicile for students at London South Bank University. Source: HESA/Jisc, 2024/25 release. Part of our UK international student statistics.
London South Bank University enrolled 2,455 international students in 2024/25, making up 15.6% of the student body (up 26.9% over five years).
International enrolment over time
| Year | International students | Total students | International share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014/15 | 1,860 | 17,735 | 10.5% |
| 2015/16 | 1,905 | 17,605 | 10.8% |
| 2016/17 | 1,795 | 17,985 | 10% |
| 2017/18 | 1,600 | 17,130 | 9.3% |
| 2018/19 | 1,575 | 17,125 | 9.2% |
| 2019/20 | 1,935 | 16,840 | 11.5% |
| 2020/21 | 2,685 | 18,545 | 14.5% |
| 2021/22 | 3,025 | 19,185 | 15.8% |
| 2022/23 | 3,135 | 17,865 | 17.5% |
| 2023/24 | 2,960 | 16,965 | 17.4% |
| 2024/25 | 2,455 | 15,760 | 15.6% |
Top countries of domicile
| Country | Latest students | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 640 | +653% |
| India | 470 | +327% |
| Bangladesh | 445 | +147% |
| Nepal | 120 | +500% |
| Nigeria | 80 | -60% |
| Kuwait | 70 | +600% |
Want to know what London South Bank University graduates go on to earn? See graduate outcomes at London South Bank University.
Methodology & attribution
Source: HESA/Jisc (hesa.ac.uk). International = non-UK country of domicile. Figures aggregated from country-of-domicile rows and rounded by HESA to the nearest 5, so small counts are approximate. 2024/25 release.
Frequently asked questions
How many international students does London South Bank University have?
HESA/Jisc data (2024/25 release) shows London South Bank University enrolled 2,455 international (non-UK domiciled) students in 2024/25. The table above shows the year-by-year trend.
What share of London South Bank University's students are international?
International students made up 15.6% of the student body at London South Bank University in the latest HESA release, up from earlier years shown in the chart above.
Is international enrolment at London South Bank University growing?
International enrolment at London South Bank University has grown by 26.9% over the five-year period covered by the latest HESA data.
Which countries do most of London South Bank University's international students come from?
Pakistan is the largest source country for international students at London South Bank University, per HESA/Jisc country-of-domicile data. The table above lists the top source countries and how they've changed.
Can international graduates from London South Bank University work in the UK after finishing?
Yes. Graduates of any UK university that holds a Student-sponsor licence, including London South Bank University, can apply for the Graduate visa (2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD) without needing a job offer. To stay longer, a graduate typically switches to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsoring employer.
When is HESA international enrolment data refreshed?
HESA/Jisc publishes "Where students study" data once a year. We refresh this page from the new release shortly after it's published.