Why study Business, Management, Economics or Marketing at Goldsmiths?
Distinctive, inspiring, friendly
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Join a creative university where you are encouraged to share your ideas, think critically, and consider how you can shape yourself and the future.
Be taught by visionary and ground-breaking academics, who will share their industry experience and get you ready for work.
All your teaching and support will be in New Cross - less than 10 minutes from central London. So, you can have the friendliness of our single-site campus, but with all that the capital has to offer within easy reach.
For each of our modules, we have projects that are very creative and original, and we have a lot of guest speakers.
I think what’s really unique about Goldsmiths is its creativity, its open-mindedness.
Transferable skills
A friend of mine did business at another London uni, and it just seemed very academic. Not that that’s a bad thing. But that just wouldn’t have worked for me. Just learning from a book and memorising the book and then rewriting it – that’s just not what I wanted.
I wanted a university experience that was actually going to be applicable to my future and that would give me transferable skills, and I think Goldsmiths has done a good job of that.
Creatively taught
It’s very interdisciplinary – you end up studying business, but also more on the side. It really encompasses lots of different subjects. I think it’s good that we’re taught in this way because, in terms of careers, it means your options are very open.
Also for each of our modules, we have projects that are very creative and original, and we have a lot of guest speakers – entrepreneurs and people who work in startups or big corporations.
Friendly professors
You feel connected to the professors and what you’re studying because the group is quite small. All the professors are very friendly. They always encourage you to contact them if you have any questions. They’re very available.
Institute of Management Studies
These subjects are taught by the experts in our Institute of Management Studies. They want you to be able to adapt and stand out in today’s economy, so they make sure you study a near real-time curriculum that’s rooted in current research and driven by what’s happening in companies now.
The Institute is housed in the glass-fronted Professor Stuart Hall Building (PSHB), which has views across London and it's own cafe and relaxed study areas. Take a virtual tour of the PSHB atrium
Oliver Ferreira
University can be an incredible tool and investment that will propel your trajectory in life, regardless of your specialism.
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Goldsmiths and the BSc Economics programme. I loved that the curriculum was pluralist and holistic, and didn't solely focus upon mainstream economics. This definitely differentiates itself from other economics programmes and gives it a competitive edge.
This approach to teaching and the curriculum, in general, has taught me to consider the perspective and experiences of all individuals when forming opinions and arriving at conclusions.
I am currently training to be a chartered accountant with the ICAEW, after completing further study at the University of Cambridge. Both of which would never have been achievable without Goldsmiths, and the opportunities they provided me.
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One of my favourite parts of studying at Goldsmiths was the college green, especially in the summer. It was a lovely place to meet with friends to socialise and relax, and get in that extra last-minute revision for an exam.
Also, the diversity of the cuisine that New Cross and South East London in general offered was amazing.
Innovative and different
Expect to be challenged. At Goldsmiths you’ll change how you think and be inspired to develop fresh ideas and new approaches to your studies. For example, students on our PPE degree don't just gain an introduction to ideas that have shaped the world - they learn to challenge established political and economic policies, institutions and methods.
We champion degrees that provoke thought and stretch the imagination. That’s why so many of our former students are leading the way in reshaping the sociocultural landscape on a global scale.
Inspiring location
Based in vibrant New Cross, our friendly single-site campus is the perfect base to explore all that London has to offer.
As the Best Student City in the World (QS Best Student Cities 2025), London provides access to a wealth of culture, creativity and career opportunities. It’s the home of big business and entrepreneurial start-ups, and practitioners from a range of organisations contribute to the programmes to enrich what you’ll learn.
Our range of events, societies and sports teams mean that whatever you're into, you're bound to find your place in our welcoming academic community.
World-class reputation
As part of the University of London for more than 120 years, we have a rich academic heritage, but we’re constantly questioning, challenging and building on what we know.
The most incredible thing at Goldsmiths is having students from a variety of countries, so that everyone is able to share their different perspectives
The lecturers at Goldsmiths are so passionate – not just in their lectures, but in providing support so you can understand the lecture content.
The most incredible thing at Goldsmiths is having students from a variety of countries, so that everyone is able to share their different perspectives. If you are someone who likes to meet people from various countries, Goldsmiths is a great option.
Studying in London is a massive advantage for students. You can network with different students and also there are lots of cultural events, art galleries and museums. We are not just at university to study, we are also here to experience different cultures. I’ve found the perfect time studying in London so far!
Employability
Our dedicated careers service, placement opportunities and contemporary courses mean you’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge to succeed in your future career.
Eight out of 10 of Goldsmiths students go into highly skilled work or further study after they graduate, above the national average. (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022).
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