Student life

Remarkable journeys start here. Goodenough College offers a welcoming, stimulating and supportive postgraduate student community. Located in the centre of London’s university district, Goodenough College provides award-winning accommodation and a vibrant programme of intellectual, social and cultural events and activities.

We’re now accepting postgraduate accommodation applications for 2025/26 – find out how to apply

“Goodenough College is not just an accommodation – it’s much more than that.
It gives you a life experience you will not get anywhere else in London.”

 – Rajesh, Goodenough College Member, 2023-2024

London’s finest postgraduate community

Nestled in a quiet garden square in the centre of London’s university district, Goodenough College is home to 700 outstanding postgraduate students (we call them Members) and their families, representing around 95 different countries.

Our diverse and vibrant academic community of Members is shaped by the College’s competitive application process which carefully evaluates each applicant’s potential to contribute to and enhance College life.

Our welcoming and secure campus boasts excellent facilities, and a wide range of activities, which give our Members the opportunity to discover new interests and build global contacts. Meanwhile, the cosmopolitan attractions of the UK’s most exciting city are never more than a short walk away.

The College is the proud recipient of many awards for our high-quality postgraduate accommodation; our commitment to championing diversity; our solid support structure and for providing a nurturing community and environment to support the wellbeing of all our Members.

We offer a range of postgraduate student rooms and flats to suit your financial and personal preferences. Whether you’re looking for accommodation as an individual, couple or small family, we welcome you to join our vibrant community of postgraduate students.

  • Central London location

    Our two halls of residence are located in a quiet and leafy garden square in the centre of London’s university district in Bloomsbury.

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  • When you arrive

    Arriving in a city as big as London for the first time can be overwhelming. That's why, as a new Member of Goodenough...

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  • Facilities

    To inspire and support talented postgraduates to achieve their full potential, Goodenough College is committed to creating a nurturing, safe environment which offers...

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  • Activities

    Living at Goodenough College will give you many opportunities to enhance your studies through a diverse range of intellectual, cultural, social and sports...

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  • Member support and wellbeing

    With a dedicated in-house team, 24/7 reception, a welcoming and supportive community, and access to various wellbeing activities, Goodenough College’s environment is designed...

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  • Retreats in Scotland

    Nestled in glorious Scottish countryside, just 2km from the picturesque village of Edzell, The Burn is Goodenough College's Scottish retreat.

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