UCL School of Management can be found at the heart of London’s financial and business hub, Canary Wharf.
We proudly occupy Level 38 and Level 50 of One Canada Square, giving both students and staff unique access to a wide variety of leading innovators, thought leaders and businesses whilst offering world-class facilities and opportunities that correspond with the quality of our teaching and research.
Our location
We are at the heart of Canary Wharf in East London, London Zone 2. The area is located on the Isle of Dogs and in between the River Thames, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.
Canary Wharf is London’s second largest financial district after the City, centres around One Canada Square, where the UCL School of Management is strategically positioned.
HOW TO GET TO US
No matter where you are travelling from you will find that UCL School of Management, One Canada Square is very well connected. London’s extensive public transport system is easy to use and mainly consists of the London Underground (Tube), the Overground, the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), double-decker buses and trains.
As there are no parking facilities on campus and parking in the wider area is neither free nor in great supply, we strongly recommend that you use public transport to get to us. See below for the many quick and affordable ways to travel that London has to offer.
London Underground (Tube)
We are located in Canary Wharf within walking distance of Canary Wharf station, which is well-connected with the Jubilee line, Elizabeth line and DLR.
Bus
One Canada Square is served by many Transport for London bus routes. Services include route numbers: 135, 277, D3, D7, D8, N277, N550
National rail
London has many mainline rail stations, such as Euston, Farringdon, King’s Cross, London Bridge, St Pancras and London Bridge. From here, you will be able to access the Tube and travel to Canary Wharf station.
Trains from London serve destinations across the UK. By being flexible and booking well in advance you will find rail travel offers excellent value for money.
Information about pricing, changes, and efficient routes between city sites can be found on Transport for London’s official website (TfL), which is regularly updated. You can also subscribe to email notifications for changes in the schedule, planned works or disruption, so you can access the latest transport-related news while on the move.
Our UCL School of Management students also enjoy full access to the UCL Main Campus in Bloomsbury and UCL East Campus, so you may wish to know how to get to and from these sites!
- UCL Bloomsbury Campus
UCL’s historic campus is in Bloomsbury, central London, with the main Quad on Gower Street. The closest Tube stations to UCL’s Gower Street site are Euston Square (Hammersmith and City, Metropolitan and Circle lines), Warren Street (Northern and Victoria lines), Euston (Northern and Victoria lines) and Russell Square (Piccadilly line).
UCL’s Gower Street site is served by many Transport for London bus routes. Buses travelling from north to south stop in Gower Street, immediately outside UCL’s main gate, while those travelling from south to north stop outside Warren Street station, about five minutes’ walk from UCL. Services to these stops include route numbers: 10, 14, 24, 29, 73, 134, 390.
- UCL East Campus
UCL East is in Queen Elizabeth II Olympic Park in Stratford.
Stratford Station is the nearest Tube station to UCL East, served by the Central, Elizabeth and Jubilee lines, Overground and DLR. From Stratford station, you can take a free shuttle bus to the campus, which runs approx every 5 minutes and the journey takes around 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can walk from Stratford station to UCL East in approximately 20 minutes. The Tube is a convenient and fast way to get to UCL East from anywhere in London and is especially useful if you’re travelling from the West End or North London.
Stratford and Stratford International train stations are nearby. Stratford station is also served by the Overground, DLR, and National Rail, making it a convenient transport hub for reaching UCL East across London. From Stratford station, you can take a free shuttle bus to the campus or walk for 20 minutes. The Overground is an excellent option if you’re travelling from East or South London and is also well-connected to other transport networks such as the DLR and National Rail.
Several bus routes serve the area around UCL East. Bus routes 97, 108, 308, 339, and 425 all stop near the campus, providing a convenient and affordable way to reach UCL East.
OUR VISION
The School started its journey on Level 38, and recognising our growth and the demand for additional space, we embarked on an ambitious expansion to Level 50. This strategic move not only gave the School of Management a greater presence but also established our academic identity at Canary Wharf.
Designed by leading architects Levitt Bernstein in collaboration with UCL Estates and then School’s Director, Bert De Reyck, the space draws inspiration from startups and tech companies, known for fostering innovative working environments.
Seven years on and after launching a number of new programmes, the School has doubled its facilities for students and staff acquiring the top floor of One Canada Square. We are able to welcome more postgraduate students, host world-leading business teachers and create more spaces where entrepreneurial and innovative people can collaborate. In partnership with Canary Wharf Group (CWG), the site has been fitted out to the highest standards, providing students, staff and visitors a special place to work, study and network.
Take a look back at our launch and further development hereafter.
KEY FEATURES
On one single floor, a full range of university facilities is being provided, including all necessary teaching, research, administrative, social and support facilities. Some key aspects to note include:
● Villages: The floor has been divided into six distinct zones which each serve different aspects of the School’s work and have their own unique identities, defined by different colours and textures. These zone are termed as ‘villages,’ offices and meeting rooms arranged around a central shared space.
● Lecture theatres: There are two state of the art lecture theatres, one in the northeast and one in the southeast corner of the 38th floor, with capacities of 70 and 85, respectively. Both are Harvard-style, with seats in an intimate semi-circular and tiered format. This shape ensures that all students are close to the lecturer allowing for a more immersive educational experience, as well as creating a more informal environment encouraging discussion.
● Student hub: A hub space welcomes visitors on arrival and features an informal seating area, where students can meet away from the villages. This area is ready for ‘touchdown’ working, where students can sit and work when they want.
● The views: The entrances to each of the villages are open, allowing glimpses both into the spaces but also views of the London skyline beyond. Being situated on 38th floor provides stunning views of the capital. These views have been deliberately considered in the design, with visitors able to orientate themselves around the different zones using their different identities and views as signposts.
Did you know?
This iconic skyscraper, Canary Wharf Group’s landmark tower, stands as the third tallest building in the United Kingdom, reaching a remarkable 770 feet (235 m) above ground level.
A TYPICAL DAY
MSc Management student, Florence Espitalier-Noel shares her typical day on campus.
“Our typical day starts at 9am and can finish at 7:30pm – or even later! We usually have three hours of lectures, spend time in meetings to work on projects, chill a bit on the sofas or outside, grab too many coffees, and when we’re tired of seeing each other, we take the tube to head home.
I like the fact that groups are randomly assigned so we get to know everyone on the course. At the beginning I found it annoying, but then I realised that it’s a good preparation for the actual working environment where we won’t choose our colleagues.
Some of our cool lecturers have even invited small groups for lunch in Canary Wharf on a weekly basis in order to get to know us and have interesting conversations. I am amazed at what I have learned from discussing ideas with my classmates within the 2,639 square metres of the 38th floor or walking with them around the 300 shops and restaurants that Canary Wharf offers!”
Read the full student blog “In The Shoes Of A Master’s Student in Canary Wharf” by MSc Management student Florence Espitalier-Noel.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
You can find out more about student life here from our student blog:
- Student Life On Level 50, One Canada Square
- In The Shoes Of A Master’s Student in Canary Wharf
- Student Guide to Travelling Around London
- Top Tips For Places To Eat Around Canary Wharf
FIND OUT MORE
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is a modern and vibrant working environment, bustling with over 115,000 professionals. Envisioned as a dynamic hub, it anticipates further growth, with 11 million square feet earmarked for future development and a projected workforce exceeding 200,000 in the next decade. Spanning an impressive 100 acres, Canary Wharf seamlessly integrates 30 acres of landscaped public spaces and 17 million square feet of commercial areas. Amidst this expanse, it boasts a million square feet dedicated to lively shops, bars, restaurants, and eateries.
History
For more than two centures, Canary Wharf has served as a vital London connection to the world through its rich history steeped in trade, commerce and finance. Once a bustling port that witnessed the passage of 1,000 ships a month during its 19th century peak, it has since transformed into a contemporary hub. Today, it houses some of the world’s most influential companises including HSBC, Citigroup, Barclays and the Bank of New York.
Shoppping and food
There are an abundant of affordable and high-end places to shop and eat around Canary Wharf. It has three shopping malls: Canada Place, Cabot Place and Jubilee Place all with high-end shops.
Culture
Canary Wharf emerges as a cultural hub, showcasing one of the UK’s premier public art collections featuring works by sculptor Oliver Barratt, mosaic artist Anna Biggs, and glass artist Alexander Beleschenko. Since 2003, the Museum of London Docklands has found its home here.
Activities
The estate offers with year-round activities, offering a spectrum from summer’s open-air concerts or screenings, food markets, and vintage fairs to winter’s enchanting ice skating rink. The Jubilee Park garden sits atop the roof of the Jubilee Line Station. With its mature Metasequoia trees and channelled water features, this garden is a popular lunch-time resting spot.
We look forward to welcoming you to UCL School of Management!