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Founded in 1891, Goldsmiths became a constituent college of the University of London in 1904. This affiliation provides access to the resources and prestige of the University of London system. The university emphasizes fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. It encourages students to question traditional perspectives and explore new ideas.

Creative Hub: The campus environment is described as a "melting pot of ideas, interests, identities and imaginations," fostering a strong sense of creative energy.

Single-Site Campus: Goldsmiths' single-site campus provides a sense of community and convenience, while also offering easy access to the attractions of central London.

Diverse Student Body: Goldsmiths attracts students from all walks of life and from over 140 countries, creating a multicultural and dynamic learning environment.

Active Students' Union: The Goldsmiths Students' Union provides representation, support, and a range of activities for students.

Access to London's Culture: Situated in London, students have access to the city's world-class cultural offerings, including museums, galleries, theaters, and music venues.

New Cross Setting: The local area of New Cross itself offers a unique student experience with its own independent shops, cafes, and arts venues.

Goldsmiths is situated in a vibrant part of South East London with plenty to explore nearby:

New Cross: The immediate area has student-friendly pubs (like The New Cross House, The Fat Walrus), music venues (New Cross Inn), cafes (Out of the Brew), and the Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art on campus. Telegraph Hill Park offers great views of London.

Deptford (Walking distance): Known for its lively market (Deptford Market Yard), independent shops, creative spaces along Deptford Creek, theatres (The Albany, Laban Theatre), and cool cafes and bars (Buster Mantis, Little Nan's Bar, Isla Ray).

Greenwich (Short bus ride or walk): A UNESCO World Heritage site famous for the Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum, the Royal Observatory (home of the Prime Meridian Line), Greenwich Park (with stunning views), and Greenwich Market. It also has cinemas, theatres, and restaurants.

Brockley (Walking distance/short bus ride): Home to the popular Brockley Market (especially for street food and fresh produce on Saturdays), Hilly Fields park, independent cafes (like Browns of Brockley), and the historic Rivoli Ballroom.

Peckham (Short bus or train ride): A trendy area with rooftop bars (Frank's Cafe, Peckham Levels), the Bussey Building (arts venue), Peckham Plex cinema (known for cheap tickets), diverse restaurants (Mr Bao), and Peckham Rye Park.

Lewisham (Short bus or train ride): Offers a major shopping centre, a large street market, the Migration Museum, and pop-up food markets.

Bermondsey (Short train/Overground ride): Explore Bermondsey Street's cafes and galleries, the White Cube gallery, Fashion and Textile Museum, and the 'Bermondsey Beer Mile' (a collection of craft breweries).

Further Afield (Easy transport links): Quick access via train/tube to central London attractions like the Tate Modern, Borough Market, The Shard, Tower of London, South Bank, and Shoreditch.

Goldsmiths is well-connected to London's public transport network, making it relatively easy for students to get around.

Trains & Overground: The campus is less than a five-minute walk from both New Cross and New Cross Gate stations. These stations are served by London Overground and National Rail services (including Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink), providing direct links to areas like Canada Water (for the Jubilee Tube line), London Bridge, Shoreditch High Street, and South and East London. Brockley and Deptford stations are also within walking distance.

DLR (Docklands Light Railway): Deptford Bridge DLR station is about a 10-15 minute walk away, connecting to Greenwich, Canary Wharf, and East London.

Buses: Numerous bus routes stop very close to the Goldsmiths campus, offering connections across London. Key routes include 21, 36, 53, 136, 171, 172, 177, 225, 321, 343, 436, and 453.

Travel Costs: The cheapest way to travel on public transport in London is typically using a contactless debit/credit card or an Oyster card. Students may be eligible for a Student Oyster photocard for discounted travel.

Cycling: Cycling is a popular option, and there are cycle routes and bike storage facilities available.

Journey Planning: Students often use apps like Citymapper, Google Maps, or the Transport for London (TfL) website to plan their journeys.