London is a place full of opportunity. If you want something– a job, an internship, an experience– London is the place to be. It’s the centre of culture and industry and it’s the place to be to if you want to get anywhere. London is a city with opportunities around every corner, no matter which career path you’re looking to go down. Also, being a student in London gives you a huge advantage when it comes to graduating; you are surrounded by job opportunities without having to travel.

There is no freedom like the freedom of London. Being able to do whatever you want to, pretty much whenever you want to, is amazing. There are an endless amount of things to do in London, and the transport and links to be able to do them. You never have to worry about how you’re going to get home at night because there will always be the trusty number 25 bus there to save you. Want to visit the cinema, gallery, theatre, bar? You’re never more than a 30 minute tube ride away.

That brings me to cinemas, galleries, theatres, along with museums, concert venues and restaurants. London is a city of culture, and being surrounded by it everyday is an incredible experience. Having the freedom to visit galleries, museums and theatres is invaluable, and being a student in London allows you the liberty. No matter what you’re into, whether it’s theatre, music, or sports, you know there will be something in London for you. You’re never bored in London.

Moving away from home for the first time can be quite daunting. You have to mature quickly and learn to live alone, which can be a challenge. Why not push yourself further and learn to do all these things in the big, scary city? You will be forced to grow up and look after yourself very quickly, which is nothing but beneficial. It also gives you the confidence in the fact that if you can survive London, you can survive anywhere.

Yes, it may be ridiculously over-populated. Yes, pollution is a major problem here. The tube is stuffy and the people are rude and you’re lucky if you cross the road without nearly getting knocked over. But would we change anything about it? No. Because it’s London. For every negative there are a thousand positives, and I feel so fortunate to be able to call this crazy city home.