The grand opening
of ASU London

10 a.m. BST Sept. 16, 2026

ASU London is an independent U.K. degree-awarding higher education provider. Students can complete a three-year bachelor's degree in the heart of London and then pursue an accelerated one-year master's degree at Arizona State University.

London skyline

Situated in one of the world’s great centers of commerce, culture and innovation, ASU London will provide students with immersive experiences focused on engineering and business.

ASU London welcome

About
ASU London

ASU London is a global platform for collaborative research, workforce development and partnerships between the United Kingdom and the United States.
 

The grand opening will bring together university leaders, government officials, business executives, faculty, students and partners from both the U.K. and the U.S. to celebrate this exciting new chapter.

Media contact: Chris Fiscus [email protected] 602-541-6254
Broadcast media: Veronica Sanchez [email protected] 602-359-1138
General questions: [email protected] 480-965-3502

Looking for ASU
London events to
cover?

Take me to the schedule 

Sparky in London

Read the launch
announcement

ASU launches ASU London, bringing global reputation for innovation to the U.K.

Read the story on ASU News

ASU London launch announcement

ASU London
calling 

Discover what brought the first students to ASU London.

Read the story on ASU News

ASU London

ASU News
continuing coverage

Visit ASU News for more ASU London coverage.

Read the stories

ASU London

For the media

Need photos
or videos?

Visit our media assets page for downloadable photos and videos of ASU London events.

Media assets

ASU London media

Need ASU London
quotes?

“We have designed ASU London to provide students with a compelling new way they can both gain an international experience and prepare for their careers, in the U.K. and the U.S. We’re in the business of changing people’s lives and futures. We will continue to expand our efforts and our impact to engage with learners all over the world.”

Michael M. Crow, ASU president

“Arizona State University is among the top U.S. universities for graduate employment. ASU London allows students to learn as professionals in training — working on real projects, developing technical, professional and leadership skills sought by employers worldwide.”

Sir Malcolm Grant, ASU London board trustee

“ASU is an exceptional partner in elevating Phoenix on the global stage, and I know ASU London will help our city and region take another important step forward. I look forward to continuing to work with Michael Crow and ASU to connect the world with the dynamic opportunities Phoenix and Arizona offer for innovation, investment and collaboration.”

Kate Gallego, Phoenix mayor

ASU London map

Franklin Building
124 Goswell Road
London
EC1V 7DY

What makes ASU London special?

Opening week
at a glance

Tuesday.

Sept. 15

ASU London opening week

Student design showcase with Cadbury

About 25 students from the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts are teaming up with Cadbury/Mondelez International – a global confectionary brand – to create an exhibit focused on the history and evolution of chocolate. The exhibit will feature student designs that create chocolate-eating experiences.

Tuesday, Sept. 15, through Friday, Sept. 18
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. BST daily
Northampton Square Pavilion, City St George's University, London
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Tuesday. 

Wednesday.

Sept. 16

ASU London grand opening, ribbon cutting

Hear from ASU President Michael Crow, Sir Malcolm Grant, officials from London and Phoenix, ASU London students and more.

10 a.m.-noon BST
Interviews available for in-person media: 11:15 a.m. BST
ASU London
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Wednesday on the day of the event. 

Student hackathon

Dozens of students will compete in a multi-day hackathon, an example of the hands-on and immersive experiences planned for ASU London.

Students will compete Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Tait Maker space
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Wednesday. 

ASU London opening week

ASU FIDM x Wolf & Badger

Designs from ASU FIDM students hit the window display at London’s Wolf & Badger, with student designs catching the eyes of London Design Week and Fashion Week audiences. Media are invited to cover and attend the reception. RSVP here.

5 p.m. BST
Wolf & Badger
102 Berwick St, London W1F 0QB, United Kingdom.
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Wednesday. 

Thursday.

Sept. 17

ASU London media tour

Get an up-close look at the new ASU London.

10 a.m.-noon BST
For media availability, RSVP in advance to [email protected]
 

Friday.

Sept. 18

ASU London media tour

Get an up-close look at the new ASU London.

10 a.m.-noon BST
For media availability, RSVP in advance to [email protected]

Student hackathon winners announced

ASU London students recognized.

1 p.m. BST
Tait maker space
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Friday. 

Saturday.

Sept. 19

Sparky's Touchdown Tailgate in London

Join Sparky, the spirit squad, ASU Athletics Director Graham Rossini and more at Sparky's official pregame tailgate.

1 p.m. BST
BOXPARK Wembley
 

Photos and video from the event will be made available here by 5 p.m. MST Saturday on the day of the event. 

Kickoff! ASU and KU football

London — 5 p.m. BST
Arizona — 9 a.m. MST
Wembley Stadium, London

Union Jack
Classic

Arizona State
University vs.
University of Kansas