Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe Universities of Kent and Greenwich have merged to create the London and South East University Group (LASE), which they describe as the UK's first "super-university". The new group will encompass over 50,000 students across four campuses in London, Medway, and Kent, making it the third largest university in the UK. Both universities will continue to operate as distinct academic divisions, retaining their current names, with students applying to and graduating from their chosen institution. The merger, initially announced in September last year, is officially launching on 7 September and aims to provide a robust financial foundation. This development occurs amid increasing financial pressures on UK universities, with the Office for Students warning of potential insolvencies and deficits for many providers. In fullTwo universities merge to create the UK’s first ‘super-university’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in