St Mary’s University London International College is a private institution. It operates as part of St Mary’s University, Twickenham, which is a public university in the UK. The International College itself functions as a private pathway provider, offering foundation and pre-master’s programs to prepare international students for degree studies at the university.
While St Mary’s University is publicly funded, the International College is privately managed, focusing on tailored support for overseas students. This distinction is important for understanding fee structures and administrative processes, which differ between public universities and private educational providers.