Why UCL and why Australia?
Why UCL?
UCL is consistently ranked among the top five universities in the world, described as “an intellectual powerhouse with a world-class reputation”. We’re ranked third in the UK for world-leading research (Research Assessment Exercise, 2008) and our teaching programmes incorporate the latest research as well as innovative and practical learning approaches. We count 21 Nobel Prize winners among our former students and staff.
Our mission is to produce future global leaders through high quality education and research programmes that encourage creativity, innovation and independent thought. We value small-group teaching environments and tangible learning experiences and are committed to fostering your ability to think critically, bridge disciplines and nurture industry relationships.
At UCL Australia we are ambitious, enterprising and willing to assume leadership roles. We readily embrace diversity and new technologies – we aim to be the world’s best fully integrated natural resources graduate institution.
UCL qualifications are recognised and respected all over the world and our graduates are highly sought after by employers.
Why Australia?
UCL recognises Australia’s significant natural and financial resources and growing population – traits that are shifting the balance of economic power to the Asia-Pacific region. It puts Australia at the heart of change in the global mineral, energy and natural resources sector.
UCL Australia is a full academic department of UCL and our first overseas campus. We are actively strengthening and enhancing our international engagement to provide you with globally relevant qualifications.
Our Australian campus is located in Adelaide, one of the world’s most liveable cities. Adelaide is a vibrant, culturally diverse, safe and accessible city. It is home to world-class arts and music festivals and sporting events and is flanked on one side by a spectacular coastal strip and on the other by picturesque hills and world-class wine regions.
UCL Australia’s internationally relevant curriculum is delivered right in the heart of Australia’s booming resource industry, equipping our graduates for global citizenship, stewardship and leadership. Get involved.



