Student testimonials

"UCL stood out because of its breadth and strong experimental focus and compared to other courses, it offered a solid foundation across multiple areas."

"I was able to go further into numerous areas of the field and get a more thorough grasp of human behaviour, cognition, emotions, and other topics which I really enjoyed."

"After reading so many studies, it’s really rewarding to get to conduct your own piece of high-quality research and write it up as a paper!"

"I wanted to study at a university that is truly diverse, with exposure to many different languages, cultures, and perspectives, which feels especially fitting when studying linguistics."

"Psychology at UCL was an opportunity to feel like a real researcher, and it began almost immediately in the first year of study."

"One thing I found inspiring at UCL was the dedication to strive for success by both students and experts and researchers in the field."

"Studying psychology at UCL was an obvious decision for me. Some of the most influential psychological theories were discovered by UCL alumni and professors."

"So much of the research published from UCL is world-leading and has important implications for science and society. Being taught by lecturers who are a part of this research is inspiring and means yo

"Researchers who are at the top of their field work at UCL. Because of this, there are many opportunities to receive lectures from them, talk to them, and potentially work with them."

"UCL is particularly strong in language and neuroscience research, and offers excellent facilities for hands-on, experiential learning."

"There are so many clubs and society options and so many opportunities to meet new people, so I knew I will be able to forge strong friendships and unforgettable experiences here."

"UCL stood out specifically for its incredibly accomplished faculty, its high global ranking, and its graduate employability prospects."

"The course trained me in scientific thinking and research, and also helped me develop resilience, both of which have proven to be valuable assets in my professional journey and personal growth."

"I was particularly inspired by some of my lecturers, not just because of the brilliant and impactful work they were doing, but because of the way they engaged with me and made me feel like I belonged

"UCL provided the latest resources for the topics that fascinated me and fostered critical thinking. These experiences shaped my ability to apply knowledge effectively in other roles."

"My degree in Behaviour Change determined the trajectory of my career and equipped me with knowledge and skills at the absolute forefront of the field of Behavioural Science, both when it comes to res

"The MSc programme was so enjoyable that if given the opportunity to go back in time and redo the whole course again, I would do it in a heartbeat."

"Studying for an MSc at UCL is an incredible opportunity - not just to gain expertise in your discipline but also beyond."

"The programme’s emphasis on applying behavioural science to real-world problems gave me the confidence to pursue impactful research and policy-oriented work."

"What I learned from my master's programme was incredibly valuable for my new job. It set me up for a smooth transition into the role."

"MA Linguistics at UCL stood out as a course that offered both solid training and flexibility."

"On the open day, everyone was very friendly and [UCL] had more of a campus feel than other universities I had visited in London."

"Being at UCL has allowed me to meet really intelligent people and learn so much from their analytical style, how they deal with problems and how they view life."

"PALS as a division and its world-leading focus on very diverse fields within cognitive science allowed me to discover the field of HCI early on during my undergraduate degree, and subsequently UX as