Canada

We are London's Global University

Over 360 students from Canada are currently studying at both undergraduate and graduate level. UCL is known as London’s Global University: 55% of our students are international, representing over 150 different countries.

A world class education

We are a world-leading, research-intensive university, currently ranked 9th in the World, in the QS World University Rankings 2025, 3rd in Europe in the US News 2024 Best Global Universities and 1st in London for research power in REF 2021. Our students are encouraged to realise their potential and learn from world leading academics in an intellectually challenging and inclusive environment.

Find the programme for you

Choose from over 400 specialist bachelor’s programmes, 3 Study Abroad options, 500 master’s programmes, and a huge variety of PhDs, from Anthropology to Neuroscience. From day one you will focus on your chosen subject area and will be encouraged to develop as an independent learner. Many programmes allow you to take modules from other departments to ensure that you can broaden your understanding of our complex world.

Enjoy cost-effective study

Our degree programmes start at around CAD 45,000 for bachelor’s and CAD 49,000 for master’s, and you can complete your bachelor's degree in just 3 years, and your master's degree in just 1 year. This makes UCL a cost-effective option for studying at a world top 10 university, plus you can graduate and start your career sooner than your Canadian peers! UCL students are also eligible to apply for Canadian Student Loans.

Study abroad with UCL

As London’s Global University, we encourage our students to undertake Study Abroad and we have multiple exciting global options available:

• attend summer schools at one of our partner institutions, or
• spend a whole year abroad as part of your degree.

Join #teamUCL

Being a UCL student is about more than challenging yourself academically, it’s also about getting involved in our dynamic community. Experience our exciting city and bring your real-world experience in to the classroom. As a UCL student, you will have access to a wide range of extra-curricular activities, ranging from sports to interest societies, to volunteering.

UCL Campuses

UCL’s Bloomsbury campus is located in London’s thriving Knowledge Quarter, where partners organisations include Google, the Alan Turing Institute, the British Museum and the Wellcome Trust. This area of London has a high concentration of museums, libraries and research institutions, making it fertile ground for the development and exchange of academic ideas.

UCL East is the biggest development in UCL's nearly 200-year history. Our East campus on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, in addition to our central London locations, offers exciting new multi disciplinary degrees focused on tackling the biggest challenges facing people and our planet.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements for undergraduate programmes at UCL can be found below. However, specific entry requirements for some programmes may differ and may also be higher. You should refer to the undergraduate prospectus which allows you to choose the relevant programme and then select your country from the list in the International Qualifications sections.

Minimum equivalent entry requirement for A level grades ABB (2024 entry)

Award of one of the following will be considered, please be aware that all schools must have valid credit-granting authority to award Diplomas at the point of certification:

• Alberta High School Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• British Columbia Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Manitoba High School Graduation Diploma with five credits in specialised (S) grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• New Brunswick High School Graduation Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Newfoundland Grade 12 High School Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• North West Territories General High School Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Nova Scotia High School Completion Certificate with at least five academic level 5 (Honours University Preparatory) subjects or level 4 (University Preparatory) subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Nunavut General High School Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with at least six grade 12 U (University) or M (University/College) courses, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Prince Edward Island High School Graduation Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.
• Quebec Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) / Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) with 83% overall.
• Saskatchewan Five Grade 12/Division IV Standing subjects with 83% each.
• Yukon Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma with at least five academic grade 12 subjects, each passed at 83% or higher.

Please remember to include your full academic history from secondary school onwards on your UCAS application, this includes listing all subjects you are yet to complete but will be completed by August of the cycle in which you apply.

Your applications will be reviewed based on the education history you submit via UCAS, so it is vital that this is complete at the point you submit your application. UCL does not consider updated qualification information following the submission of your application so in order for us to know all the exams you have/are sitting and how you meet our entrance requirements, you must include this on your UCAS application.

It is common for students in Canada to take Advanced Placement subjects or International Baccalaureate subjects alongside their provincial High School Diploma. Applications from students presenting a mixture of qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Mathematics

Where we state that A Level Maths is required, the following provincial equivalencies apply: 

Graduate Entry Requirements

Entry to graduate programmes at UCL usually requires either a UK upper second-class (2:1) or a UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree. Please note entry to some doctoral programmes (e.g. MPhil/PhD) will also require a Master's degree. The entry requirements for individual programmes can be found on the graduate prospectus. The equivalent qualifications from Canada can be found below.

Minimum entry requirements (2024/25 entry)

UPPER SECOND-CLASS (2:1)

The award of any of the following from a recognised institution:

• 4 year Bachelor's with an overall grade of 77%, a CGPA of 3.3/4.0, CGPA 3.33/4.33, CGPA 3.3/4.3, grade B+, 6.0/9.0, 7/10, or 9/12
• 3-year Baccalauréat/Bachelors degree from Quebec province, with an overall grade of 77%, a CGPA of 3.3/4.0, CGPA 3.33/4.33, CGPA 3.3/4.3, grade B+, 6.0/9.0, 7/10, or 9/12.
• 3 year Bachelor's from an other province with an overall average grade of 80%, CGPA of 3.5/4.0 or 7.7/9.0, 8/10, 10/12 (only for entry to UCL taught programmes requiring UK 2:1 Honours)

LOWER SECOND-CLASS (2:2)

The award of any of the following from a recognised institution:

• 4-year Bachelor's with an overall grade of 73%, CGPA of 3.0/4.0, CGPA of 3.0/4.33, CGPA 3.0/4.3, grade B, 5.0/9.0, 6/10, or 8/12
• 3-year Baccalauréat/Bachelors degree from Quebec province with an overall grade of 73%, CGPA of 3.0/4.0, CGPA of 3.0/4.33, CGPA 3.0/4.3, grade B, 5.0/9.0, 6/10, or 8/12
• 3 year Bachelor's from any other province with an overall grade of 77%, a CGPA of 3.3/4.0, CGPA 3.33/4.33, CGPA 3.3/4.3, grade B+, 6.0/9.0, 7/10, or 9/12

OTHER ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's/Maitrise
• Dental degree
• Medical degree
• PhD/Doctorate

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees vary by programme and you can find the exact fee on the specific programme page on the prospectus for both undergraduates and graduates.

• Average undergraduate tuition fees vary between £26,000 (CAD 45,014) - £37,500 (CAD 65,010)
• Average graduate tuition fees vary between £28,100 (CAD 48,715) - £38,300 (CAD 66,386)

You can find further information about our fees on our Fees and Funding pages.
For more information about Canadian Student Financial Aid at UCL, please visit our Student Financial Aid page.

Exchange rate correct as of July 2024.

Scholarships

Canadian Students are eligible to apply for scholarships at UCL. You can find all available scholarships on our Scholarship Finder.

Living Costs

We know that you will want to carefully consider your finances when thinking of studying abroad, so we have created an overview of your potential living costs which we hope will help you plan and draw up a realistic budget.

Many of our students work part-time, and our Careers service and Student Union can help you find work. If you do plan to work, please ensure you’re abiding by the conditions of your visa.

Student Life

UCL is located in the heart of London, in the green and lively area of Bloomsbury. London, and everything it offers, surrounds us and we actively encourage our students to make the most of everything this incredible city has to offer.

We have an active Student Union which offers over 300 clubs and societies. Some we think you might be interested in:

• Canadian Society
• Hockey Club (Men’s)
• Hockey Club (Women’s)
• Ice Club
• Snowsports Club
• American Football Club

Lists of Visits

Representatives from UCL visit the Canada throughout the year to meet prospective students. This includes fairs, visits to schools and universities and independent counselling sessions. They are an ideal opportunity to speak to us and learn more about UCL and our courses.

You can find a list of our upcoming visits and events on our UCL Visits Your Country page. You can also reach out to us with any questions.

Alumni and after UCL

More than 300,000 UCL alumni live in more than 190 countries worldwide. These include novelists, Olympians, Nobel Prize winners, poets, filmmakers, inventors, entrepreneurs and more. Our international alumni community includes more than 2,500 Indian alumni living, working and studying in India and around the world.

Visit our Facebook page to learn more about our UCL Canada Alumni Club.

The UCL Recent Graduates Network is a vibrant, international community of alumni and students. Each regional hub gives you access to useful resources, exciting events, and advice from talented UCL graduates at different stages of their lives.

Check out our UCL Alumni website for the latest news, exciting events and opportunities to stay connected with UCL and our vibrant, international alumni community.