We are London's Global University

UCL has long been a popular choice for students from Colombia and there are currently *67 enrolled at UCL across all levels of study. UCL is known as London’s Global University: 53% of our students are international, representing over 150 different countries.

• UCL is one of the most popular university for Colombian students in the UK*
• We have hundreds of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level to for you to choose from
• The interdisciplinary nature of UCL allows PhD students and researchers from a range of disciplines to work together on ground-breaking projects
• Our Doctoral Skills Development Programme provides our PhD students with a huge choice of courses and workshops to enhance their professional development and employment prospects
• London is a wonderfully diverse city with a blend of cultures unlike anywhere else
• Bespoke career advice and opportunities are available to graduate students, including practice interviews for PhD-specific appointments
• UCL alumni have access to networking opportunities, mentoring and employment opportunities

A world class education

We are a world-leading, research-intensive university, currently ranked 9th in the World, in the QS World University Rankings, 7th in the world in the U.S. News 2024 - 2025 Best Global Universities Rankings 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.

*Enrolment figure for 2023

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 $33,000 per year for bachelor’s and $36,000 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 progress in your career sooner! UCL students are also eligible to apply for several scholarships, including via our long-standing partnership with Colfuturo.

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 into 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.

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)

Successful completion of two years of the Licenciado/Professional title at a Colombian university recognised by UCL, with an average of 4.5/5, will also be considered.

Graduate Entry Requirements

Entry to graduate programmes at UCL usually requires either an upper second-class (2:1) or a 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 Colombia 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:

• Licenciado or Professional Title with a GPA of 4.0/5.0

Lower second-class (2:2)

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

• Licenciado or Professional Title with an overall mark of 3.5/5.0

Other acceptable qualifications

Medical / Dental degree; Master's; Doctorate

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 £26,200 (US$ 33,254) - £35,000 (US$44,431)
• Average graduate tuition fees vary between £29,000 (US$36,798) - £35,000 (US$44,431)

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

Exchange rate correct as of August 2023.

Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates

The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UCL’s International Foundation Year) prepare international students for a UCL undergraduate degree who do not have the relevant qualification to enter directly an Undergraduate degree directly.

• More info on the Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates page

Scholarships

These awards are available for Colombian students only. Further details are available on the Colfuturo website.

• More details on the UCL Scholarships website. 

Scholarships available to students from Colombia

Students are eligible to apply for other scholarships at UCL. You can find more details about all available scholarships on our Scholarships Finder page. 

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

We have an active Students’ Union, which offers over 300 clubs and societies. This includes an active Colombian Society and UCL Spanish and Latin American Society.

The Colombian Society was established to explore and embrace everything about Colombian culture- from music, sociopolitical and environmental development, food, traditions and more-and is open to students all over the world. Established over a decade ago, the Spanish and Latin American Society was built on the premise of being a welcoming place for Spanish-speaking students and anyone interested in immersing themselves in Latin traditions and Spanish language across the globe.

Currently, this is a vibrant community hosting conferences, social activities, and sports tournaments. Find out more: