Student testimonials

MA United States Studies: History and Politics'In a nutshell, I highly recommend the Master's programmes at the Institute of the Americas. The transferable skills I gained from the MA programme have been a significant asset to my professional trajectory.' Read Shiting's full testimonial

BA History and Politics of the Americas (with a year abroad)'I chose to study at the Institute because of the unique chance to take a deep dive into the US from a variety of different perspectives. The interdisciplinary nature of the department has allowed me to both explore multiple fields of study of which I am curious, as well as specialise in my final year.' Read Astrid's full testimonial

BA History and Politics of the Americas | 2018-2021'At the Institute of the Americas I felt that I had my own village community within UCL to belong to. I decided to swap from a different degree to BA History and Politics of the Americas after a call with the ever-supported Nick Witham, and I never regretted my choice.' Read Max's full testimonial

Research Degree | 2015-2019'In deciding among PhD programs, I was looking for a department that would be challenging, stimulating, and supportive, and I have absolutely no regrets about my decision to attend the Institute of the Americas.' Read Paul's full testimonial

Research Degree | 2015-2019'The academic relationship I had with my supervisor gave me the space and freedom to think, make mistakes, and develop my own concerns and line of thinking as a professional and researcher. I am extremely grateful for this...' Read Daniela's full testimonial

MSc International Relations of the Americas | 2018-2019'Whilst focusing on the Americas, the Institute is open, inclusive and international. I highly recommend international students to pursue academic careers here.' Read Wen's full testimonial

MA United States Studies: History and Politics | 2018-2019'Studying at the Institute of the Americas provided an opportunity to dive into a rigorous and truly interdisciplinary MA programme and has given me the confidence to do a PhD.' Read Holly's full testimonial.

MA United States Studies: History and Politics | 2018-2019'The MA program at the Institute of the Americas proved to be truly rewarding. The coursework modules cover a formidable range of fields, while...' Read Fergus' full testimonial

Research Degree | 2014-2018'Doing a PhD can be referred to as the loneliness of the long-distance runner but this was – fortunately – a very different experience to what I had!' Read Anthony's full testimonial

Research Degree | 2014-2018'Whilst at the Institute, I was encouraged to follow my interests but was also supported to explore new research topics and contexts by supervisors and other staff.' Read Daniel's full testimonial.

MA Latin American Studies | 2017-2018'What I particularly enjoyed about my time at the Institute was becoming part of a close-knit community of people with different backgrounds and interests, who share a passion for the Latin American region.' Read Teresa's full testimonial

MA United States Studies: History and Politics | 2017-2018The most enjoyable element of my time studying at the Institute of the Americas was the academic freedom that we were granted by our supervisors.' Read Harry's full testimonial

MA Latin American Studies | 2017-2018'During my year at UCL, I felt part of a true community, where professors, staff, and students work and cooperate with each other in a friendly and constructive at

MA Latin American Studies | 2016-2017'The Masters programme in Latin American Studies was invaluable in developing my research and critical thinking skills and was instrumental in my later decision to

MA United States Studies: History and Politics | 2016-2017'Studying at the Institute of Americas was a crucial stepping stone in my career, and I certainly would not be where I am today without the su