Information for Academic Visitors
UCL Geography welcomes academic visitors from around the world for collaborative research, offering library access, office space, seminars, and engagement with UCL staff and students.
Eligibility for Acceptance
The Department welcomes academic visitors whose stay will be of mutual research benefit.
The UCL scheme is intended for academics from overseas who wish to spend a period of time at UCL, normally not less than four weeks and not more than one calendar year, pursuing their own research, individually or in collaboration with UCL staff in related fields.
- Normally hold established academic posts overseas in higher education institutions, or occasionally in industry or business.
- Apply to pursue research in consultation with UCL Geography staff.
Tip: Apply early to allow time for visas, travel, and other arrangements.
Apply as an Academic Visitor
Start your application and connect with a potential UCL host.
Contact a DepartmentProcedures and Records
- Contact the Geography academic you wish to host your visit.
- Complete the application form and provide:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of proposed research
- Head of Department approval.
- Formal invitation from UCL HR.
- UCL libraries & IT account
- UCL ID card
- Small office/hot desk
- Participation in seminars
Parking is extremely limited and not provided.
All visitors are expected to give a seminar presentation during their visit.
Fees and Expenses
Fees are pro-rata. Affiliation fees are in excess of £5,000 (for 12 months) and increase annually. Invoice issued shortly after arrival.
| Covered by Fees | Not Covered | |
|---|---|---|
| Access & ID card | Long distance/overseas calls | |
| Reasonable use of postage/fax | Lab consumables | |
| Internal/local phone calls | Equipment costs | |
| IT facilities, printing, photocopying | Other research costs | |
| Department seminars & contact | ||
| Access to University Library |
What to Do Next
Dos
Contact a Host Early
Reach out to the Geography staff member you wish to host your visit. Early contact helps align your research with Department interests and ensures a smoother application process.
Prepare Your Research Statement
Make sure your research plan is clearly defined and demonstrates potential collaboration or mutual benefit with UCL staff.
Don’t
Assume the Department Handles Visas
Non-EEA visitors must obtain appropriate immigration clearance themselves. The Department does not process immigration or visa applications.
Rely on Department for Accommodation or Family Arrangements
Visitors are responsible for arranging their own accommodation, family support, and travel logistics.
Visitors are responsible for all travel, family, and accommodation arrangements.
The Department does not process immigration applications.
Got questions? Get in touch.
Contact us if you have any questions about studying Geography at UCL.
