Scroll down for more information about events and to learn about me.

What I do
Hi, I’m Karthik. I am the Student Adviser for English, Greek and Latin, Hebrew and Jewish Studies, Philosophy and Information Studies and I am here for you as a key point of contact during the first year of your undergraduate studies. I am available to discuss any wellbeing, support, and student experience matters.
Events
Working within Student Support and Wellbeing Services, we will be hosting a range of events and activities during term time to support your Social bonding, Skills for life and Wellbeing at university. Explore the workshops and activities you can join throughout the academic year listed below, then click the event hyperlink to reserve your place.
- Term 1: September - December 2024
More information coming soon.
- Term 2: January - March 2025
Exam season Toolkit: PLANT YOUR (EXAM) STRESS AWAY!, MONDAY 17TH march, 3-5pm- Arts & Sciences Common Room, 1-4 Malet Place, London, WC1E 7JG
Take a breather, sip something warm, and let’s grow through this exam season together!
Need a break from revision? Come along and plant your own little seed of success (literally- you can decorate a pot and take home a plant)! Treat yourself to some hot chocolate, cream, the works! And let the exam stress melt away. If you’d rather soothe your soul with herbal teas, then there will be plenty for you to choose from.
Arts & Humanities Student Advisers will also be on hand to answer any of your exam preparation questions. We look forward to seeing you!
Find more 'Exam Season Toolkit' events on the SSWS Events webpage.
- Term 3: April - June 2025
More information coming soon.
Who am I?
- About Karthik
What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?
I started my higher education experience like many as a student. I am an alum of University of Sheffield, a place where I developed by taking up many opportunities beyond my academics. I returned to university life at The University of Melbourne. This gave me a unique perspective of being an international student. Studying my masters in Development Studies opened up my world to new people and new understandings. I continued to make the most of university life by taking up volunteering and other extra curriculum activities. I hold my time at both universities fondly, as it truly provided an environment to explore and develop. Something I want all students at UCL to have.
Professionally, I began my higher education experience with UCL’s Alumni team. I worked for 2 years as an Alumni & Supporter Care Officer. It meant I was able to interact with alumni and students both remotely but also in person during many events. This time really showed the profound impact the time at UCL has on our students.
What do you like most about your work as a Student Adviser?
Being able to guide students as they begin their university life. Seeing students discover and flourish due the opportunities and support we guide them towards is very rewarding. I also really like engaging with students and working to help them understand their new environment and community at UCL.
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
I have flown a plane, driven a combine harvester, an 18-wheeler truck, a speed boat and the biggest chaser bin in the world (ask me what that is if you want a long story).