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News stories, case studies and quotes from current and former learners.
Intellectual challenge and stretch
"The degree brings you into regular contact with leading scientists and researchers in their fields, as well as notable guest speakers. You are encouraged to find what it is you ‘want’ to do – what really gets you interested. The Applied Medical Sciences degree will challenge you more than just intellectually." Louisa Wilson, Second Year, Applied Medical Sciences BSc
“I don’t think that I could be studying both Swedish and Finnish along with Russian evening classes at any other university in the UK." George Ferguson, Second Year Scandinavian Studies BA
“I really wanted to study at UCL because I knew I was going to gain a real life insight into biochemical engineering at its best. As well as this, the fact it is a research university meant that I would be exposed to the latest ideas as I was studying." Amandeep Varia, Third Year Engineering (Biochemical) MEng
“At UCL Laws, I have interacted with and learnt from leading academics and barristers. The lecturers and tutors at UCL are the ones who write our textbooks, are mentioned in leading judgments, and are frequently cited by the media. More importantly, UCL Laws is unique in London for its small-group teaching, which significantly enhances the learning process." Godwin Tan Gelun Law LLB, Third Year
“My favourite part of Natural Sciences is the interdisciplinary outlook it gives on science. All of the ground-breaking research and technological advances happening today stem from this outlook, and this programme allows you to explore the links between disciplines." Daniel Jacobson, Second Year, Natural Sciences BSc
Employability
“The UCL Engineering motto is: ‘Change the World’; I truly believe studying here will provide opportunities for you to do that. After my degree, I hope to pursue a career in engineering – especially in the energy sector. I think engineers play a huge role in meeting the energy demands of the future and global sustainability targets and I believe my skills and knowledge as a UCL graduate can be utilised there." Moyinoluwa Apapa, Third Year Engineering (Chemical) MEng
“I received job offers at the end of my first year at UCL and have since worked in top commercial disputes practices in London, Singapore and Hong Kong." Godwin Tan Gelun Law LLB, Third Year
“As I’ve reached my clinical years, I’ve learnt to appreciate the advantage we have by rotating around some of the best hospitals in the country. The University College Hospital and the Royal Free are known for offering specialised modern treatments. Having access to such a large number of patients has been crucial to our learning. I see UCL graduates on a daily basis in the various hospitals in central London and outside, when doing our rotations. It makes me incredibly excited to follow their footsteps in a year’s time." Carmen Camino Garcia, Fifth Year, Medicine MBBS BSc
Academic support
“I have spoken to my Personal Tutor many times about advice on how to gain experience to strengthen my CV and even just simple questions about academic projects. It’s very useful to have someone there at all times to guide you." George Ferguson, Second Year Scandinavian Studies BA
“The first year of the Applied Medical Sciences BSc is based around online lectures with complementary tutorials, supported by teaching fellows that you meet regularly to consolidate your learning. The programme will require you to master time management and self-motivated study – both key to succeeding with any degree. UCL offers a wealth of resources to help you throughout your study and time in London." Louisa Wilson, Second Year, Applied Medical Sciences BSc
“Besides the great teaching and pastoral care, I have loved the opportunity to participate in archaeological fieldwork abroad. Every undergraduate archaeology student has this privilege and goes somewhere different, gaining experience in all kinds of specialisms and backgrounds. My last project was in southern Italy, near Pompeii, excavating a Roman municipium." Finn McLaughlin, Third Year Archaeology & Anthropology BA
Problem solving
“I aspire to work as a biochemical engineer within a biopharmaceutical company. I really enjoy learning how we can engineer bioprocesses to develop the medicines that we rely on and need to make people’s quality of life better." Amandeep Varia, Third Year Engineering (Biochemical) MEng
“As a chemical engineer, I have developed so many skills over the course of my degree, opening doors of opportunity for me in so many different industries. At UCL, we are taught not only the theory but are also placed in situations where we are encouraged to think like engineers and use our sound engineering judgement to make decisions." Moyinoluwa Apapa, Third Year Engineering (Chemical) MEng
Students as partners
“As well as being a consistently high-performing university, UCL gives students a large role to play in the development of degrees, societies, and general life." Connor Gray, First Year, Chemistry MSci
Learning environment
“The facilities at UCL are definitely the best that I have come across. The Science Library alone is very rich in historical resources dating back centuries. Computer clusters are also largely available for any student. The laboratory equipment available is also very impressive, including IR, UV, and NMR spectrometers. These facilities make it very easy to get used to techniques and skills necessary for later years of the degree." Connor Gray, First Year, Chemistry MSci
“The facilities are full of everything from centrifuges to gel imaging systems to really fantastic pipettes! UCL labs also really contribute to your understanding. As a Jewish student, I was also drawn to UCL by the fact that its founding was inspired by Jeremy Bentham, who supported the idea of UCL as a secular university. This established UCL’s inclusive, non-discriminatory outlook, which is fundamental for a modern university." Daniel Jacobson, Second Year, Natural Sciences BSc
“Being in such a large city has provided so many opportunities that I doubt I would’ve had elsewhere, such as being in an international community, having so much to see, and being able – from a medicine point of view – to study with some of the best doctors in the world." Carmen Camino Garcia, Fifth Year, Medicine MBBS BSc