About UCL
London's Global University
Our History
UCL was founded in 1826 to open up education in England for the first time to students of any race, class or religion.
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Our Campus
Located in the heart of London, UCL's historic campus blends tradition with cutting-edge facilities.
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Global Community
With students from over 150 countries, UCL is truly a global university with worldwide impact.
Discover our global network42,000+
Students from 150+ countries
1st
University in England to welcome women
30+
Nobel laureates among our community
Top 10
Ranked globally (QS World University Rankings)
Study at UCL
World-class education in the heart of London
Undergraduate
Choose from over 400 undergraduate programmes across all disciplines.
Undergraduate studyPostgraduate
Join one of our world-leading master's or research degree programmes.
Postgraduate studyInternational Students
Everything you need to know about applying to UCL from overseas.
International studentsResearch Excellence
Transforming the world through innovation and discovery
UCL is one of the world's top research universities, with an outstanding reputation for the quality of our research. Our research addresses real-world problems and has global impact across all disciplines, from medicine and technology to arts and humanities.
Research Impact
Discover how UCL research is making a difference to lives around the world.
Research impactResearch Centres
Explore our interdisciplinary research centres tackling global challenges.
Research centresPublications
Access UCL's research outputs through our open access repository.
Research publicationsWhat Our Students Say
"Studying at UCL has been an incredible experience. The academic rigor combined with the vibrant London location provides unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth."
"The diverse community at UCL has expanded my worldview in ways I never imagined. The support from faculty and the resources available are truly world-class."