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About the university
London's largest university and one of its most research-diverse — UCL was founded to be radically open at a time when Oxford and Cambridge excluded most of the population, and that founding spirit still shapes its culture.
Popular courses
What people actually study here.
The vibe
What it actually feels like.
- A true central-London campus — Bloomsbury's museums, squares and bookshops are the neighbourhood.
- Founded to be inclusive from day one, and still one of the UK's most diverse student bodies.
- Research strength spans almost every discipline, from architecture to neuroscience.
Fun things to do
Life outside the lecture hall.
Browse the British Museum, a five-minute walk from the main quad, always free.
Explore Bloomsbury's garden squares — Russell Square is the classic UCL study-break spot.
Catch a play or gig in the West End, a short walk or tube ride from campus.
Opportunities for international students
What's on offer if you're coming from abroad.
Also in United Kingdom
Other top United Kingdom universities.
References & sources
Where this page comes from.
- UCL (University College London) · official websiteVisit ↗
- International admissions pageVisit ↗
- Hero photograph · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗
- The Wilkins Building · Wikimedia CommonsSource ↗
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