Undergraduate
UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship
Full tuition + allowance (10 awards)
University College London
London, United Kingdom
"A top-10 global university in the heart of London"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#8 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
About University College London
UCL was founded in 1826 as the first university in England to welcome students of any religion or social background. It is a public research university with its main campus in Bloomsbury, central London, and a second campus, UCL East, in Stratford. UCL has been in the QS world top 10 for 15 years in a row and is ranked in the world top 10 for subjects such as Archaeology, Anthropology, Geography, Psychology, Medicine and Pharmacy.
Rankings & Recognition
#8
Ranked joint #8 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (up from #9 in QS 2026), its 15th year in the QS top 10.
Accreditations & Memberships
Russell Group
University of London
QS top 10 for 15 years
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University College London's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
99.90#
Employer Reputation
99.70#
Faculty Student Ratio
90.30#
Citations per Faculty
86.10#
International Faculty Ratio
99.30#
International Student Ratio
100.00#
International Research Network
99.90#
Employment Outcomes
85.60#
Sustainability
98.90#
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Key Facts
1826
Founded
approx. 51,000
Total Students
26,610
International Students
approx. 16,000
Staff
34%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Economics
Medicine
Psychology
Archaeology
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Geography
Application Details
Application Route
UCAS (UG) or UCL portal (PG)
PG Application Fee (approx.)
GBP 90
Intake
September
Admissions Tests
TARA, UCAT for some courses
UG Tuition (CS BSc)
GBP 46,700 / year
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic (UG Level 1)
|
6.5 (6.0 in each part) |
|
IELTS Academic (UG Level 2)
|
7.0 (6.5 in each part) |
|
IELTS Academic (UG Level 4)
|
7.5 (7.0 in each part) |
|
PTE Academic (UG Level 1)
|
75 (67 in each part) |
|
TOEFL iBT (UG Level 1, from Jan 2026)
|
4.5 overall (4.0 each) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS needed)
Post-Study Work
Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa route
Financials
Application Fee
GBP 90 (PG, approx.)
Avg Scholarship
Full tuition (limited awards)
Career Outcomes
87%
Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Total Staff (approx.) — 16,000
International Staff — 34%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UCL's main campus is in Bloomsbury, central London (Gower Street). UCL East is a second campus at Marshgate in Stratford.
Campus Details
Bloomsbury
campus London
UCL
East campus Stratford
190
alumni countries
Campus Forecast
Mild and wet year round
about 2-24 C (approx.)
Student Life & Housing
Housing
UCL halls and private flats
Dining
Campus cafes and Students Union food outlets
Health & Wellness
NHS access plus Immigration Health Surcharge
Activities & Clubs
Students Union clubs
Sports societies
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (approx.)
51,000
International Students
26,610
International Share
51.9%
Undergraduate (2022/23)
25,121
Postgraduate Taught (2022/23)
19,745
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - CS BSc 2026/27
GBP 46,700 / year
Tuition - Medicine (approx.)
GBP 57,300 / year
Tuition - MSc CS (approx.)
GBP 42,700 / year
Fee Guarantee
Most UG fees fixed for course
Intakes & Deadlines
UCL admits undergraduates in September through UCAS and most taught Master's courses also start in September. Check each course page for its own deadline.
Scholarships at University College London
2 scholarships available
Postgraduate
UCL Global Masters Scholarship
GBP 15,000 towards tuition (approx.)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Course grades such as A*A*A for Computer Science BSc. IELTS Level 1 is 6.5 with 6.0 in each part.
Postgraduate
UK 2:1 degree or equivalent. English Level 1 is IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each part; some courses need more.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (UG Level 1)
6.5 (6.0 in each part)IELTS Academic (UG Level 2)
7.0 (6.5 in each part)IELTS Academic (UG Level 4)
7.5 (7.0 in each part)PTE Academic (UG Level 1)
75 (67 in each part)TOEFL iBT (UG Level 1, from Jan 2026)
4.5 overall (4.0 each)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Degree or school certificate
English test certificate (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
Personal statement
Reference letter
CV (postgraduate)
Proof of funds (for visa)
Admissions test result (if required)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check the course list and entry rules on the UCL study pages.
2
Apply
Apply through UCAS for undergraduate courses or directly online for postgraduate courses.
3
Get an offer
The university reviews your file and sends a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
Accept & pay deposit
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and meet any conditions such as English tests.
5
CAS & visa
Receive your CAS number, show proof of funds and apply for a UK Student visa.
6
Arrive & enrol
Collect your BRP or eVisa details, enrol on campus and start classes.
Campus & Location
UCL's main campus is in Bloomsbury, central London (Gower Street). UCL East is a second campus at Marshgate in Stratford.
Bachelor's
3
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Economics with a Year Abroad
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📍 London
Bachelor's
Medicine MBBS BSc
Master's
1
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📍 London
Master's
Computer Science (Master's)
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