Updates for Indian Students
The UK is expected to be fully vaccinated by summer 2021 and Indian students in the UK will have access to the vaccinations as they are rolled out across the country, meaning you may receive it quicker in the UK than your home country. Stay up to date with the latest Studying in the UK and Coronavirus (COVID-19) information.
Updates for Indian Students
The UK is expected to be fully vaccinated by summer 2021 and Indian students in the UK will have access to the vaccinations as they are rolled out across the country, meaning you may receive it quicker in the UK than your home country. Stay up to date with the latest Studying in the UK and Coronavirus (COVID-19) information.
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| Key Information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London, England | ||
| Established | 1826 | ||
| Famous Courses | Medicine, Science, Law | ||
University College London is the oldest and largest college of the University of London, and known as ‘London’s Global University’. It is currently ranked 10th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2021) and is the top rated university in the UK for research strength (Research Excellence Framework). The University was founded in 1826 and there are over 40,000 students currently enrolled at the institution, 53% of whom are international.
UCL is a member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities, and is also part of the League of European Research Universities, a consortium of European research universities that seeks to influence policy in Europe and to develop best practice through mutual exchange of experience. Staff and alumni at UCL have won a total of 30 Nobel prizes, and 840 professors and 7,000 academic staff are dedicated to research and teaching across 11 faculties. UCL students benefit from close associations with several major teaching hospitals, such as the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, the Royal Free Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital.
University College London is currently promoting the idea of education for global citizenship in an attempt to make sure students are given the freedom and encouragement to explore ideas from different cultural perspectives, while working on projects of international importance.
Prior to the start of term, the International Office at University College London holds an orientation programme for new overseas students, helping you settle into your new surroundings so you can hit the ground running.
All undergraduates are also allocated a personal tutor, but departments also have departmental and faculty tutors available if needed. Your personal tutor can assist with:
The UCL Student Union also has one of the largest selection of clubs and societies in the UK, making it desirable for those who wish to socialise away from study.
University College London was ranked the best university in the UK for research strength following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, producing the greatest amount of ‘world leading’ research.
All full-time, first year international undergraduate and postgraduate students are guaranteed accommodation which is made up of catered Halls of Residence, self-catered student housing, catered inter-collegiate halls and privately rented accommodation organised by partner organisations.
University College London is based in the heart of London, primarily in Bloomsbury, close to a wealth of academic resources that includes museums and libraries, academic and professional bodies, theatres, hospitals and medical institutes.
A new state-of-the-art UCL East campus is also currently being constructed adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park that will eventually bring together eight UCL faculties, and become home to 4,000 students and around 260 academic staff.
I had a very great experience right from the start to finish; All the staff were really great and very helpful. I recommend SI-UK for all students who are planning to study in the UK.
Anuradha Venkatesh Msc Energy Management, University of Stirling
We will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange your initial consultation at your nearest SI-UK office. If you are unable to visit us in person, consultations can also be arranged via Skype.
