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We're here for PGs

Postgraduate life might seem like it’s all about the degree sometimes, but that’s far from true. Keeping a healthy work-life balance, staying connected with other PGs, and finding support for your studies when necessary are all really important, and here at the Students' Union, we can give you a hand with all of them.

This page is full of resources that will guide and support you – from settling down in London to making friends and finding a community.

Postgrad 101
Everything you need to know
Distance learning
Top tips for distanced learners
Meet other PGs
Find and make new friends
Part-time work and studies
Advice from your PG Officer

I'm Darcy, your Postgraduate Officer - I'm here to make your voice heard at UCL and improve your experience!

More about me
Your UCL experience checklist
See what you need to check off
Dissertation support
We'll partner you with voluntary & community organisations or community groups

Events just for you...

Volunteering
Make a difference for World Mental health day - Social Impact Pop Up
08/10/2026 | 11:30 - 15:00
Want to make a difference in the world of mental health?Student Social Impact has loads of ways for you to get engaged with charities, communities, and local intitiaitves that are tackling the mental health crisis across the world. From using your research skills to help charities to volunteering to reduce lonliness in local communities.
Give it a Go
Skills for Community Engaged Research Taster
14/10/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
Ever wondered how to make a genuine impact with your research? Or share benefits with participants?Come along to this free skills session hosted by UCL's Community Research Initiative, where you’ll learn about researching with and for community.
Volunteering
Make a difference with your research skills: Community Research Initiative Pop Up
08/12/2026 | 11:30 - 15:00
Want to do something different with your research skills? The Community Research Initiative (or CRIS for short!) is all about taking your research and study skills from classroom to community. Our Research Volunteering programme allows you to volunteer your brain with local charities to help solve real world problems. 
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