Xiaohongshu
What you should know: Renters’ Rights Act
If you are renting privately whilst you are studying, you should be aware that the law around private renting is changing on 1st May, 2026, with the Renters’ Rights Act coming into effect. These changes will have an impact on how you rent, what your rights are, and what obligations are placed on landlords.
Money Diaries: "I can be an impulsive spender"
Welcome to our Money Diaries series. Here, you can step into the shoes of students from all walks of life at UCL and uncover an intimate glimpse into their weekly spending habits. Now more than ever, we believe it's important to open up the conversation about finance while working to support you through the use of our Union services.
What's it really like to be a Postgraduate Student at UCL? Our research into support, belonging and wellbeing
What is it really like to be a Postgraduate Student at UCL? Are there adequate support systems in place? How far do postgraduate students feel a sense of belonging to UCL? How is their overall sense of wellbeing?
Leadership is about being human: reflections from a former Sabbatical Officer
We talked to Dr Lalith Wijedoru, former part-time Executive Officer as well as a full-time Sabbatical Officer, about his experience representing students - the initiatives he helped shape, the skills he learnt, and how the role influenced his career and confidence long after graduation.
Faces of UCL: Uncovering Unsung heroes at the Students' Union
Recognising the achievements of our diverse, global community of staff, students and partners – past and present - Faces of UCL uncovers some of our unsung heroes alongside more renowned figures. Read on to explore Faces by selected themes or
Academic Reps Conference Reflections: Lost in Translation Workshop
Participating in this year's Academic Reps Conference brought me both fulfilling benefits and was a grounding experience. Our Academic Reps duties require us to engage in listening and mediation processes while conducting our advocacy work from behind the scenes.
Register your interest for this year's Sustainability Leadership Conference
The climate and biodiversity crisis affects us all. Our planet faces unsustainable rising temperatures and the destruction of natural habitats. But there is hope. Our growing community of student leaders and activists are at the forefront of climate action.