Saluting Our UCL Sisters: Elsa Goveia and Altheia Jones-Lecointe
Since 1987, the United Kingdom has formally celebrated Black History Month each October.
Athlete Profiles - Elisia Swaby
For Black History Month, we spoke to some of our Black athletes on their experiences of sport at UCL...
Still looking for accomodation?
UCL Accommodation is currently accepting bookings from all UCL students who are looking for accommodation for the 2023-24 academic year.
Support for those impacted by the earthquake in Afghanistan
We're devastated to hear of the recent earthquake which struck Herat province in Afghanistan on Saturday morning. The 6.3 magnitude earthquake is one of the deadliest to hit the country in the past two decades, with the death toll rising to over 1,000 and injuring many more.
Support for our community in response to escalating violence in the Middle East
Our community is shocked and distressed after the attacks by Hamas and subsequent military action by Israel, leading to an ongoing escalation of violence in the Middle East.
Secret Spots in London You HAVE To Visit
Let's face it - London is MASSIVE. Even people who've lived here all their life have areas they've never set foot in and attractions they've never heard of. We asked current students for the places in London they think are underrated - let this list inspire you to explore the city as much as possible during your time at UCL.
Things every postgrad needs to know
So you're about to start a postgraduate degree at UCL - congratulations! Here's our cheat sheet to getting to grips with life at UCL.
University Challenge 2025 - Join the UCL team...
Have you got what it takes to represent UCL in the next year's BBC University Challenge competition? Since 1964, students from across the UK have competed to be crowned University Challenge champions.
How UCL students met their friends...
With over 48,000 students, UCL has the largest student population in the UK. Whilst it may be reassuring to be part of such a large student community, it may also beg the question - how do you find people you gel with?
There is no university without its students
A new exhibition on the Bloomsbury Campus considers UCL’s almost 200-year history through its students‘There is no university without its students.’This is the concept at the
The new and improved Hanger
We've made big changes to your favourite on-campus UCL merch shop, the Hanger.Over the summer months, we were busy expanding and improving the Hanger. It's now more than twice the size it used to be, with new ranges, much more choice, and even a changing room.
UCL named University of the Year 2024
We’re proud to represent the incredible students at the 2024 Times and Sunday Times University of the Year. Today, UCL has been named University of the Year in the 2024 Good University Guide.
2023 Rep Elections: Your Vision. Our Mission.
Become a representative!Are you a student who's passionate about making positive changes by speaking up for your peers, and having a say in important decisions? If so, you might want to consider becoming a representative.
UCU industrial action called off
Update - UCU industrial action called offThursday 21 September 2023
Cost of Living - what we found
In January and February this year, we collaborated with students' unions across the UK to carry out research on students' experience with the cost of living. With almost 9,000 responses, our research is the largest study of student's cost of living to date.
How to Find Accommodation in London for International Students
London has always been an attractive destination for international students seeking high education and a vibrant cultural experience. However, finding accommodation in this bustling city can be quite challenging, especially due to the fiercely competitive rental market.
Saying goodbye to your 2022/23 Sabbs
Whilst we’re so excited to have recently welcomed a new team of Sabbatical Officers, it's also sadly time to say goodbye to our amazing 2022-2023 team. Whilst they may be leaving us now, they’ve made a massive impact on life at UCL as a result of all their hard work.
UCL results: Your options
This advice applies to the 2022/23 academic year.Results day was on Thursday 6 July 2023, we know this can be a stressful time so we’ve put together some useful information about what happens next.
Introducing your Sabbatical Officers for 2023-24
Each July a new team of Sabbatical Officers start their year in office, leading Students' Union UCL. The new team are getting settled into their roles right now.What do they do?
Black student experiences in London, 1950s to 1970s – would you like to be interviewed?
When considering what it means to build solidarities, particularly in the context of discussions around ‘decolonising’ universities today, there is much to learn from lessons of the past.