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East London Welcome 2026
Welcome to UCL! Whether you’re new to campus or returning for another year, we’ve got an exciting line-up of events, activities and opportunities to help you settle in, make friends and feel at home in East London.
Welcome to TeamUCL Social Leagues and Tournaments
Play social, semi-competitive sport without the trials, training and commitment 🏃‍♂️Whether you're looking to join a league with weekly fixtures or you just fancy some one-off tournaments, we've got something for you.
Going out in London? Here’s the ID you need to get in
Whether you’re heading to Ministry of Sound for a Welcome Week club night, or heading to our very own Institute bar, you don’t want to be turned away because you’ve brought the wrong ID.
UCL students launch The Bridge, a new podcast to promote the power of conversation
Disagreement in life is inevitable. A heated debate in a seminar, a difference of opinion in a group chat, or a challenging conversation about a global issue. Communicating effectively with people whose views are different from ours is hard -  how we handle these situations can make all the difference.   
Student Leader Training & Development
As one of our dedicated student leaders, you play a pivotal role in shaping the Students' Union.
artsUnlocked: Our vibrant and creative programme for everyone
artsUnlocked is our beginner-friendly, open-level arts programme, which has quickly become artsUCL’s flagship.
TeamUCL Social Leagues: Squash
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Cheap eats on campus
Let's be honest. London living is expensive, which is why one of our Union promises is to always offer great value in our outlets. Here's some of the best cheap eats you can find in our Union spaces on campus from breakfast through to dinner.If you haven't met them yet here's some of our top cheap eats on campus...
Congratulations on your A-level results!
The results are in and you’re on your way to UCL. A huge well done from everyone at Students' Union UCL, we can’t wait to have you here! 🎉
TeamUCL Leagues: Social Basketball
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Big congratulations to everyone receiving their A-level results today!
We can’t wait to welcome you to UCL this September 🎉Whether you're keen to try something new, sharpen your skills, represent TeamUCL, or just see what’s on offer, there’s something for everyone in our Sp
Postgraduate
Tailored experiences exclusively for postgraduate students!
Café Lates
What's Café Lates?
Talks
Introducing artsTalks - bring the creative world to you with interactive sessions led by industry voices. Explore diverse disciplines, gain insider insights, and connect with peers to grow your creative network.
Intensives
Introducing artsIntensives - get stuck in for a day, a week, or even a weekend with artsUnlocked Intensives, immersive short courses that fast-track your skills and creative confidence.
Labs
Introducing artsLab - a dynamic series of workshops designed for in-depth exploration of various art forms.
4 ways to avoid problems with your exams
For most of you, your assessments will go smoothly with no unexpected problems. However, whether it’s an illness before your exam or your laptop malfunctioning, there are unfortunately some problems that can get in the way. Here’s all the information you need to deal with things if they go wrong. 
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Weekly Classes