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Pharmacology / Pharmacy, Year 3

(5)·By Rama H·Pharmacology / Pharmacy· Jul 2021
I dont take part in Freshers week but i know a lot of events were advised and many groupchats were made from multiple societies each advertising an event. My friends met each other through Freshers week and said it was the perfect opportunity to socialise and meet new people. I think UCL have a very good balance of studying and fun and this is reflected with their freshers events Again, i live at home but ive been to friends', accommodation house. Price wise it is very affordable and anyways financial help is very readily availabel through UCL. The houses are perfect for students and very easy to find others to rent with through ucl accomodation social media set ups which really help ease the process. I love the UCL facilities and think it caters to everyone. There are multiple libraries with a variety of open hours ensuring 24/7 access. The staff are incredible too. I am part of the student union and applied because of its excellence and friendliness and events that they hosted. Sports facilities are also very good and affordable too, although i havent experienced it myself, my friend has. The curriculum is very clearly set out and logical and we are told of everything very well beforehand so no surprises and we have a clear idea of whats going on. The course is split very logically integrating work experience in every sector, as well as a variety of teaching such as lectures workshops seminars labs placements. The lectures are well spaced out and timed and the lecturers are very willing to explain London is an incredible city with multiple places available to socialise. UCL being located in Russel square is perfect and often its events involve going to london tourist sites. Food places as well in london are awesome and perfect place to socialise
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Pharmacology / Pharmacy, Year 3

(5)·By Sakina D·Pharmacology / Pharmacy· Jul 2021
It was very involved, lots on my own campus and other campuses I lived with parents but friends said halls were good and very close The best - everything was high quality Lecturers were extremely interesting - learning for the course was dynamic Brilliant - So much to do and UCL always telling us about it
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Biology / Biotechnology, Year 2

(5)·By Anonymous O·Biology· Jul 2021
The lecturers were very welcoming. All the students were very fun and outgoing. Freshers week really helped me integrate myself into the university. UCL accommodation was also very welcoming. There was a welcome party on the first day which allowed me to meet a lot of people. UCL Library and classrooms are very modern and clean. The buildings are well maintained and easy to find. The biotechnology course is great. There is an engineering part, which is why I chose UCL over universities who had very similar courses for biochemistry and biotechnology. The lecturers explain very well and the material taught is always interesting. My UCL accommodation in first year was near King's Cross so it was great to be in the heart of London and it was, at the same time, not too busy which allowed me to have a calm student life when needed as well.
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Pharmacology and pharmacy, Year 1

(5)·By Alexander E·Pharmacology / Pharmacy· Oct 2018
It's been pretty decent. Loads of new people there to meet and great experiences so far. Being in a strongly academically focused place provides an even stronger drive to pursue you interests and maintain focused. The facility available are next to none - facilitating a premium learning experience in regards to the practical aspect. Being in the heart of London is mesmerising, and adds an element of cultural diversity - emphasising the importance of collaborating with others and unionising to develop ourselves into contributing academics of the future.
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Accounting, Graduate

(5)·By Sahana H·Accounting· Jul 2021
The freshers week at UCL was really fun. There was lots to do at all times. The night life was amazing in London. The accommodation was modern and very spacious. They were nicely furnished. However the accommodation prices were rather expensive All very good. The building and studying facilities were new and had so many cool features. The library is very big and has so many useful features. The lectures are very helpful. They always explain when you have doubts. The course is taught in a way which leaves plenty of time for revision and self study. They also give reading week which allows you to catch up on any missed work. The city life was really good. Has really good transportation to many places. London is really easy to navigate around.
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Law, Year 1

(5)·By Nicola H·Law· Oct 2018
It's been absolutely great. The faculty is incredibly amazing, with very experienced lecturers and tutors. The student union ensures that student life also exceeds all expectations.
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Biology / Biotechnology, Graduate

(5)·By Linda S·Biology· Jul 2021
Lots of fun activities and socials planned by the UCLU and ULU student unions, sports societies offering tasters, opportunities for nights out etc. Lived in cheapest self-catered halls furthest from uni so didn't always feel safe. 10 of us sharing one kitchen so can get messy. However only lives in halls in first year. Very large lecture halls, beautiful architecture throughout - although also means some classrooms are old and wooden etc. Great student centre although sometimes difficult to find PCs or space in libraries. Centre of excellence for cutting edge research, opportunity to work and learn from world leading experts in the field, very exciting, innovative and open minded environment London has everything going on and always lots of fun things, culture, food etc to explore and learn from.
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Chemistry, Year 2

(5)·By Esther A·Chemistry· Jul 2021
I didn't really participate as I was a post grad student it was a slightly different vibe. Again being a postgrad I didn't stay in the ucl accommodation I have lived in private rentals instead. Facilities are good being close to lots of things, library always open and there are a few of them the gyms are also good with the uni one and then others nearby you're spoilt for choice. The student union is also cool but again as a postgrad I haven't used it much I think it's more for undergrads. Highly acclaimed university means studying here is quite an opportunity. My course isn't taught it's research so tricky to say about lectures. I love London, there's so much happening all the time every night, everything is so close without feeling like you're not living in the real world being on a uni campus.
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Medicine, Year 2

(5)·By Hasan I·Medicine· Oct 2018
University gives you a great amount of freedom regarding living on your own as well as with your choice of education. The costs of living in London do soon however catch up to you, and can become a very big burden. It's nice to always have something going on, as well as having l chances to explore and learn new things.
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History, Graduate

(5)·By Gracie J·History· Oct 2018
Challenging and rigorous but absolutely welcoming and inclusive of so much diversity.
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Economics, Graduate

(5)·By Kenny·Economics· Oct 2018
Most of my lecturers have been on TV and are undeniably knowable in their field of research. communication between myself and the staff has been outstanding. Feedback on work is actually helpful. UCL provides amazing facilities in a lot of locations.
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