{"id":233566,"date":"2021-05-25T10:29:14","date_gmt":"2021-05-25T10:29:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/gsi_study_guides\/international-student-guide-ucl-faculties\/"},"modified":"2025-07-24T13:57:29","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T13:57:29","slug":"international-student-guide-ucl-faculties","status":"publish","type":"gsi_study_guides","link":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/study-in-uk\/study-guides\/international-student-guide-ucl-faculties\/","title":{"rendered":"UCL Faculty Guide for International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"

University College London<\/a> comprises 11 different faculties, all world world-leading in the areas of teaching and research. As one of the top-ranked universities in the world, UCL provides a dynamic and challenging environment for international students to learn across a broad range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses and programmes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Learn a little more about each of these faculties below. StudyIn is the sole agency officially appointed by University College London to support postgraduate UCL applications globally<\/strong>, and you can begin yours – or have any questions you have answered – by arranging a free consultation<\/a> today.<\/p>\n

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Student Guide to UCL Faculties<\/h2>\n

Faculty of Arts & Humanities<\/h3>\n

The UCL Faculty of Arts & Humanities offers programmes in English, Classical Studies, Fine Art, Philosophy and more, within a vibrant academic community. International students benefit from the faculty\u2019s global perspective, interdisciplinary options, and close ties to London\u2019s cultural scene, providing rich opportunities for creative development, research, and critical inquiry.<\/p>\n

The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment<\/h3>\n

The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment invites students to explore architecture, planning, and sustainable design in one of the world\u2019s most dynamic cities. With an emphasis on real-world impact, innovation and critical thinking, international students gain access to industry connections, collaborative projects and state-of-the-art facilities that challenge traditional boundaries in built environment disciplines.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Brain Sciences<\/h3>\n

UCL\u2019s Faculty of Brain Sciences leads pioneering research in neuroscience, psychology, language, and sensory systems. International students can explore a wide variety of specialised programmes, from MSc Orthoptics to Clinical Neurology, while learning alongside experts whose work directly influences global health outcomes and cognitive science research.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Engineering Sciences<\/h3>\n

Engineering at UCL spans ten academic departments with flexible pathways across undergraduate and postgraduate study. International students will find a strong emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship and practical learning, including opportunities for industry engagement, interdisciplinary research and solving complex challenges through hands-on projects and world-leading facilities.<\/p>\n

UCL Institute of Education<\/h3>\n

The UCL Institute of Education (IOE) is a global leader in research and teaching in education and social sciences. International students join a supportive academic community that explores critical questions around learning, policy, leadership and inclusion, preparing graduates for influential careers in schools, NGOs, government and academia worldwide.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Laws<\/h3>\n

The UCL Faculty of Laws offers internationally recognised LLB, LLM and interdisciplinary legal programmes in the heart of London\u2019s legal district. International students benefit from access to renowned centres such as the UCL Centre for Ethics and Law and the Centre for Access to Justice, alongside close proximity to major courts, firms and NGOs.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Life Sciences<\/h3>\n

UCL\u2019s Faculty of Life Sciences encompasses pharmacy, biomedical sciences, neuroscience, and biosciences, offering international students the chance to learn in cutting-edge research environments. With strong links to London hospitals, research centres and industry partners, students can pursue impactful careers in drug discovery, health innovation and life science research.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Mathematical & Physical Sciences<\/h3>\n

The Faculty of Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MAPS) offers a wide range of science and mathematics programmes in fields such as Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Space and Climate Physics, and Statistical Science. International students benefit from UCL\u2019s strong research culture, access to high-performance computing facilities, and strong graduate career outcomes in both academia and industry.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Medical Sciences<\/h3>\n

UCL\u2019s Faculty of Medical Sciences delivers medical education through six academic departments and close partnerships with leading teaching hospitals. International students can access a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes supported by clinical placements, cutting-edge laboratories, and strong links to London\u2019s health and biomedical research ecosystem.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Population Health Sciences<\/h3>\n

The Faculty of Population Health Sciences unites eight divisions to address public health challenges at national and global levels. International students can engage with topics like epidemiology, global health policy, and data-driven healthcare, supported by practical placements, interdisciplinary collaborations, and UCL\u2019s position at the forefront of public health research.<\/p>\n

Faculty of Social & Historical Sciences<\/h3>\n

The Faculty of Social & Historical Sciences at UCL offers a wide variety of programmes in subjects including Economics, History, Geography, and Political Science. International students benefit from access to renowned researchers, global policy engagement opportunities, and the intellectual diversity of London, an ideal setting for developing critical thinking in social science and humanities disciplines.<\/p>\n

Study at University College London<\/h2>\n

Begin your UCL journey by arranging a free consultation<\/a> with StudyIn, the sole agency officially appointed by University College London to globally support postgraduate UCL applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false},"study-guide-destinations":[127],"study-guide-canada-categories":[],"study-guide-australia-categories":[],"study-guide-usa-categories":[],"study-guide-uk-categories":[],"study-guide-nz-categories":[],"study-guide-ireland-categories":[],"class_list":["post-233566","gsi_study_guides","type-gsi_study_guides","status-publish","hentry","study-guide-destinations-study-in-uk"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/gsi_study_guides\/233566","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/gsi_study_guides"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/gsi_study_guides"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=233566"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"study-guide-destinations","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-destinations?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-canada-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-canada-categories?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-australia-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-australia-categories?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-usa-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-usa-categories?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-uk-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-uk-categories?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-nz-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-nz-categories?post=233566"},{"taxonomy":"study-guide-ireland-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gostudyin-dev.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-guide-ireland-categories?post=233566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}