About UCL
We are a diverse community with the freedom and courage to challenge, to question and to think differently.
Through a progressive approach to teaching and research, our world leading academics, curious students and outstanding staff continually pursue excellence, break boundaries and make an impact on real world problems.
WHY UCL: Thinking bigger and disrupting the status quo since 1826
UCL IMPACT: Annual economic impact comparable to London 2012 Olympics
How UCL works
Find out more about how UCL works - our institutional plans and strategies, faculties, and financial information.
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UCL Annual Review
UCL 2023 reports on progress towards our UCL 2034 strategy, providing key statistics, and highlights of the year.
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Strategic Plan 2022-25
Our new 5-year plan aims to build on the trajectory established by UCL 2034 and our ambition to be London’s global university.
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