University College London Summer School
Based in the heart of London, University College London is a world-leading university. Our academic excellence and location in one of the world’s most dynamic capital cities gives you unrivalled personal, social and academic benefits which will enhance any CV or résumé.
Choose from a wide range of subjects offered by the UCL Summer School at the University College London. This three-week program offers courses from a variety of disciplines. The program includes lectures, seminars, and group work. You'll have the peace of mind knowing all modules are developed by UCL academics for credit based on cutting-edge research and taught face-to-face in interactive, participatory classes.
Fields of study
- Art
- Business
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Geography
- Health
- History
- Information Technology
- International Relations
- Law
- Literature
- Management
- Mathematics
- Media
- Medical Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website.
Applicants are advised to submit 2-3 courses on their application for credit form for faculty assessment credit in case of course cancellation.
Credit equivalent
15 UCL Credits = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 4 UQ Units if 30 Credits are successfully completed across two sessions (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the host university webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and the UCL entry requirements.
Session Two impacts on UQ semester 2 dates. UQ students must meet the additional special conditions for programs that impact on teaching dates.
If you intend to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to the Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad, meaning you pay tuition directly to the host. Tuition for one session is approximately $6,250 AUD, and two sessions is approximately $10,370 AUD.
If you apply on or before 1 March 2026, there will be no application fee. An application fee of approximately $130 AUD will apply if applying after 2 March 2026.
Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged as part of the program for an additional cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the information on the host university website.
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Student Testimonials
Annabelle - University College London
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/ Bachelor of Science, Winter 2023
I learned more about how I want to use the degrees that I am undertaking, and more about how they can intersect.
Brianna - University College London
B Arts (Honours), Winter 2022
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 February 2026 (early deadline)
Host: 01 March 2026 (early deadline), final deadline in early May 2026.
Program Dates
Session One
Start: 29 June 2026
End: 17 July 2026
Session Two*
Start: 20 July 2026
End: 7 August 2026*
*For-credit only as dates impact on UQ Semester 2
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: London, UK (In-person)
Credit: For-credit and Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate*
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.