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
- Brain Sciences
- Computer Science
- Culture, Literature and the Arts
- Economics, Business & Management
- Education & Research
- Engineering
- English Language
- Geography & the Built Environment
- Health, History & Philosophy
- Law
- Linguistics
- Medical Sciences
- Politics & International Relations
- Science & Mathematics
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).
Credit Assessment Advice: Students applying for UQ credit are strongly encouraged to nominate 2-3 courses per session on their credit application. This provides flexibility if a course is cancelled, unavailable, or not offered in the expected session, and may help avoid delays to the credit assessment process.
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
Step 1: Apply to UQ
All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria
We recommend applying to UQ first. If you are seeking credit towards your UQ degree, you must first apply through UQ and obtain credit approval before submitting your host university application.
Step 2: Apply to the Host University
Once your UQ application has been deemed 'eligible' and credit has been approved (if applicable), you can then submit your host university application.
All applicants must meet the UCL entry requirements.
UCL Session 2 impacts on UQ Semester 2 dates. Therefore, UQ students must meet the Additional Eligibility Criteria for programs that impact on UQ teaching dates.
Important
⚠ Students who intend to undertake this experience for credit are strongly recommended to submit their application to the Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before the host deadline 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
This experience is offered under the Study Abroad participation mode. This means you will pay tuition fees directly to the host institution rather than to UQ. Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
Approximate tuition fees are:
- One session: AUD $5,880
- Two sessions: AUD $9,674
Early Bird Application Fee Discount:
If you submit your host university application on or before 1 March 2027, the application fee will be waived.
Applications submitted from 2 March 2027 onwards will incur an application fee of approximately AUD $114.
Scholarships:
Not applicable
Accommodation
UCL Summer School students are guaranteed a place in UCL accommodation in the heart of London at a discounted rate. For more information, visit UCL Accommodation
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. For more information: Costs and Funding for short-term experiences.
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: 14 April 2027
Host: 2 June 2027 (Session 1), 23 June 2027 (Session 2)
Program Dates
Start: 28 June 2027
End: 16 July 2027
Start: 19 July 2027
End: 6 August 2027*
*For-credit only as dates impact 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
OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.
OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:
- any earlier than 6 months before the official start date of your overseas study
- any later than 3 months before the official end date of your overseas study.
*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.
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.