Events

Location: UCL Bloomsbury campus: Bentham House, London, WC1E 0EG Event Information: Corruption is a major societal challenge in governments around the world, undermining economic growth, trust in government and the delivery of basic services to citizens, from stolen medicines in clinics to crumbling roads. According to Transparency International's 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index, corruption perceptions are not improving. On the contrary, […]

Location: Online Event Information: *Deadline: Sunday 29 October 2023* - Do you know how to structure and write your personal statement? In this session, you will receive guidance on how to structure and write your personal statement. Our current UCL students will also share their top tips and you will have the chance to ask them questions. (Please note, we […]

Location: Online Event Information: *Deadline: Sunday 29 October 2023* - Do you know how to structure and write your personal statement? In this session, you will receive guidance on how to structure and write your personal statement. Our current UCL students will also share their top tips and you will have the chance to ask them questions. (Please note, we […]

Location: UCL Bloomsbury campus: Cruciform Building, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT Event Information: This event invites you to engage in crucial conversations about the evolution of democracy in the digital era. As AI technologies rapidly advance, concerns about disinformation, misinformation, ‘deepfake’ videos, algorithmic bias, surveillance, and cyber threats are intensifying. Our panel of leading experts at the intersection of AI […]

Location: Online Event Information: *Deadline: Sunday 29 October 2023* – Want to learn more about managing your money at university? In this session, find out how to navigate the financial challenges of student life in London. Our Student Funding Team will provide further information about the funding options available to students and you will also receive vital tips from current UCL […]

Location: Online Event Information: *Deadline: Sunday 29 October 2023* – Want to know more about studying at UCL? Hear first-hand from a range of undergraduate students about their experiences of studying at UCL. This is a great opportunity to find out more about student life at the university and ask our students questions about their university experiences. This event is suitable […]

Location: UCL Bloomsbury campus: 25 Gordon Street, London, WC1E Event Information: Enforced disappearances have been employed as a tool by states throughout history. This seminar will shed light on this egregious violation of human rights, exploring both its historical roots and contemporary manifestations. Our panel of experts will bring forth the stark realities faced by victims and their families, provide […]

Location: UCL Bloomsbury campus: Cruciform Building, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT Event Information: In many parts of the world, democratic values and institutions are being eroded, while autocrats and ‘strongmen’ are gaining power in democratic countries, and consolidating it in autocratic ones. Our expert panel will dissect the causes and consequences of these alarming trends, examining case studies from multiple […]

Location: UCL Bloomsbury campus: Cruciform Building, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT Event Information: Citizens’ assemblies are increasingly proposed as ways of improving the functioning of democracy and policy-making. Yet their real-world record is mixed: while they almost always generate high-quality discussions internally, their connection to wider political processes is often challenging, meaning their impact can be limited. Careful consideration is […]