University College London - UCL Speciality : Linguistics
programme: Foreign Languages

Overall I really like UCL and would recommend anyone to apply there. It is a renowned university and for many reasons. The best thing about it is surely the diversity of the student body which allows you to meet people from all around the world. The location is also perfect, as the main campus is located in Bloomsbury. Being in Central London means the student nightlife is very varied and vibrant. One downside, though, is the cost. London is already a very expensive city and central areas are even worse. Accommodations are mainly close to campus and tend to be quite expensive for what you get. Other than that, the teaching is very high quality, although the university’s large size sometimes leads to minor issues with administration.

The standard of teaching is high, with many opportunities to be exposed to different areas of study despite your degree. The social opportunities are lacking however and life as a student in London can sometimes feel isolating.

UCL is a dream for anybody looking for a uni with a prestigious reputation, great student support (career services, mental health, library services, enrolment enquiries, …) and a managable workload. I study in SELCS, which overflows with diversity in all cultural and social aspects you can imagine. Definitely the best years of my life so far.