Collection: University College

University College London (UCL) is packed with fascinating history and achievements! Here are some standout facts:

• Founded in 1826, UCL was the first university in England to admit students regardless of religion and the first to welcome women on equal terms with men.
• A global powerhouse, UCL ranks among the world's top universities and is known for its cutting-edge research.
• Nobel Prize connections—29 Nobel laureates have been associated with UCL, including scientists and economists.
• Hollywood appeal—UCL’s iconic buildings have appeared in films like Gladiator, Batman Begins, and Inception.
• A hub for museums—UCL houses nine museums, including the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology and the Grant Museum of Zoology.
• Famous alumni—Mahatma Gandhi, Alexander Graham Bell, Rabindranath Tagore, and Christopher Nolan all studied at UCL.