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University College London Placements: Job Opportunities & Placement rate, Packages

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UCL University Placement overview

University College London recorded an employment rate or career outcome rate of 90.4%. Out of these 75.3% students were into work and 15.6% were pursuing higher academics. The average salary for all the courses, across all the degree levels, was noted at £34,712 and the median salary stood at £31,000. The University saw placements across various sectors such as Teaching, Energy, Banking, Manufacturing, etc. Students were placed in reputed companies, educational institutions, and government and public organizations such as PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, Google, McKinsey and Company, University of Oxford, UK Government, etc.

Data has been sourced from Graduate Outcomes Survey.

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University College London Placement Highlights 2020

Head	Details
Total Enrollment	43,715
Career Outcome Rate	90.4%
Students in Work	75.3%
Students Pursuing Further Academics	15.6%
Average Salary	£34,712
Median Salary	£31,000
Top Recruiters	Bulb Energy, Bank of England, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, Google, McKinsey and Company, Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy, IBM, BBC, American Express, etc.
Top Sectors	Teaching, Health & Social Care, Academic Research, Accountancy & Financial Services, Construction, Build Environment & Property, IT, Technology & Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Scientific Research, Development & Analysis, etc.
Top Locations	UK, India, China, Germany, United States, France, Spain, etc.

University College London Class Profile

A total of 45,715 students were enrolled at University College London. The finer details of the class profile can be gauged from the points given below:

18,555 students were male
27,120 students were female
23,940 students were enrolled in postgraduate courses
21,775 students were enrolled in undergraduate courses
23,360 students were that of non-UK domicile
There are more than 728 Indian students who study at University College London
35% of the staff comes from international locations
The table given below provides details of various test scores required for University College London:

Test	Score Range
IELTS	6.5 – 8.0
TOEFL	92 – 110
PTE	75 – 88

University College London Salary

Students can check the table given below for more details on UCL salary in 2020:

Particulars	Average Salary	Median Salary
Overall	£34,712	£31,000
Doctorate	£45,904	£40,000
Postgraduate Research (non-doctoral)	£32,012	£28,000
Postgraduate Taught	£33,089	£30,000
Undergraduate	£33,687	£30,100

University College London Top Employers 2020

University College London students were placed in reputed organizations and educational institutions. The table given below provides a few recruiters who recruited University College London students:

University College London Top Employers
NHS	Deloitte LLP	PwC
EY	KPMG LLP	UK Government
Huawei Technologies	Bloomberg	Amazon
North East London NHS Foundation Trust	Lloyds Banking Group	Accenture
Boots UK	Mott Macdonald Ltd	King’s College London
Aecom	IQVIA	JP Morgan Chase and Co
Citigroup	Foster and Partners	Barclays Bank
Goldman Sachs Group	London School of Economics	Barts Health NHS Trust
Harris Federation	UBS Investment Bank	Arup
Ark Schools	Google	HSBC Bank
Atkins	Deutsche Bank	University of Oxford

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University College London Placements by Sector 2020

University College London students were placed in various sectors such as manufacturing, teaching, energy, media, logistics, human resources, engineering, hospitality, technology, etc. The chart given below provides details of top 7 sectors and the percentage of students placed in those sectors:

Read: Popular Job Sectors in UK

University College London Placements for Top 5 Courses 2020

University College London courses include 400 specialist bachelor’s programmes, 500 master’s programmes and a variety of PhDs and doctoral degrees. According to the University, top three programmes for Indian students include MSc Management, Law LLM, and BSc Economics. The table given below provides salary details of top 5 programmes:

Course	Average Salary	Median Salary
MSc Management	£36,421	£32,000
Law LLM	£38,837	£30,000
BSc Economics	£40,557	£35,000
MBA	£76,000	£76,000
MRes Biosciences: Biotechnology	£25,500	£25,500

University College London Career Services

University College London provides a host of career services that help the students in professional development and searching for relevant internships and jobs. Some of the career support services include:

myUCLCareers: It provides for careers guidance or application/ interview coaching, career events, part-time jobs, internships, research posts and graduate-level opportunities, etc.
Career Discovery: It provides help with career planning, sector guidance, building professional network, etc.
Virtual internships in the field of Business, Operations & Marketing, Financial Services & Consulting, Law, etc.
Global Internships Programme
GoinGlobal and the UCL Online Careers Library
Career events, Careers Consultant led talks, Sector Insight Events, etc.
Skill development through coaching sessions, workshops, etc.
Entrepreneurship support and guidance

University College London Post-Study Destinations

As per the Graduate Outcomes Survey, overall career outcome rate for the University College London graduates stood at 90.4%. The chart given below provides finer details of post-study destinations of UCL graduates:

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Does University College London provide skill development services for improving employability?

Skill development is an essential element of improving your CV and employability. Some of the skill development events, offered at University College London, include Career Essentials programme, which involves a series of Careers Consultant led talks on career planning, personality profiling, job hunting, networking, writing applications and preparing for interviews and assessment centres, and Career Essentials Group Work Programme, which involves CV review and guidance, application development, etc. Some other events include Employer-led skills sessions that include employer-led workshops, one-to-one coaching on interview skills, Researchers programme, and Business competitions & challenges.

Q: What kind of career events are available at University College London?

University College London students have access to all the career events through myUCLCareers. Examples of few career events include Academic Career Planning for PhD Students, Effective Academic Applications, Presenting Your Skills to Non-Academic Recruiters: CVs and Application Forms, Marketing Yourself Online: LinkedIn Lab, etc. The University hosts career fairs for student-employer connect, employer presentations, sector insights programme for focusing on specific industry sector, researchers' programme aimed specifically at research students, just to name a few. These career events are a great way to understand and improve your career search and gain industry insights.

Q: Does University College London support those students who wish to pursue entrepreneurship?

Yes. University College London does have enterprise and entrepreneurship support facilities for its students. Students have an opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial skills and startup ideas with the help of workshops and events hosted by experienced entrepreneurs. Those who are pursuing research-based courses have access to entrepreneurship training for doctoral students and early career researchers (SPERO), which consists of 5 workshops for MRes and doctoral students. The University also provides for a Hatchery startup incubator that is a dedicated startup space. Students can have access to all the facilities of BaseKX, a dedicated mentor, monthly meetings with an experienced entrepreneurship advisor, office hours with lawyers, accountants and expert facilitators, networking opportunities with angel investors and venture capitalists, etc. The University does a brilliant job of providing entrepreneurial support.

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Average packages & top recruiters 2025

Top Recruiters

Goldman Sachs

ACCENTURE

Accenture

Lenovo

IBM

Deutsche Bank

pwc

Morgan Stanley

r k swamy

JP Morgan Chase

KPMG

Cisco Systems

bnp paribas

Deloitte

Barclays Bank

Google

Nestle

Amazon.com

KPMG

Bloomberg

IBM

UCL University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

45% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Stressful

Internships3.4

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.6

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.6

Value for money4.1

Public transportation4.4

Safety3.7

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration2.9

Anonymous

Economics BSc (Econ) - Batch of 2027

4.1

Vibrant and diverse campus life.

Tips: It is an amazing college to do an undergraduate degree at. It is friendly and welcoming. The academics are very strong. Student life is beaming thanks to the many student societies, frequent student events and joyful environment on campus. Here, you study hard and party harder.

Likes (Indian Food): There are an innumerable number of Indian restaurants in London, and food from any part of India you want. I was very pleasantly surprised by the taste too. On average, a good meal will cost you about 15-20 pounds pp. I prefer cooking at home than going outside.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It is a little difficult to obtain a work visa here after the visa requirements have changed. The volatile institutional environment around it discourages employers from hiring Indians, as it would require their support. There is still racism in the wider community.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

Management MSc - Batch of 2026

3.9

There are many opportunities to engage and explore.

Tips: Students should know that transitioning into UCL especially the School of Management largely depends on their prior academic environment. For me it was a significant shift because the focus here is much more practical group work, interaction, teamwork and real-world application rather than only lectures or written assignments. From day one classes are highly engaging and you’re encouraged to participate instead of just listening passively. In terms of culture, London is a friendly yet professional place. People here balance warmth and formality very well whether it’s classmates, professors, or even the management team, communication feels open and respectful. Anyone coming from a different cultural or academic background might notice the shift, but it’s easy to adapt. Regarding scholarships, UCL offers limited options directly through the university. Once you receive your offer, they email you the scholarship details. I applied but did not receive one. Still, the process is straightforward. I’m extremely satisfied with my course and the university overall. The only minor drawback is that UCL has three campuses, and most events and societies are centered around Bloomsbury. Since SOM is in Canary Wharf, travel can feel expensive and sometimes makes us feel slightly distant from the main campus vibe. However, the SOM campus itself is stunning being on one of the top floors with panoramic views of London, sunsets, the skyline, Tower Bridge, and the London Eye is something truly special. The course content is well balanced and prepares you for the actual management world. As for the country, the UK, especially London, is welcoming, diverse, and full of opportunities. Living here genuinely feels like fulfilling a dream and gives a strong main character energy.

Likes (Student Life): Even with a busy academic schedule, there are many opportunities to engage and explore. As a management student I have compulsory 3 hour lectures every day and at least once a week I attend seminars or workshops that are optional but very enriching. UCL has three campuses- UCL School of Management where all management lectures happen, Bloomsbury and UCL East. Most social events take place at Bloomsbury. Our SOM campus mainly hosts academic sessions. Student clubs and communities aren’t campus-specific; they are open to all UCL students. There are clubs for arts, sports, music, reading, dance, hiking, cooking, cultural and religious groups, pride communities, and even niche ones like the Cat Club. The vibrancy of the UCL student community and the wide range of opportunities make student life active and enjoyable.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer cooking for myself than eating out. it is affordable and allows me to choose exactly what I want. In Canary Wharf there are a few good Indian restaurants such as Dishoom Kricket IndiGo Rasoi Manjal and Mala by the riverside.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1450

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025Read more

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LLM (Master of Laws) - Batch of 2022

4.2

Resilient, purposeful and introspective.

Tips: I guess I have become more responsible, capable of handling my own finances and life. It’s overwhelming in the beginning, but once you find your ground and you start to make friends, it gets easier with time. Of course, there is a cultural and a mindset shift. The UK is more liberal, you can become your own person and craft your story in your own way.

Likes (Student Life): UCL has a lot to offer if you are ready and proactive to take on the opportunities. There are pro bono projects that you can be part of, social groups and creative societies such as Fashion society, International Politics, Dance, Cycling, Tennis, and travelling. Events vary across meet and greet sessions, career fairs, CV building workshops and some fun pop cultural events as well. I tried to participate in as many extra-curricular projects as I could, whilst balancing studies for my Master's. I stayed in uni halls as they are a great place to meet international people and make friends.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It’s competitive to get a skilled worker job but once you do get it, it gets slightly easier to eventually get a permanent status. I am not sure if I would like to stay in the UK permanently but for the next few years, I definitely do see myself working here. It's been almost 4 years and London feels home now. I like my career transition path but I might or might not eventually move back to Delhi.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1175

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30450

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

LLM (Master of Laws) - Batch of 2026

4.4

Good for personal growth.

Tips: Know what you want to do. Start applying early on. Get your application right. It’s not that easy to get admission here. Once you come here you’ll be overwhelmed by the sheer vastness of the city and the uni, but do not let it intimidate you. Strive to do your best and aim to work here after graduation, so that it’s all worth it.

Likes (Student Life): From classes to pubs to society activities, it’s all great. You get to explore central London, which has a rustic yet modern feel to it. The east campus is in Canary Wharf, the business district, so that you get the corporate feel. The faculty is one of the best in the world, ranking is good, academically oriented and produces future assets, i.e., the graduates.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Chances are low because of the new and stricter immigration rules. Since the new rules introduced in July 2025 made it more difficult for companies to sponsor visas for jobs, it’s gonna be very hard to secure a permanent role after graduation. But you still have to try.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

LLM (Master of Laws) - Batch of 2026

4.5

An adventurous year in London and UCL.

Tips: UCL is a highly competitive university, and one has to work twice as hard to score well in comparison to an Indian university. Also, there are 3 terms in a year - this means that classes will be held in the first 2 terms, and the last term is for exams/final assessment and research essay. UCL is also strict about the usage of AI or ChatGPT for assignments.

Likes (Quality of faculty): UCL is one of the oldest institutions in the UK, so all the professors are highly educated and accomplished in their fields. In the law faculty, I have seen the Law Commission as a professor; the lawyer of the Queen is also a professor. So, you don't have to worry about the quality of education here as it will be world-class, and the employers recognise this institute and give preference to the UCL students.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I don't know much about the permanent settlement or immigration information in the UK, as I am a current student at UCL and I don't wish to apply for the same, but I hope that whoever wishes to apply for it does not get disappointed about the same. But the facilities here are easy to use, and people are quite friendly, so you can get more information after reaching London.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 3000

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 65100

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2025Read more

Anonymous

Management MSc - Batch of 2024

2.3

Avoid studying in high ranked universities in places like London

Tips: Avoid coming to the United Kingdom or London, there is a housing and eco-crisis going on currently, opportunities are very limited. Go to places like the Netherlands or Germany instead. There are hardly opportunities for everyone. There is no global exposure also, UK is filled with Indians.

Dislikes (Value for money): Definitely not a value for money, professors arena like the Indians ones, everything needs to be done on our own! Engagement opportunities are minimal, it's just restricted to two floors. Lack of practical exposure and you still get tested based on examinations.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1700

Prepping time for classes41 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 37400

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2023Read more

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Can you provide me the placement details of Economics course at University College London?

Answered 2 months ago

MSc Economics course offered by Economics Department, University College London, recorded a career outcome rate of 94.2%. Following are the finer details:

Salary: £42,184 (average) and £38,000 (median)
Location: UK (67%), Overseas (26.4%), EU (6.6%)
Industry: Consultancy, Accountancy & Financial Servi

Ridhi

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In what all industries were University College London graduates placed?

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University College London graduates were placed in a wide range of industries/ sectors with Education and Other Educational Activities as the top one with 16.6% of placements. Other sectors include Health & Social Care, Academic Research and HE, Accountancy and Financial Services, Construction, Bui

Ridhi

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In what all job roles were University College London graduates placed?

Answered 2 months ago

University College London graduates were placed in a wide range of job roles with maximum of them getting placed as Secondary education teaching professionals. Other popular job roles include Generalist medical practitioners, Programmers and software development professionals, Finance and investment

Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

What companies hire from University College London?

Answered 6 months ago

University College London is a popular recruitment destination for some popular for-profit & non-profit organizations in the US & abroad.

The institute's graduates are on the receiving end of job offers from the likes of National Health Service (NHS), Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Amazon, Accenture, JP Mo

Akash Gaur

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What are the placement statistics of University College London (UCL) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)?

Answered a year ago

University College London (UCL) is one of the finest university to study MBA in the USA and Trinity College Dublin (TCD) is the best MBA universities in Ireland. We have mentioned the placement statistics of University College London (UCL) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD) in the table below:

Components	University College London Placements	Trinity College Dublin Placements
Employment rate	90.4%	93%
Average salary	INR 36.2 L	INR 69 L
Top recruiters	Bank of England, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, Google, McKinsey and Company, IBM, BBC, American Express, etc.	Amazon, Google, AECOM, Facebook, CORA Consulting Engineers, Tata Motors, etc.