University College London
London, England
How much do University College London graduates earn by subject?
University College London graduates earn a median salary of £42,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Economics at £70,100, while Creative arts and design graduates earn £22,600.
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How competitive is University College London?
In 2024, University College London received 156,665 applications and accepted 18,225 students, giving an acceptance rate of 11.6%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £26,200 to £50,300 per year in tuition at University College London. Living costs are estimated at £15,000–£18,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University College London?
82% of University College London graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 23 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,600 to £70,100. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 82.1% | £70,100 |
| Computing | 79.2% | £66,100 |
| Law | 80.1% | £58,400 |
| Mathematical sciences | 85.9% | £56,900 |
| Business and management | 86.7% | £54,400 |
| Engineering | 85.1% | £52,900 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 92.2% | £52,700 |
| Physics and astronomy | 79.7% | £50,700 |
| Chemistry | 79.9% | £47,800 |
| Psychology | 84.8% | £44,500 |
| Languages and area studies | 84.9% | £43,800 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 86% | £43,400 |
| Medical sciences | 85.8% | £43,100 |
| Biosciences | 81.1% | £43,100 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 78.2% | £42,300 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 92.3% | £41,600 |
| History and archaeology | 80.4% | £38,300 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 78.3% | £37,600 |
| English studies | 90.3% | £34,700 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 83.2% | £34,300 |
| Education and teaching | 76.7% | £32,300 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 85.2% | £31,100 |
| Creative arts and design | 78.6% | £22,600 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Varies significantly by course. Competitive courses require A*A*A; others ABB.
View official requirements →Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Economics £70,100
- 2 Computing £66,100
- 3 Law £58,400
- 4 Mathematical sciences £56,900
- 5 Business and management £54,400
International Student Fees
Estimated Living Costs
London living costs (UCL estimate)
View cost details →Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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