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19 reviews
4.0
12 Apr 2025
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Pros

Fantastic facilities, with a push for commercialisable tech

Cons

Low pay, and limited opportunities for extra pay

4.0
24 Oct 2024
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Happy to work here - good opportunities

Cons

A lot of old systems

5.0
1 Jul 2024
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Great place to work. Management is supportive, work structure is flexible, great environment, lots of networking opportunities.

Cons

Difficult to advance but no worse than in other academic environments.

4.0
5 Mar 2025

Relatively flexible

Anonymous employee
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Flexible work as an ambassador

Cons

Not as many work opportunities

4.0
8 Dec 2025

Steady and reliable

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Steady and reliable Banded Pay Good holidays and benefits

Cons

Not much progression opportunity Hierarchical

5.0
7 Oct 2024

Really good experience

Anonymous employee
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Good opportunities for students to work part time

Cons

No cons from my end

5.0
8 Oct 2024
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Supportive environment for students, lots of opportunities to contribute.

Cons

Relatively small amount of contact hours.

5.0
22 Jul 2024
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Pros

Academic excellence: University College London consistently ranks near the top of rankings of the world's top universities, offering high-quality education and cutting-edge research opportunities across a range of disciplines. Diverse Community: The community consists of a diverse group of students and faculty from all over the world, creating a culturally rich and very inclusive academic environment. Location: Located in the heart of London, next to the British Library and the British Museum, UCL offers unrivalled cultural, professional and academic resources. Research facilities: State-of-the-art laboratories, libraries and research centres support innovative research and development. Expert Faculty: Students have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with leading experts and researchers both on campus and off campus. Career Services: Comprehensive career support, including internships, networking events and industry contacts to enhance employability.

Cons

Cost of living: London is an expensive city with high costs for accommodation, transport and daily expenses. Large class sizes: Some courses may have large numbers of students, which can lead to less personalized attention from teachers. Administrative bureaucracy: University management can sometimes be slow and difficult. Stress and competition: High academic standards and a competitive environment can be stressful and stressful for some students. Facilities Demand: High demand for facilities and resources can sometimes lead to limited availability or overcrowding.

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