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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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | £32,000 | £33,500 | £48,000 |
| Computing | £45,000 | £51,000 | £71,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £40,000 | £41,000 | £55,000 |
| Business and management | £40,000 | £38,000 | £58,000 |
| Engineering | £34,500 | £38,500 | £50,500 |
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,500 | £48,000 | £52,000 |
| Chemistry | £34,000 | £34,000 | £43,500 |
| Psychology | £31,000 | £31,000 | £42,500 |
| Languages and area studies | £24,500 | £24,500 | £29,500 |
| Biosciences | £31,000 | £30,500 | £42,500 |
| History and archaeology | £35,000 | - | £38,300 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £28,000 | £33,000 | £36,500 |
| Education and teaching | £29,000 | £29,000 | £39,500 |
| Creative arts and design | - | £18,500 | £27,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
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.
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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
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Estimated Living Costs
London living costs (UCL estimate)
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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