Program Overview
The Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) at University College London (UCL) is a Preparation Course programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The UCL Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) are for international students of high academic potential who are aiming to gain access to undergraduate degree programmes at UCL or other top UK universities but whose education systems in their own countries do not offer qualifications suitable for direct admission.
Suitable UPC applicants will be holding excellent grades which will be demonstrated on school transcripts.\xc2\xa0
Please check our\xc2\xa0UPC academic entry requirements by country\xc2\xa0before making an application.
UPC courses are not suitable for international students completing their secondary education with qualifications which allow them direct entry onto a UCL undergraduate degree programme (e.g. with the full IB Diploma or A levels). Please view\xc2\xa0UCL\'s Undergraduate Prospectus\xc2\xa0to check which qualifications are accepted, by degree programme.
Suitable candidates will be over 16 years of age at the start of the course.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 18,475 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College London (UCL) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College London (UCL)
University College London (UCL)
London, UK
University College London, which operates as UCL, is a public research university in London, England. It is a member institution of the federal University of London, and is the second-largest...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months