Envision UCL 2026
Envision UCL is a programme of three in-person events exclusively for students of Black African and Black Caribbean heritage in Year 10, who are interested in learning more about university.
Are you in Year 10 and of Black heritage? Do you want to find out more about your options after secondary school? Are you interested in attending university? Then Envision UCL is for you!
What is Envision UCL?
Envision UCL is an exciting opportunity for Year 10 students of Black African and Black Caribbean heritage who want to explore what university could be like. It's your chance to step onto a world-leading university campus, meet new people, build confidence, and start shaping your future—before you even finish your GCSEs.
Designed to inform, inspire, and empower, across the programme you'll take part in interactive sessions to help you understand how university works, while also supporting you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed beyond school.
The core Envision programme consists of three in-person events, hosted on Saturdays on UCL's Bloomsbury campus in central London. All events are free to attend and a packed lunch will be provided. There will also be an online information session for parents and carers.
Applications for Envision UCL 2026 are now open. The deadline to apply is 10am on Monday 13 April. Any applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Programme dates & location
| Event | Format | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Launch event | Online | Wednesday 29 April, 5–6:30pm |
| Event 1: Identity | In person | Saturday 9 May, 9:30am–3:30pm |
| Event 2: Making Decisions | In person | Saturday 6 June, 9:30am–3:30pm |
| Parents & carers session | Online | Wednesday 24 June, 6–7:30pm |
| Event 3: Setting Goals | In person | Saturday 4 July, 9:30am–3:30pm |
Location for in-person days: UCL Bloomsbury Campus (Central London) Please note: we expect successful applicants to attend all three in-person events, so please only apply if you are confident that you can complete all elements of the programme.
Why attend?
By taking part in Envision you will:
- Experience what university learning and life are really like
- Take part in interactive workshops and group activities
- Build confidence in speaking up, working in groups and sharing ideas
- Gain practical skills and knowledge to help you plan your future
- Meet inspiring UCL students of Black heritage and gain authentic insights into university life
- Start seeing yourself as someone who belongs at university
- Visit the campus and find out more about UCL
And it is FREE to attend!
