Depth and breadth

With an STS degree, you’ll explore topics from many angles and regularly share classes with students from all other UCL faculties. In the morning, you could be debating with natural science students. Later, you could be working with the arts students. Nowhere else offers this mix of subjects under one roof to prepare you to solve complex problems that require integrated approaches.

Skills that set you apart

Being able to think independently, reason clearly, and make sense of complex information are skills employers value. That's why STS helps you build a versatile set of skills so you can stand out wherever you go.

Comprehensive support

Community matters at STS, and students are right at the heart of it. The department keeps student-to-tutor ratios low so you can receive individual mentoring. It organises paid summer internships and volunteering opportunities and works closely with UCL Careers and other support teams too.

Results that count

Employers want to see what you’ve actually done. At STS, the goal is for every student to graduate with a diverse portfolio that reflects their experience and skills.

Beyond the lab

There are many ways to work in science besides becoming a scientist. STS degrees are for students interested in science communication and science policy, as well as those who studied science at school but want to explore other paths.