Exchange student destination: UCL or ICL (UK)?

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The discussion centers on the choice between University College London (UCL) and Imperial College London (ICL) for an Erasmus exchange program in physics. The participant is considering these institutions due to their reputable physics faculties and English-taught courses, while expressing concerns about language barriers at Copenhagen University. They seek insights into the academic environment and course offerings, particularly in advanced topics such as general relativity and quantum mechanics. Recommendations include consulting TheStudentRoom.co.uk for firsthand experiences from current students.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Erasmus exchange programs
  • Familiarity with undergraduate physics curriculum
  • Knowledge of university environments in the UK
  • Awareness of course language requirements
NEXT STEPS
  • Research UCL and ICL physics course offerings and faculty
  • Explore TheStudentRoom.co.uk for student experiences and advice
  • Investigate the application process for Erasmus programs
  • Learn about the academic support services available for exchange students
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Prospective exchange students, particularly those in physics, who are evaluating their options for studying abroad at UCL or ICL, as well as those interested in understanding the academic environment and course structures at these institutions.

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I'm currently getting the paperwork done to request admission into an Erasmus exchange program. I've narrowed my options down to University College and Imperial College in London and Copenhaguen University in Denmark, as afaik they have the most reputable physics faculties with courses taught in English (from my list of options).

Some mandatory courses at Copenhaguen are taught exclusively in Danish which will likely be a problem for me so I'm thinking of UCL or ICL.

What is the environment like at these 2 universities? I'll be doing my 4th and final undergraduate year and some of the courses I'll be taking are: general relativity, advanced quantum mechanics ("II" so to speak, perturbation theory), nuclear & particle physics, electronics and a handful of electives + undergrad project.

Anyone with first-hand experience at these 2 institutions as an exchange student?
 
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You might have more luck at TheStudentRoom.co.uk, considering it is a UK based forum with, quite possibly, much more students actually who are actually studying in either program. Be sure to specify which "year" of the program you will be placed in. (BSc 3rd year or MPhys, for e.g)
 
Thanks, I'll have a look at that site. I have no idea if I'll be placed in any "year" in particular, as some of my mandatory 4th year courses are taught in 3rd year & masters programs (or not at all).
 

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