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About UCLUniversity College London is one of the foremost teaching and research institutions in the UK. With its 70 academic departments and over 18,900 students UCL is both the oldest and the largest of the various colleges and institutes that make up the University of London. Read about UCL's origins and key figures in its past here.The Department of Computer Science was founded in 1973 and is renowned for its pioneering work in computer networks and data communications. The department has since broadened its research strengths to include artificial intelligence, software systems engineering, bioinformatics, multimedia and imaging, including computer vision and virtual environments. The Summer School is organised by the Mobile Systems Group.
LocationThe RUNES Summer School will take place is at UCL's main campus located in the Bloomsbury area of London. The nearest Underground stations are Goodge Street or Warren Street (Northern Line), Euston Square (Metropolitan, Circle and Hammersmith & City Lines), or Euston (Northern and Victoria Lines), (all 5 minutes’ walk or less). Follow the links below for further information:The main lectures will be given in the Chadwick Lecture Theatre. More details about the computer classes will be provided closer to the Summer School.
Travel to central LondonBy airAll airports are well connected with the city centre and there are signposts guiding you around. From Heathrow Airport The fastest and easiest method of transport into the centre of London is the Underground. Information about tickets, Oyster cards (cheaper than single tickets) can be found on the Transport for London website. From Heathrow airport, the easiest way to reach the conference is to take the Underground Piccadilly Line to Leicester Square. Change there to the Northern Line, and get off at Goodge Street. Alternatives routes are explained on the BAA Heathrow Airport website baa.com and at heathrow-airport-guide.co.uk/london.htmlFrom Gatwick Airport From Gatwick airport, take the Gatwick express train to Victoria Station. This takes about 40 minutes. From there, take the Victoria Underground Line and get off at Euston; it is then about a 5 minute walk to UCL. Use this link for information on how to get from Gatwick Airport to the centre gatwick-airport-guide.co.ukFrom Stansted Airport You can either go by train (called the Stansted Express) or by coach. Details can be found on the BAA Stansted website baa.com. Some budget airlines sell them on board the aircraft at reduced prices. Return tickets are typically cheaper than two singles.
By Eurostar
By car
Travel within the UKCheck out thetrainline.co.uk for information on train timetable and fares or nationalexpress.com for the bus option. As a rule, trains are more expensive, but faster than buses. If you drive, you can plan your route by using theaa.com.
AccommodationMost delegates will be staying in Ramsay Hall (20 Maple Street, London W1T 5HB). This is a student residence about 5 minutes’ walk from the Lecture theatre. Rooms are simple but clean and comfortable. Soap and a hand towel are provided; if you prefer a bath towel, please bring one with you. Breakfast will be provided at Ramsay Hall. A list of hotels near UCL can be found here.
Weather and clothingWeather in London in July should be warm but may be changeable. So be sure to bring some warmer as well as lighter summer clothes. Dress at the Summer School will be informal. Please note that you will need to walk outside to move between the Lecture Theatre, computer rooms, and residence, so please bring a raincoat or umbrella in case it rains.
Other activities in LondonLondon is a great city and July is probably the best time of the year to explore it. Here are some links to give you ideas about things to see and do:
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