About ULO

Radcliffe Telescope

The University of London Observatory is a hands-on teaching observatory and is part of the Astrophysics Group at UCL's Department of Physics and Astronomy.

We are equipped with five permanently mounted telescopes, two computer classrooms and a specialist astronomy library. Our relatively close proximity to the main campus, and the provision of regular classes, ensure that students have good access to the telescopes. In addition to observing, students are expertly trained in data reduction, application of astrophysical theory, and computer-based astronomy. This can take place in the context of an undergraduate degree module, an evening class or a student project.

ULO remains active in scientific inquiry, with a strong observational research programme in extrasolar planets. We are in the process of expanding our observing capabilities with the development of unattended (remote & robotic) observing modes, which will culminate in a new large robotic telescope, a project for which funding is currently underway.

We offer guided tours to the public (booking required), and are actively engaged in outreach activities to schools.

Further Information:

• ULO Development Project
• Telescopes
• History of the Observatory
• Staff profiles