University College London UCL as alumni, faculty or researchers. UCL was founded on 11 February 1826 under the name London University, as an alternative to the Anglican universities of Oxford and Cambridge. London University's first Warden was Leonard Horner, who was the first scientist to head a British university. Despite the commonly held belief that the philosopher Jeremy Bentham was the founder of UCL, his direct involvement was limited to the purchase of share No. 633, at a cost of £100 paid in nine instalments between December 1826 and January 1830. In 1828 he did nominate a friend to sit on the council,
Filming at University College London Society and the UCLU Drama Society, often film in and around UCL. Filming at University College London Filming at University College London is a frequent occurrence. The university is used as a location for film and television recording because of its position within London and the historical nature of the UCL Main Building and quad. A list of films and TV appearances includes: The Bloomsbury Theatre has been used as the venue for DVD recordings of famous stand-up comedians' tours. Additionally, musicians The Zombies recorded "The Zombies Live At The Bloomsbury Theatre, London" for CD and DVD in the Bloomsbury