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Our Vision
The University of East London is a pioneering, careers-first institution with a mission to empower students for successful future careers.
By focusing on career readiness, innovation, and academic excellence, we empower our students to shape the future as the next generation of changemakers. Our commitment to student success is reflected in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024, where graduating students rated the University of East London’s student experience among the top three nationally and 1st in London.
Since our founding in 1898, we have continuously pushed boundaries, seeking solutions to complex social, environmental, and economic challenges.
We equip students with skills valued by employers, foster connections, and provide unwavering support through collaboration with industry partners.
We drive innovation and knowledge that benefit people and the planet while delivering an outstanding learning experience, earning us The Times & Sunday Times University of the Year 2025 for Teaching Quality and a top three ranking in London for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide, 2025).
Careers-First Education
At the University of East London, we don’t just offer an education; we guarantee a pathway to your future. With the UEL Careers Guarantee, you’re not simply choosing a university – you’re embarking on a life-changing journey that begins on day one and prepares you to thrive in a competitive world.
Our careers-first approach is uniquely tailored to each student, providing access to industry partners, a wide array of digital tools, fresh initiatives, and comprehensive services. This holistic package is designed to match your aspirations and fully equip you with the skills and experience needed to achieve your ambitions and shape your future.
Our Careers Guarantee
Extended Career Support
Think all universities are the same?
Think again.
At the University of East London, we not only promise an education; we guarantee a pathway to your future through our Careers Guarantee.
Future-Focused Education
From the first day at our university, every course is designed with your future career in mind. We ensure you graduate job-ready and prepared to excel in your chosen field. Our degrees adhere to industry standards and include employability modules that directly boost your career prospects.
We are dedicated to your longterm success. Our comprehensive 18-month postgraduate career support programme guides you through the transition from student to professional, offering continuous support to help you secure your ideal career.
Real-World Experience
Gain hands-on experience with work placements and industry projects integrated into your studies. These opportunities enhance your learning and provide direct pathways to employment, giving you a competitive edge.
Networking in London
Leverage the strategic advantage of studying in London, a global hub for business and innovation. Our programmes provide a gateway to the world, giving you direct access to networking events with international and UK industry leaders, enriching your educational experience and expanding your professional network.
Work While You Study
Enhance your academic journey with the option to work while you study. This flexibility is especially beneficial for international students, enabling you to gain valuable UK work experience and achieve financial independence during your studies.
Certification
Your badge of excellence: stand out to potential employers with our Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth certification and digital badging programme. These credentials provide additional recognition of your skills, enhancing the visibility and value of your achievements in the job market.
Innovative Career Framework
From the moment you join us, you benefit from a structured career framework that encompasses preentry career exploration, extensive in-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and post-graduation support, including career advice and graduate internships.
Global Career Opportunities
Access a world of opportunities with our GoinGlobal partnership, which features an international job board with guides on work permits and visa advice, enhancing your ability to find employment both in the UK and abroad.
Entrepreneurial Support
If you aspire to start your own business, leverage our startup support programmes, which include start-up visas and funding for new ventures. Our university is recognised for fostering student entrepreneurs, providing the resources and support to bring your innovative ideas to life.
Proven Success
Join a university known for its high satisfaction rates and national recognition for employability strategies. Our graduates experience a high rate of employment and career advancement, demonstrating our commitment to not only educate but also empower you to succeed in your future career.
Our Impact
We’re partnering with local and global organisations to drive impactful change worldwide. From addressing health disparities to building sustainable infrastructure and harnessing AI’s potential, our collaborations span diverse research domains. Discover how we’re driving real-world change at:
uel.ac.uk/our-research
Our Vibrant Campuses
We’re one of the only universities in London with a self-contained campus, yet our closeknit community feel extends across all our sites throughout east London. Uniquely situated in this booming, diverse, and fast-growing region, we offer students incredible opportunities alongside excellent transport links across the city and beyond. Step outside our campuses, and you’ll find yourself in one of the most multicultural and exciting areas of London—an inspiring place for career development, life experiences, and connecting with extraordinary people.
Check out what East London has to offer
Docklands
Jump off the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) and you’re only steps away from our beautiful waterfront campus, home to many of our students. You’ll study in stunning surroundings and always be close to the opportunities central London offers such as The Royal Drawing School at Trinity Buoy Wharf, the O2 Arena, and ExCel London. We run free buses to our Stratford campus to provide you with easy access to lectures. As a undergraduate student, you'll enjoy access to our exceptional facilities, including the £21 million SportsDock, the Way Out East Gallery, the Children’s Garden Nursery, various cafes, the 24/7 library, and more.
USS
University Square Stratford (USS) is one of London’s most modern and well-equipped campuses. It is home to our performing arts courses, The Source, and our business, law and criminology courses. Our Legal Advice Centre gives students the opportunity to have real-life experience in the field and give back to the community by offering free advice to those unable to pay for it. We’ve invested £33 million in facilities including a student centre and help desk, specialist dance and performance art spaces, a Harvard lecture theatre with live capture technology, and a simulated court room for mooting experience.
Stratford
Our historic Stratford campus is in one of the best-connected areas in London, close to Stratford’s thriving town centre and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park which was the host to the 2012 London Olympic Games. The Stratford campus is home to the School of Childhood and Social Care and the Centre for Clinical Education in Podiatry and Physiotherapy. Stratford’s facilities include our recently upgraded Hospital and Primary Care Hub complete with a fully working ambulance and A&E service for students to put their learning in a real-life context. You’ll also find a state-of-the-art library and learning centre, upgraded laboratories, and computing services, a campus restaurant, bookshop and Students’ Union café-bar.
Affordable accommodation
Our accommodation is divided into the West Student Village and the East Student Village. `With a range of premium, standard and wheelchair accessible spaces, you can find a home that matches your budget and needs. Every room on campus is single occupancy and en-suite, meaning you will have your own private bathroom no matter where on campus you live.
Our waterside campus accommodation is close to everything the local area has to offer. Hop between campuses with our free bus service or head into central London on the DLR.
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Course Facilities
We’ve invested £170 million in fantastic spaces. Whatever subject you study, you’ll have exactly what you need to prepare for your career. Everything is industry standard, from our multimedia production spaces to specialist labs for research. Joining us to study law? You’ll work with real clients in our Legal Advice Centre. Training for a healthcare role? Our £250,000 Simulation Centre and Hospital & Primary Care Training Hub feature cuttingedge technology, including augmented and virtual reality and SimMan 3G Plus patient mannequins—making UEL one of only two universities in Europe to offer this advanced training experience. The Stratford Health Campus is currently under construction, set to become a cutting-edge hub for community care, research, and NHS career training.
If you’re passionate about the arts, The Source—our brand-new venue in Stratford’s cultural quarter— offers an inspiring space for creative expression and live performance. Developed in partnership with Newham’s Youth Empowerment Service, The Source brings together students and the wider community, featuring performance spaces for learning, collaboration, and hire.
To find out what facilities you’ll use on your course, browse our subject area pages or visit uel.ac.uk/subjects
Check out our virtual tour and discover our facilities from the comfort of your home
virtualtour.uel.ac.uk
Our Community
At the University of East London, we believe that university is more than just a place to study—it’s a place to belong.
#TeamUEL is our vibrant, diverse community where every student is valued and supported to thrive. With students from over 160 nationalities and a strong commitment to social inclusion, we celebrate individuality and create spaces where you can be yourself. Whether you’re the first in your family to attend university or looking for a fresh start, you’ll find the support, opportunities, and connections to help you feel at home.
Testimonials
Sachi Bean
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Sachi’s journey to UEL was driven by her passion for physiotherapy, but financial challenges initially made her hesitant about applying to university. Receiving the ViceChancellor’s Scholarship allowed her to pursue her studies without financial strain, recognising her individuality beyond just academics. At UEL, she has been able to balance her love for physiotherapy with her passion for acting, recently securing a role in a commercial tied to the new Beetlejuice movie. With the support and flexibility of her course, Sachi is embracing every opportunity and building a future where she can make an impact in both fields.
Pariss Sailsman BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
Pariss’ journey to success began through the Clearing process at the University of East London. Despite initial setbacks, she found her path through the foundation course in Applied Criminology - a perfect fit given her passion for addressing systemic inequalities. With the support of dedicated tutors, she progressed to a BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice, graduating with a 2:1.
Her degree provided both academic knowledge and practical experience across the probation service, prison service, and youth offending. This inspired her to launch Journal to Dreams, an award-winning organisation empowering women and young people.
Pariss credits UEL’s supportive environment and hands-on approach for helping her turn challenges into opportunities, proving that with the right support, anything is possible.
What We Teach
No UCAS Points? No problem. Our pre-entry programmes can help support your journey into uni.
Allied &
Public Health
Professions
Architecture and Design
Business and Finance
Computer
Science & AI
Bioscience
Counselling,
Communities and
Social Work
Engineering and Built
Environment
Global Sustainable Development
Education and
Teacher Training
Hospitality,
Tourism and Events
Fashion
Law, Policing & Justice
Media
Nursing and Midwifery
Performing
Arts
Psychology
Sport Science
Visual Arts
Fees and Funding
At the University of East London, we try to make financing your studies simple and affordable. As well as a variety of funding available to you, we offer financial support and advice to make sure you get the most from your student experience.
Student Loan
You may be able to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan. Find more info at the www.gov.uk/ student-finance website.
Employer Sponsorship and Self-Funding
Under this arrangement, your employer agrees to pay or contribute towards your tuition fees for a course that’s directly relevant and beneficial to them.
Early Payment Discount
Pay your tuition fees early and we’ll give you a 5% discount on your tuition fees. Further information can be found on the Early Payment Discount page.
Scholarships and Bursaries
Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of merit and need. The funding is non-repayable. Eligibility criteria, application deadlines and terms and conditions apply. Scholarships are subject to annual review – please check our website for full details and latest awards.
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships
The £27,750 scholarship paid over three years targets academic excellence and financial need and reflects a commitment to the University’s values. You choose whether to receive a cash payment or put it towards your tuition fees.
Dean Scholarships
The £13,500 paid over three years targets academic excellence and financial need and reflects a commitment to the University’s values. You have the flexibility to choose whether to receive this as a cash payment or put it towards your tuition fees.
Partner Scholarships
Partner Scholarship Scheme supports local school and college students who can contribute positively to the University and awards a £1,000 cash payment in the first year of study.
EU Scholarship
EU students who want to study in London can get £1,000 cash award towards start-up costs. Whether it’s paying for flights between home and London or a deposit to live in halls, you have the choice of how you spend the money.
UTC Scholarships Scheme
There are three categories of scholarship: Standard, Gold and Platinum. All LDE UTC students are eligible for the Standard (£1,500) Scholarship. To be considered for the Gold (£2,000) and Platinum (£2,500) Scholarships, students will need to complete a consent form giving LDE UTC permission to share their profile data with UEL.
Sports Scholarships
We are the most ambitious and the most improved university in the UK for sport, and our sports scholarships of up to £6,000 per year are helping to create worldclass athletic superstars.
Young Independent Students (YIS) Bursary
Our Young Independent Student Bursary supports students who have been in care through their local authority, are estranged from their parents, young refugees or adult careers through a nonrepayable cash award of £1,000.
Engagement Bursary
Cash awards range from £100 to £3,000 and cover a variety of categories including childcare, travel and summer support.
Progression Bursary
Our progression bursary scheme range from £100 to to £3,000 to help support employability for our undergraduate student groups with financial barriers.
Hardship Bursary
Our new hardship bursary scheme provides a cash award ranging from £100 to £3,000 to students from low income backgrounds experiencing financial difficulties in meeting their living costs.
Short Course Bursary
We are offering eligible students on our short courses, such as New Beginnings and Introduction to Law and Criminology, a generous £200 bursary to cover tuition fees.
Helena Kennedy Foundation Bursary
The Helena Kennedy Foundation offers support to disadvantaged students who have overcome significant barriers in order to continue with their education at university level. Each year the Helena Kennedy Foundation invites FE Colleges and Sixth Form Colleges to nominate a student to receive a £2,250 bursary sponsored by the University of East London. For further information please contact the foundation at admin@hkf.org.uk
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We work With Industry
Our partnerships with 2,500+ employers offers diverse learning opportunities through our curriculum and Diversity of Thought programme, alongside ample support for student businesses and careers provided by our Career Zone.
Our Courses
Computer Science and AI
BSc (Hons) Computer
BSc (Hons) Computer
Counselling, Communities and Social Work
Engineering and Built Environment
(Hons) Education Studies Online
(Hons) Primary Education with QTS
Performing Arts
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Your grades Into UCAS points
Most of our courses require a certain number of points for admission purposes. Your grades and qualifications are automatically translated by our admissions officers, but to give you an overview we’ve got some information below to help you gain a better understanding of what you need to get on your course of choice.
We also take into consideration your experience and for some subjects, your portfolio or creative work. For detailed information on entry requirements for all UEL courses, please see our course pages here:
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A-Levels and Highers
(D) Distinction (M) Merit (P) Pass
T Level: UCAS Points
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: UCAS Points
Higher and Degree Apprenticeships at UEL
Earn while you learn with a higher or degree apprenticeship at the University of East London. We partner with leading employers to offer tuition-free pathways to recognised qualifications while gaining valuable work experience.
Key benefits:
– No tuition fees - training costs are covered by employers and the government
– Industry-focused - accredited by professional bodies like the NMC, ICE, and TechSkills
– Flexible study - designed to fit around work commitments
– Career-ready - gain real-world experience and a recognised qualification up to Master’s level
Apprenticeship programmes include:
– Social Work (Integrated Degree)
– Aerospace Engineering (Level 6)
– Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Integrated Degree)
– Dietician Level: 6 (Integrated Degree)
– Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Level 6
How to apply
Find an apprenticeship job with an employer in your chosen field and apply through them. Apprenticeship vacancies are listed on job sites like Indeed, Reed, and the National Apprenticeship Website.
For more information, visit uel.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships or contact degreeapprenticeships@uel.ac.uk
Open Days
Discover the University of East London at one of our upcoming Open Events. These inperson events are the perfect opportunity to explore different aspects of university life. Find out more about our courses, fees and finance, accommodation and the support we provide. At the University of East London, we help you graduate with an internationally recognised degree to help you gain a career in your chosen field.
You will get the chance to:
– Watch the welcome talk from our ViceChancellor & President, Professor Amanda Broderick
– Learn about our approach to teaching and learning
– Attend live subject talks and ask questions to our academics
– Talk to current students and ask them about life at University of East London
– Explore our waterfront student accommodation
– Discover the wide range of support offered to you as a University of East London student
– Receive application guidance and advice.
Scan the QR code to book your place at our open day.
Admissions and applicant enquiries:
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm)
Accommodation:
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 8223 4445
Email: residentiallife@uel.ac.uk
Student Support:
Telephone:l +44 (0) 20 8223 4444
Careers Services:
Email: careerzone@uel.ac.uk
International Student Advisors:
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 8223 3040
Email: international@uel.ac.uk
