University of East London

London, England
Public-University

Overview

University of East London (UEL) is a public university located in the London Borough of Newham, London, England, based at three campuses in Stratford and Docklands, following the opening of University Square Stratford in September 2013. The university’s roots can be traced back to 1892 when the West Ham Technical Institute was established. It gained university status in 1992.

As of October 2015, it has more than 19,000 students from 120 countries.

UEL has three campuses, at Stratford and Docklands, the newest of which, University Square Stratford, opened in September 2013. The Barking campus was closed in 2006.

UEL delivers programmes and short courses at the Barking Learning Centre in a nearby borough. Off-campus, there are students registered on programmes with UK and non-UK academic partners, such as the Women’s Institute of Management in Malaysia.

UEL offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

In addition, extended degree programmes are available for many of the single honour programmes. In these programmes, students add a preliminary foundation year to the usual three-year programme.

UEL offers a range of postgraduate degrees, including taught master’s degrees, professional doctorates and research degrees including MPhils and PhDs.

123 in League Table Ranking of The Complete University Guide
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver rating
Type University Public
Year Founded 1992
Size Large
25,000 Students
Location
London
England

Learning

3,4 years
Course Durations Available

TEF Rating

TEF Silver is awarded to institutions that deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for their students, and consistently exceed "rigorous national quality requirements" for higher education in the UK.

Courses Available

  • Accounting, Business, Management and Marketing
  • Architecture, Building, Planning and Design
  • Biology and Biomedical Sciences
  • Computer Science and Information Technology
  • Engineering
  • Health Professions
  • Hospitality and Culinary
  • Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Law and Legal Studies
  • Recreation, Sports and Fitness Studies
  • Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Sciences
  • Visual and Performing Arts

Applying

How to Apply?

Accepts UCAS

For International Students

5.5 Minimum IELTS Score
IELTS Requirement: Required
TOEFL iBT, PTE Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of IELTS)
Deadlines and Important Dates
Jul
10
Application deadline

Cost and Scholarships

Types of Scholarships Available

Merit-based
Need-based
Sports
Regional
Departmental

Scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Total Worth Up to £27,750 over three years, as a cash award or tuition fee waiver
Eligibility and Requirements Undergraduate students starting at University of East London (UEL) for the first time in September 2018 You must be fee-assessed as a home/EU* student Full-time students studying on campus or on distance learning programmes with fees of £9,250 You must have accepted UEL as your firm choice through UCAS Track
Available for International Students No
Application Deadline --
Other Details The Vice-Chancellor scholarship 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.
Dean Scholarships
Total Worth Up to £13,500 over three years, as a cash award or tuition fee waiver.
Eligibility and Requirements Undergraduate students starting at UEL for the first time in September 2018 You must be fee-assessed as a home/EU* student Full-time students studying on campus or on distance learning programmes with fees of £9,250 You must have accepted UEL as your firm choice through UCAS Track
Available for International Students No
Application Deadline --
Other Details The Dean scholarship 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.
Sports Scholarships
Total Worth Up to £6,000 per year of study.
Eligibility and Requirements Excellence in any sport
Available for International Students No
Application Deadline --
Other Details Apart from the financial support, the receipents of the sports receive the following facilities as well: Unlimited physiotherapy and sports massage UKSCA-accredited strength and conditioning training and private access to scholar Strength and Conditioning Facility Aqua East. Active Recovery and Yoga Sessions Gold membership at SportsDock Lifestyle and Performance workshops Access to sports science support, including nutrition, psychology, physiology, biomechanics and performance analysis Elite athlete academic study policy Priority access to on-campus accommodation and the option to stay with other athletes on the programme