University of East London

The University of East London (UEL) is a careers‑led university. Boasting exceptional teaching standards, UEL has also been awarded University of the Year for Teaching Quality 2025 (The Times Good University Guide).

125 years

of pioneering futures, collaborating with industry and being the university of the people.

3rd

in London for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025)

City campus

one of the only London-based universities to have a self-contained campus

2,000+

employers work with UEL and whatever course you pick, you will develop a set of skills fit for careers of the future

A careers-led university

The University of East London is a careers-first university, offering education and industry access to its students. With ambition and hard work, you can turn your goals into reality through our contacts, expertise, and support. Academics at UEL, often active in their industries, guide you through courses designed to address real-world challenges.

They collaborate with industry to constantly update our courses, ensuring your education aligns with evolving employer needs preparing you for a rewarding career.

Stand out from the crowd

UEL graduates offer employers more than just academic expertise. The degree programmes are designed to include essential skills to help you adapt, embrace change and show potential employers that you are fit for the careers of the future.

The university’s Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth programme develops your emotional, cultural and cognitive intelligence alongside digital skills, communication, resilience and entrepreneurship.

Once you’ve mastered a skill, add it to your Career Passport. This shows potential employers that you’ve invested time in your personal development as well as your studies.

Networking opportunities

Location

Vision 2028: The University of East London commitment to excellence

Learning and living on campus is a dynamic and exciting place to be. UEL is undergoing an exciting transition, and you will love being involved in it. Investing in the wellbeing of staff and students, the university is committed to promoting a healthy study/life balance. This focus provides numerous opportunities for personal development, enabling you to pick up a new hobby, express yourself through one of the creative clubs on offer, or participate in sport.

Campus university with a difference

The University of East London is conveniently located in the heart of London’s Docklands. With campuses at Royal Albert Dock and in Stratford, everything you need is on your doorstep. London is well known for being at the heart of fashion, sport, entertainment and business, all of which are just a short distance from where you will live and study.

On-campus accommodation

UEL is one of the only London-based universities to have a self-contained campus. Additionally, our student accommodation is just steps away from the International Study Centre.

Being based on campus means that you can better manage your time, save money and always feel secure. With comfortable student accommodation (preference given to international students), you will have peace of mind knowing that you are never far from your lectures or the other university facilities.

*On-campus accommodation is available to students who are over 18 years of age. Off‑campus Homestay is available for students under 18 years of age.

Access to the career zone

The careers zone platform includes:

Access to a regularly updated jobs board to find internships, placements and flexible part-time work
Mentoring programmes with industry experts and volunteering experiences
1-2-1 career coaching sessions and advice for budding entrepreneurs
Careers workshops and employer events

Networking opportunities

East London Tech City – a cluster of high-tech companies that’s sprung up over the last few years - includes some of the most prosperous start-ups such as Monzo, Deliveroo, Wise, and Citymapper. This provides networking opportunities and support for our students pursuing careers in the tech and digital industries. Students based on our Docklands campus are ideally placed to engage with these leading organisations and expand their professional networks.

East London location

The campus is set in a thriving area of East London. It offers our students unparalleled advantages, providing exceptional career opportunities and convenient access to transport links spanning London and beyond. With our Docklands campus overlooking the scenic water and our Stratford campuses in the centre of the buzz, there’s something to suit everyone.

Renowned as the most innovative, rapidly expanding, and culturally diverse area in the nation, East London stands as the ideal hub for students seeking career prospects, enriching life experiences, and encounters with extraordinary individuals.