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University Of East London

The University of East London is an exciting, diverse learning community. We aim to give our students an enthusiasm for new ideas, new knowledge and new learning, and the opportunities to excel in their chosen careers.

The University of East London is a dynamic university at the cutting edge of cultural and technological change. In an increasingly competitive and highly skilled economy, we are developing programmes of teaching and research that are practical, innovative and relevant, meeting the needs of students and industry alike.

We are now recognised as one of the UK’s leading modern universities, and our researchers are engaged in work of national and international importance across a wide range of disciplines. According to the results of the most recent government research assessment exercise, UEL is among the top ten post-1992 universities in the UK for research. 

With more than 21,000 students from 110 countries worldwide, UEL is one oftheUK’s most diverse and fastest growing universities. In recent years, we have invested over£170 million in facilities at our main campuses atStratford and Docklands, in the heart of London’s Thames Gateway. We offer over 300 undergraduate and postgraduate courses, short courses and professional development working with partners locally and around the world. We are now a market leader in the provision of higher education by distance learning.

Our Knowledge Dock enterprise development service works with hundreds of businesses and entrepreneurs, In 2008, Knowledge Dock was designated a Business Innovation Centre by the European Commission, the only such accredited centre in London. 

• Libraries open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during term time
• 93% of graduates are in employment or further study within six months of completing studies
• Worldwide alumni network of over 35,000, including leading figures in government, industry, finance, the media and the arts
• Docklands campus, London’s first new campus for 50 years, short-listed for Building of the Year 2001
• Working with partners to create legacy for London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games
• Visit the website at www.uel.ac.uk