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University of East London

(4.5)
212 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2026 ranking
33
126
114

Overview

University of East London information

Level of study
Undergraduate60%Postgraduate40%
Mode of study
Full-time94%Part-time6%
Gender ratio
Female45%Male55%Other0%
Where students come from
International19%UK81%
Number of students
20,740
Source: HESA

About University of East London

UCAS code: E28

UEL's students have one thing in common, their drive to achieve their ambitions. We create an environment that allows our students to reach their goals, through an inspiring atmosphere and teaching that is designed with your future in mind. Students' attitudes are reflected in UEL's ambitions to grow and regenerate.

Source: University of East London

Tuition fees at University of East London

  • First year tuition fees for UK students range from £5,760 to £9,535 with the most common fee for a course being £9,535.
  • International students pay £15,560 in the first year for all courses.

Job prospects

Undergraduate

£22.6k

Average graduate salary

83%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

87%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from University of East London

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from University of East London

University of East London open days

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Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.

Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are University of East London's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

120 UCAS points
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MEng 4 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

120 UCAS points
Mechanical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

120 UCAS points
Interior Architecture

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

120 UCAS points
Civil Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

120 UCAS points
Social Work

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

120 UCAS points
Midwifery

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Occupational Therapy

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Construction Management

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Cyber Security & Networks

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Accounting and Finance

MAccFin (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Primary Education with QTS

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Psychology (Distance Learning)

BSc (Hons) 3 Years distance learning (full-time) 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Medical Physiology

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Chemistry

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

112 UCAS points
Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Civil Engineering

BEng (Hon) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Airline and Airport Management

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Mechatronics Engineering

BEng (Hon) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Product Design

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Docklands Campus

112 UCAS points
Criminology and Criminal Justice

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Stratford Campus

University of East London student reviews

(4.5)
Based on 212 reviews from University of East London's students and alumni
5 star
66%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
3%
1 star
1%
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Showing 163 reviews

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

The uni life was great and memorable, all thanks to UEL.

University life

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

They have offered scholarships which makes it more easy with the financial aspect.

Finance

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

I was much supported by career zone. They provide one on one session on career guiding.

(4)
Support

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

Facilities are up to date and advanced.

Facilities

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

Much satisfied with course and the way the modules have been managed.

(5)
Course

Graduate

Film Studies

2 weeks ago

Studying at UEL is a life changing experience, you get to see a lot of new things in terms of teaching and managing the course. It was worth!!

(5)
Overall

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East London

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

90%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

94%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

88%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

87%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

88%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

89%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

89%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

87%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

87%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

91%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

87%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

84%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

84%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

86%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

83%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

90%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

81%

med

How well organised is your course?

78%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

87%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

91%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

77%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

87%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

83%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

90%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

84%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

87%

high

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

89%

high

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

88%

med

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

81%

high

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

84%

med

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

89%

high

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