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Key stats

Postgraduate student body breakdown
Source: HESA, 2021

  • Study mode: This university
    28%
    Part Time
    72%
    Full Time
  • Study mode: All universities (avg)
    44%
    Part Time
    56%
    Full Time
  • Student nationality
    51%
    UK
    49%
    International
  • Study level
    9,905
    Undergraduate
    4,950
    Postgraduate
  • New students
    38%
    School leavers
    62%
    Mature students

Overview

At UEL, 94% of the university’s research is considered to be of international standard (REF 2014). Plus, £250k is awarded each year for postgraduate scholarships, providing a 50% discount on taught postgraduate tuition fees.

The university is based across two campuses in the thriving area of East London. Stratford has the Olympic Park on its doorstep while Docklands campus has its own train station. Together, they offer over £450 million of facilities including studios, labs, libraries, and the £21 million Sportsdock sports centre. Central London is less than half an hour away on the tube.

UEL students can choose from over 140 practical, career-focused postgraduate courses in the areas of:

  • Arts
  • Creative and tech industries
  • Architecture
  • Engineering and construction
  • Cultural studies
  • Social sciences
  • Law
  • Business
  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Health
  • Bioscience
  • Sports

Many of these are also accredited by professional bodies, making UEL qualifications globally recognised. 

Postgraduate

94% of research at UEL is ‘internationally recognised’ (REF 2014) and a further 45% was rated ‘internationally excellent’. In addition, £250k is awarded each year for postgraduate scholarships, providing a 50% discount on taught postgraduate programmes to continuing students.

An impressive 82% of postgraduate students at UEL felt that research skills had developed during their course while 89% felt they were encouraged to ask questions and contribute to class discussions.

The university has invested £170 million into new buildings and facilities, benefitting all UEL students.

Postgraduates at UEL remain part of the university community long after graduating as they become part of a 70,000 strong alumni association. This alumni team organises networking events and guest speaker sessions all throughout the year, providing graduates with lifelong career support.

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