The University of East London is a careers-first university.
We prepare our students for the jobs of the future and have been doing this proudly for 125 years.

Our story started in 1898. We’ve survived wars, celebrated momentous sporting events and fought against society’s biggest sustainability issues.

Now in the digital age, the world of work is rapidly changing, and we’re adapting to ensure our graduates have the skills and resilience to succeed in their careers and make a positive impact on society and the planet.

PIONEERING FUTURES
In 1898, the University of East London was founded with the aim of serving both its local community and a wider audience. Our belief is that education is a potent tool in decreasing inequality and promoting a brighter future for everyone. As a demonstration of our dedication to this cause, we partnered with Luke Gray, a former student, to produce an interactive mural at our Docklands Campus that mirrors our fundamental principles. Luke is a surrealist street artist who combines conventional painting methods with augmented reality and integrates various textures and designs into his creations. Pioneering futures since 1898

THE CAREERS-LED UNIVERSITY
We’re changing the face of education to match the ongoing fundamental shift in working cultures. We have collaborated with industry to re-develop, re-design and validate our course portfolio, so the knowledge our students gain reflects the changing needs of industry and prepares our learners for sustainable careers of the future.

Our vision
We’ve always been a pioneering institution and Vision 2028 is our ambitious 10-year strategy. We’re reshaping education for the benefit of all, giving students from any background the skills and opportunities to thrive in the modern world.

The East of the capital is full of opportunities with businesses, developments and innovative careers at every turn. The Olympic Boroughs have the youngest, fastest growing, and most multicultural neighbourhoods in the UK. There has never been a better time to live and learn in east London.

UEL’s 40,000 students represent over 160 different nationalities from across the globe

With campuses in Stratford and the Royal Albert Dock, we’re at the heart of it all. Global businesses are making the area their base and the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf create a brilliant backdrop. Because industry in the area is connected to the rest of the world, so are we.