Summary
The University of East London (UEL) is in the top 15 for student satisfaction (Complete University 大象传媒). A careers-led university, UEL has prepared students for the jobs of the future for over 125 years. UEL works alongside businesses to ensure courses reflect changes within industry and job markets. Students graduate equipped with cutting-edge skills, employer connections, and the confidence to thrive in today鈥檚 evolving job market.
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Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate62%Postgraduate38%
Study mode
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Full-time88%Part-time12%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK70%International27%EU3%
Student gender
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Male 44%Female 56%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
125th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000449 45%125th
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Entry standards
/ Max 212115 54%114th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.19 80%14th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.58 65%105th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.35 35%88th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251009 30%124th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2226644 29%68th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.325.0130th
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Continuation
/ Max 10090.6 91%86th
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Graduate prospects 鈥� outcomes
/ Max 10062.0 62%126th
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Graduate prospects 鈥� on track
/ Max 10069.6 70%121st
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Law
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Physiotherapy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
90th out of 103
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10077.6 78%90th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227108 48%81st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.27 82%20th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.30 58%85th
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Continuation
/ Max 10090.1 90%77th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10048.0 48%91st
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Study options
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Frequently asked questions
UEL is a careers-first university that guarantees a future-focused education. From day one, students benefit from industry-aligned courses, employability modules, and real-world experience through placements and industry projects. UEL鈥檚 Careers Guarantee provides 18 months of postgraduate career support, networking opportunities with top employers, and access to global career resources. Ranked in the top 3 in London for Student Satisfaction (Complete University 大象传媒 2025), UEL empowers students with the skills, connections, and confidence to succeed in their careers 鈥� wherever their ambitions take them.
UEL offers stunning waterfront halls of residence, which are convenient, secure and comfortable. Students enjoy free Wi-Fi, kitchen and dining facilities, communal areas and 24-hour security. A range of accommodation types are offered to suit all budgets.
The wellbeing of students is a high priority, and the one-stop-shop Student Hub can assist with a range of academic and personal support needs. In addition, a range of means-tested bursaries and competitive scholarships are offered to support with the costs of university.