Open Day Programme by University of East London

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About UEL

Docklands Campus

Stratford Campus

University Square Stratford (USS)

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Campus Maps Travel Directions Explore East London

Student Support

How to Apply

Essential Info

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Welcome We are delighted to welcome you to the University of East London Open Day. Our open days offer a range of interactive activities to provide a memorable flavour of academic and social student life. We want you to have an experience of life as a UEL student and to get to know the university in all its diversity. Your Academic School will extend a warm welcome and offer a range of opportunities to explore the social and support sides of student life, as well as subject taster sessions designed to deepen your understanding of the course you are interested in. During the event, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have the opportunity to talk to academic staff and students, who will be happy to answer questions on their personal experience of life at the university.

At our Student Services Fair, staff will be on hand to explain the professional support services and facilities available at UEL, such as our careers service, financial support, accommodation, Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Union, Library and our state-of-the-art SportsDock centre, chosen for the 2012 Olympics American team training base. You will have an opportunity to take campus and accommodation tours and we also hold a dedicated Student Finance talk. We aim to make these days as informative, interesting and relaxing as possible for you. We hope that you enjoy your day here and we look forward to welcoming you as a student in the very near future.

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About UEL

We offer our 19,000 students a deep learning experience where you can apply all that you learn in the classroom, laboratory or studio to real-life projects and practical assignments. Ours is an engaged curriculum. You will take part in research projects that help to tackle key social, business and cultural issues. You will be able to ‘learn by doing’, developing the skills and knowledge that will fully equip you for the career you choose. We’re committed to providing you with a rich, experiential learning environment that will support you to attain the best possible degree and take on new challenges, academic and professional, with confidence. We will encourage you and support you in your ambition and drive to succeed.

94% of our research is ‘internationally recognised’ or higher (REF 2014).

Our location, with two modern campuses stretching between the Royal Docks to the edge of the Olympic Park in Stratford, offers a unique environment for learning, teaching and applied research. It represents a ‘living laboratory’ for social innovation and community engagement. You will be taught by world-class academics. We have nearly doubled our output of worldleading research over the last six years. Our staff are ambitious for you and creative at finding ways to encourage you and to develop your abilities. You will also find yourself in an incredibly diverse, dynamic institution. We have students of more than 120 nationalities, all with the desire to achieve great things. As London’s leading university for civic engagement, we will help you to become active citizens who can make a real difference to the world.

Docklands Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Undergraduate Taster Sessions Come and get a real feel for life at UEL at one of our subject taster sessions. 11.00 - 12.30

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Anthropology

KD2.18, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

EB.1.40, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Social Sciences

We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for humanities’ students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

Enter our social science ‘lab’ where together we’ll examine and debate key themes of culture, race and social classes. You’ll explore these concepts and think about how they inform cultures and society, individuals, and politics in a global and multicultural context. Join us in a lively debate!

Animation & Illustration AVA.G.45, AVA Building Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries In our Animation & Illustration taster session you’ll have a chance to ask questions and see finished student films. There will be a practical workshop where you will get to try out fun, rough and ready animation techniques in the animation base room.

Applied Sport & Exercise Sciences SD.1.03/1.04, SportsDock Docklands Campus School of Health, Sport and Bioscience You will be able to get ahead of the game with UEL’s expert staff offering a general introduction to the Sport area with a talk from a senior lecturer and practical demonstrations of each course. This will be followed by individual programme talks for every course Sport has to offer! You will also have a chance to take a tour of our world class SportsDock facilities home to Team USA during London 2012 Olympics!

Architecture AVA Architecture studio, AVA Building Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering 3D Design & Fibrous Generative Assemblage: Get creative with design and construct a 3D structure using a wide variety of different materials.

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Civil Engineering

Creative and Professional Writing

KD.2.28, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering

KD.2.17, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

Take the water network challenge: Create, design and construct a working water network model. Use different pipes to work through various obstacles.

Computer Science KD.2.15, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering

We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for humanities students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

Digital Media

Web servers are easy as Pi”, a fun-based activity programming Raspberry Pi sets

WB.1.26, West Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

Computing for Business

An interaction between current students and prospective applicants showcasing students projects during the academic year.

KD.2.15, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering Web servers are easy as Pi”, a fun-based activity programming Raspberry Pi sets

Construction Management KD.2.28, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering Join in the water network challenge. Create, design and construct a working water network model. Use different pipes to work through various obstacles.

Docklands Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Undergraduate Taster Sessions Come and get a real feel for life at UEL at one of our subject taster sessions. 11.00 - 12.30

English

Film

KD.1.29, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

EB.1.37, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for Humanities’ students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

An interaction between current students and prospective applicants showcasing students projects during the academic year.

Fashion Design Fashion Marketing Fashion Textiles KD Second Floor, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries You will arrive in the Knowledge Dock 2nd floor where you will be greeted by staff and students from the Fashion & Textiles Subject area; you will receive an overview of the curriculum, followed by a tour of the facilities per course interest. As part of the tour you will have the opportunity to participate in programme focused activities. Students will have the opportunity to review past students’ work and to receive advice on portfolio preparation for the interview.

Fine Art AVA.G.26, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries One of our artists who teach on the course will make a presentation of work by students and by some of the artists teaching on the course. You will be shown the extensive range of workshops and studios, where you will see student work in progress. There will be an opportunity to ask questions about your course.

Games WB.1.07, West Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries An interaction between current students and prospective applicants showcasing students projects during the academic year.

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Graphic Design

Illustration

AVA.1.06E, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

AVA.1.46, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

In one of our Design Studios we will introduce you to the subject and way we run our course. We’ll have a selection of student work for you to see and you’ll have a chance to ask questions. With current students on hand you will also have the opportunity to ask them about their experience and the type of projects and work they are producing.

Your programme leader will deliver a presentation about the programme, showing student work on their own websites. You will also take part in a practical illustration project called ‘Spot the Difference’

History KD1.28, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for Humanities’ students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

Interior Design AVA Architecture studio, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering 3D Design and Fibrous Generative Assemblage: An interactive and creative group design activity

International Development EB.1.40, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Social Sciences Enter our social science ‘lab’ where together we’ll examine and debate key themes of culture, race and social classes. You’ll explore these concepts and think about how they inform cultures and society, individuals, and politics in a global and multicultural context.

Docklands Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Undergraduate Taster Sessions Come and get a real feel for life at UEL at one of our subject taster sessions. 11.00 - 12.30

International Relations

Media & Communications

EB.1.40, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Social Sciences

EB.1.38, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

An interaction between current students and prospective applicants showcasing students projects during the academic year.

Journalism

During our Photography taster session you will be shown the shoot studios, darkrooms and print areas by recent graduates or students, and view work by students in one of the studios. Working with one of the tutors you will have the opportunity to investigate the cyanotype process and produce your own print.

KD.1.30, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for Humanities’ students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

Mechanical Engineering KD.1.27, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering Get involved building a model of a bridge using balsa wood and hot glue guns.

Photography AVA 1.06A, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries

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Product Design AVA Architecture studio, AVA Building, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering A fun activity exploring the importance of material properties, forms and structures. Working individually or in a team, you will compete in a friendly environment to design, develop and create a supporting structure; that at the end of the exercise will require you to undertake some real product testing!! Are you up for the challenge?!

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Psychosocial Studies

Surveying & Mapping Sciences

EB.1.39, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Social Sciences

KD.2.28, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering

Sociology & Social Policy EB.1.42, East Building, Docklands Campus School of Social Sciences Enter our social science ‘lab’ where together we’ll examine and debate key themes of culture, race and social classes. You’ll explore these concepts and think about how they inform cultures and society, individuals, and politics in a global and multicultural context. Join us in a lively debate!

Sports Journalism KD.2.20, Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus School of Arts and Digital Industries We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about the course or about study at UEL. We will explore the career paths available for Humanities’ students. Taster sessions will include working in the newsroom on story production, working in an advertising studio to design adverts, and a creative writing workshop.

Join in the water network challenge. Create, design and construct a working water network model. Use different pipes to work through various obstacles.

Docklands Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Postgraduate Courses Come speak to our academics to find out more about the courses we offer and to make an application. 11.00 - 12.30

School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering

School of Health, Sport & Bioscience Sports Dock, SD.1.03 & SD.104

Knowledge Dock Foyer, Docklands Campus MRes Sports Science MA Architecture & Urbanism MA Professional Landscape Architecture MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) MRes Architecture MSc Civil Engineering MSc Data Science MSc Information Security and Digital Forensics MSc Structural Engineering PGDip Civil Engineering PGDip Structural Engineering Prof Doc Information Security

School of Arts & Digital Industries Knowledge Dock Foyer, Docklands Campus MA Acting MA Filmmaking MA Fine Art MA Heritage Studies MA Theatre Directing Prof Doc Fine Art (DFA)

Graduate School East Building, Docklands Campus MRes Research

School of Social Sciences East Building Atrium, Docklands Campus MSc International Relations MSc NGO Development Management PGCert NGO Development Management (Distance Learning) MA Psychosocial Studies (Distance Learning) MA Refugee Studies MA Sociology

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Stratford Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Undergraduate Taster Sessions Come and get a real feel for life at UEL at one of our subject taster sessions. 11.00 - 12.30

Bioscience

Early Childhood Studies

UH.2.41, University House, Stratford Campus School of Health, Sport and Bioscience

ED.4.02, Education Building, Stratford Campus Cass School of Education and Communities

Be a Bio scientist for the day- Join in with some exciting experiments in our state of the art labs. What will you discover?

An interactive workshop where we will explore the holistic approach that is taken in the academic study of the subject area. Childhood is examined from the following key perspectives: health, sociological, political, educational and developmental, and other perspectives are interwoven with this e.g. historical, economics. We also would like to give applicants a feel for the types of assessments they will have to do and where their degree will take them. We aim to inspire and motivate applicants to consider this very interesting, exciting subject area, and that they will be inspired to begin asking questions about childhood and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives.

Counselling AE.3.18, Arthur Edwards Building, Stratford Campus School of Psychology Our BSc Counselling is one of the few accredited programmes by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Join us for an interactive question and answer session and discover why the course requires you to undergo personal therapy yourself!

Education Studies ED.G.01, Education Building, Stratford Campus Cass School of Education and Communities In this session we are covering aspects of the programme, the modules you will study and the knowledge, competence and skills in the field of education that you will acquire during this 3 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; programme that will enable you to continue further studies in the field of education, early years, teaching and learning, amongst others, and develop both life and employment skills.

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Health UH.3.12, University House, Stratford Campus School of Health, Sport and Bioscience Health does “Take me out”- Health topics will be hoping to attract your attention and win your affection in this interactive session - no likey no lighty!

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Initial Teacher Training ED.2.03, Education Building, Stratford Campus Cass School of Education and Communities An overview of the postgraduate Teacher Training Primary and Secondary courses available within the Cass School of Education and Communities. Undergraduate courses for secondary teacher training are only available in Mathematics and Computer Science.

Podiatry & Physiotherapy UH 2.01, University House, Stratford Campus School of Health, Sport and Bioscience Study a rewarding career in Physiotherapy or Podiatry. We invite you to a tour of our clinical education building and see our state of the art facilities , speak to staff and current students and find out about these healthcare specialisms and our connections to work placements in prestigious local hospitals and NHS clinics.

Psychology AE.1.01, Arthur Edwards Building, Stratford Campus School of Psychology Join our interactive question and answer taster session and find out why our psychology department is one of most successful in the country. Learn about the core subjects we offer and the specialities such as forensic psychology, child psychology and psychology with sociology.

Social Work ED.2.04, Education Building, Stratford Campus Cass School of Education and Communities In this workshop, you will get an introduction to the social work subject area at UEL and what we are looking for in applications for our programmes. There will be an insight into areas of employment and the skills and qualities of social workers.

Special Education ED.4.03, Education Building, Stratford Campus Cass School of Education and Communities An interactive workshop from which attendees will gain an understanding of concepts of equal opportunity, inclusion, children’s rights, working in partnership and a holistic understanding of childhood. It considers the context in which children are defined, diagnosed and labelled as having special education needs and disabilities.

Stratford Campus Make sure you visit the right campus

Postgraduate Courses Come speak to our academics to find out more about the courses we offer and to make an application. 11.00 - 12.30

Cass School of Education and Communities Great Hall & ED2.01/2.02, Education Building Stratford Campus Postgraduate Certificates PGCert Autism Spectrum Conditions and Learning PGCert Special Needs Coordination PGCert Understanding and Supporting Behaviour Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degrees MA Early Childhood MA Education MA English Language Teaching MA English Language Teaching (Distance Learning) MA Leadership in Education MA Post Qualifying Professional Practice MA Social Work MA Special and Additional Learning Needs MA Special Educational Needs MA Youth and Community Work Doctoral Degrees EdD Professional Doctorate in Education

Primary Initial Teacher Training (PGCE) PGCE Primary with Early Years (3-7) PGCE Primary with English PGCE Primary with English as an Additional Language PGCE Primary with Humanities and Religious Education PGCE Primary with ICT and Computing PGCE Primary with Maths PGCE Primary with Modern Languages PGCE Primary with Music PGCE Primary with Physical Education PGCE Primary with Science PGCE Primary with SEN Inclusioin PGCE Primary with SEN Special Schools Secondary Initial Teacher Training (PGCE) PGCE Secondary Biology PGCE Secondary Chemistry PGCE Secondary Community Languages PGCE Secondary Computing PGCE Secondary Design and Technology PGCE Secondary Drama PGCE Secondary English with French PGCE Secondary French with German PGCE Secondary French with Italian PGCE Secondary French with Spanish PGCE Secondary Geography PGCE Secondary German with French PGCE Secondary Mathematics PGCE Secondary Music PGCE Secondary Physical Education PGCE Secondary Physics PGCE Secondary Physics with Mathematics PGCE Secondary Religious Education PGCE Secondary Spanish with French

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School of Health, Sport & Bioscience

School of Psychology

Great Hall, Stratford

Great Hall, Stratford Campus

MRes Clinical Research MRes Health Science MRes Bioscience MSc Biomedical Science MSc Musculoskeletal Practice for Podiatrists MSc Pharmaceutical Science MSc Physiotherapy MSc Podiatric Medicine MSc Public Health PGCert Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography

MA Counselling and Psychotherapy MSc Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology MSc Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology (Distance Learning) MSc Business Psychology MSc Career Coaching MSc Clinical and Community Psychology MSc Criminal and Investigative Psychology MSc Integrative Counselling and Coaching MSc International Humanitarian Psychosocial Intervention MSc Occupational and Organisational Psychology MSc Psychology PGCert Career Coaching PGDip Career Coaching PGDip Counselling and Psychotherapy PGDip Integrative Counselling and Coaching Prof Doc Clinical Psychology Prof Doc Counselling Psychology Prof Doc Educational and Child Psychology

University Square Stratford Make sure you visit the right campus

Undergraduate Taster Sessions Come and get a real feel for life at UEL at one of our subject taster sessions. 11.00 - 12.30

Accounting and Finance

Dance

US.2.31, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law

US.3.08, University Square Stratford School of Arts and Digital Industries

Accounting and Finance: Learn about accountancy in a real world context with our “Accountancy in a Competitive & Dynamic Business Environment” presentation with one of our most senior accountancy lecturers. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet your future peers!

We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, along with the opportunity to ask questions about this unique Dance Urban Course. In addition we will explore the career paths available for Dance students.

Business Management US.2.40, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law Management is a vital skill, no matter what area of Business or industry you are in. Join us for insights into the world of business and take the opportunity to join us for a Business Simulation Game where you become the boss running your own multinational company!

Criminology US.2.38, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law In this taster session we will start by asking one of the founding questions of Criminology: what is crime? We will then explore how society can tackle ‘gang culture’

Drama US.3.02, University Square Stratford School of Arts and Digital Industries We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, discovering the unique modules the Drama, Applied Theatre & Performance course has to offer. In addition we will be exploring the career paths available for Drama students.

Tourism, Hospitality and Entertainment Industries US.G.19, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law Current Trends in Tourism and the Creative Industries Reflecting our experience driven society - where travel and leisure experiences are increasingly viewed as social currency - this interactive session will provide insight into some of the current trends in tourism, hospitality and entertainment management. Participants will learn about opportunities and challenges facing managers in the cultural and creative industries, and they will also get the opportunity to show their own skills in true co-creative fashion.

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Finance & Economics

Music Performance and Production

US.G.13, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law

US.1.03, University Square Stratford School Arts and Digital Industries

Economics and Finance: Learn to trade on the stock market like a pro’ with our financial trading masterclass, taking place in our stateof-the-art Bloomberg Trading Suite.

We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, giving you a tour of our facilities, along with the opportunity to ask questions about this unique Music Performance and Production programme. In addition we will explore the career paths available for Music Performance and Production students.

Human Resource Management US.2.32 University Square Stratford School of Business and Law Managing people is a vital organisational element, no matter what area of Business, Industry or Commerce, in successfully running companies. How well this is done can be the difference between organisational success and failure. Join us for insights into the world of human resource management and take the opportunity to experience first hand what managing people is like!

Law US.2.39, University Square Stratford School of Business and Law. Murder in the mooting room: We will provide you with a brief introduction to the law & criminology of murder -it is different from what you might expect! Then we will work together to see if we convict various alleged murderers in case scenarios. Also the Head of Law and LLB Programme Leader will answer any questions you may have about our programmes and study at UEL.

Music Technology US.1.04, University Square Stratford School Arts and Digital Industries We’ll be offering a general introduction to the degree, giving you a tour of our facilities, along with the opportunity to ask questions about this unique Music Technology programme. In addition we will explore the career paths available for Music Technology students.

University Square Stratford Make sure you visit the right campus

Postgraduate Courses Come speak to our academics to find out more about the courses we offer and to make an application. 11.00 - 12.30

School of Business and Law G19 & G20, University Square Stratford LLM Energy and Natural Resources Law LLM Human Rights MSc Finance and Risk LLM International Law and Criminal Justice LLM International Law and Financial Markets LLM International Law and International Relations LLM International Law and World Economy LLM Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies LLM Law MA Human Resource Management MBA Master of Business Administration MSc Financial Management MSc International Accounting and Finance MSc International Business Law MSc International Business Management MSc Islamic Finance and Banking MSc Professional Accounting MSc Sports Management MSc Terrorism Studies

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Docklands Campus

Situated in a stunning waterfront setting, our Docklands campus provides a modern, wellequipped learning environment. The campus contains a wealth of facilities, including laboratories, studios, workshops, lecture theatre and a multimedia production centre. In 2012 we opened our sports and leisure complex, SportsDock, bringing world-class sporting facilities to campus. Our Student Village is located on campus, making us one of the very few London universities to provide on-campus accommodation. We have purpose-built rooms for 1,170 students, as well as a bar, cafés, shops and a launderette.

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1. SportsDock

Main Entrance

2. Munch Café

The Student Support Hub

3. East Building

Free shuttle bus to Stratford campus

4. The Edge

Lunch

5. West Building

Multiple toilet facilities in each of our buildings

6. Costa Café 7. Main Lecture Theatre 8. Docklands Library 9. Knowledge Dock 10. AVA Building 11. Security Desk 12. Starbucks 13. Main Reception

Stratford Campus & University Square Stratford

Following an extensive programme of refurbishment, our Stratford campus provides impressive facilities located in the heart of Stratford. Recent developments include a new Library and Learning Centre, laboratories and computing facilities, and new buildings housing the Cass School of Education and Communities and the Centre for Clinical Education in Podiatry, Physiotherapy and Sports Science.

1. Cass School of Education and Communities 2. R Building 3. Stratford Library 4. Arthur Edwards Building 5. Lecture Theatre 2 6. Computer and Conference Building (CC Building) 7. Lecture Theatre 3 8. Clinical Education Building 9. University House 10. The Red Room 11. The Dome (Students’ Union) 12. C Wing 13. Origins Café 14. Great Hall 15. Main Reception

Main Entrance The Student Support Hub Free shuttle bus to Docklands campus and USS Lunch Multiple toilet facilities in each of our buildings

University Square Stratford USS provides a state of the art home to UEL students studying on a range of degrees, including accounting and finance, business management, law and criminology, dance and performing arts, and MBA programmes.

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Stratford Campus

University Square Stratford (USS) 7 minute walk from the Stratford campus

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Travel directions Shuttle Buses

Free UEL shuttle buses will be running between the Stratford and Docklands Campuses. They will leave approximately every 15 minutes throughout the day. Buses can be caught from Water Lane at Stratford, near the main entrance, and from the car park at the end of the East Building at the Docklands Campus.

Docklands

Parking

University of East London Docklands Campus University Way London E16 2RD

Limited parking is available at the Docklands and Stratford Campuses. By Tube / DLR The Docklands Campus is directly opposite Cyprus DLR station Trains to Beckton via Cyprus and Canning Town usually run at five-to-ten minute intervals. www.tfl.gov.uk By Bus Bus routes near the Docklands Camous include 101, 173, 262, 300, 366, 376, 474 and N551. A map of these bus routes is also available from TfL. Cycle Please see the Tfl Cycle Journey Planner to help you with planning your route. Cycle storage is available at both campuses

Stratford

Public Transport

University of East London Stratford Campus Water Lane London E15 4LZ

Please see the Transport for London (TfL) Journey Planner for the most up-to-date information and advice on how to get here.

University Square Stratford University of East London University Square Stratford 1 Salway Rd, London E15 1NF

By Tube / DLR Both the Stratford Campus and USS are a short walk from Stratford station, with links via Overground, Underground (Central and Jubilee Lines), and the DLR. By Bus Bus Routes calling at Stratford station include 25, 69, 86, 104, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308. 425 and the D8. A map of these bus routes is also available from TfL, along with further information about night buses, National Express coaches and other coach services. Cycle Please see the Tfl Cycle Journey Planner to help you with planning your route. Cycle storage is available at both campuses.

Explore East London

Stratford Picture House

Shoreditch and Brick Lane Shoreditch is the place to go for fashionable bars, restaurants and popup street food. Take a wander around the unique Boxpark shopping centre, or head for the Brick Lane ‘curry mile’.

The four screen cinema has won numerous architectural awards and is located at the heart of Stratford’s cultural quarter next to both the University Square Stratford and Stratford Campus buildings.

Stratford Circus Arts Centre Theatre Royal Stratford East The Centre boasts a 300-seat auditorium, a 90-seat studio theatre and a large studio offering vibrant and original artistic exhibitions.

With its beginnings in 1184 the theatre remains one of the most popular attractions in Stratford today.

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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Take a walk around London’s newest park, explore parklands and waterways and the iconic venues from the 2012 games.

Westfield Stratford City Fancy browsing 332 shops and restaurants, all in one place? Maybe a spot of bowling, or a trip to the cinema? Then head to Westfield – the largest urban shopping centre in Europe.

The O2 Arena It’s one of the world’s largest entertainment hubs, playing host to the stars of music and sport and featuring a nightclub, bowling alley, multiplex cinema and a huge range of restaurants & bars.

The Emirates Airline London’s only cable car with stunning views of the London skyline.

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Student support From accommodation and finance to accessibility and pre-entry guidance, find out more about the advice and support services we provide to our students. Student support services will be located at: Docklands campus: East Building Atrium Stratford campus: Great Hall, University House University Square Stratford (USS), Main Foyer

Our services include: ––Admissions ––Accommodation ––Campus tours (including library) ––Careers and Student Employability ––Disability, Dyslexia and Access Centre (DDAC) ––Employability and Enterprise Team ––Finance (Student Money Advice and Rights Team) ––International Student Support ––Library and Learning Services ––Pre-entry Advice and Guidance ––Sports

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How to apply If you are interested in applying for a course you may be able to do this on the day with support from our admissions team. How you should apply depends on when you want to start your course and whether you want to study full-time, part-time or by distance learning. For a full list of courses that we offer please refer to www.uel.ac.uk.

Admissions are located at: Docklands campus: EB.G.10, East Building Stratford campus: Red Room, University House University Square Stratford, Level 1 mezzanine

Undergraduate courses: September intake Full-time: Apply online via UCAS, ucas.com Part-time & Distance/e-learning: Apply today or at uel.ac.uk/apply Postgraduate courses: February and September intake Apply today or at uel.ac.uk/apply

Essential info Shuttle buses

Refreshments

Free UEL shuttle buses will be running between the Stratford and Docklands campuses, as well as between the Stratford and University Square Stratford. They will leave approximately every 15 minutes throughout the day.

Lunch will be available between 12pm–2pm from the Edge Cafe in Docklands and the Green Cafe at Stratford. You will find a £2.50 off voucher to use at the Edge and the Origin Cafe in your welcome pack. Otherwise you can visit the following outlets:

Buses can be caught from Water Lane at Stratford, near the main entrance at USS, and from the car park at the end of the East Building at the Docklands campus.

Docklands Campus: Starbucks in the East Building Costa in the West Building

Disabilities

University Square Stratford: Ground floor café

We have lifts available in each of our buildings and all areas of the open day are fully accessible by wheelchair. Sign language interpreters are also available at each campus. Please ask a member of staff on arrival if you need any additional assistance.

Stratford Campus: Origin Cafe, University House

10:00

Registration opens

10:30 – 11:00

Welcome to UEL

Docklands Campus, Main Lecture Theatre, Docklands Library Stratford Campus, CC.1.01 Computer and Conference Building

University Square Stratford (USS), US.G.17

11:00 – 12:30

Subject Taster Sessions

11.15 - 11.45 Parents Q&A Session Docklands Campus, Main Lecture Theatre, Docklands Library Stratford Campus, CC.1.01 Computer and Conference Building University Square Stratford (USS), US.G.17 12.00 - 12.30

Parents Lounge – Meet our students

Tea & coffee served Docklands Campus, The Hub, East Building Stratford Campus, Red Room, University House University Square Stratford (USS), USS Ground Floor 12.00 – 15.00

Student Support Services Fair & Entertainment

13:15

Student Finance Talk

Docklands Campus, EB.G.06, East Building Stratford Campus, CC 1.01 Computer Conference Building

University Square Stratford (USS), US.G.17

14:15

Careers Planning Workshop

Docklands Campus EB.G.06, East Building Stratford Campus CC1.01 Computer Conference Building