UEL Community News - 12 June 2024

UEL Proud to be the “People’s University” of Newham

For more than 125 years the University of East London has been one of Newham’s anchor institutions. Founded in 1898 as the West Ham Technical Institute, UEL was built at a time when great change was revolutionising the economy. In today’s ever-accelerating technological environment, our multi awardwinning careers-1st education and world-leading research for a greener, healthier, fairer world continues to serve our local and global community, pioneering opportunity for the future.

Today, our core mission remains the same. We are committed to supporting a fairer and more sustainable world, as laid out in our 10-year strategy Vision 2028. The people, projects and research on our Docklands, Stratford Water Lane and University Square Stratford campuses are driving us towards a better future. We are bringing first-class, careersfocused education to one of the most diverse student populations in the UK, innovating urban sustainability, reducing health inequalities and harnessing the power of AI and other technologies to improve everyday lives.

“At UEL’s heart is a mission for social justice and equity, tackling inequalities and increasing the diversity of the talent pipeline. Its ambition to become the UK’s leading careersintensive university has improved outcomes for students and helped global organisations progress their equality and diversity missions. UEL’s pioneering spirit, global partnerships, and dedication to equity have positioned it as a catalyst for positive change,” Vice-Chancellor and President of UEL, Professor Amanda Broderick, said.

“The University of East London is a huge part of our community in Newham. I have seen firsthand its positive impact on the east London. It has always been an enterprising, vibrant, and forward-looking institution,” Sir Stephen Timms MP said.

UEL contributes £814 million annually to the UK economy, with every £1 of income returning

£4.24. We also support 3,545 jobs across the UK, including 2,130 in London, many of those in Newham.

Currently, over 1,100 Newham residents study at UEL. They have benefited from a careersfocused curriculum developed with input from the most innovative and pioneering companies around the world. UEL has built into all our courses not just the technical knowledge our students will need to thrive in the workplace, but also future-proofing emotional, cultural and practical skills.

“The University of East London isahugepartofourcommunity in Newham.”

Meanwhile, our partnership with Siemens to become a net zero carbon institution by 2030 has helped us reduce our CO2 emissions more than any other modern London university, and we have become a global model for the education sector.

We are committed to improving health outcomes and opportunities in Newham and beyond. Currently 1 in 12 of all adult nursing students in London study at UEL; many of these students remain in Newham and east London when they graduate and take jobs in the local healthcare sector. We support world-class research centres such as the BabyDevLab, which is producing studies, in partnership with Newham families, that help babies thrive.

Our new Health Campus at Water Lane in Stratford, officially launched on 12 June, will focus on community-based health provision and provide comprehensive preventative care and mental and physical health services to Newham residents. Our plan is to develop a university primary and social care community clinic that rivals the traditional university hospital model.

This work demonstrates how UEL prioritises collaboration and innovation to tackle local and global challenges, and our commitment to finding creative solutions to society’s biggest problems. We value the support and contributions of our Newham community. Public events like the After Dark Festival in February, the Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival on 12 June, and the British Science Festival, which takes place in September, are a way for UEL to say thank you to our community. We remain, as ever, the “People’s University”.

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan takes selfies with UEL students at a celebratory launch of the Royal Docks School of Business and Law at University Square Stratford.

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UEL Invites Community to Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival!

The University of East London invites its community to the free Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival on 12 June. All are welcome to participate in the huge variety of activities taking place at our Stratford Campus on Water Lane from 3 to 8pm.

Highlights of the festival include a mobile planetarium, a gaming van and sustainability workshops showing you how to design your own trainers, upcycle your old clothes and make your own jewellery. Other attractions include an AI photobooth and the chance to sample ice cream supercooled by liquid nitrogen at minus 320oF.

Visitors will also get the chance to find out more about UEL’s cutting-edge research facilities, including the Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub, a European leader in simulated health practice which uses cuttingedge technology such as virtual reality and responsive mannequins. You can also visit the University’s BabyDevLab, which carries out world-leading research into babies' early development.

For those with artistic interests, work produced for London Fashion Week by UEL students is on display, while “Elevate” showcases live studentled performances from the University’s School of Arts and Creative Industries

The festival is one of a series of events which are part of the University’s Year of Science. The Year of Science culminates with one of Europe’s oldest celebrations of science, the British Science Festival, in September.

We Want to Hear From You!

Have you got something to say to the University of East London? Perhaps you’re interested in finding out about courses, or want to know more about our many services, projects and initiatives. Maybe you have an idea you think the University might be interested in. UEL is starting a new initiative, Community Voice, aimed at finding out what local residents think about UEL, with the goal of building links between the University and members of our local communities. It’s your chance to get your questions answered, your thoughts shared, and your ideas heard.

Get in touch via our dedicated email address: CommunityVoice@uel.ac.uk.

We want to hear from you!

UEL to Host Science Spectacular in September

The Innovation and Enterprise Festival is part of the University’s Year of Science – with another of the year’s highlights coming up in just a few months. From September 11 to 15 the prestigious British Festival of Science will be hosted by UEL. The festival, the longestrunning event of its kind in Europe, provides a platform for scientists, innovators, inventors, researchers and artists to bring their work to the general public.

Organised by the British Science Association, this year’s festival is free for all, with talks, workshops, immersive experiences, performances and a wide range of other events. The festival seeks to challenge, inspire and excite audiences, particularly young adults from groups underserved and underrepresented in science. Science is defined in the broadest sense, so as well as the typical topics of space, the environment, health and technology, the festival programme will also include the social sciences, music, art, fashion and more.

Over two dozen UEL academics and staff members will showcase their work at the festival.

“UEL shares common goals with the British Science Association: to enhance engagement

“We’re thrilled to be hosted by such a future-focused, forwardthinking institution.”

between science and our communities, developing citizen scientists and better connecting those under-represented in our society. Hosting the British Science Festival will allow us to offer these opportunities while showcasing the research being carried out by our University in support of a fairer and more sustainable world,” UEL Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Amanda Broderick, said.

The festival is hosted by a different UK university every year, and 2024 marks the first time it has been held in London since 2000. The local community is encouraged to attend the free events.

“We’re thrilled to be hosted by such a future-focused, forward-thinking institution. UEL’s vibrant community and commitment to supporting their students and staff to have a positive impact on the world chimes extremely well with Festival’s values,” Hannah Russell, Chief Executive of the British Science Association, said.

Please check uel.ac.uk for a schedule of events.

UEL’s Work in Newham

RDCS Looks Towards a Sustainable Future for Newham

The opening in late 2023 of the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability development is set to have a significant impact on Newham and east London, with the centre aiming to be a regional hatchery for innovation, skills and enterprise, supporting businesses, students and local residents alike.

The Centre, located on UEL’s Docklands Campus, officially opened on 6 December 2023 at a ceremony attended by more than 650 guests, including the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, and the Mayor of Newham, Rokhsana Fiaz.

Spanning three floors, the RDCS is a cornerstone of an ambitious multi-millionpound investment programme which is creating dynamic, inclusive spaces for learning, working, and living. It is home to several worldleading initiatives including UEL’s RIX Centre and the Sustainability Research Institute.

“Within the context of the Royal Docks, there is a huge opportunity to do things differently. For example, how do we innovate? How do we use this as a testbed for cleantech? How do we learn and research in this space, and how do we involve the community and industry to produce the best outcomes for the long term? We need to think dynamically and creatively about what we need for a sustainable future. This centre provides the facilities, space and equipment to focus our thoughts and turn ideas into new skills aligned with practical outcomes,” RDCS Director Robert de Jong said.

Driven by a culture of sustainability, the RDCS provides local people and companies with a range of facilities and opportunities. This includes affordable workspaces, specialist facilities, research expertise and impactful programmes to launch and grow businesses, along with skills development for east Londoners.

One of the key aims of the RDCS is to become an incubator of talent, providing a pipeline of

skilled workers, proficient in the skills needed for the industries of the future, to local businesses. But there’s a strong emphasis on supporting entrepreneurship too, with the centre’s Sustainable Enterprise Centre designed to support and nurture startups and businesses that are focused on environmentally friendly practices and initiatives.

The centre has already hosted roundtables, workshops, and discussions, including the multi-day Sustainable Cities Festival in April. These events bring together the University, the local community and industry to discuss pressing challenges around climate change and sustainability.

UEL Legal Advice Centre

The UEL Legal Advice Centre provides free legal advice to the local community, involving students in practical, client-facing roles. Partnering with renowned legal firms and charities, the Centre covers Family, Employment, Housing, Personal Injury, Criminal, and Immigration law. This hands-on experience prepares students for careers in law and strengthens community support.

Tax and Accountancy Clinic

The Tax and Accountancy Clinic offers pro bono tax and accountancy services to SMEs, startups, and low-income residents in east London. During Covid-19, the Clinic assisted numerous businesses in accessing government loans. The Clinic also hosts employability events and technical skills bootcamps, ensuring students' career readiness and contributing to community resilience.

Business Advice Centre

The Business Advice Centre supports SMEs, enhances student employability, and aids student entrepreneurs. Providing free consulting services supervised by experienced professionals, the BAC offers students real-world business experience, networking opportunities, and support for entrepreneurial ventures. Events and guest speakers further enrich students' learning and community engagement.

UEL’s RDSBL Provides Services to Newham

The University of East London’s Royal Docks School of Business and Law prides itself on working and providing our community with a number of crucial services and collaborations, fostering health, wellbeing, and economic regeneration.

“UEL ensures that the community receives local support and students gain invaluable skills through our various clinics. As a leading educational anchor institution in east London, UEL is dedicated to promoting civic engagement that positively impacts societal well-being. Our practice centres align with this ethos, significantly contributing to local and global public and community engagement,” Saadiya Ahmad, Director of Careers and Enterprise, who leads UEL's practice-based centres, said.

Making Royal Docks a Living Wage Place

RDSBL is an active member of the ‘Making Royal Docks a Living Wage Place’ action group. This initiative, which is part of the Mayor of London’s Regeneration Project for the Royal Docks area, aims to increase accredited Living Wage Employers by 50% and secure a pay raise for over 3,000 employees.

Noon Centre for Equality and Diversity

The Noon Centre leads a National Institute of Health Research-funded project with 16 healthcare sector partners in Newham. The project empowers young people in health decision-making through a new social contract. Engaging nearly 500 young people, the initiative focuses on training 30 Youth Champions in leadership and negotiation. This framework has gained global recognition, adopted by the UN Expert Group concerning women’s land rights and climate change.

Collaboration with the Newham Chamber of Commerce

RDSBL collaborates with the Newham Chamber of Commerce to support over 200 local businesses. These projects leverage the strengths of the local business community, UEL, and the broader Newham business network. They address critical areas such as research and consulting, skill development, sustainable practices, community building, and entrepreneurship, particularly supporting SMEs and fostering innovation.

UEL students and community members discuss Sugarcrete at the launch of the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability in December 2023

A Health Campus for the Whole Community

Plans by the University of East London to transform its Stratford Water Lane Campus into a state-of-the-art health campus were approved on 20 February at a meeting with Newham Council’s Strategic Planning Committee.

The new development will house a student village that includes an academic building with lecture theatres and teaching rooms and a new residential building offering 650 student bedrooms, which will help relieve pressure on local housing.

UEL wants the community to feel at home on the new campus, which will offer local people:

– 0.32 hectares (around half the size of a football pitch) of publicly accessible green space featuring 50 new trees

– Access to an on-site wellness centre and gym

– Improved lighting and 24-hour surveillance to safeguard against anti-social behaviour

– Spaces for local community groups to meet and host events

UEL is keen to collaborate with local community groups, and we have already begun talks with local youth mental health charity, Ashok’s Vision, to explore how they might offer young people in Newham the chance to take part in gardening and planting activities on the campus.

With the NHS reporting the need for 72,000 more nurses and healthworkers by 2031, the new campus will play a vital role in training the next generation of health workers, providing hands-on training in replica NHS environments that enable students to experience their careers before they begin.

The new development will also support UEL’s goal to become net zero carbon by 2030 with construction that uses sustainable materials and the latest building methods and energy management systems to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ BREEAM rating.

Next steps include writing to residents to update them on our plans (look out for your letter). Construction preparation should commence in Autumn 2024. The duration of the build is still being determined and will be confirmed in a future update, but further engagement activities are planned to help bring the development to life for students, staff, and the local community.

If you have questions, or you’d like to learn more, please email connectedcampus@uel.ac.uk.

UEL Health Campus to Benefit Newham

The development of the Stratford Water Lane campus into the dedicated Stratford Health Campus is an important part of the University's Vision 2028 strategy and mission to address health inequalities in our local community, nationally and internationally.

The Health Campus will include new facilities and the latest learning technology, all of which will play a vital role in training the future generation of health professionals. Through expansion and innovation, including larger teaching spaces and advanced technology, UEL is preparing students for a more tech-focused learning experience.

The new Health Campus will be a centre of learning and advanced research, providing training and services across community health care, preventive care, and overall wellbeing.

UEL is on the cusp of delivering substantial public health impacts within the communities we serve by developing a university primary and social care community clinic that rivals the traditional university hospital model. The Health Campus will enhance mental and physical health and actively work to dismantle the barriers that perpetuate health inequalities.

Health inequalities can impact people’s abilities to build the lives they want, so UEL is working to ensure that we support all the communities we serve to improve their health and wellbeing.

This journey began two years ago when we opened our state-of-the-art simulated Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub, which has facilities including a mock A+E, intensive care units, general wards, a training ambulance and highly responsive patient mannequins.

Students use cutting-edge virtual reality and augmented reality technology to immerse themselves in real-life medical scenarios to enhance their training and practical skills so they are career-ready upon graduation.

The Health Campus aims to revolutionise UEL’s teaching and learning capabilities, acknowledging the pressing need reported by the NHS for 72,000 more nurses and health workers by 2031.

UEL officially launched the Health Campus on 12 June at the Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival, with a celebratory event expected to include luminaries such as Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan and Borough of Newham and NHS officials.

Rendering of UEL’s Stratford Health Campus, officially launched on 12 June.

UEL Health Campus

Community Engagement

UEL is developing a new Health Campus in Stratford which will be a centre of learning and advanced research; it will be a visionary cornerstone for community health, preventive care, and overall wellbeing.

As an anchor institution, the University of East London is committed to its purpose of addressing health and economic inequalities, particularly in our immediate communities. The new campus is a promise to our students and the communities we serve. It encapsulates our commitment to nurturing local talent and promoting public wellbeing, part of our vision of creating a connected, healthy, and thriving community for everyone involved with the University.

We invite you to have your say by completing a short questionnaire online or below: https://forms.office.com/e/Mxtmt9iVsa

1. Would you use a community clinic at the University to access public health services?

Yes

2. Please give a reason for your answer to the above question.

3. What public health services would you want or find helpful to access?

An Award-Winning University (2024)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

– Best Diversity, Equalities and Inclusion Programme Award: Diversity of Thought programme, EY Global Careers Service Awards

– Championing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award: The PIEoneer Awards

– Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion - Student Nursing Times Award

– NEON Widening Access Partnership Award: NEON Awards

Employer and University Engagement

– Best University and Employer Engagement Strategy Award: Institute of Student Employers Awards – Best University Employability Strategy Award: Target Job Awards

Sustainability and Climate

– Climate Positive Award Winner (Sugarcrete®): Green Cross UK – Runner-up for the 2024 Built by Nature Prize, the world’s first awards programme focused on biobased construction materials: for Sugarcrete®.

– Sustainability International Impact Winner: PIEoneer Awards

– Net Zero Leader: The Decentralised Energy Awards 2023, for partnership with Siemens

Physical Activity and Community Cohesion

– Physical Activity Excellence Award (East London Sport): British Universities and Colleges Sport

– Outstanding Initiative in Community Cohesion (Way Out West Gallery): East London Community Heroes Awards

Marketing

and Content

– Best use of Marketing Content: HEIST Awards

– Best Values Led Content Marketing: HE Content Marketing Awards

– Marketing Gold Award: CASE Circle of Excellence Awards

Student and Academic Success

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5. What is your occupation?

6. Would you (either as an individual and/or part of a community group) like to be part of the East London Community that will work together to address the health challenges in East London?

7. If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your name and email address so that we can contact you. You will receive monthly updates and invites to 3 -4 events per year.

– Best Research/Knowledge Exchange Collaboration in London: London Higher Awards

– Outstanding Contribution to Enhancing the Overseas Student Experience in London: London Higher Awards

Student and Individual Achievements

– Trusts Undergraduate Student of the Year Award: Barts Health NHS Trust

– Winner of EON-XR New Learning Reality Competition

Special Recognitions

– Shortlisted in 2023 by the Times Higher Education Awards: University of the Year and Technological or Digital Innovation of the Year for our Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub

UEL Greens Newham with Sugar Waste

An award-winning construction material called Sugarcrete®, developed by the University of East London, is being used to brighten up a community garden in North Woolwich, with the hope that the site will become a model for the whole of Newham.

The new garden was built on unused land near Crossrail tracks in North Woolwich, as part of the Over the Tracks initiative, developed in partnership with Newham Council. Students from UEL’s Architecture Department worked on the project alongside students from Newham Sixth Form College. A recent design workshop saw the two groups come together to plan and construct seating and planters for the new community garden, using Sugarcrete®, a low carbon alternative to conventional building materials.

Sugarcrete® was developed by UEL’s Sustainability Research Institute, with the support of Tate & Lyle Sugars. The material is made from sugarcane fibres left over after sugar production, producing bricks that have a carbon footprint five times smaller than that of traditional bricks. It’s a particularly appropriate solution given the area’s long links to the sugar industry, with Tate and Lyle processing sugar in nearby Silvertown for well over a century.

During the workshop, the sixth form students learned about design, construction, sustainability, the circular economy and biodiversity, with their research helping them devise design concepts for the site. The space will be used by the local community centre and the Royal Docks Learning and Activity Centre. Neighbourhood residents will also use it to hold community events, and to grow food for the local food bank.

Further workshops will be held this year, using the Sugarcrete® moulds already made for the North Woolwich garden, with the aim of using the skills and experience already gained to transform other neglected areas of land across the borough.

We are the University of East London

The University of East London is doing things differently. We offer a unique ‘careersfirst’ education to every student and we are making a profound impact on society; striving to create a fairer, more sustainable and healthier world.

Driven by our 10-year strategic plan, ‘Vision 2028’, we are achieving extraordinary things across four institutional priorities.

We are building a Sustainable 5.0 Economy with a far-reaching sustainability strategy that will make a real impact beyond the University. Through a commitment to Social Justice we are pioneering education that works to reduce inequalities and champion social mobility. Our work on Health Gain and Wellness supports all the communities we serve to improve their health and wellbeing. And we are a Local Anchor and a Global Gateway, standing as a cornerstone to address the needs of our diverse local community and global industries.

Our ambition is not small: we are teaching our students and collaborating with industry in a truly unique way, in order to change the landscape of work and build a diverse, creative workforce that can address society’s biggest challenges.

BabyDevLab Works with Newham Families to Help Babies Thrive

The University of East London’s BabyDevLab conducts world-leading research into babies' early development. It sits in the heart of Stratford, on Water Lane, giving it access to the rich concentration of different cultures and different backgrounds in our local area. This allows researchers to look at how different backgrounds affect babies in different ways.

The BabyDevLab’s work helps us understand how society can better support our youngest and most vulnerable in their most formative years. The team have developed innovative wearable technology and brain recording techniques that allow researchers to understand how early life stresses, like noise, affect parenting and mental health development in children.

BabyDevLab-led research has already found that children growing up in urban environments show lower sustained attention and greater emotional instability, although they also have faster learning speeds in some contexts. A major focus of the lab’s work is on how to adapt teaching styles to play to the strengths of such high-stress, inner city children.

Findings from the BabyDevLab have already reached over 50,000 early years practitioners in 2,000 primary schools, leading to substantial changes in early years teaching environments to support learning and development.

Visitors to the Innovation and Enterprise Summer Festival can sign up to participate in the lab’s research. If you have a child aged between 0 and 4 years old, talk to the team at the festival. They are recruiting young children and parents to gain a better understanding of how the brains of both synchronise to each other. The studies involve play sessions at the lab, home observation sessions and observations in classrooms. The techniques used are completely harmless and will help researchers gain a better understand of the relationship between parents and their babies.

You can also learn more about participating with the BabyDevLab’s research at uelbabydev. com/participate.

UEL and Newham Partner to Revitalise Stratford’s Cultural Quarter

The London Borough of Newham and University of East London launched an exciting cultural collaboration on 28 September 2023 at the Council’s flagship Stratford Youth Zone in the former Stratford Circus building.

Located in the heart of Newham’s Cultural Quarter, the collaboration will inject £733,000-a-year investment to support creative and performing arts opportunities for young people in Newham and marks a pioneering strategic partnership to nurture young and emerging talent from across the borough.

“Collectively, we are revitalising the heart of Stratford’s Cultural Quarter. We will be working with local and global performing arts organisations, attracting new talent across the University’s incredible network in the creative industries space including East London Dance, the V&A East, Rosetta Arts, Royal Docks Soho Theatre, Lyric Theatre, the National Maritime Museum, and more,” Professor Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President of UEL, said.

“Our vision for everyone that studies, works and lives in Newham, is to ensure they thrive as future cultural leaders, advocates and influencersofthearts,diversifyingtheamazing talent pipeline we have here in Newham today. Together, we are driving innovation in the arts sector and beyond, and of course making sure our young peoples’ voices are heard and supported to achieve their ambitions, their dreams and their aspirations,” she continued.

“Our Youth Zones stand as testament to Newham's unwavering commitment to our young people. They are havens of growth,

incubators of potential and platforms for empowerment,” Mayor of Newham, Rokhsana Fiaz OBE said.

“Our flagship Stratford Youth Zone and collaboration with the University of East London is an evolution of this vital work. We are injecting a creative spirit into our programmes by putting arts and cultural at the heart of our mission. As we mobilise for our Borough of Culture 2025 bid, this collaboration shows that Newham is the heart of London’s culture,” she said.

The former Stratford Circus building, now called The Arts Venue, offers young people access to a range of creative spaces, including a 310-seat auditorium, a 90-seat studio theatre, plus a rehearsal space and a dance studio.

“This collaboration shows that Newham is the heart of London’s culture”

Education workshops, open to all, are to be delivered at the venue by talent drawn from the University’s 2,000 arts students. There is also support for young people to take up work experience placements, internships and apprenticeships in the arts. A major goal is to provide Newham’s young people with industry experience and pathways to full-time employment in the sector.

Drawing on its expertise in creative practice and expertise in education, UEL will also involve Newham’s young people in both research and the production of arts activities, particularly those young people in the borough who are vulnerable, disadvantaged or at-risk.

UEL Programmes Promote Active Success in Young People

UEL has a proud history of producing Olympians and Paralympians who have trained and studied at the University. At the same time, UEL believes health and wellbeing opportunities should be available to everyone, especially Newham’s young people.

In conjunction with East London School Sports Partnerships and Active Newham, we’ve devised the Sport in Your Futures programme, which aims to get local children, especially those living in disadvantaged areas, enthusiastic about sport and physical activity.

More than 1,500 primary aged children from a network of 20 local schools participated last year in Sport in Your Futures. They took part in a series of fun activities, ranging from volleyball to basketball to football to cricket, while gaining insights into the wider health and wellbeing benefits of sport, all held at the University’s impressive sports facilities.

In the summer we also hold an annual Sport in Your Futures Festival, which last year offered more than 400 children the chance to try eight different sports activities, including skateboarding, 3x3 basketball, athletics and laser run. The work includes collaborations with six community partners and 29 student volunteers.

In addition, the East London Sport Talent Pathway programme is currently supporting 87 young athletes from east London, aged 1118, on their sporting journeys. The programme, with funding from Sport England, aims to diversify the regional and national sport talent pool by introducing an inclusive, holistic and unique talent framework which supports local athletes to achieve sporting excellence alongside whole-person development.

UEL is Pioneering Futures with its Careers-First Outlook

At the University of East London, we not only promise an education; we guarantee a pathway to your future. With the UEL Careers Guarantee, you're not just choosing a university, you're choosing a life-changing journey, that from day one sets you apart in a competitive world. Why settle for anything less, when you can have access to tailored, career-building resources, hands-on industry experience and a network that opens doors and gives you a gateway to the world in one of the most iconic and dynamic cities anywhere?

We’ve completely redefined our careers approach so it’s designed and personalised around your career prospects. Unlike other institutions we go beyond, with a comprehensive industry-certified careers package built into every course. Our guarantee gives you access to essential career-building resources and opportunities including:

– Skills development to enhance professional competencies.

– Access to work experience placements, providing practical exposure in relevant fields.

– Involvement in industry projects to gain real-world experience.

– Mentoring from experienced professionals to guide your personal and professional growth.

– Online mobility options to facilitate learning and engagement in diverse environments.

– Enterprise support to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation.

– A personalised career profile to help each student navigate their career path effectively.

UEL Launches Digital First Careers Pathway for Young People

Whether you aspire to innovate in your field, lead in top industries, or start your own business, we are here to ensure that your education aligns seamlessly with your career ambitions. Embrace the opportunity to thrive with extended career support, practical experience and a world of global opportunities, right on your doorstep.

Choose to be extraordinary. Choose UEL: where futures are shaped and careers are defined.

UEL has launched a new careers outreach programme designed to extend its trailblazing careers-first ethos to pre-entry students. ‘Preparing for Industry 5.0 Careers’ is a digital learning experience tackling some of the most poignant and thought-provoking shifts under Industry 5.0.

The programme aligns with Gatsby Benchmarks and aims to inspire and empower young people to make informed choices about their future career and next steps after school or college. The programme is being piloted during the upcoming flagship Summer School Challenge, 9-11 July.

To learn more about the Digital First Careers Pathway or the Summer School Challenge, email outreachandaccess@uel.ac.uk for the attention of Chantelle.

Interested in Learning More about UEL?

We extend a warm invitation to all those interested in UEL to take full advantage of our year-round campus tours and engage with current students to gain insights into their experiences at UEL. Our tours offer a comprehensive overview of the campus and facilities pertinent to your chosen course, lasting approximately 45 minutes. This presents an excellent opportunity to inquire about student life and studying in the vibrant heart of east London.

Anyone interested in seeing UEL campuses can send an enquiry on the website. Our tours are led by student ambassadors. The week of results day, there will be campus tours advertised for prospects and offer holders.

Apply now: We have a dedicated Applicant Enquiries team available Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) to answer any questions. You can contact them by telephone on +44 (0)20 8223 3333, Live chat on our website, or you can use the application form on our Study page to register your interest.

Apply through Clearing: UCAS Clearing gives you the opportunity to apply for our Clearing courses and join UEL in September. Clearing opens on July 5. If you are thinking about using Clearing but don't have a specific course, you can get personalised support from our Clearing advisers from July 5 by calling 0207 365 6240.

UEL Launches Royal Docks Schools, Colleges, and Community Partnership

Our Royal Docks Partnership is committed to a values-based alliance that will focus on how we collectively strengthen the communities we serve and develop mutually beneficial working relationships. The objective of the partnership, as it evolves, is to make a real difference to those living, working, and studying in east London, raising aspirations, and removing barriers.

The guiding principles of The Royal Docks partnership are:

– Capacity building

– Community engagement in learning

– Knowledge exchange

– Facilitating social mobility – Building new networks

– Developing new services – Sharing of resource

The partnership is a catalyst for transformative change across the east London community, that will help to redefine the educational and community landscape and empower the next generation of learners.

Top tips for Clearing

Preparing ahead of Clearing is very important so you make the right decision and choose the best course. Here's a guide to help you.

1. Stay positive and keep an open mind. If you had your mind set on a particular course that is no longer available, give the University of East London a call and we can help you find other similar courses that still have availability through Clearing. There are often many options that can lead to the same career pathway.

Make sure you keep in contact with family and friends as this is not a decision you want to rush into and they can help support and advise you on the day. It may also be a good idea to follow your top universities on social media so you get a feel for them in the run up to Clearing.

2. Don't be on holiday on results day. Do be available to make calls. That celebratory holiday can wait. Make sure you are home and near a phone on results day. As courses are on a first come first served basis, it is important that you are able to communicate with your university of choice in the days after you receive your results.

3. Do be patient on results day. Don't hang up if lines are busy. The University of East London call centre is well-staffed, so you won't be waiting long to get through to someone. Make sure your laptop and phone are fully charged just in case you do have to wait in a queue. Remain patient on the day and listen to supportive parents and teachers on the day - they may be able to advise you on your next steps.

4. Do your course research now. Don't leave it until results day. Ahead of results day it is important you research your preferred courses. The University of East London Course Search page has all the information you need - but should you want to speak with one of our academics, give us a call and we can put you in touch. You can also speak with current students to find out about their University of East London experience.

5. Speak to a student. Make sure to make a list of all the potential questions you may have.

6. Do make a note of Clearing hotline numbers. Don't be in a last-minute rush. Clearing works on a first-come-first-served basis so make sure you have the number ready as well as opening hours and any other methods of contact including Clearing forms, social media, webchats etc. You can reach UEL's Clearing team on +44 (0)20 7365 6240 (open from 5 July 2024).

7. Do have your results and UCAS number when you call. Don't be unprepared. Preparation is key to reducing stress and making the process as simple as possible on the day. Make sure you have copies of your academic results ready, should you need to send these.

If you have not yet applied through UCAS, read our guide to applying without UCAS here. You can also apply direct via our course pages.

8. Don’t delay on results day. Do call ASAP to secure your place. Call ASAP to secure your place and avoid disappointment. You can reach UEL's Clearing team on +44 (0)20 7365 6240 (open from 5 July 2024).

UEL Welcomes Local and Global Young People to Summer Schools

This year, UEL will welcome approximately 2,000 international students aged 8 to 17 years old from over 18 different countries such as Italy, Argentina, China and Brazil on summer school partnerships. While on campus, the Summer Schools will deliver a rewarding English language programme, designed for young learners to master key English skills while making new international friends, offering a blend of education and excitement.

UEL will also welcome approximately 80 young people from London for its highly commended Outreach and Access Summer School programme.

In celebration of UEL’s Year of Science, the summer school for local students will challenge the myths around science to ignite curiosity and encourage students to ‘think outside of the box’ and immerse themselves into the worlds of technology, sustainability and the human mind.

The Summer School offers a mixture of subject tasters, career planning and skills workshops, personal development activities and HEready workshops that will support and inform student’s knowledge and future university applications.

Students will be challenged to work to an industry-led brief and complete a combination of individual and group activities over four days in a supportive environment, meeting our student ambassadors, alumni, industry professionals and experienced academics. There will be prizes and attendance certificates for all to signify completion of the Summer School Challenge.

The benefits of attending the Summer School Challenge include developing invaluable transferable skills, learning about new and innovative concepts around the world of science, gaining more knowledge about university degrees and different career pathways, participating in Q&A sessions with industry experts, guest speakers and UEL ambassadors and importantly, making new friends and having fun!

The closing date to apply is 27 June. To find out more about the Summer School Challenge, please email outreachandaccess@uel.ac.uk for the attention of Chantelle.

COME AND CELEBRATE THE UNIVERSITY’S YEAR OF SCIENCE

University of East London

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 2024 3 – 8PM

UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON STRATFORD CAMPUS London E15 4LZ

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE

FREE FAMILY EVENT OPEN TO ALL AGES

UEL and London City Airport Strengthen Partnership

London City Airport and the University of East London have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance jobs, research and skills in the local area.

The MoU focuses on developing Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) resources for local schools to enable them to improve student learning and aid research projects.

LCY offers several paid internships to UEL students to support their education and employability. This provides UEL students with the chance to work across and learn about different parts of the business, including sustainability, community engagement and human resources.

Both organisations are also working together on the skills development of young people across east London, particularly in key priority areas such as sustainability, hydrogen in transportation, aviation engineering, biometrics and data science, in order to provide opportunities for workforce upskilling and graduate-level employment.

LCY and UEL have a long-standing relationship and have collaborated for over a decade to deliver community outreach projects and employment opportunities for local people.

UEL strengthened our relationship with London City Airport in 2023. Pictured here are UEL Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Amanda Broderick, and London City Airport Former Chief Executive Officer Robert Sinclair.