How to apply
Applying to study at UEL is easy. We consider applications from students with a wide range of backgrounds, qualifications and experience, and our online application system will enable you to submit your application from anywhere with internet access.
For applications made directly to UEL there is no formal closing date, but it is advisable to apply as early as possible in the year leading up to the start of your studies, as many programmes fill up quickly.
How to apply for taught degrees
The easiest and most secure way to apply is online at uel.ac.uk/apply. Our online application system enables you to complete your application via any internet-connected computer. You can save your application form and return to complete it at any time. When you submit your application we will send you an email to confirm that it has been received.
Section One Professional Postgraduate Study 2011/2012 You will be required to provide us with contact details of two referees to complete your application. Your referees will be able to upload their references for you directly, enabling us to process your application as quickly as possible.
If you are unable to apply online you can request a paper-based application form by calling
+44 (0)20 8223 3333 or emailing study@uel.ac.uk
How to apply for research degrees
If you are considering applying for a research degree, contact the Graduate School to discuss your research proposal before submitting an application. If the relevant school at UEL has the required expertise and facilities, you will be invited to complete an application form. In most cases, a submission of the application form will be followed by a formal interview.
For further information
Contact the Graduate School by calling
on +44 (0)20 8223 2976, emailing gradschool@uel.ac.uk
Teacher Training (PGCE)
Applications for teacher training (PGCE) programmes starting in September 2011 should be made via the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR) www.gttr.ac.uk For Primary teacher training programmes you should submit your application by 1 December 2011 to guarantee equal consideration. For all Primary teacher training applications made after 1 December 2011 and applications made for all other teacher training programmes at any time, we will consider your application provided that places are still available. It is therefore in your best interest to submit an application as early as possible.
Criminal records and health checks
Due to the nature of some programmes, further checks such as Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) or health checks may be required.
For further information
Contact the Checks Officer by calling
+44 (0)20 8223 6271 or visit uel.ac.uk/crb
International qualifications
We accept a wide range of qualifications from across the world. You should not convert your qualifications to the UK equivalent but please ensure you include as much detail about your studies as possible on your application, specifically scores/marks/grades for all qualifications that you have achieved.
For postgraduate programmes our normal requirement is IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 (occasionally 7.0) or equivalent. English language requirements for each programme are listed on our website.
We accept IELTS as well as many other equivalent-level qualifications.
For further information visit uel.ac.uk/international
