Top 40 in the UK

The Guardian University Guide 2026 places the University of East London in the UK top 40 for the first time, making it one of London’s top six universities.

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International Women's Day 2026: celebrating women in education and beyond

This year's International Women's Day theme is Give to Gain, a reminder that when we invest in women, champion their ambitions, and remove the barriers in their way, everyone benefits.

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Our Careers Guarantee

It's our commitment to help every student build the skills, confidence and industry connections they need to succeed in the real world.

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Our accreditations

  • Fastest-rising university in England Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025

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A Year of Health: building a fairer, healthier future

Our Year of Health is a bold initiative to tackle health disparities and rethink what health means for our students, our communities, and the world

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