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News, events and latest research updates from UEL.
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FeaturedFeatured UEL shortlisted for prestigious University of the Year awardPublished on 04 September 2025
The University of East London (UEL) has been shortlisted for University of the Year at the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2025 – one of the UK’s most prestigious higher education honours.
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FeaturedFeatured UEL breaks into top 40 in Guardian University Guide 2026Published on 13 September 2025
University of East London has risen 80 places in three years to achieve its highest ranking ever in “meteoric ascent”.
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FeaturedFeatured UEL leads Queen’s Reading Room shared reading researchPublished on 23 January 2026
The University of East London is leading a landmark new neuroscience research project exploring how shared reading can reduce stress, strengthen social connection and improve mental wellbeing.
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FeaturedFeatured Bereavement care pioneer honouredPublished on 20 January 2026
A global leader in bereavement care, Dr Chantal Fowler Lockey BEM (Medalist of the order of The British Empire) has received an Honorary Doctor of Education.
Events
We welcome visitors all year round. Discover and experience everything UEL can offer you by joining us at one of our events.
February Open Day
Docklands Campus
Online
26 February 2026
Visiting a University of East London undergraduate open day offers a valuable opportunity to explore the campus, meet current students, and speak to academic staff.
Explore the eventResearch
Read about our innovative researchOur research is all about people, change and making the world a better place. Our academics come together with expertise and different perspectives.
SugarcreteThis project brings together experts from UEL and sector leading organisations Grimshaw and Tate & Lyle Sugars to co-create ideas and offer viable construction solutions for real world applications.
Childcare marketisation: Addressing the perils and shaping the future (REF 2021)REF impact case study, Professor Eva Lloyd OBE, School of Education and Communities
Are our social media posts hurting the planet? (REF 2021)Research from UEL professor analyses how our digital activity might be damaging the planet
Think of the Children; Safeguarding Children Online From Harm (REF 2021)REF 2021 impact case study, Professor Julia Davidson, Director of the Institute of Connected Communities.
Blogs
Read the latest blogs by our academics, researchers, alumni, and guests, and explore what's happening at the University of East London.
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From day one to graduation: how UEL helps students build real careers
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Global careers, real impact: building your career with an international business degree
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Where can a business degree take you? | UEL
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