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How we teach

We teach through Technology Enhanced Active Learning (TEAL). That means you learn by doing - in workshops, projects, placements, simulations and online activities - not just by listening to lectures. TEAL helps you practise the skills employers want, with support that fits around your life.

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Courses for careers

Your career is our priority. We collaborate with employers and industry to create degree programmes that prepare you for the world of work, while also accommodating different learning styles to ensure every student can thrive. Through innovative university teaching approaches, we adapt how we teach to match the evolving demands of the job market.

We also focus on developing the complete individual - with the knowledge, confidence and life skills needed in your future career. We do this by including a Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth module in every course. This ensures you'll take the first (or next) step in your career with experiences behind you to prepare you for what's ahead. By continually re-evaluating how to teach, we ensure you are ready to step into the world of work with the experiences needed to succeed.

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Welcome to careers-first education

It's not just our courses that are designed by leading professionals in partnership with industry experts. We've worked alongside partners like Amazon to provide a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that puts students in charge – you can access your learning modules whenever and wherever you need them! This is just one of the many ways we’re innovating our university teaching to ensure our methods are as flexible and forward-thinking as possible.

We've invested millions in making our campuses perfect for people like you. You'll learn in a technology-rich campus and facilities, from specialist labs to classrooms with simulations, AR/VR, online quizzes and the provision of virtual learning materials such as e-books. 

Preparing you for tomorrow, today

We're here to support you to achieve your goals and prepare you for the jobs of the future. Ultimately, your educational experience is tailored to you. This is your education, your way.

You'll have clarity on your face-to-face timetabled commitments and learning objectives - so you can develop interpersonal skills and benefit from working in groups and engaging with people from all over the world.

We know each student has different skills, commitments, and priorities. We offer dedicated academic and careers support, access to wellbeing services, help with fees and funding, and further opportunities to thrive with volunteering, sport and fitness coaching, industry networking and much more.

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What we offer

Our teaching model consists of several components that add up to a complete education - use the links below to explore the ways we help you achieve your goals.

Teaching Innovation

The world of work is changing. Do you have what it takes to keep up? We've designed our degree programmes to include essential skills to help you adapt, embrace change and show potential employers that you are fit for the careers of the future. Our Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth programme develops your emotional, cultural and cognitive intelligence alongside digital skills, communication, resilience and entrepreneurship. We know how to teach skills that go beyond academics, preparing you for real-world challenges.

Find out more about our unique Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth module.

Beyond Academic Skills

Grow and develop beyond the classroom with our enrichment programme. We give you access to sports in our fantastic SportsDock facility, co-curricular activities, clubs, societies, volunteering and much more. We also have a dedicated Career Zone where you can prepare for your career and benefit from access to ready-made network of employers, alumni and industry partners. This holistic approach ties into our university teaching philosophy, where the goal is to shape well-rounded individuals ready for life and work.

Find out more about our Career Zone service.

Technology Enhanced Active Learning

We encourage an educational experience that is active, social, collaborative, engaging and student-owned. You will have access to a variety of resources ensuring your learning experience goes beyond the classroom. You will have access to a variety of resources ensuring your learning experience goes beyond the classroom, reflecting the very best in modern university teaching.

Complete support

At the University of East London, we will support you throughout your educational journey from application to graduation and beyond. Our focus is on your personal and professional development and we have different teams that know exactly how to help with specific issues including academic, financial and personal.

Find out more about how we support you through your studies and beyond.

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