Location

UEL is based in East London, with campuses in Docklands (Royal Docks waterfront) and Stratford (next to the Olympic Park). Use this page to find directions, transport information and what’s near each campus.

Explore how to get to our campuses, what’s around them, and the transport links that connect you with the rest of London.

What’s near our campuses and local opportunities

UEL is closely connected to the local community and the wider city, with major transport connections that make campus life and travel simple.

Our Stratford campuses are in a commercial and cultural hub with excellent transport links, including the Elizabeth Line, DLR and national rail services. All of our campuses have easy access to major transport hubs via the DLR and Elizabeth Line, connecting you to work, study and leisure throughout London.

All of our campuses have easy access to transport hubs via the DLR and Elizabeth Line, connecting our students to employment opportunities within London and beyond.

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Lauren's top picks

Lauren was born and raised in Hackney. East London has shaped her life and career, with strong family roots in the area. Her grandparents ran a local pub, and her mother worked in East London throughout her career.

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Uma's top picks

Uma was born in New York, raised in Amsterdam and now lives in East London. Alongside her professional dance career, she enjoys exploring the area’s shops, restaurants and local venues.

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Saiful's top picks

Saiful has lived in London all his life and has seen how East London has changed over time. He values the area’s mix of culture, creativity, business and sport.

Regenerating the Royal Docks

Over £5 billion is being invested in the Royal Docks over the next 20 years, creating 36,000 new homes and 55,000 new jobs, with a strong focus on community, sustainability, and innovation.

Located at the heart of this major regeneration, our Docklands campus offers students the unique opportunity to study in a rapidly transforming area, and to engage directly with the social, economic, and environmental changes shaping East London’s future.

World-class healthcare and facilities

Newham is home to leading healthcare institutions, including the Royal London Hospital and Newham University Hospital, opening pathways to careers in medicine, nursing, allied health professions, and biomedical sciences.

Our East London campuses are ideally located to connect students with these world-class facilities, supporting hands-on learning, placements, and real-world experience in vital healthcare settings.

Networking and industry connections

East London Tech City is one of the UK’s fastest-growing digital and technology hubs, home to innovative start-ups and global brands such as Monzo, Deliveroo, Wise, and Citymapper.

With our Docklands campus nearby, students benefit from direct access to networking events, industry partnerships, and career opportunities within the tech and digital industries, helping them build professional connections while they study.

Find out about east London

Check out some of the best spots that east London has to offer below. From museums to shopping, east London has something for everyone.

Markets
London’s markets were historically the hearts of the communities they served.
Art
East London celebrates creativity with unusual exhibitions, galleries of all sizes and lots of new talent.
Families
Find family-friendly places, activities and support near UEL campuses, with practical information to help you plan life and study in East London.
Outdoors
East London has lots of green spaces where you can get a daily dose of fresh air and re-connect with nature.
Shopping
East London is a great shopping destination where you can find household brands, vintage shops, and affordable options for everyone.
Nightlife
No matter what you seek in a night out, east London has you covered. This part of London has it all from trendy cocktail bars, eclectic basement clubs, and warehouses.
Museums
Discover museums near UEL campuses, with travel times, costs and ideas for exploring East London’s culture while you study.
Theatre
You don't have to head into the West End to catch an acclaimed theatre production. East London has a variety of venues showing affordable contemporary productions.
Connected campus
Our Connected Campus project is a £20M+ investment plan putting students and staff at the heart of everything we do whilst on campus or virtually.
Finding us
See our campus maps, get directions on how to travel to and between our campuses.