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Apply to UEL through Clearing this summer and unlock a support package with benefits to help you settle into student life.

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Apply to UEL through Clearing this summer and unlock a support package with benefits to help you settle into student life.

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Clearing Support Package

Your £1,000 First Year Support Package  

 

A Head Start for Your Future

Your university journey starts long before your first lecture. That’s why it’s important to choose a university that supports you from the very beginning. When you apply to UEL through Clearing, you'll be eligible for a support package worth over £1,000, designed to help you get the most of your first year.

Whether it's helping with travel, everyday spending, keeping active or enjoying student life, these benefits are designed to give you one less thing to worry about as you prepare for university.

Choosing a university is about more than finding the right course. It's about finding a place that invests in your success. At UEL, we're proud to support our students with practical benefits that help them feel confident, connected and ready to thrive. 

 

What does the First Year Support Package cover?

The package includes:

  • £400 cash payment towards travel
  • £400 groceries voucher  
  • £100 entertainment voucher
  • £120 one-year premium student gym membership at UEL SportsDock

The £1,000 First Year Support Package is part of our wider commitment to affordability, inclusion and student success. We believe your focus should be on building your future, not worrying about your finances. 

 

Who is eligible for the First Year Support Package? 

The First Year Support Package is available to fee-assessed Home undergraduate students applying to UEL through Clearing for a full-time programme. The package is available for undergraduate courses starting in September 2026, with fees of £9,790. Allocation of the package is on a first-come first-serve basis (and may be withdrawn upon our courses reaching capacity) and enrolment being fully completed by 28th September 2026. 

Terms and conditions

University of East London Clearing Support Package (First Year Essentials Kit) - 2026/27 Entry

Terms and Conditions
 

What is the UEL Clearing Support Package (First Year Essentials Kit)?
 

The Clearing Support Package (First Year Essentials Kit) is a scheme that supports the late entry of UEL students living in the U.K. The scholarship aims to support the cost of travel, cost of living and study resources as they transition to UEL. The award is worth £1,020, in the first year of study for eligible applicants.
 

First Year Essentials Kit worth £1,020 – What's available
 

  • £400 cash payment towards travel
  • £400 groceries voucher (claim via UEL Aspire Cash)
  • £100 Entertainment voucher (claim via UEL Aspire Cash)
  • £120 One-year premium student gym membership at UEL SportsDock


Criteria

Students will only be eligible for an award if they meet all of the following criteria:

  • Starting an undergraduate degree for the first time at UEL in September 2026
  • Applying for an undergraduate degree at UEL through Clearing
  • Fee assessed as a Home student paying full time fees of £9,790 per year
  • Studying full-time
  • Studying at one of our campuses
  • Must be fully enrolled by the 28th September 2026

Excludes those studying:

  • With a collaborative partner
  • Via online or distance learning
  • In receipt of NHS funding


Application process

There is no application necessary. There are a limited number of awards available. Awards will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis, until all packages have been awarded. All decisions are final. Allocation of the package is dependent on the enrolment being fully completed by 28th September 2026.

UEL will notify successful students of the provisional nomination during Clearing 2026. The scholarship will only be confirmed once student has firmly accepted their place and fully enrolled by 28th September 2026. All communication will be sent by email.

UEL is under no obligation to award all scholarships, should the quality of the applications be insufficient.

Payment details

Payment / vouchers will be made via UEL Aspire by the end of October 2026 via open banking technology, for fully enrolled students who have met all the eligibility criteria and have a confirmed award. Students can access their award within minutes.

Awarded students will receive an email from student.info@uel-aspire.co.uk, providing guidance to receive payment of their award and vouchers. Emails will be sent to UEL student accounts only.

Failure to claim the award within 2 months of the notification email may result in award cancellation.

The award will not be made if you have overdue debt to UEL – this includes not having Student Finance in place.


General terms and conditions

The package will be allocated in academic year 2026/27. It will not be renewed or extended beyond this term to cover repeat modules or years.

Any award is subject to successful enrolment on a course at UEL in 2026/27 and commitment to the full academic calendar.

If an awardee decides to change programmes, the student will be entitled to keep the scholarship provided that the new course and mode of study still meet the eligibility criteria. All changes must be approved by the Director of Student Recruitment.

If an awardee decides to withdraw, the package will terminate at the date of withdrawal. Any payments made will not need to be returned.

The package cannot be exchanged for an alternative award.

If the student’s status changes during their study due to information not being provided at the point of application, and the student becomes ineligible, UEL reserves the right to revoke the scholarship and reclaim any payments made.

If a student breaks UEL regulations and is withdrawn from study, the scholarship will be immediately revoked and will not be re-awarded if the student returns at a later date.

Students awarded the package must support the University with future promotion of UEL through ambassadorial work, equivalent to ten hours unpaid work. This includes a photo, testimonial profile and video testimonial as a minimum.

UEL reserves the right to verify applications and request additional evidence.

If you are in receipt of welfare benefits, scholarships and bursaries may affect your entitlement as they can be treated as income. Starting a course is a change of circumstance and you should inform all relevant benefit offices when you enrol.

We reserve the right to modify, substitute, or withdraw any component of the package at our discretion. Reasonable efforts will be made to provide advance notice.

A complaint is normally a specific concern related to a procedural error or maladministration in admissions procedures. If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of the administration of your scholarship, please contact us in writing at studentfunding@uel.ac.uk.

How do I apply?

There is no application necessary. Clearing applications will be assessed and where the criteria is met, you will be informed of a provisional allocation. Successful allocation will be based on completing all aspects of the eligibility criteria.  

 

Further information

For further information and advice on this award please contact our Applicant Enquiries team at +44 (0)20 8223 3333 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm).

Support Available during your time at UEL

We support you financially, academically, emotionally and professionally throughout your time at UEL.


Financial support

  • Bursaries and scholarships, including sports scholarships, hardship bursaries and Dean scholarships for academic excellence
  • Financial support available for a wide range of circumstances
  • Application deadlines may have passed by the time Clearing is complete


Money advice


Academic and personal support

  • Free academic tutoring and writing workshops
  • Disability and dyslexia support
  • Student Support Hubs at Docklands and Stratford campuses


Wellbeing and mental health

  • Confidential counselling services
  • Drop-in wellbeing sessions
  • Access to Health Assured and apps that support your mental health


Careers and employment

  • On-campus jobs, internships and mentoring opportunities
  • Support from the UEL Career Zone to help you build your future from day one


Get in touch

Call Applicant Engagement on +44 (0)20 8223 3333 (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm), or explore our support during your studies to see the full range of services available.

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FAQs

How much could I save with the UEL Clearing Support Package?

Eligible students can receive support worth up to £1,020 during their first year at UEL. This includes £400 towards travel costs, a £400 grocery voucher, a £100 entertainment voucher, and a one-year premium SportsDock gym membership worth £120. The package is designed to help reduce the upfront costs of starting university and make student life more affordable.

Why is UEL offering a Clearing Support Package?

Starting university can come with significant costs, from commuting and food shopping to fitness and social activities. UEL's Clearing Support Package is designed to help eligible students settle into university life with greater financial confidence while accessing the opportunities, facilities and support available on campus from day one.

What happens after I accept my Clearing offer?

Once you have firmly accepted your UEL Clearing offer and completed enrolment, the university will contact eligible students with information about receiving their support package. Awards are distributed through UEL Aspire, and students will receive guidance via their UEL student email account. To avoid missing important updates, applicants should regularly check their inbox and complete all enrolment steps by the published deadlines.

Is the £1,000 kit available to all Clearing students?

Students will only be eligible for an award if they meet all of the following criteria:

  • Starting an undergraduate degree for the first time at UEL in September 2026
  • Applying for an undergraduate degree at UEL through Clearing
  • Firmly accepted the University’s clearing offer within 7 days
  • Fee assessed as a Home student paying full time fees of £9,790 per year
  • Studying full-time
  • Studying at one of our campuses
  • Must be fully enrolled by the 28th September 2026

Excludes those studying:

  • With a collaborative partner
  • Via online or distance learning
  • In receipt of NHS funding

Can international students claim the First Year Essentials Kit?

The First Year Essentials Kit is only available to students who are fee assessed as a Home student, paying full time fees of £9,790 per year. 

When do I receive the Essentials Kit if I accept through Clearing?

Payment / vouchers will be made via UEL Aspire by the end of October 2026 via open banking technology, for fully enrolled students who have met all the eligibility criteria and have a confirmed award. Students can access their award within minutes.

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