Transfer to UEL from another university

Everything you need to know about transferring to the University of East London from another university as a UK student.

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Everything you need to know about transferring to the University of East London from another university as a UK student.

Transfer to UEL from another university

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Can I transfer universities for a later year of study?

If you’re a UK student looking to move to the University of East London for a September 2026 start, you can apply through Clearing.

If you want to join Year 2 (Level 5) or Year 3 (Level 6) of an undergraduate programme, please follow a few simple steps: 

  • Apply through our online Clearing application form.
  • Select your preferred year of entry (Year 2 or Year 3) in the application form. 
  • After you apply, you will be contacted to provide a copy of your transcripts from your existing institution, or the most recent place you studied.

If you have any questions, please use the Live Chat on our website or call 020 7365 6240.

If you’re an international student, please visit our international transfer page for more information.

Why the University of East London?

FAQs

What are the entry requirements to transfer to a university and apply for year 2 or year 3?

If you want to transfer to University of East London for 2-year or 3-year entry, you need to:

  • Currently be studying on a course in an equivalent subject area
  • Have achieved grades equal to the entry requirements for first-year entry (A-levels, international qualifications, foundation years, access courses or other relevant requirements)
  • Have covered sufficiently similar content to that of our first or second year students

For entry in year 2 / level 5, we would normally expect you to have completed 120 credits at level 4. For entry into year 3 / level 6, we would normally expect you to have completed 240 credits at level 5.

What happens after I’ve applied and submitted my transcripts?

An academic from a relevant area of study will assess your previous learning, including programme content and level, and decide regarding the amount of credit that can be recognised towards your University of East London award.

I am an international student; can I still apply to transfer? Would my visa be affected?

Yes, you can apply if you are an international student. Alongside submitting your application, you should seek advice regarding the impact on your visa from our International Student Advice team by emailing them at isa@uel.ac.uk.

Will my student funding be affected?

Decisions on advanced entry are based on an academic assessment of your previous study. You should check your eligibility for student funding. For more information, visit our Fees and Funding page.