Kenya

Why choose UEL?

  • Guaranteed scholarships: Kenyan students can access automatic scholarships on most courses, with awards available up to £2,500.
  • Careers-first university: UEL focuses on real-world skills, ensuring students graduate ready for global employment opportunities.
  • Work placement opportunities: Many programmes include built-in work placements, internships, or industry projects to boost employability.
  • Affordable London experience: Located in East London, UEL offers a traditional campus setting with direct Tube links to central London in just 35 minutes.
  • Affordable tuition fees: Competitive tuition rates make UEL an accessible choice, with flexible instalment payment options available for international students.
  • Flexible on-campus accommodation: Modern student housing is available directly on campus, with prices starting from £150 per week.
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Find the course that's right for you:

Entry requirements

Undergraduate

  • A (University) Diploma with 50 per cent or above
  • An Ordinary Diploma/Ordinary Technician Diploma with 50 per cent or above
  • A recognised International Foundation course

Postgraduate

  • Bachelor’s degree with a second class lower or above
How to apply

English language requirements

To study at UEL you must demonstrate that your English level is at the standard for university study. We accept a number of different English language qualifications/tests for entry onto our courses, with IELTS being the most common.

English Language Qualifications

  • Grade C or above in English Language at KCSE
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL iBT
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)
  • Oxford International English Test (OIETC)

Learn more about accepted English Language Qualifications

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Meet your representative

Hope Beales, Regional Manager – Sub-Saharan Africa

As a former international student in the UK, Hope understands how challenging it can be to work on your application and start a degree in a new environment. 

Whether you're considering or have already applied to UEL, the team will provide you with advice and support throughout your student journey.

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Find an agent

Study abroad agents in Kenya

Crizac LTD  
Full Address with Postcode: Ikigai Nairobi (Westlands), Peponi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya -00800 
Email Address: Kenya@Crizac.com 
Contact Number with Country Code: +254 705 755222

IDP Nairobi
Full address with postcode: 2nd floor Euro Towers, Muthithi Road, Westlands
Email address: info.nairobi@idp.com
Contact number with country code: +254 718315914

International Studies NG
Full address with postcode: Plot 168, Bisi Obadina Street, Omole Phase 1, Ikeja, Lagos
Email address: enquire@internationalstudies.ng
Contact number with country code: +2348026709423

Jokings Educare 
Full address with postcode: 6th Floor, Vision Towers, 26 Muthithi Road, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya  
Email address: kenya@jokingseducare.com 
Contact number with country code: Tel:    +254 716 082941 
Mob: +254 798 738222 

QS StudentApply Ltd
Full address with postcode: 1 Tranley Mews, Fleet Road, London, United Kingdom, NW3 2DG
Email address: admissions.qsa@qs.com
Contact number with country code: +44 (0) 207 284 7200

SI-UK Kenya
Full address with postcode: G-01, Madonna House, Westlands Road, Westlands, P.O. Box 12830-00400, Nairobi
Email address: nairobi@studyin-uk.com
Contact number with country code: 254 (0) 755688242, +254 (0) 755688247, +254 (0) 755688253

Study Now
Full address with postcode: 4th Floor, Laiboni Centre, Lenana Road, Nairobi, Kenya P.O. Box 100798-00101
Email address: info@studynow.org.uk
Contact number with country code: +442034337700

Uniserv Education
Full address with postcode: 9th Floor, Fortis Towers, Woodvale Grove, Westlands P.O. BOX 56386-00200, Nairobi, Kenya
Email address: Info@uniserveducation.com
Contact number with country code: +254 734 00 003

BSc (Hons) Computing for Business (with Foundation Year)
Studying Computer Science at UEL strengthened my expertise in software engineering and backend application development. The programme built on the experience I already had and supported my progression to Senior Software Engineer."

Norbert Anjichi

Kenyan student in MSc Computer Science

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