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Apply for student finance
Applying for student finance early means less stress later. Don’t miss out on the support you might be entitled to – get your application in as soon as possible to make sure your funding is ready when you start your course. It’s quick, it’s simple, and it makes all the difference!
Watch this video for more tips.
Set up your UEL account
Check your email for your invitation to enrol and set up your account.
You will need your UEL account in order to complete your enrolment and login to our specialised resources.
Complete your online enrolment
Complete your online enrolment, including your right to study checks.
Request your student ID Card
Once you have accepted your unconditional offer, you will receive an email asking you to register with the Photo ID card portal.
Register with the ID Card Portal. Use your personal email address. create a password, and follow the instructions.
You should apply for your student ID card as soon as possible, but if it has not arrived before term commences, you should still continue to attend classes in person as your attendance will be monitored.
Access Disability Support
You may have received an email reminder to register for disability support.
Download our App
Download our Track My Future app.
Prepare
Check out your course pages
Once you’ve accepted your offer and set up your UEL account, you’ll be able to access your course page, where you can find information about your course orientation, access your course handbook, and see who your course team is.
Find a place to live
If you are moving to London for your studies, Welcome!
We have resources to help you find a place to live whether on campus or off campus.
Register for our pre-arrival webinar: Kickstarter!
Get a head start on your university journey!
Join our free virtual Kickstarter programme on January 8, 2026, and equip yourself with essential knowledge for a smooth transition to university life. You'll get insights into preparing for university-level study, understanding your academic journey within your school, and crucial information for international students on topics like visas, banking, and fraud awareness. Plus, we'll cover housing, travel, managing your finances, and completing enrolment tasks.
Don't miss this chance to prepare for success – register now!
Read your student handbooks
These are your guides to study and campus life at the University of East London.
You can download these handbooks directly to your computer or view them online. If using a screen reader or other Assistive technology, we recommend that you open these in Adobe Acrobat Reader or DC. If you would like to request alternative formats such as large print or braille, please fill out our request form and we will respond within 5 working days.
Click the links below to download your copy
Check out our pre-arrival digital and academic skills resources
Scroll down to view our tips for enhancing your digital and academic skills ahead of your arrival.
Engage
Attend Welcome Fest
Get ready to mark the beginning of your university journey with an unforgettable event! We're thrilled to announce Welcome Fest, designed for all our incoming students, taking place at the University of East London's Docklands Campus on 19 January.
What is Welcome Fest?
Welcome Fest is a comprehensive event that thoughtfully brings together our traditional Welcome Ceremony and the vibrant Welcome Fair into one essential experience. It's your ideal starting point to connect, explore, and prepare for success at UEL.
The Welcome Ceremony - your official welcome
Join us in the impressive facilities at our Docklands Campus for your formal introduction to the university. This is a crucial opportunity to hear directly from our Senior Leadership, support teams, and your own peers! This event will set a motivating tone for your academic journey and help you feel welcomed and informed from day one.
The Welcome Fair - discover and connect
Our Welcome Fair is a key element of Welcome Fest – a dynamic expo and Freshers' Fair all in one, hosted within our fantastic, dedicated event marquee and the East Building Atrium! This is your chance to:
- Find your community: Connect with your peers and make friends from day one!
- Access vital support: Learn about the extensive Support Services available to you, ensuring you have the resources needed to thrive academically and personally.
- Build your network: Engage with our community partners and discover valuable local opportunities and connections.
- Enjoy engaging activities: Take a break and participate in fun activities like fair games, friendly competitions, insightful workshops, and other interactive experiences throughout the day. It's a great way to unwind and meet new people.
- Enjoy complimentary food and giveaways: We'll have a variety of food trucks on-site, offering free food for all students, along with exciting giveaways!
- Compete for prizes: Take part in various activities for your chance to win some exciting prizes!
Claim your free ticket!
Please mark your calendar for Monday, January 19, 2026. Welcome Fest will be held at the Docklands Campus (Main Square). This is a truly valuable opportunity to immerse yourself in the university community, gain essential information, and start building connections that will support you throughout your studies.
Bookmark your course orientation date
Every course has its own course orientation. The date of your course orientation can be found on your course page.
Course orientations will take place throughout the week of 19 January 2026.
You are required to attend your course orientation, so make sure you save the date and attend.
Welcome+
Our Welcome+ programme is our collection of events that you can attend throughout the Welcome period and beyond.
New events will be added each month, so don’t forget to check back.
Pre-arrival events
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Kickstarter
Join our free virtual Kickstarter programme on January 8, 2026, and equip yourself with essential knowledge for a smooth transition to university life. Don't miss this chance to prepare for success!
Welcome and Orientation Events
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Welcome Fest 2026
Mark your calendars for Monday, January 19, 2026, and join us at UEL's Docklands Campus (East Building and Main Square) for Welcome Fest – the essential start to your university journey!
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Course Orientations - Mandatory
Every course has its own course orientation. The date of your course orientation can be found on your course page. Course orientations will take place throughout the week of 19 January.
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Our programme is chock full of events and resources that will allow you to learn even more about UEL, meet your fellow students, and expand your skills. The details will be sent to your UEL email.
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Active Campus
Active Campus offers a range of free activities to keep you moving throughout the whole year. Check out our timetable and start planning which activities you’d like to try.
The UEL Ready Programme
Think you have to navigate this alone? Think again.
This is your journey, but we’re here to help.
Need help with finding a house? Not sure how to make friends? Want to practice your digital and academic skills?
Need access to our virtual campus tours? We’ve got you covered!
Our UEL Ready programme is a mix of self-guided and facilitated resources and events to help you prepare for life in London, university level study, and your future career.
Below you’ll find resources that you can take advantage of and events that you can take part in to help you get #UELReady.
London ready
Preparing for your arrival
Navigating London as a student can be tricky. Here are a few resources to make things easier to manage.
Finding a place to live
If you are moving to London for your studies, Welcome!
We have resources to help you find a place to live whether on campus or off campus.
The closer you live to campus, the easier it will be to get to class and to participate in the many co- and extra-curricular activities that are available throughout the year.
We are one of the very few universities in London to offer on-campus accommodation. Our stunning waterfront Halls of Residence are convenient, secure, comfortable and a great way to live, learn and connect.
Travelling to and around the city
Landing in London
There are six major airports in London: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Stansted and London Southend.
London City Airport is the closest to UEL’s Docklands Campus. Gatwick and Heathrow are the two of the most commonly used airports for new international student arrivals.
Public transport
Transport for London (TfL) is the operator for London transport systems (taxis, trains, trams, buses, etc.).
Students are eligible for discounted travel throughout London, by using a Student Oyster Card.
Are you an international student?
Check out our International Student Arrival Guide.
Register with a GP
In the UK, your family doctor is known as a general practitioner, or GP. All students have free access to healthcare through the NHS.
It’s important that you register with a GP near you, as soon as possible.
Explore the city
Don’t forget to explore the city and have some fun. Find out which neighbourhoods you like most. Visit iconic landmarks. Watch a show on the West End. There’s so much to do here.
Check out these links for guides and info:
Course ready
Getting ready to start your course
Congratulations on starting a new learning journey. Your course pages and your course orientations are essential
for your smooth transition into study.
Course pages
Once you’ve accepted your offer and set up your UEL account, you’ll be able to access your course page, where you can find information about your course orientation, access your course handbook, and see who your course team is.
Course orientations
Every course has its own course orientation. The date of your course orientation can be found on your course page.
Course orientations will take place throughout the week of 19 January.
Uni ready
Preparing for university level study
Whether you’re starting at University for the first time, joining us after your first degree, or coming back after taking some time to work here are some resources to help you brush up on a few skills, learn brand new ones, and familiarise yourself with UEL specific learning tools.
Check out your handbooks
There are a few different handbooks and guides which will help you throughout your journey.
General student handbooks and guides
You can download these handbooks directly to your computer or view them online. If using a screen reader or other Assistive technology, we recommend that you open these in Adobe Acrobat Reader or DC. If you would like to request alternative formats such as large print or braille, please fill out our request form and we will respond within 5 working days.
Click the links below to download your copy
Course handbooks
Course handbooks can be found on your course pre-arrival pages.
Module guides
Module guides can be accessed through Moodle, our online learning space. You can learn how to use Moodle in our IT Induction - see our Digital Skills section below.
Funding your studies
It's important to consider how you'll fund your studies and how you'll manage your finances and payments throughout.
Our Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) have gathered helpful funding information for you.
Academic Skills
Coming to university is an exciting experience. Here are some key academic skills that university students need to know and utilise, and some resources that you can explore and to help you brush up on them before you arrive.
| Academic skills | |
|---|---|
| Skill | Courses and Resources |
| Time management | Microsoft Outlook - Basics |
| Notion Basics - Super easy crash course | |
| Microsoft OneNote Training | |
| Research and reading | Information Skills Self Assessment |
| How to conduct a literature search (YouTube playlist) | |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guide | |
| What is plagiarism? (video) | |
| Subject specific guides with information on how to use resources | |
Digital Skills
At the University of East London, we have a number of digital tools and platforms that will help you while you’re studying.
Our Student IT Induction module and IT induction site will walk you through many of them, but here’s a list of some of these tools with guides on how to use them.
Helpful links
Check your tech!
University level study requires access to a variety of tools and resources such as Microsoft 365, a laptop, internet, and a mobile device.
Learn more about the basic tech requirements and other important IT information for university study.
Microsoft Office
All students have access to Microsoft Office 365 tools.
You can learn more about what you have access to and how to use it by accessing the link below.
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning is an online skills development service offering an extensive library of high-quality video tutorials in digital, technology, creative and business skills. All UEL students and staff are offered unlimited access to the service to help you to achieve personal and professional goals. LinkedIn Learning has over 16,000 courses (made up of quick bite videos), available in seven different languages, so there is something for everyone.
How to Sign In
- Go to LinkedIn Learning, either via Moodle (go to Student Links) or by accessing LinkedIn Learning.
- Click Sign in, then enter your UEL email (username@uel.ac.uk) and click Continue.
- Click 'Continue to University of East London'.
- Sign in with your UEL email (username@uel.ac.uk) and password. You may need to verify your identity using Multi Factor Authentication as you do with other services at UEL.
- Follow the steps to choose preferences that will help you get the most from the platform (topics of interest, weekly learning goal and connection to your personal LinkedIn profile). Note that you can change your preferences at any time via your LinkedIn Learning profile.
Digital Training Tools
What Digital training is available for me?
IT Services - Digital Training offer a number of online IT learning resources, from Office 365 and Adobe products to Turnitin and Timetables. The resources are pulled from a combination of UEL specific content, Microsoft Learning Pathways and Linkedin Learning, along with other material supplied by our software suppliers.
Help with learning technology
The Edu-Tech drop-in service is available for students who wish to speak to an expert about using technology to support them with studying, learning, or teaching. If you require help on a specific topic related to learning technology, e.g. Microsoft 365, assistive technology and mobile apps, access the EDU-Tech Drop-in page to request a one to one session.