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Why should you live on campus?
Reliability
“Our Residential Life Team provides maintenance services as soon as the issue is received.”
Support
“The Residential Life Team did well in caring for students with a lot of events and activities that may help students emotionally or to pass time.”
Clarity
“The communication from the Residential Life Team has been top notch.”
Living on campus at the University of East London means you’re part of a supportive, safe, and inclusive community. Our East London university accommodation, the Docklands Student Village, is one of the most affordable and well-connected places to live in the capital.
The benefits of joining our on-campus community
Welfare officers
Residential Life has three Welfare Officers. They’re here to provide accessible welfare support and guidance to all students living in our Halls of Residence. They serve as a first point of contact for students who require pastoral care and support. At least one Welfare Officer will be on campus seven days a week, 9am-5pm.
If you need to reach out to the Welfare Officers directly, please email reslifewelfare@uel.ac.uk.
Customer support
There is a member of the Residential Life team on campus 7 days a week from 9am-5pm to respond to your queries and assist you. Should you need any assistance, you are welcome to call the office or visit us in person and the team will be happy to help.
Safety and security
The University has an on-campus security team available 24 hours a day in person and by phone. You can visit our security helpdesk in East Building or call them using the phone found in your bedroom. The University has a dedicated emergency line if you need urgent assistance, and we work closely with the Metropolitan Police to ensure students feel safe around campus. Our security officers also regularly patrol the halls to ensure the safety and security of all residents.
UEL also operates a 'silent witness' scheme, so you can make an anonymous report of any incident that may have worried you. You can report an incident with or without contact details via the Report + Support platform.
There are numerous CCTV cameras positioned around the Student Village. Each one is active and monitored by our Security team. There is also a strict visitor policy in place, so you can take comfort in knowing that the only people in our Halls of Residence are authorised visitors or fellow residents.
Scholars
Our Residential Life Scholars are full-time fellow students who work as part of our Residential Life team. As a resident, they will be your first point of contact and welcome you to your new home. You will see them throughout the year hosting events, and they are just a phone call or text away if you want to chat. You’ll find their phone number on your kitchen wall posters and on our Intranet page.
Living Learning Communities
These communities are for anyone who wants to:
- Meet new people with shared/common interests
- Have new experiences that encourage new ideas and opinions
- Learn transferable and enhancing skills
- Participate in educational, social and career-enhancing activities
- Enhance their student accommodation experience
- Increase positive impact on their local community
- Enhance their CV and career opportunities
- Have fun
When you’re applying for accommodation, please select from the following options to be part of our Living Learning Community:
- Mental and Physical Wellbeing: This community focuses on supporting and improving your mental and physical well-being.
- Environment and Sustainability: This community focuses on engaging, promoting and working with fellow students who are committed to protecting the environment.
- Social Justice (including volunteering): This community focuses on contributing to the local and wider community through engaging in practices that promote equality and inclusion and promoting volunteering opportunities.
If you select one of the above groups when applying for accommodation, you will receive information about events, campaigns and educational/social and career-enhancing opportunities. Your information will also be shared with other departments for opportunities related to your selection.
Transport
Living in our student halls, you’ll enjoy fantastic transport links to our Stratford campus and central London.
A free, regular bus operates between the Docklands and Stratford campuses, with a bus stop directly outside the Student Village.
The Docklands campus is also served by Cyprus Station, on the Docklands Light Railway, which is part of the greater London Underground system. It is located right at the campus entrance, giving you access to central London in less than half an hour. Stratford and Canary Wharf are both 20 minutes away. The campus is also connected to the centre of the capital by 24-hour buses, so it couldn't be easier to get around.
We are unable to offer car parking at our Docklands campus, although we do reserve a limited number of spaces for Blue Badge holders. If you hold a Blue Badge and require a parking space, please contact residentiallife@uel.ac.uk or call us on +44 20 8223 4445.
You’re welcome to bring a bicycle and bike lock for storage in our secure bike sheds located around the campus.
Amenities
- Laundry
The University provides on-site laundry facilities in both the East and West Halls which are managed by an external company, Circuit Laundry. The machines are cashless and are operated using the Circuit Laundry App. - Gym
Living on campus, you will also enjoy our state-of-the-art gym, SportsDock. Students enjoy free, off-peak gym memberships and a host of other Active Campus programmes.
- Library
By choosing to live on campus, you will be only a few minutes’ walk away from Docklands Library which has quiet study spaces, rooms for group work and helpful staff to assist with research and referencing.
- Canteen
All our accommodation is self-catered, but living on campus also gives you the option to visit our canteen, The Edge, for a bite to eat in East Building.
All-inclusive rent
All-inclusive rent means there are no surprise fees or extra charges during your tenancy. All utilities (gas, electricity, water), Wi-Fi and TV license (in applicable flats) are covered in the rent that you pay. Enjoy hassle free, easy-to-manage finances by living on campus.
Proximity to campus
In addition to the above amenities on your doorstep, you will also enjoy close proximity to your lectures at Docklands campus and living near friends.
FAQs about University of East London accommodation
What makes UEL different from the accommodation in other London universities?
Unlike many other providers, UEL offers on-campus housing with all-inclusive rent, 24/7 security, and free access to SportsDock gym. Our Docklands Student Village is purpose-built for students and offers a supportive community environment.
Is UEL affordable compared to other London university accommodation options?
Yes. UEL provides one of the most cost-effective housing options in London, with utilities, Wi-Fi, and TV license included in rent. This makes it significantly more affordable than many private rentals in the city.
How close is UEL student housing to central London?
The Docklands campus is just a few steps away from Cyprus DLR Station, providing quick access to Canary Wharf in 20 minutes and central London in under 30 minutes. This makes us one of the most convenient choices for east London university accommodation.
Does the University of East London provide support for international students living on campus?
Absolutely. Our Residential Life team, Welfare Officers, and Residential Scholars provide pastoral care, orientation, and events to help international students feel at home in London.