Pre entry support

We understand the difficulty that may come with returning to education and are proud to offer workshops, short courses and specialist advice.

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We understand the difficulty that may come with returning to education and are proud to offer workshops, short courses and specialist advice.

Pre entry support

Pre-entry support at UEL

Get support before you start your course. We offer advice, short courses and guidance to help you prepare for university. 

If you are returning to education, you can access tailored support, including routes into degree study.

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What support you can get

You can access: 

  • One-to-one advice with a careers adviser to help you choose a course and understand entry requirements
  • Support with your application, including Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), personal statements, interviews and portfolios
  • Short courses for mature learners or those without formal qualifications, including the New Beginnings programme
  • Campus tours with a student ambassador to explore university life Workshops, taster days and summer schools to help you prepare for study

Support for care experienced and estranged students

We offer dedicated support to help care experienced and estranged students access higher education. 

You can take part in activities and events before enrolment to help you prepare for university.

Pre entry support FAQs

Who can access pre-entry support at UEL?

Pre-entry support is available to prospective University of East London students, including mature learners, care experienced students and estranged students. If you are thinking about applying or returning to education, you can access this support.

What is pre-entry support and how can it help me?

Pre-entry support helps you prepare for university before your course starts. This includes advice on choosing a course, help with your application, short courses to build confidence, and opportunities to visit our campuses and meet staff and students.

How do I apply for pre-entry support at UEL?

You can contact our team by email or phone to discuss your needs. We will guide you through the available support and help you book the right sessions or activities.

Is pre-entry support free?

Yes, all pre-entry support at the University of East London is free.

When should I start preparing for university?

You can start preparing at any time before your course begins. We recommend starting as early as possible so you can make the most of the support available.

Information for schools and colleges

If you support care experienced students, we can work with you. 

Contact our Schools and Colleges team to find out about outreach opportunities and how we can support your students. 

Email: partnerships@uel.ac.uk

Contact us

If you have questions, contact our Care Leaver and Estranged Students Advisers: 

Call via the Hub: +44 (0)208 223 4444 

Email: youngindependent@uel.ac.uk

Useful links

  • Care leavers

    We extend our support to students who are care leavers and estranged to ensure all students feel comfortable at UEL.