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Are you looking to play competitive sport, go to the gym, join our free Move East London activities or just de-stress from your studies? At East London Sport we have something for everyone.
Welcome to East London Sport
Voted the most ambitious and the most improved university in the UK for sport, we pride ourselves on being able to provide a wide-ranging programme of sporting, health and fitness opportunities for staff, students and the wider community.
In 2010, the University of East London was ranked 124th in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) league – the National Governing Body for University Sport. With only a handful of teams and no medallists, East London Sport was created. Since then we have won the BUCS Most Improved University for Sports, and increased our ranking each year in the BUCS tables. We’ve also helped support many Olympians and Paralympians, 34 teams across a wide range of sports and 500+ active students.
Whether you want to represent UEL as part of our Clubs or High-Performance Programme, access our world-class facilities at SportsDock or engage with the ever-changing events and activities delivered as part of Move East London, we’ve got something for you! We’re passionate about getting active and the benefits that come with it, from maintaining physical and mental well-being and making friendships that will last a lifetime, to enhancing your CV.
Active Campus
Our Active Campus project is here to enhance your university life. We are refreshing existing areas and equipment, expanding our events and activities, and designing new vibrant spaces.
Meet the East London Sport Talent Pathway team
Take a look at the team behind the ELSTP and get a bit of insight into who they are, what they do, where they’re from.
Sports Injury Clinic
We provide high-quality sports injury treatment and rehabilitation delivered by passionate and skilled Sports Therapy students under the supervision of experienced professionals.
Clubs
SportsDock
Move East London
Our programme allows students to take part in free drop in sessions in Docklands and Stratford, from yoga and boxing to basketball and volleyball.
Employability and professional development
East London Sport provide an exciting pathway for our students to develop professionally within the sports industry.
East London Global Sport Strategy
This strategy is global in ambition and seeks to connect our practice in East London with learners, stakeholders and partners in the local, regional, national and international contexts.
SportsDock
Hear from Richard Avery, Applied Sports and Exercise Scientist, on how our students use our facilities to harness new skills and apply them into their future careers.
Our world-class facilities and electrifying atmosphere at our weekly fixtures are one of the many reasons we’re a leading university for sports in London. They are available to students, staff, the local community, and national and international organisations. The SportsDock facilities have been used by over 35,000 students and residents in the last 10 years, and the fitness centre underwent a £500,000 refurbishment in 2022.
As a testament to the quality of the centre, SportsDock was used as the training Hub for Team USA, during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
SportsDock features:
- two multi-purpose indoor sports arenas
- 120-piece fitness centre
- fully equipped strength and conditioning room
- dance and aerobics studios
- sports therapy clinic
- conferencing and meeting rooms, lecture theatres and teaching rooms
- outdoor pitches
Studying at the University of East London has been life-changing. With its outstanding support, my opportunities have skyrocketed. Since I started here, I have attended the Junior and Senior Commonwealth games, and three junior world cups."
Owen Edwards,
BSc Physiotherapy, Fencing Scholar
Unique partnerships
The achievements and developments within sport at the University of East London over the last six years has been largely influenced by our large range of partnerships. At the University, we believe in working in collaboration and utilising the assets, strengths and networks of partners from across the UK.
We partner with many professional, amateur and community sports clubs alongside a wide and varied network of associations, such as national governing bodies of sport, sports foundations, charities and businesses.
Sport-related courses
Our sports department is consistently ranked amongst the top three universities for sports in London. Our undergraduate and postgraduate sports programmes span four academic schools. Find the perfect course for you:
Undergraduate courses
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance (West Ham United Foundation)
Unlock your potential as a sports leader with a Sports Coaching degree. Learn invaluable techniques, strategies, and leadership skills to inspire athletes to reach their peak performance.
Study BSc Sports Coaching & Performance
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
Discover how to assess, treat, and prevent sports-related injuries with a Sports Therapy degree. Start your journey towards a rewarding sports therapy career today!
Study BSc Sports Therapy
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
Unlock the science behind peak athletic performance with a Sport and Exercise Science degree at UEL. Dive into real-world experiences that shape the future of sports performance.
Study BSc Sport and Exercise Science
BSc (Hons) Sport Physical Education and Development
Study Sports and Physical Education at UEL: Learn coaching, sport science, and community development at UEL to inspire and shape future athletes and active lifestyles.
Study BSc Sport PE & Development
BA (Hons) Sports Journalism
Discover the BA (Hons) Sports Journalism degree at UEL. Prepare for a dynamic career in sports journalism with our comprehensive course.
Study BA Sports JournalismPostgraduate courses
MSc Sport Analytics
Study sport analytics and have access to reliable and valid information, maximising the value of data in the sports industry.
Study MSc Sport Analytics
MSc Applied Sport And Exercise Physiology
Train to work as an applied sport and exercise physiologist; learn the theoretical knowledge as well as the key practical skills.
Study Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology
MSc Sport Psychology
Our BASES (PSES) endorsed MSc immerses you into sport psychology in a supportive and challenging way.
Study MSc Sport Psychology
MSc Strength and Conditioning
This sports course will develop skills and knowledge to allow you to have a sound knowledge base, that is applied to practice, to enhance performance.
Study MSc Strength and Conditioning
MSc Sports Management
Acquire the tools and skills you need to thrive in the world of sports management. Get a head start when it comes to finding work in the field.
Study MSc Sports Management
