Nursing and Midwifery
Developing the future of healthcare professionals
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Developing the future of healthcare professionals
Hospital training hub
Our Hospital & Primary Care Training Hub is an inter-professional simulation suite is equipped with augmented and virtual reality equipment and virtual placement software. Cutting-edge tools include two SimMan 3G Plus, high-tech patient simulator mannequins, who are able to display neurological as well as physiological symptoms including sweating and crying.
Kajeanna's story
Kajeanna decided to study nursing when her father became ill with a kidney failure and she was inspired by the nurses who helped deliver his treatment. She joined the University of East London with the vision of becoming a qualified nurse, enabling her to pursue a career that supports others in need.
Banjo's story
Banjo had been set on pursuing a career in nursing since the age of 12, when he was taking care of his grandma when she was ill. Banjo decided to study nursing at the University of East London because of our diverse community, the quality of teaching, and the world class healthcare facilities we have available at our Stratford campus.
Our courses
We offer a broad range of undergraduate degrees in Nursing and Midwifery.
Embark on a journey in healthcare with a midwifery degree programme. Explore the complexities of childbirth, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for a fulfilling midwifery career.
Discover the Adult Nursing degree at UEL, designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge for a rewarding nursing career.
Nursing associates are essential in ensuring the long or short-term physical/mental health conditions of adult. This course will give you the necessary training.
Our Get Into Nursing short course is perfect for those that don't have the right qualifications, but have relevant work experience in care and an interest in a nursing career.
Why choose UEL for a Nursing and Midwifery degree?
You'll learn first-hand from nursing professionals on clinical placements in some of the largest NHS Trusts in North, North East, and East London. You'll be supported by qualified mentors and practice educators. We have connections across the independent and private sectors as well.
We have various nursing pathways to suit a range of career aspirations and entry levels. Our Get Into Nursing short course is perfect for those who don't have the right qualifications, but have relevant work experience in care and an interest in a nursing career.
Over 90 per cent of nursing students responded positively across several metrics, including 95 per cent of nursing associate students praising Teaching specifically, exceeding the sector average by over 5 per cent. - NSS 2024
Our facilities
Clinical training facilities
Based at Stratford Campus, our Centre for Clinical Education provides clinical training facilities in nursing, with industry-standard equipment and four large dedicated practical teaching rooms all with integrated Audio Visual displays. Students constantly report their satisfaction with the practical facilities and how much they enjoy learning in this environment.
Simulation Centre
Our new £250,000 Simulation Centre boasts cutting-edge tools including 'Stan', a high-tech patient simulator mannequin. We hope the new nursing course will help address the acute shortage of nurses in east London and the aim is to train local people for local jobs.
It's incredibly exciting to be recognised for something I'm so passionate about. Diversity and inclusion are central to everything I do.
Luul Abdirisak Ali
BSc Adult Nursing Student, shortlisted for the Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion
What we're researching
Our research in the area of Allied Health Professions (Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy) was a big winner in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework - the six-yearly national review of research quality in higher education. An expert panel rated 72 per cent of our allied health research as world-leading/internationally excellent overall.
Our research into public health links in with UEL's internationally-renowned Institute for Connected Communities (ICC), which regularly carries out research across the UK and also overseas. The ICC has been heavily involved in more than 50 significant projects since its foundation in 2006. UEL staff and students have researched into and developed programmes to improve health and wellbeing, particularly in some of London's poorest communities.
We're making a major contribution to evidence-based rehabilitation through our work with the Human Motor Performance Research Group (HMPG). This brings together a multi-disciplinary team of clinical scientists with backgrounds in physiotherapy, podiatry, neuroscience, biomechanical research, sports science and sociology.
Careers
Nurses are in high demand across the UK and abroad. With all of our nursing course pathways, you could go on to work within the NHS or in private practice as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Associate. The ultimate aim of our nursing courses is to prepare you for a rewarding and inspiring career. The clinical placement hours help prepare you for the world of work upon graduation and help you develop your interpersonal skills.
At UEL, you'll have access to:
- Employability skills training, such as interview techniques and CV writing.
- Career Assessment, giving you the opportunity to learn about yourself and Career Coach will help you to discover career suggestions based on your interests.
- UEL Skills Academy, where external professionals deliver sessions on the competencies most prized by graduate employers.
- Internships, placements and volunteering opportunities from our work placements team.
- Professional mentoring scheme, matching students with staff from major companies.
- Networking opportunities and an annual careers fair.
- Support with setting up your own business.
Our location
Our location in one of Europe's largest regeneration areas and our extensive links to local employers will also give you access to fantastic internships and placements. From heavy industry to high-tech, health and social care to the arts, there are so many opportunities right on our doorstep.
Career Coach
Use our online Career Coach to find out the different career paths that your chosen subject area can lead you to.
Get information on specific careers, job roles, potential wages and available jobs in the sector.
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