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Welcome to international students
The UEL Careers Guarantee
At the University of East London, our Careers Guarantee supports you from day one. Alongside your degree, you’ll gain the skills, experience and employer connections to help you succeed after graduation.
From Education to Employment: The 5 Commitments of our Careers Guarantee
UEL’s Careers Guarantee brings together career-focused teaching, work placements, industry projects, networking opportunities, professional certifications, global job resources and entrepreneurial support to help you build experience and improve your employability.
We connect you to London industries through built-in placements, live employer projects and industry-standard facilities. You graduate with real-world experience and a CV to prove it.
In the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025, students rated us:
- +6 points above the sector average for placement opportunities
- +16 points for the link between teaching and placements
These results reflect our industry-focused learning, supported by thousands of employer partnerships.
Every course includes our Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness programme. These modules build the digital, emotional, social and cognitive skills employers value, with your progress recorded in a digital career passport.
This approach has delivered a 25+ percentage point improvement in graduate outcomes — the fastest in the UK.
In the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025, we also saw a 10.5% increase in graduates progressing to highly skilled employment.
Career support starts from day one through our Career Zone and continues after you graduate.
Our Graduate Success Service supports you for up to 18 months after your degree, whether you want to:
- Study or work abroad
- Explore global career paths
- Get help with your CV and interviews
You also have 24/7 access to a personalised online careers platform to track your goals and progress.
According to the Graduate Outcomes Survey, some subjects achieve 100% graduate outcomes, reflecting the impact of our global career support.
We’re ranked #2 in the UK for student start-ups, with a 1,000% increase in businesses still trading three years after launch.
In NSS 2025, 24% of our students said they are more likely to start a business.
Our Enterprise and Innovation Hub gives you access to:
- Startup mentoring
- Funding opportunities
- Professional workspaces
UEL is the UK’s most socially inclusive university, ranked #1 in England for student positivity, and a national leader in closing the degree awarding gap.
Our graduates go on to work in healthcare, education, sustainability, public service and technology, contributing to their industries and communities across the UK and beyond.
Accepting your offer
Accepting your offer
If you’re ready to accept your offer from UEL, log in to the Applicant Portal using the link in your offer letter.
What your offer means
- Unconditional: You have met our academic entry requirements. No further qualifications are required.
- Conditional: Your place is confirmed once you meet the conditions in your offer. These may include specific grades or English language requirements.
Complete all the steps in your offer letter by logging in to the Applicant Portal.
1. Meet your conditions and accept your offer
Upload any documents needed to meet the academic conditions in your offer.
If you’re ready to make UEL your firm choice, confirm this in the Applicant Portal.
Check our international deadlines to make sure you submit everything on time.
2. Pay your deposit
You must pay your tuition fee deposit before you can move to the next stage of your application.
Follow the payment instructions via Flywire to ensure the funds reach our account. You cannot begin your compliance checks until the payment has cleared.
If you are a sponsored student, upload proof of sponsorship to pass the deposit check.
Pay early to allow time for your funds to arrive and to avoid missing any deadlines.
3. Meet the compliance checks
As part of the admissions process for international students, you may be required to meet additional compliance checks. UEL works with trusted partners to support our compliance process, and you may be required to engage with our partner Enroly.
Additional compliance checks can include:
- Meeting maintenance requirements - documents should be uploaded via Enroly
- Submitting TB Certificate - uploaded via Enroly
- Pass a Pre-CAS-Interview - recorded via Enroly
4. Receive CAS and apply for your student visa
After meeting your academic and compliance conditions by the deadline, you will receive your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which you need to apply for a UK Student visa.
5. Join us for our pre-arrival and kickstarter programme
After you’ve completed all checks, watch for an email with details about our Pre-Arrival and Kickstarter programmes. These sessions help you prepare for life and study at UEL, including:
- Navigating London
- Settling in
- Understanding what to expect in your first weeks
6. Register for international orientation
International Orientation helps you transition to university life. You will receive an email when registration opens.
Register and attend to:
- Meet staff
- Connect with other students
- Get essential practical information before teaching begins
Get in touch
Want to hear more about life at UEL? Chat to our students and find out what studying in London is like.
FAQs
What should I do first after receiving my offer?
Your first step is to accept your offer in the Applicant Portal. You should then check whether you have any outstanding conditions and begin uploading any required documents as soon as possible.
Do I need to pay a deposit before I receive my CAS?
Yes. Most international students must pay a tuition fee deposit before a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued. Payment instructions and deadlines are provided in the Applicant Portal.
What are compliance checks and why are they required?
Compliance checks are part of UK visa requirements. They may include identity checks, document verification, financial evidence or a Pre-CAS interview. These checks must be completed before your CAS can be issued.
When can I apply for my Student visa?
You can apply for your Student visa only after you have received your CAS from UEL. You should apply as early as possible to allow enough time for visa processing before your course start date.
Is there support available before I arrive in the UK?
Yes. UEL provides pre-arrival guidance, online events and orientation programmes to help you prepare for studying and living in London. You will receive details by email once you have completed the required steps.