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Welcome to our new students
WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON
You're about to join a careers-led university that will prepare you for the jobs of the future.
You will be welcomed into our vibrant student community which is diverse, inclusive, passionate and creative.. Here at UEL you will not only develop academic knowledge but you will also have the opportunity to develop skills beyond your subject through our employer partnerships dedicated Career Zone and unique mental wealth programme. Your University experience wouldn’t be complete without a programme of extra-curricular opportunities that nurture your wellbeing, bring you new and exciting experiences and help you make memories that last a lifetime
You'll graduate among alumni who have built businesses, fought for change, smashed glass ceilings, saved lives and led by example. You're about to #BeTheChange. Now let’s get you started…
PREPARE TO START YOUR STUDENT JOURNEY
Pre-arrival checklist
1. Check your email for your invite to enrol and set up your account
Before you can complete online enrolment, you will need to log on to your UEL account using the temporary password. You will be asked to choose a new password before you can complete online enrolment.
When choosing your new password, please make sure it has:
- at least 8 characters
- a mix of upper and lower case
- at least one number OR special character such as #
If you need help, watch our step-by-step video or visit our Password information page to see how to reset your password and log in for the first time.
Once you have successfully changed your password you will be able to complete online enrolment.
Not received your email? Don’t forget to check your junk emails and add these email addresses to your safe senders list:
2. Complete Online Enrolment
With your student account setup, it's now time to officially become a student of the University of East London! Enrolment involves confirmation of your details , paying your tuition fees, and agreeing to the terms and conditions for your course of study.
Log in to UEL Direct, click on the enrolment button on the homepage to begin online enrolment.
- To move through each section, click 'Save and proceed'
- To move back a stage, click 'Back'
- Fields marked with [*] are compulsory.
- You can click the [?] symbol at any point for more details about a particular field.
You can also contact The Student Hub on +44 (0)20 8223 4444, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, or log an enquiry on My Portal using your UEL student account details.
After you have enrolled, you will need to set up something called Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to continue accessing our online services.
3. Apply for On-Campus Accommodation
Situated on the waterfront at our Docklands Campus, our modern accommodation halls are close to teaching buildings, our sport and fitness facilities, the library, student services and fun social activities. There’s excellent public transport links to help you explore the local area and more of London, plus a free and convenient inter-campus bus service to Stratford and USS Campuses. Our Halls have a 24/7 Security Reception who keep our buildings safe, plus we have a dedicated Residential Life team who are there to help you settle in and make the most of your time living on campus.
More details about room types, pricing and how to apply for Halls can be found on our accommodation pages.
4. Prepare for your studies and your course induction
Prepare for your studies by accessing your course information page on Launchpad. Select your course from the list to read a message from your course leader, access your course handbook and undertake any pre-arrival tasks. You should also note the details of where your course induction will take place on week beginning Monday 25 September.
From there you can also access Track My Future where you will find heaps of great information to help you feel prepared.
Make sure you also read your undergraduate or postgraduate handbooks which are full of useful information to help you prepare for university life.
5. Get these mandatory events in your diary
Before you start you are required to join us on Wednesday 30 August for a virtual pre-arrival event for our virtual Kickstarter programme from Monday 11 – Friday 15 September.
These unmissable events will give you the chance to find out more university life, our approach to teaching, offer visa and compliance advice, provide enrolment support and prepare you for your course induction.
Your course induction takes place in person, on campus from Monday 25 September. You can find the details of when your course induction will take place and where, on your course information page.
Please also note these key dates and deadlines in your diary, along with the term dates.
If you're an international student, you're also invited to attend International Orientation from Wednesday 20 September.
6. Prepare to travel to campus
Wherever you’re joining us from, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with our campuses and plan your journey ahead of your first official day on campus on Monday 25 September for your course induction.
If you are an international student, please read our dedicated travel guidance for advice and information relating to your journey to the United Kingdom.
7. Boost your wellbeing
Your health and wellbeing are our priority. Starting university is an exciting time, but we understand you might also feel anxious. We’re here to support you as you get started, and throughout your time with us. We have a dedicated student wellbeing service for you to access at any time.
8. Sign up for Welcome Week
We're looking forward to meeting you!
Before term officially starts, you’re invited to campus for Welcome Week from Monday 25 September. During this week you’ll get all the important info you need about your studies at your course induction and get a full flavour of life at UEL through a range of specially curated events and activities.
Keep an eye on the Student Life page for more details.
New international students
Information for our new international students including our helpful guides
View the international students page
Enrolment
Our guide to the enrolment process for new and returning students.
Find out about enrolment
VCP's welcome message for new starters
We are looking forward to you joining our community and taking the next steps towards your ambitions.
Read the message
Key term dates
View our academic calendars and find out about other key dates such as open days and offer holder days.
Download our key academic calendars here