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Learn about the benefits of postgraduate study with us and find the most suitable course for you.

Postgraduate taught courses
Research degrees

What is a taught course?

These courses are typically delivered in a lecture-based format and require students to attend classes, complete assignments, and take exams.

What is a research course?

They are academic programmes designed for individuals who want to engage in independent research in a particular field of study.

THINGS CHANGE, CHANGE WITH THEM

By choosing to study a postgraduate degree at the University of East London, you will have the opportunity to enhance your career prospects and stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving job market.

With a strong emphasis on industry-led research and collaboration with leading businesses and organisations, the university provides students with opportunities to apply their learning in real-world settings and stay ahead of the curve in their respective industries.

Whether you want to change the direction of your career, or enhance your skills to drive this change, we are here for you.

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FOUR REASONS TO CONSIDER POSTGRADUATE STUDY

1. Better salary - postgraduates typically earn £200,000 more over their working life (Sutton Trust)
2. An affordable investment - postgraduate loans are now available and UEL's Postgraduate Scholarships offer a 50% discount on taught postgraduate tuition fees
3. Professional advancement - take your career to the next level by developing transferable skills
4. Intellectual curiosity and a passion for research - become an expert in your field

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    92%

    92%

    92% of UEL's overall research was recognised as world-leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised (REF 2021)

    73%

    73%

    Computer science: 73% rated world-leading/internationally-excellent overall (REF 2021)

    76%

    76%

    Social work & social policy: 76% rated world-leading/internationally-excellent overall (REF 2021)

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    Explore our research degrees

    MBA Master of Business Administration

    Become a business leader. Get the skills and connections to work in senior management, business consultancy, or build your own enterprise.

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    MSc Computing

    This course helps you to develop your knowledge and skills within the cutting-edge areas of computing and information communication technology.

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    MSc Public Health

    The MSc Public Health degree will develop your management competencies and research techniques, on your way to a career as a health professional.

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    MSc Mechanical Engineering

    This interactive course will provide you with advanced engineering knowledge and hands-on skills that a professional engineer needs to solve complex issues.

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    The University of East London is a wonderful place where you can meet all kinds of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and the tutors are amazing. They always go out their own way and will one hundred per cent always help you out."

    Olu

    MA Architecture

    Postgraduate Open Events

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    Postgraduate research

    The 2021 Research Excellence Framework rated 17 percent of our research submission as 'world-leading'.

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    Alumni benefits & discounts

    If you have graduated from UEL, you may be eligible for an alumni discount for your postgraduate studies.

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    Master Of Business Administration (MBA) Programmes

    With seven MBA specialisations, you can tailor your degree to suit your professional goals.

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    Fees and funding

    We offer specialist fees and funding advice for undergraduates, postgraduates and international students coming to study at UEL.

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    Applying to UEL as a postgraduate student

    When you apply for postgraduate study at UEL, we'll give you all the support you need - from advice about fees and funding to guidance from tutors.

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    Request our latest postgraduate prospectus and find out what it's like to study here

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    Postgraduate scholarships and bursaries

    View all the postgraduate scholarships and bursaries available to you and read the individual descriptions to see if you are eligible to apply.

    Our postgraduate scholarships and bursaries

    Postgraduate study at UEL

    World-leading research and academic support whether you choose a taught course, a research-based course or online/distance learning.

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