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We are the most ambitious and the most improved university in the UK for sport, and our High Performance Support is paving the way.

About our scholarships

We are the most ambitious and the most improved university in the UK for sport, our High Performance Support is paving the way in creating our world class athletic super stars. Our sports scholars include Olympians and senior internationals who represent the University of East London at national and international university competitions.

Awards Summary

  • Bursary up to £6000 per annum (bursaries may be higher for exceptional applicants)
  • Unlimited physiotherapy and sports massage
  • UKSCA-accredited strength and conditioning training and private access to scholar Strength and Conditioning Facility Aqua East.
  • Active Recovery and Yoga Sessions
  • Gold membership at SportsDock
  • Lifestyle and Performance workshops
  • Access to sports science support, including nutrition, psychology, physiology, biomechanics and performance analysis
  • Elite athlete academic study policy
  • Priority access to on-campus accommodation and the option to stay with other athletes on the programme
Apply now

Further Information

For further information and advice on this award please contact our Applicant Enquiries (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm):

  • Email:  studentfunding@uel.ac.uk
  • Tel: +44 (0)20 8223 3333

University of East London Sports Scholarships 2021-22 Terms and Conditions

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Competitive Scholarships

Our athlete-centred programme is aimed at putting you in the best position to excel within your sport whilst studying at UEL.

East London Phoenix

The East London Phoenix is a British Wheelchair Basketball High-Performance Partnership, and we are one of four universities to be the home of a women's premier league team.

Leave your legacy

Our sports programme is a part of the 2012 Olympics legacy. It provides opportunity for our high performance athletes to leave a legacy of their own.

Performance Sports

Roll of Honour

UEL has a rich history on the international sporting stage, with our sports scholars representing their country at various high-profile events.

Sports awards

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    UEL gave me that opportunity where I could get a really good degree, I could be around trained professionals, and I can create opportunities for myself."

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    UEL alumnus and professional basketball player

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