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The University of West London (UWL) draws on a heritage of more than 150 years of providing professional education to students from around the world. UWL has been rated the best university for student experience and teaching quality in the UK by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, and the best non-specialist, modern university in London by the Complete University Guide 2024.
Home to a diverse student population, UWL prides itself on delivering industry-relevant, career-oriented courses, backed up by excellent teaching, in a campus that is designed for a memorable student experience. UWL students can immerse themselves in their chosen career path through engagement with employers for hands-on experience prior to graduation. Students also enjoy life-long careers counselling and support.
UWL has invested over GBP 150m to help create an inspiring study environment for its students. UWL’s West London Campus provides students a first-class educational experience, with its specialist learning spaces and study facilities such as a mock court room, hospital simulation centres, flight simulators and more, to inculcate in students the skills that employers value.
UWL’s London location gives students access to a vibrant local community and beautiful parks on their doorstep, while being only a few stops away on the Tube from the hustle and bustle that characterises central London. The location allows students the opportunity to take advantage of a range of professional and recreational opportunities.
The University of West London is known as the ‘career university’, excelling at helping students to prepare for the world of work and progress into competitive roles in their field.
Every course at the university is career-focused and designed in collaboration with industry. Many include an internship or work placement as part of the degree, providing students not only with real-world experience but also professional connections.
All UWL students and recent graduates can receive help finding professional positions suited to their unique skillset and ambitions. The university offers a range careers support options and opportunities, including:
UWL’s recent notable rankings include:
New international students receive personalised support at UWL by someone who understands what they’re going through.
Overseas graduate student, Andreea-Daniela Coroama, is UWL’s first International student experience coordinator. Andreea studied her degree in business studies and marketing at UWL, and is now dedicated to helping international students have the best university experience possible.
She says: “I understand the challenges so many students face when they come to the UK. I learnt that the best way of enjoying my time at university was to get involved and take every opportunity to be part of this incredible community. This is the message I share with students as I want them to love their time here as much as I did.
“UWL has supported me throughout my journey, and I am so happy to be able to give that level of help back to others. This is what makes the university so special, and I am delighted to be a part of it and make a difference to our students.”
17,68,359 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
17,65,090 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
8,49,858 Living costs
7,77,947 To live on campus
The University of West London provides a number of scholarships and bursaries to its international students. These include department and course awards.
The value of the scholarships currently available ranges from GBP 200 to GBP 10,000.
Students need to apply directly to be considered. Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria, for example academic excellence, or financial need.
International ambassador scholarships are worth up to GBP 1,000 and go towards the first year of tuition fees. Students must have an offer to study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme to apply.
Students with the award become international ambassadors at the university. They help international students looking to study at UWL through open days, interviews and other activities.
Eligible postgraduate students who hold a related undergraduate degree from UWL automatically receive a discount of GBP 500 – GBP 2,000 on their postgraduate course fees.
International students must meet the University of West London’s academic and English language entry requirements.
Academic entry requirements at UWL vary considerably between courses, but as a minimum, students must hold:
Most international students will need to provide proof of their English language proficiency. English language requirements may differ for specific courses, but generally speaking, the minimum IELTS requirements to enrol on a degree at UWL are:
Other recognised language tests are accepted at an equivalent level, including TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, and Cambridge C1 Advanced.
As the UK’s best university for student experience and teaching quality (TGUG, 2024), the University of West London boasts a number of accolades and achievements, and is co-led by Vice-Chancellor and President Peter John, who was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his contribution to higher education.
Lecturers and teaching staff are all experts in their fields, and curricula are designed to meet industry standards, ensuring students graduate with all the skills needed to enter the competitive professional marketplace.
Students learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Depending on the specific course, they may also engage in laboratory work, group and individual project work, research projects, and industry placements.
Further evidencing the high calibre of its teaching, UWL’s Claude Littner Business School was named Business School of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards (THE, 2019).
UWL also offers extensive academic and study support to its students, including:
Students can choose from an expansive range of courses at the University of West London, including undergraduate degrees, postgraduate taught and research degrees, degree apprenticeships and professional development courses.
Courses are taught through the university’s 12 specialist schools and colleges:
Students benefit from industry-standard facilities, with all schools and colleges boasting an extensive network of professional connections.
Subjects available to study at UWL include:
Many courses are accredited by the relevant professional bodies, further boosting employability.
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