Overview

About this university

The University of West London (UWL) has been named University of the Year for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

　　It's a top choice for international students as it provides:

　　Career-focused courses Excellent teaching by industry experts Two locations with high-quality learning facilitiesUWL is located in Ealing and Brentford in West London. The locations give students easy access to vibrant local areas with parks, shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. Each site is close to train services that can reach the centre of London in 30 minutes.

　　

Students choose UWL because:

Courses help them prepare for life after graduation Is ranked 23rd in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2023 There are many support services, covering careers, immigration, study skills, health and much more Scholarships and bursaries are available to help eligible learners Over GBP 150m has been invested into transforming UWL's teaching, study and leisure facilities

　　

What's New

UWL achievements:

　　The university prides itself on delivering career-focused courses with excellent teaching, in a campus designed for a great student experience Number 1 in the UK for student satisfaction, student voice and academic support in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2022 Best modern London university (non-specialist) in the 2023 Complete University Guide Number 23 out of 121 universities nationwide in The Guardian University Guide 2023. University of the Year for Student Experience and University of the Year for Teaching Quality in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023UWL is ranked in the top 100 universities in the UK for the overall quality of its research, and almost 80% of research outputs are rated as world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*) in the latest Government Research Excellence Framework (REF) assessment.

　　

Transformed support for international students from an international UWL graduate

An overseas graduate student of UWL, Andreea-Daniela Coroama is the university's first International Student Experience Coordinator. She studied a degree in business studies and marketing at UWL, and now she's dedicated to helping international students have the best experience possible.

　　She said: ''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.''

　　

New international students to UWL can be sure someone is there to support them who understands what they're going through.

　　

Department Structure

Students have lots of study choices from UWL's different schools and colleges:

　　London School of Film, Media and Design offers a wide range of dynamic courses with a strong professional focus, supported by excellent facilities and highly experienced staff. The Claude Littner Business School is a respected provider of professionally attuned business and management courses. School of Computing and Engineering offers a wide range of industry-focused, innovative courses, designed to give students an edge in their career. London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism has a 70-year history of teaching excellence in the service industries and offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses supported by excellent facilities, including the Pillars Restaurant, Savoy Kitchens and a new 737 flight simulator. School of Law has impressive on-site facilities, including a mock courtroom it provides courses with a distinct focus on law in action, as well as opportunities for voluntary work experience. London College of Music is the largest specialist music and performing arts institution in the UK. As an all-Steinway school with one of Europe's largest studio complexes, the college offers an impressive range of innovative courses. College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare is a major provider of healthcare and social work courses in Berkshire and West London. The college has highly experienced staff, as well as close links with NHS Trusts and other providers. School of Human and Social Sciences has strong links to key professional bodies and provides highly career-focused courses. School of Biomedical Sciences is the university's newest academic school, with new state-of-the-art laboratories. Drama Studio London is renowned for delivering training for the next generation of actors in a specialist conservatoire setting.Institute for Policing Studies reflects the increasing role of higher education in the policing community in London and the UK.

　　

Campus and facilities

Facilities

UWL is committed to giving students the best university experience possible, so it is constantly updating its teaching facilities. It offers a university experience that aims to make students ready for their future careers. Facilities include:

　　Industry-standard course facilities such as laboratories, recording studios, a training restaurant and a flight simulator Library full of books, journals, computer workstations, study spaces and other resources, which is open 24/7 during term time Heathrow exhibition and archive, a permanent display of unique artefacts and history from the airport Electronics labs, concrete testing lab, geotechnical lab, structural lab, biomedical sciences lab and a hydraulics lab One of the largest music studio complexes in Europe Mock courtroom, crime scene room, and high-tech forensic toolsUWL has two sites in West London (Ealing and Brentford). Local facilities include cafes, parks, shopping centres, football pitches, cricket greens, restaurants and gyms.

　　

Accommodation

UWL knows that accommodation is key to students' university experience and that it's important that they love where they live. The university will support students in finding suitable and safe accommodation.

　　It offers a range of options from among university-managed shared flats and houses, or if students prefer to choose to rent their accommodation privately, they have put together resources to make sure all learners are renting safely.

　　

Entry requirements

There are country-specific criteria for entry to UWL. If students have a qualification higher than A Level (or equivalent), they may enter directly to Year 2 or Year 3 of an undergraduate degree course.

　　Non-native English speakers and those whose previous studies weren't entirely in English must meet UWL's language requirements. Students usually need a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 in listening, reading, speaking and writing. Tests have to be from an approved UKWI test centre.

　　Because of Covid-19, UWL accepts the following language tests from non-EU international students in 2022. They will need the relevant overall scores:

　　IELTS Indicator – foundation 5.5, undergraduate 6.0, postgraduate 6.5 Pearson Versant – foundation 60, undergraduate 64, postgraduate 69International students who don't meet the language requirements can take a pre-sessional English language programme. This takes place at UWL before the start of the academic course.

　　

Scholarships & funding

UWL has a number of scholarships and bursaries available to EU and international students. These include department and course awards.

　　

International ambassador scholarships

Up to 100 awards are on offer for eligible international students. They are worth up to GBP 5,000 and go towards the first year of tuition fees. Students must have an offer to study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme.

　　Students with the award will be international ambassadors. They help international students looking to study at UWL through open days, interviews and other activities.

　　

Alumni bursaries

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree at UWL may be eligible for a bursary when studying for a second degree at UWL. These are worth GBP 2,000.

　　The university also offers a range of scholarships and bursaries open to EU students, and dedicated scholarships for international students already residing in the UK.

　　View all scholarships available.

　　

Student Support

The University of West London wants students to experience university life to the full, so the support it offers is aimed at helping them reach their potential. Whether it is practical, personal, or study support that students need, help is available and easily accessible.

　　Support available:

　　Funding advice and support Cost of living support WellbeingUniversity support teams can help with any health matter that is affecting a student's studies or general wellbeing. They offer:

　　Contacts for registering with local health services Counselling sessions and support Mental health support Help with studiesUWL has a range of ways to help students get the most from their studies:

　　A daily, confidential, drop-in support service A range of academic skills masterclasses to refine essay writing or presenting skills A peer mentoring service so students can connect with another student who can support them and share experiences Careers advice, not just for university, but for life Disability and specific learning differences support