University of West London

The University of West London is ranked as the top modern university in London, 8th modern

university in the UK and ranked as the 50th university nationally by the Guardian University Guide 2019. 

98% of our graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduation. 

Total Number of Student Enrolment – 16,892.

Percentage of International Students - 13.7% 

A university on the Rise 

• We climbed 46 places in the Guardian University Guide over the past two years and 37 places in

           The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.

• We are ranked as the 50th university nationally by the Guardian University Guide 2019. 
• We were shortlisted for the Times Higher Education 2018 University of the Year Award.

Employability 

           98% of our graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduation**

Student satisfaction

          We are the Top Modern University* in London for overall satisfaction, according to the National

           Student Survey 2019. (Modern = granted university status in, or after, 1992.) 

Facilities

           We have invested £150 million in our campus, which boasts modern facilities in order to improve

           students’ learning and social experience.

Our campus in Ealing features a new library and transformed teaching spaces including a simulation centres

for nurses, midwives and health care professionals, specialist radio studios, flight simulator a fully

equipped studio theatre and a mock court room.

• The best Student Union in London according to the National Student Survey 2018 with a new bar, café, gym,

          lounge and office facilities 

• In March 2019, we launched the Westmont Enterprise Hub. The Hub partners student entrepreneurs with the

           investment, structure and support to make their ideas real. Already the Hub has over 50 start-ups, 450+ members

           and connections to more than 500 businesses

• Our West London Food Lab has helped create 15 processes/products that aren’t currently available on the market.

Teaching 

• Our consistently high standard of teaching was recognised with a Silver award in the

          Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

• We were ranked top in London for teaching quality and student experience by The Times and

           Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.

Notable Alumni

• Claude Littner – entrepreneur, former chair at Viglen and star of The Apprentice.
• Lorraine Pascale – celebrity chef known for her TV series and books Baking Made Easy and Home Cooking Made Easy.
• Ian R. Carter – president of global operations and development for Hilton Worldwide.
• Freddie Mercury – songwriter, producer and lead vocalist of rock band Queen.
• Karon Monaghan QC– barrister at Matrix Chambers, principally specialising in equality and human rights law.
• Pete Townshend – rock guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, author and member of The Who.
• Laurence Geller CBE – hotelier and CEO of L2 Geller Investment.
• Ronnie Wood – rock musician, artist, author and member of The Rolling Stones.
• Jennifer Louise Worth – best-selling author of Call the Midwife.
• Bill Bailey – comedian, musician, actor and author.

English Language Requirement

As a guide please see below. Some degree courses may require higher scores, please refer

to the university website for details and for information on other English language

qualifications accepted.

• Foundation course: IELTS 5.5 overall (minimum of 5.5 in all areas).
• Undergraduate courses: IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum of 5.5 in all areas).
• Postgraduate courses: IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum of 5.5 in all areas).

Accommodation for International Students

• All University of West London students over the age of 18 are eligible to apply for one of

            810 single study rooms.

• These are fully-furnished en-suite bedrooms in shared flats of six to eight people. There is access to

            a shared kitchen and dining area, with all essential appliances and individual locked cupboard.

            A communal common room – The HUB – holds regular events.

• Students also have access to communal on-site laundry facilities, and benefit from 24-hour CCTV

           and reception cover. Secure swipe card entry is also in use on the site.

Scholarships for International Students

• Up to 100 International Ambassador Scholarships offering a contribution of up to £5,000 towards first year undergraduate or postgraduate tuition fees
• A range of scholarships and bursaries open to EU students
• An alumni bursary for those who have completed an undergraduate degree at UWL
• Dedicated scholarships for international students already residing in the UK