University East London rated the best university in London and 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction

The University of East London (UEL) has achieved exceptional results in the 2024 National Student Survey (NSS), reaching historic milestones and reinforcing its reputation as a leading student-focused, careers-oriented institution. UEL has advanced from 13th to 3rd place nationally (and best in London) out of 139 higher education institutions, reflecting a significant increase in student positivity.

Key achievements include:

• Teaching quality ranked 9th nationally, placing UEL first in London
• Learning opportunities rose to 4th nationally and first in London
• Assessment and feedback improved to 7th nationally, and second in London
• Academic support saw a notable rise, moving UEL 40 places higher nationally

With 76% of UEL students participating, exceeding the national average by 4%, the NSS remains a crucial measure of student satisfaction across the UK. Professor Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President of UEL, said: "Our students are amazing. It is incredibly rewarding to receive such positivity from our graduating students, reflecting the success of our collaborative, careers-first approach to the student experience. I am so proud of what our graduates achieve and all that is possible for them in the future.

"Our University community is genuinely transformative: Six years into our strategic plan, vision 2028, our community consistently demonstrates – with passion, courage and an inclusive mindset - progress in our mission to prepare our students for the careers and opportunities of the future while driving forward that future inclusively and sustainably.”

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