University of West London

St Mary's Rd, Greater London, United Kingdom | Founded: 1860 | Public, University | School ID: 000328
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About

The University of West London is a public university in the UK with main campuses in Eagling and Brantford, and an additional site in Reading. Established in 1860, it gained university status in 1992 and adopted its current name in 2011. UWL has invested over £100 million in modern facilities, including libraries, music studios, simulation centers, and a mock courtroom. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as Business, Engineering, Music, Nursing, Law, and more. With a student population of around 11,000 to 12,000, approximately 20% are international students from over 60 countries. UWL provides strong support for international students, including English language courses, visa assistance, accommodation options, and a dedicated international office offering ongoing support and orientation services.

Features

Why University of West London?
  1. Modern Campuses with £150M Investment – UWL offers cutting-edge facilities across its Ealing, Brentford, and Reading campuses.
  2. Industry-Focused Courses – The university designs its programs in collaboration with industry partners to ensure real-world relevance and employability.
  3. Excellent Student Support – UWL has won awards for student experience, including high satisfaction in NSS (National Student Survey) results.
  4. Career-Focused Learning – Home to the award-winning Career and Employment Services, offering tailored career advice, placements, and internships.
  5. Strong Graduate Employability – 98% of UWL graduates are in employment or further study within 6 months of graduation (according to HESA data).
Scholarships Details
International merits based Scholarships for Graduates and Undergraduates Students
The University of West London offers several merit-based scholarships for international undergraduate and postgraduate students, ranging from £1,000 to £6,000. The International Ambassador Scholarship provides up to £5,000 for undergraduates and £2,000 for postgraduates as a tuition fee discount, awarded to students with strong academic records and leadership potential. Additionally, faculty-specific awards such as the Anne Naysmith, Lester Dominic, and Help to Achieve Scholarships offer £5,000–£6,000 based on academic excellence or talent, particularly in fields like music, hospitality, and law. While exact GPA requirements may vary, most scholarships expect a minimum of a UK 2:1 equivalent, which typically corresponds to a GPA of 3.0 to 3.3 or above. Smaller bursaries, such as the Aspire Bursary, provide up to £200 for study costs. These scholarships are competitive and aimed at students who demonstrate both academic merit and engagement.
University Accreditation/ Recognition
  1. Legally Endorsed by the UK Privy Council (institutional accreditation) – UWL is officially endorsed as a university by the Privy Council, who granted them that status in 2011.
  2. Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) – The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance of UWL is accredited by ACCA; nine exemptions to ACCA exams are given to graduates.
  3. Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) – CIM professionally accredits the university for relevant programs.
  4. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) – UWL is accredited by RICS for surveying and associated construction courses.
  5. Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) diamond rating for its RAK branch campus (2023) – Ras Al Khaimah branch was awarded a very prestigious "Diamond" rating in RAKEZ–QAA UK Quality Evaluation Ranking.

Location

St Mary's Rd, Greater London, United Kingdom

Financials

Descriptions Subtotal
Avg Cost of Tuition/Year GBP 14,665
Cost of Living/Year GBP 12,487
*Application Fee GBP 0 - GBP 35
*Charged once per application
Estimated Total/Year GBP 27,151

Programs