UWL's career-focused courses and industry-led teaching makes it a great choice to set students up for success in their future career. Join a community of over 1,000 postgraduate students across UWL campuses. The university's campuses are designed for great student experience within a vibrant local community, and students can benefit from everything the capital has to offer, only a few stops on the Tube from central London.
If students have any questions about courses, or studying at UWL in general, they shouldn't hesitate to get in touch.
Why choose UWL?
UWL offers a broad selection of postgraduate study programmes, with over 80 taught courses and a range of research degrees on offer. Many courses are complemented by industry placements, and accessibility for all students is ensured by a wide range of flexible, part-time, and blended study options.
The University of West London is home to 27 specialist research centres and groups, home to a range of ground-breaking work in a number of subject areas. The 2021
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 found that 80% of the university's research was internationally excellent or world leading.
UWL offers a broad selection of postgraduate study programmes, with 89 taught courses and a range of research degrees on offer. Many courses offer industry placements, and there is an extensive selection of flexible, part-time, and blended study options, ensuring courses remain accessible to all students.
The university boasts 27 specialist research centres and groups, where researchers undertake ground-breaking work across a range of specialist subject areas. In the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, 80 percent of UWL's research was rated as either internationally excellent or world leading.
UWL strives to ensure students are at the cutting edge of learning, constantly updating its research, training and leisure facilities. It is committed to providing a top university experience, and the campus boasts a modern library, spacious study areas, bar and restaurant. Other facilities include:
UWL's Ealing and Brentford sites combine the best of west London living with fast connections to central London — a city world-renowned for its culture, creativity, and opportunity.
The university continually invests in its facilities, teaching, and research to ensure students benefit from an exceptional university experience. Highlights include:
The Berkshire Institute for Health in Reading allows the university to deliver nursing and midwifery programmes in partnership with the NHS, as well as only being 30 minutes away to central London.
Accommodation
A home away from home. UWL offers access to a range of modern, purpose-built student accommodation across west London and Reading — with exclusive discounts and support from a dedicated accommodation team.
Partner accommodation includes:
Booking accommodation through UWL means students can enjoy special rates below direct prices, free contents insurance, no deposit or guarantor requirements, all bills and Wi-Fi included in rent, and flexible payment options to suit individual needs.
UWL offers a number of postgraduate bursaries and scholarships to help fund studies, plus access to postgraduate master's and doctoral loans (subject to eligibility).
The Vice-Chancellor's PhD Scholarships at UWL are three-year fully funded PhD scholarships. These scholarships are designed to fund innovative, rigorous, and impactful research. Key areas of research that UWL look to fund with the Vice-Chancellor's scholarship include those which address equality, diversity, and inclusion, as well as those that are interdisciplinary in nature.
The university additionally provides an alumni bursary on full- and part-time taught postgraduate courses.
For more information on our scholarships and bursaries visit Postgraduate bursaries and scholarships University of West London.
Generally, the minimum entry requirements for postgraduate study:
• Honours degree from any university in the UK or Republic of Ireland
• Honours degree from an approved higher education institution outside the UK or Republic of Ireland
• Recognised equivalent professional qualification
• Industry experience equivalent to qualifications.
Please check the website for entry requirements for specific courses
Students may be able to receive a conditional offer if they apply without an English test, however they will not be able to enrol until the English language requirement has been met. Applicants who need a Student Route Visa will have to meet all conditions outlined in their offer, including English language requirements, to request a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) statement from UWL.
Further information on qualifications that may be accepted to demonstrate English language abilities can be found on country pages.
Tuition fees vary on a course-by-course basis and students are encouraged to consult individual course pages for the most up-to-date fee information. Fees are charged annually.
To help cover the cost of their fees, UK students may be eligible for financial assistance from the government in the form of a postgraduate master's loan or postgraduate doctoral loan.
When students enrol with UWL they will become a postgraduate student at one of its schools or colleges:
UWL was awarded Silver overall in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (2023), acknowledging its consistently high standard of teaching and impressive student outcomes. Course curricula are constantly updated to incorporate market developments, and areas such as ethical AI and modern digital skills are now firmly imprinted into teaching to ensure students graduate ready to excel in a digital world.
Taught courses are led by experienced academics, many of whom have strong connections to local and international industry networks. Students benefit from their tutors' industry insights, experiences, and support on courses designed to promote career success. Class sizes at UWL are small, ensuring students have plenty of contact time and space for lively discussion.
Research degrees at UWL are supervised by renowned academics who are experts in their field. The university's collaborative and supportive research community is interdisciplinary and seeks to promote world-changing research designed to address important social issues.
Taught courses at UWL are led by experienced tutors who design their modules to specifically address contemporary issues in a way that prepares students for specialised careers. Students are expected to attend weekly seminars and lectures, usually in person, but this varies depending on the course structure.
UWL has an outstanding national and international reputation for progressive and practice-based research. Its research spans a wide array of specialties, including engineering, computing, hospitality, aviation, health, law, music, and media. UWL encourages research which has practical and global impact. The university's 27 research centres and groups concentrate on socio-economic and creative issues, leading to innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Research students take part in a programme of training seminars to fully prepare them for their research, and a bursary is available to fund conferences and other development activities. Research candidates are also provided with myriad opportunities to discuss and present their research as they progress through the doctoral journey.
Some postgraduate courses at UWL offer blended or a partially remote study option. Prospective students should consult individual course pages for full details on distance learning opportunities.
Currently, distance learning is only available in PgCert Professional Academic Practice at postgraduate level. However, a number of part-time courses are on offer, requiring attendance at the university once or twice a week, depending on the module of study. Flexible blended learning, part-time Saturday study and evening classes are also available for certain courses.
Studying at UWL means students will be part of a vibrant, friendly and diverse student community where student voice is at the heart of everything.
The university is renowned for its postgraduate courses, which are built to equip students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in their selected field – whether they are looking to build on an existing career or break into a new one.
Students are taught by industry professionals who have links to global professionals in their chosen field, and students will be given life-long careers advice once they graduate, alongside many work placements and graduate opportunities made available through the university. UWL has strong connections with a number of national and multinational organisations, including Heathrow Airport, BBC, Hewlett-Packard (HP) Ltd, Middlesex Law Society and the Savoy Education Trust.
UWL has a number of specialist research areas across a broad range of subjects, and it has been ranked second globally for overall satisfaction and research community in the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey.
80% of UWL's research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (2021). The university ranks in the top 100 in the UK for the quality of its research, and its projects range across all subject areas from saving ancient trees to cancer treatments to using technology to support the elderly.
UWL students can easily access London's iconic landmarks, illustrious museums, celebrated art galleries, and much more from their base at university. There are also many theatres, cinemas, restaurants and a range of shopping options nearby, both high-street and boutique.
London is the world's most popular student city, and West London is full of independent coffee shops restaurants, pubs and boutiques. UWL's campuses in Ealing and Brentford are also both within quick access to central London via public transport.
London is also easily accessible from Reading, a town which boasts its own diverse array of culture, history, and amenities. Reading plays host to a wide range of cultural events through the year, including the world-famous annual Reading Festival.
There is a diverse range of clubs and societies on offer at UWL, from sports clubs to special interest societies. These activities form important social spaces where students can meet like-minded peers and build a community.
UWL Students' Union (UWLSU) represents all the university's students and their views while offering an array of volunteering opportunities and social events through the year.
Student wellbeing and success are at the heart of everything UWL does. UWL offers a full range of support services, including:
UWL prioritises support, diversity, and inclusion throughout all its activities. Student support is flexible and tailored to meet individual student needs, with students able to access support via the student services team, personal tutors, the study support team, or through the students' union.
Support available includes:
New students are also able to access support with the transition into university life, and registration.
As soon as students start their course they will have access to a range of services and expert advice from UWL Careers Consultants, who will them you identify and articulate their abilities as well as plan and manage their career. This support will continue after students' courses for as long as they can help,
The team can help students:
