About University of West London
The University of West London (UWL) is a career-focused institution with campuses in Ealing and Brentford that specialise in hospitality, nursing, music technology and law through its Claude Littner Business School and London College of Music.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 11,000 total students
- • 1,700 international students
- • 60 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 1860
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Higher National Diploma
Popular Subjects
International Hospitality ManagementMidwifery and NursingLaw and CriminologyMusic PerformanceCybersecurity
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Claude Littner Business School
Accounting and Finance, Marketing and Enterprise, Logistics and Operations, Digital Business
London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism
Hospitality, Airline, Airport and Aviation Management, Culinary Arts, Event Management
College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
Adult Nursing, Midwifery, Allied Health, Public Health
London College of Music
Music Performance, Music Technology, Composition, Recording Arts
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers BCC-CCC; nursing requires 112 UCAS points including a science subject.
Alternatives: International Foundation completion with 60% average, IB 28, BTEC DMM
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
DBS and occupational health clearance for Nursing • Audition and portfolio for Music • Interview for Social Work
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours or equivalent; MBA requires two years of work experience
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Portfolio for creative programmes • CV and reference • Research proposal for PhD
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £13,000
- Foundation: £14,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £8,700
- Food: £2,400
- Transport: £1,200
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £900
- Total: £14,400
Scholarships
International Ambassador Scholarship
MeritUp to £5,000 fee reduction for students who act as international ambassadors at UWL events.
Value: £5,000 (Tuition-only)
International fee payer • Offer holder for full-time course • Submit supporting statement
Deadline: 2025-04-01
London Geller College Hospitality Scholarship
Industry£3,500 scholarship sponsored by hotel partners for hospitality students with relevant experience.
Value: £3,500 (Tuition-only)
Offer holder on hospitality course • Prior industry experience • Interview performance
Deadline: 2025-06-15
Campus & Facilities
St Mary's Road, Ealing W5 5RF
Modern teaching centre with recording studios, flight simulation suite, Bloomberg trading room and food production labs.
Size: 23 acres
Facilities
Academic
London College of Music studios, Flight simulator and mock cabin, Simulation wards and OSCE suites
Student Life
The Heart student hub, Westmont Hospitality demonstration restaurant, Sportsdock gym partnership
Libraries
Paul Hamlyn Library
Specialist collections for music, hospitality and healthcare with extended evening opening.
08:00-24:00 in term
Accommodation
Paragon Student Lets
University-managedModern ensuite rooms with on-site gym and study lounges
Cost: £205 - £235 (per week)
Gym • Study lounge • 24/7 security
Distance: 10-minute bus to Ealing campus
Contract: 40 or 50 weeks
Student Village, Brentford
On-campusTownhouse and studio mix popular with nursing cohorts
Cost: £190 - £215 (per week)
Communal lounges • Bike storage • Laundry
Distance: Next to Paragon House
Contract: 44 weeks
Students apply for halls via the UWL accommodation portal and pay £250 to secure their place.
Airport pick-up days, bedding packs and tenancy contract checks are provided by the International Office.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 60
Teams: 15
Cultural Activities
- Hospitality Industry Showcase — Annually
- London College of Music Concerts — Monthly
- International Food Festival — Every spring
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@uwl.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 8231 2222
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
52
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 88%
Further study: 7%
Unemployed: 4%
Average Salary
£30,500
15 months after graduation
Top Employers
HiltonHeathrow AirportNHSUniversal MusicBritish Airways
Career Services
- Placement Plus Programme: Guaranteed work placement opportunities for every student with leading hospitality, aviation and healthcare employers
- Employer in Residence Clinics: Regular drop-in sessions with industry professionals from Heathrow, NHS and hotel groups for career guidance
- Westmont Enterprise Hub: Support for freelancing and entrepreneurship with mentoring, co-working space and start-up funding guidance
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow Airport
12 km • 25 minutes via Elizabeth line
Public Transport
- Underground: Ealing Broadway station (Central/Elizabeth/District lines) is a 10-minute walk with direct trains to central London. • £1.75 off-peak with Oyster
- Bus: Frequent TfL buses connect the Ealing and Brentford sites and provide night services. • £1.75 Hopper fare
Local Area
Ealing offers leafy streets, cafes and parks while Brentford provides fast access to the Thames Path, Kew Gardens and London creative industries.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Kew Gardens, Gunnersbury Park, Southbank arts venues
Shopping: Ealing Broadway Shopping Centre, Westfield London, South Ealing local markets
Entertainment: Questors Theatre, Ealing Jazz Festival, Gunnersbury Park events
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB, HCPC, NMC, ScreenSkills Select
Partnerships
- Industry: Hilton and Marriott International — Scholarships, guest lectures and placement pipelines for hospitality students.
- Clinical: London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust — Nursing and midwifery placements plus joint simulation training.
Research Highlights
- Impact Research Centre — Evaluates health inequalities and digital inclusion projects across West London boroughs. (2023)
- Music Technology Innovation — London College of Music researchers co-developed immersive audio plug-ins used by Abbey Road engineers. (2022)
Notable Alumni
- Claude Littner — Business leader featured on BBC's The Apprentice (1980)
- Freda Nkirote — Award-winning head chef at a Michelin Guide restaurant (2012)
Metadata
Source: UWL prospectus 2024, Discover Uni statistics, TfL journey planner, partner press releases
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: international@uwl.ac.uk