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Latest student news
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#NursesDay: Meet two of UWL’s inspiring mental health nursing students
Stacey Close and Lauren Claybrook are both in their final year studying for a BNursing (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing at the College of Nursing Midwifery and Healthcare at the University of West London.
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UWL students’ sustainable innovation impresses judges at a global event in Switzerland
Students from the London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism have successfully made it through to the semi-finals of the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge, featuring over 100 innovative concepts from over 60 universities worldwide.
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New campaign highlights the success story of UWL student who was the first in his family to attend university
A UWL student who is the first in his family to attend university is being highlighted in a new national campaign from Universities UK.
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Preparing for exams and assessments? – Help is at hand
Exams and assessments season can be stressful, but UWL’s Study Support Team is here with practical advice and the resources you need to succeed. Here are their key tips to help you submit with confidence.
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International understanding - Law students visit important historical sites in Berlin
Twelve Law students recently visited Berlin for three days, accompanied by the Deputy Head of the School of Law Dr Philipp Elliot-Wright and Senior Lecturer Mike Derks.
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UWL celebrates kindness and generosity at the annual donors and scholars event
This academic year, UWL has given out 46 prizes and scholarships, all of which are backed by alumni and friends of the University.
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UWL composition graduate works with band Elbow for BBC Radio 2’s Piano Room
Megan Heather Russell, a graduate from University of West London (UWL), recently worked with Mercury Prize-winning band Elbow on their live performance for BBC Radio 2’s Piano Room with the BBC Concert Orchestra. Two tracks recorded at the session also appear on the extended edition of 'Audio Vertigo', Elbow’s fourth number-one album in the UK.
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Cultural exchange: UWL students visit the American Embassy
Last month, a group of BA (Hons) Broadcast and Digital Journalism students were invited to the US Embassy in London to find out about what goes on in the world of diplomacy and international relations.
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UWL students and graduates connect with organisations at Creative Careers Fair
UWL’s Placement and Employment Services welcomed more than four hundred students and graduates to their dedicated event for LCM and LSFMD students.
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Seeking justice - UWL law students visit international courts in The Hague
Philip Ells, Head of UWL’s School of Law, and Senior Lecturer Michael Derks accompanied 11 law students on a three-day visit to the Netherlands last month.
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Hospitality and Tourism Careers Fair attracts both students and employers
Over 30 UK businesses were offering a variety of career opportunities including part-time roles, placements, internships and graduate training schemes.
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Criminology students attend International Women’s Day security industry celebration
Students heard presentations from inspiring women at different stages of their career. They then had the opportunity to network with speakers and guests from across the security profession.
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Inclusive storytelling: world premiere of new musical FABLE takes place at UWL
Students performed a new musical and snapshots of another production by esteemed musical stage writers and composers Kurt Kansley and Oliver Lidert at a recent Gala event at the Ealing campus.
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Art Attack: UWL Connects students with alumni in the arts
UWL recently offered practical advice to students looking to forge a career in the arts with the help of its former students.
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Promoting health: University of West London students meet staff and residents at local care centre
A group of Master of Public Health (MPH) students at UWL’s College of Nursing Midwifery and Healthcare (CNMH) visited the Victoria Care Centre in Park Royal recently.
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Students and graduates discover a wide range of employment opportunities at spring part-time jobs fair
Seventeen guest employers representing a variety of companies attended the fair to network with students and graduates and share employment opportunities and initiatives on offer.
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International relations: UWL’s London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) hosts Franco-British culinary competition - L'Entente Cordiale Culinaire
The University of West London was delighted to host the latest Franco-British Entente Cordiale culinary competition in its 20th anniversary year.
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Keen beans: Future Plates Future Chefs shows sustainable ways to feed people better
UWL recently hosted 70 students and guests in its Pillars Restaurant for Future Plates Future Chefs, an annual event exploring sustainable food education in the hospitality sector.
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Fashion Industry students create social media campaign for British brand during London Fashion Week
London Fashion Week saw the launch of an exciting social media campaign, produced for Alchemy London by students at the London School of Film, Media and Design.
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Business students at the University of West London explore Venture Making at Westmont Enterprise Hub
As part of their final projects, the Claude Littner Business School (CLBS) students are spending three hours a week for 14 weeks going through the programme at the Westmont Enterprise Hub.
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Bridging generations: UWL students support Age UK Ealing in creating a film sharing older people’s perspectives
Media and Communications students from UWL's London School of Film, Media and Design (LSFMD) are helping Age UK Ealing to record the views of older people to share with local and national politicians in the run up to the general election.
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Students from UWL’s School of Biomedical Sciences consider big questions for the Grand Challenge
The University of West London’s School of Biomedical Sciences set its students a challenge in February – to think creatively and identify a scientific question and then give a presentation considering how to potentially solve it.
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Five ways the study support team can help you
Here are five ways you can get the most out of the Study Support Team during your time here at UWL!
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Nursing associate who studied at University of West London wins Most Inspiring Apprentice award
Previously a healthcare assistant, Samanthia Sollami attended UWL’s Berkshire Institute for Health while also working at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.
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Sky high: Computing students get a taste of media company’s technology careers
Early in February, 18 University of West London second and final year students from the School of Computing and Engineering (SCE) spent half a day at Sky’s Osterley campus to visit its data and technical teams.
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University of West London students engage with Student Volunteering Week
Students took part in a range of volunteering activities, on and off-campus and online, for Student Volunteering Week from 12-18 February, a national initiative for UK universities.
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UWL students enjoy Refreshers Fair 2024
On 15 February, societies and student services gathered in Weston Hall to show our new and returning students everything UWL has to offer.
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UWL Photography student’s work goes on show at Brentford Library
'Futuristic Towers at Dusk', which captures images of the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf, features as part of the Creative People & Places Hounslow Creative Arts Programme.
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Dressed to impress – UWL Business students celebrate Student of the Year Awards
Over 100 students plus family and friends attended a Student of the Year Awards ceremony at Paragon House in Brentford recently. Awards were presented to students at the Claude Littner Business School, part of the University of West London, at various levels of study and on a range of courses at the School.
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UWL Computing and Engineering students develop new skills at Enhancement Week workshops
More than 100 students participated in a range of special workshops looking at how to successfully apply for jobs, manage their social media presence and improve their first aid knowledge.
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Flying visit: First year student pilots tour British Airways Global Learning Academy
The students were given talks about careers at BA and employability skills, as well as getting to experience the airline’s Boeing 747, 777 and 787 flight simulators.
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The Ealing Wind Orchestra plays debut concert at the University of West London
The recently formed orchestra is currently made up of 35 musicians, eight of whom are students at the University’s London College of Music. The free concert took place in Weston Hall and included music from The Lord of the Rings and Mission: Impossible films.
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The University of West London’s BSc Games, Design and Animation students team up for a Games Jam
Students from UWL’s London School of Film, Media and Design (LSFMD) and London College of Music (LCM) joined together in January for a week-long ‘Games Jam’, with three teams each creating a completed game in just five days. The week ended with awards for the best games produced.
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UWL Chartered Manager degree apprentices get the inside scoop from Claude Littner
The UWL alumnus and renowned international businessperson shared golden insights with students at the University’s eponymously named Claude Littner Business School.
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Special delivery: UWL degree apprentices enjoy landing air freight in the London Docklands
UWL apprenticeships help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career. Second-year degree apprentice students on our BSc (Hons) Express Delivery Manager course participated in a special morning at UWL’s FlightPad Boeing 737 simulator.
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Meet Frasier Crouch, the confident BA Business Studies graduate now helping other degree apprentices be "future ready"
Frasier combines working with Circana (formerly IRI/NPD), a market-leading consultancy on consumer behaviour, with helping other degree apprentices succeed.
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Meet Sarah, the inspiring Digital Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship Graduate
Sarah Jane Bartlett is the Housing Grants & Adaptations Manager at Hillingdon Council. The Council supported her dream to study for a BSc Digital Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship at the University of West London.
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Olivier-nominated composer Andrew T Mackay advises music student workshops and gives public lecture at the University of West London
Andrew, whose work on the theatrical adaptation of Life of Pi was honoured with a 2022 Olivier Awards nomination, is an alumnus of UWL’s London College of Music (LCM) having studied piano and clarinet there from 1982-1985.
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Work in Process exhibition shows off UWL Graphic Design and Visual Effects students’ latest work at the Ealing Project
The joint exhibition, showcasing the work of students from all years, is running until the end of February.
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Drama Studio London festive tour reaches over 1,000 local children
In December, final year students from Drama Studio London, which is part of the University of West London, gave live performances for schools and local people of touring festive productions.
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UWL Media and Design students benefit from expert advice
Students from the London School of Film, Media and Design (LSFMD) received guidance from experts in their fields as part of a week of enhancement activities across the School.
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Local school pupils experience BA (Hons) Acting students’ performance of Twelfth Night at the University of West London
The visit was part of UWL’s outreach programme which aims to build strong partnerships with local schools and support young learners in the community.
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University of West London Accounting students explore career pathways in green finance
The event was conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the world’s largest professional accountancy body, which accredits several of UWL’s courses.
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University of West London Events Management student wins prestigious education award
Kenya Harriott has won an Association for Events Management Education (AEME) Student Award for her dissertation on diversity, equality and inclusion in women’s sport.
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Special effect: University of West London VFX students visit Framestore
November saw a group of 19 LSFMD students visit the London offices of animation and VFX company Framestore, the creative studio responsible for effects on top films including Barbie and the Paddington movies.
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Congratulations to the University of West London’s trailblazer midwife degree apprentices
The first midwife degree apprentices at the University of West London recently graduated from our College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare (CNMH).
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The London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) students learn the importance of soft skills at hospitality symposium
The 75 students who attended heard from ten guest speakers about the vital attributes that will set them apart from the competition in the hospitality industry.
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Students judge which academics can engineer the perfect dish in UWL MasterChef
More than 250 students from across the University joined for the lunchtime tasting and judging session. Students were impressed by the range and quality of German, Italian, Indian, Pakistani and Persian dishes prepared by SCE academic staff
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Volunteering Stories - Become a Globe trotter
Journalism student Anna Schriewersmann encourages you to volunteer at Shakespeare’s Globe.
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Volunteering Stories - Our day at Shakespeare's Globe
Journalism Student Maria Quintero shares her experience volunteering at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, organised by UWL's Volunteering team.
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Tech Industry Gold success for University of West London students
The University of West London’s Information Technology Management for Business (ITMB) students have once again won prizes in several categories at the Tech Industry Gold (TIG) Live event a King’s House Conference Centre in Manchester on Wednesday 22 November 2023.
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University of West London journalism students visit the Guardian News and Media (GNM) archive
The GNM archive collects and preserves documents and objects that tell the story of the Guardian and Observer over the last 200 years and can be visited by appointment.
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University Community Choir hits all the right notes with students and staff
Every Monday evening, students and staff from the University of West London come together on campus for the Community Choir, an initiative from the London College of Music (LCM) and Student Experience.
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Architectural Design Technology students and graduates attend CIAT Greater London Region Awards
Eight students and graduates from UWL’s School of Computing and Engineering (SCE) attended the ceremony, with four of them receiving awards and commendations.
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A second day of celebration at Winter Graduation
The University of West London held a second day of Winter Graduation at Twickenham Rugby Stadium on Wednesday 29 November.
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Final year UWL culinary students visit Harrods food hall and kitchens
Members of the Harrods team gave them a tour of the busy sales floor and production kitchens, as well as the chance to taste products and answering their questions during the visit.
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Students and graduates find out about job opportunities at Life and Health Sciences Careers Fair
Hundreds of attendees connected with more than 30 organisations offering employment opportunities plus UWL’s Volunteering, Peer Mentoring, Talent Bank and Careers teams.
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Album composed by LCM students and performed by violinist Timothy Schwarz released
An album of new works for solo violin by eight composition students and two lecturers is being released on Friday 24 November by the University’s record label London Noise Records.
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Money talks: UWL Student Money Week gets people thinking about money
Taking place at the end of October 2023, the University of West London’s Student Money Week included information sessions and stands in both St Mary’s Road and Paragon campuses.
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LCM Sessions: The place to be on a Tuesday evening
LCM Sessions are free weekly live music events held at Freddie’s, UWLSU’s Student Lounge. The gigs showcase a variety of artists, mostly from London College of Music, and vary in genre every week.
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UWL student selected as Royal Television Society (RTS) TV Production and Journalism Bursary winner
Each recipient receives financial support to help them with living costs and expenses along with networking opportunities and free membership of the RTS.
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Law Careers Fair brings legal firms and other employers in the sector to UWL students
Attendees connected with 23 law firms and other employers, charities and organisations as well as UWL’s careers, study support and volunteering teams.
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UWL’s Study Support Team can help you achieve your potential
Last week, UWL’s Study Support Team were at stalls in Brentford, Reading and Ealing to remind students of the services they offer including free workshops, one-to-one study help, English Language assistance and Maths and IT skills support.
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UWL law student gains valuable experience from placement at city law firm Macfarlanes
Macfarlanes began a placement scheme for first year LLB students in 2021 with six universities including UWL. Our School of Law shortlists up to eight candidates, which Macfarlanes then further shortlist for interview.
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Part-time Jobs Fair attracts strong student support
Over 550 students had the chance to meet with 22 prospective employers from the hospitality, education and recruitment sectors, including Hilton, Novotel and Academics Ltd.
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UWL students connect with more than 35 community partners at Volunteering Fair
Almost 400 students had the opportunity to discover some exciting opportunities to make a positive impact in the local community at a Volunteering Fair in Weston Hall on Thursday 19 October.
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UWL Advertising, Branding and Communication students’ work wins high praise from Orange
Students Bethonie Waring and Kolade Shasi came up with the winning pitch out of four pairs of students who worked on advertising campaigns for Orange Business, for a course module which connects students with industry.
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Congratulations to our #UWLInduction2023 competition winner!
New student Monika Sowa is the winner of our #UWLInduction2023 social media competition and a £100 Amazon e-voucher.
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UWL’s Wellbeing team host practical workshops to support new and returning students
The workshops were run by members of the Wellbeing team (disability and mental health, counselling and faith) – in collaboration with other teams, such as Student Money, Student Union and Study Support.
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Buzzing Freshers’ Fair gives new students a taste of life at UWL
More than 30 student-led sports teams, clubs, and societies were at the Freshers’ Fair in Weston Hall at our Ealing site to showcase what they have to offer.
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UWL’s International Ambassadors gather for welcome event
These new students were chosen from more than 500 applicants to receive an International Ambassador Scholarship. International Ambassadors help showcase UWL to other prospective overseas students.
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UWL students gain summer employment at the Civil Aviation Authority
Some of the eleven students are studying Aviation at UWL’s London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) and others Engineering at the School of Computing and Engineering (SCE).
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UWL Advertising and PR students work on London Transport Museum event
"London Calling" aims to welcome those new to the city, particularly university students. Taking place on Friday 6 October, the evening event will feature a scavenger hunt, creative workshops, talks, drinks and music.
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Final Year Mentoring
Final Year Mentors are past students who have graduated and taken those first steps into the working world and now want to help guide you through the trials and triumphs of your final year.
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University of West London’s top tips for students as results day approaches
For the students who changed their minds about what to study or applied late, or perhaps didn’t quite make the target grades for their chosen course, Clearing can be an excellent option.
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UWL students spend a week seeing the law in action at ten magistrates’ courts
Twenty one students from UWL’s School of Law recently spent a week attending ten different court sites in the southeast of England, as part of a placement scheme with HM Courts & Tribunals Service.
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It’s a wrap: UWL’s students are the stars of the show for ARTSFEST 2023
UWL's ARTSFEST, which showcases the creativity and coursework of final year students from the London College of Music (LCM) and the London School of Film, Media, and Design (LSFMD), took place in venues across London between May and July.
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UWL student achieves his dream of working in the aircraft industry with Airbus
As part of his BSc in Air Transport Management at UWL’s London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) student Irvine Kirkpatrick recently finished a placement year at the industry leading aircraft manufacturer.
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UWL welcomes 2023 graduate interns
UWL is delighted to welcome its new influx of graduate interns who will play a vital role in supporting a variety of departments across the University as well as employers across the West London region.
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UWL graduate wins ‘Our Health Heroes Apprentice of the Year’ accolade
Joe Maslen, who graduated from UWL’s College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare in 2022 with a Distinction in his Higher Apprenticeship FdSc Healthcare Practice: Assistant Practitioner course, has won Skills for Health’s Gold Award.
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UWL fashion business students celebrate their new ideas at the Espacio Gallery
As part of ARTSFEST, 26 graduates from BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Marketing, Buying and Management and Promotion and Imaging courses held a private view event on Tuesday 6 June, at the Espacio Gallery in Bethnal Green.
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UWL students and staff buzzing after playing at Brentford FC stadium
Just a day after Brentford FC famously beat Premier League champions Manchester City, the Gtech Community Stadium was positively buzzing again for an even more hotly anticipated event in West London – UWL staff v UWL students!
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Checklist for refining your work
Here is a checklist of things to double check before you hand in your assignments. To ensure that your assignment is submission ready you should spend time editing and proofreading your assignments.
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LCM Acting students perform a play about the Windrush scandal as part of ARTSFEST
BA (Hons) Acting students at UWL’s London College of Music (LCM) recently performed ‘Wind / Rush Generation(s)’ by Mojisola Adebao, a play unravelling the history of the Windrush political scandal and its knock-on effects.
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Law students immersed in mock law firm environment at Assessment Centre Workshop
UWL’s School of Law, in partnership with the UWL Careers Team, held their first Assessment Centre Workshop recently to enhance students’ employability skills by giving them the opportunity to experience what it is like to be interviewed and assessed by a law firm.
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Top-Tips for Relaxed Revision
With exams, dissertations, and final assignments all in full swing, we know it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming.
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Inspirational Alumni Award winner: Mark Dalauido
A guiding star for students and fellow graduates alike, the Inspirational Alumni Award winner is a prime example of how far an education at UWL can take you. Our inaugural winner is Mark Dalauido, Matron of Infection and Prevention Control at King’s College Hospital Trust.
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Top 10 tips for smashing your assignments
Read our top tips to smashing your assignments – including useful information about the support available to help you.
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Business student gains real-world work experience as an intern at B4B Payments
Jenny Sherpa, an international student from Nepal, is in her final year of a BA (Hons) in Business Studies with internship at the Claude Littner Business School (CLBS) at the University of West London.
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Checklist for planning your assignments
Have you tried approaching your assignments in a more strategic style? Use this checklist to help you develop better study habits for the new semester.
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Awards Ceremony celebrates inspirational and accomplished UWL alumni
The UWL alumni community gathered at Pillars Restaurant for the annual Alumni Awards ceremony last week. Nominees were shortlisted across four categories and awarded a certificate, or a trophy for the winner, by the Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Peter John CBE.
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Student Pastry Chef of the Year 2023 – UWL student reaches final
UWL student Katrina Atienza who is in the final year of her BSc (Hons) in Culinary Arts Management has reached the final of Student Pastry Chef of the Year 2023.
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Alumni Award Winner: Emmanuel Ebokosia
The Alumni Awards honours those who have left UWL within the last five years. This year, we are pleased to announce that the UWL Recent Graduate Award winner 2023 is Emmanuel Ebokosia, who is using music management to enact social change.
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UWL PhD student publishes paper assessing the sustainability of supermarket buildings
The study from Agha Hasan, from the School of Computing and Engineering's Building Performance and Climate Change research group, is one of the first to appear in the new journal, published by UWL and the Temporary Work Forum.
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The V Awards celebrates the life-changing work of UWL volunteers
UWL’s annual celebration of its student and staff volunteers took place at Weston Hall on Tuesday 25 April with around 100 award nominees, certificate winners and their guests also enjoying dinner as part of the evening event.
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Keep going – you’re nearly there
Advice and resources to help you on your way down the final straight.
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How to make assignments and exams easier for yourself
Here are 8 key tips to help you along the way and ensure you make the best out of your time so that you submit your work with confidence.
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UWL students shine at Tech Industry Gold Live! awards
Students from UWL's School of Computing and Engineering won prizes in two different categories at the Tech Industry Gold Live! event held at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham last month.
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Alumni Spotlight: Peter Collyer
Find out more about UWL alumnus Peter Collyer and his successful HR career with brands including Oasis, Disney, ASOS and Ted Baker.
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The Future You Zone is back on Tuesday 4 April
Find out more about The Future You Zone, returning on Tuesday 4 April.
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Switch off and join in with Earth Hour
Between 8.30pm - 9.30pm on Saturday 25 March, UWL will be switching off non-essential lighting across all our campuses as we join in with Earth Hour.
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Alumni Spotlight: Anthonia Edwards
Find out more about UWL alumna, Anthonia Edwards, and her UWL experience and journey.
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UWL brings students, graduates and employers together for Hospitality and Tourism Careers Fair
UWL delivers an extensive programme of careers fairs throughout the academic year covering a range of disciplines and sectors which support students in finding work placements, part-time work and graduate employment.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day - 8 March 2023
We asked some UWL staff what International Women’s Day means to them, what made them choose their career path, which women inspire them, what this year’s theme #EmbraceEquity means to them and what advice they would give to women starting their career journeys.
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Making the most of UWL libraries
To mark World Book Day, make the most of UWL's libraries and find out about our facilities.
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Alumni Spotlight - Neel Shah
Find out more about UWL alumnus, Neel Shah, and his UWL experience and journey.
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English Social Café – a chance to chat to other students
UWL is delighted to have a diverse student population, including many international students whose first language is not English. To support them in developing their conversation skills, the University is launching an English Social Café where they can meet up with native and non-native speakers, chat, and gain confidence in spoken English.
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UWL students lend a helping hand to charities and the local area during National Student Volunteering Week
The University of West London volunteers once again gave up their free time to do good deeds in the community, marking Student Volunteering Week.
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Alumni Spotlight - Lee John Charles, CBE
Find out more about UWL alumnus, Lee John Charles, CBE, and his UWL experience and journey.
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Get ready for the new semester
Here are some ideas to help you start the new semester, ready to aim higher.
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Information Literacy research
Take part in a study to help the library team by talking about your experiences of using information sources at UWL.
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Alumni Spotlight: Head Pastry Chef Chris Hurter
Find out more about UWL Alumni and Head Pastry Chef, Chris Hurter, and his UWL experience and journey.
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Alumni Spotlight: Yevgeni Zajecs
Find out more about UWL Alumni Yevgeni Zajecs and his UWL experience and journey.
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UWL business students discuss sustainability with a panel from Barclays Bank
To further this career objective, UWL’s Claude Littner Business School recently organised a session on Sustainability and Employability delivered by an expert panel from Barclays Bank.
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Join in with Veganuary and help UWL lead the way on sustainable food
Find out more about how UWL is participating in Veganuary this year.
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Alumni Spotlight: Benjamin Lee
Find out more about UWL Alumni Benjamin Lee and his tips for building a successful career.
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First year air transport management student Ria Patel wins Air League scholarship
Ria Patel, who is 18 and studying for a BSc in Air Transport Management with Private Pilot Licence at the London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism recently began flying lessons, with a scholarship from the Air League for five hours of tuition.
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Multifactor Authentication is coming to UWL
Set up your Multi Factor Authentication before Thursday 1 December to be in with a chance of winning a smart watch.*
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5 tips for managing your money while at university
Read our tips on how to create a budget and manage your money in the right way.
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A panel discussion on career opportunities in sustainability
Come along and find out more about why an increasing number of graduates are interested in sustainability-based careers and what opportunities in this area there could be for you?
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UWL Staff and Student 2022 Travel Survey
Chance to win £100 Amazon voucher for telling us how you travel to UWL!
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UWL Business, Computing and Engineering Careers Fair was a great success for students
The University of West London hosted a careers fair for Business, Computing and Engineering students connecting them with many employers in our first in-person fair since COVID-19.
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UWL student passes prestigious pastry exam
University of West London (UWL) student Katrina Atienza has passed the prestigious Craft Guild of Chefs (CGC) Graduate Awards - Pastry Exam that took place on 1 September at UWL’s Pillars Restaurant.
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University of West London tops the rankings for Teaching Quality and Student Experience
The University of West London has been named “University of the Year for Teaching Quality” and “University of the Year for Student Experience” in the prestigious The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.
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Top tips for parents: giving support through results day
With A-Level & BTEC results announced this Thursday, Professor Anthony Woodman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UWL has shared some advice to help parents manage family expectations and offer the support needed in the coming days and weeks.
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Top tips for students as A-level results day approaches
Read our top tips for students ahead of A-Level results day and the beginning of Clearing 2022.
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Ade Adepitan heads list of honorary degrees at UWL graduation week
Renowned Paralympian and TV broadcaster Ade Adepitan MBE was among the recipients receiving an honorary degree at this week’s University of West London graduation ceremonies.
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Unleash the gowns! Graduation celebrations begin for UWL students
Across three days and 11 ceremonies featuring thousands of students, 10 honorary degrees and countless handshakes and hugs, it is time for the University of West London’s (UWL) graduation festivities to commence.
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Emergence 2022 – UWL BA Photography and BA Visual Effects degree show
Some 600 people attended the private view for Emergence 2022, which took place at the Espacio Gallery in Benthal Green on 20 June.
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Things to do before summer
With the summer break just around the corner, there are a couple of things you need to remember to do before you leave.
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Future you - memories of graduation
When the work is done, when there are no more lectures, and the books are returned to the library, you can start thinking about Graduation!
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Preparing for your assignment submissions and exams
As you are preparing to submit your assignments for the semester and getting ready to take your exams, here are some tips to help you along the way.
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Get free one-to-one writing support from Royal Literary Fund Fellows
Students at the University of West London can access free, personalised, one-to-one writing support from the University’s Royal Literary Fund (RLF) Fellows.
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Navigating Academic Regulations 2021/2022
Academic regulations can be difficult to understand, especially when you need to apply for extra time on your deadline.
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Dissertation tips from alumni students
Find out more about how to succeed with your dissertation, here are some tips from four Alumni students that you may find helpful!
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Make the most of spring break
Spring break is a time to relax and recharge ahead of the final push as we head to the end of this semester. But following these top tips to use your time wisely can make a big difference to your final grade and even your future career.
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UWL Alumni Awards 2022
Last week we celebrated the contribution our alumni make in the UWL community with Alumni Awards and here are the winners.
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Great online tools that you can access with UWL
Find out about the range of online tools available to UWL students.
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UWL win Varsity
For the first time in over 10 years, UWL has been victorious in Varsity – demonstrating the University’s sporting prowess after major investment in new sporting facilities.
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Academic Awareness week (6-12 April 2022)
Academic Awareness week runs from 6-12 April 2022. All workshops and events run from 1pm to 2pm.
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Developing your academic writing
We’ve put together some top tips and advice in five key areas. Find out more and book a 1-2-1 session or attend one of our workshops.
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Tips that are wallet friendly and eco friendly
Read our tips for how to save money whilst saving the environment.
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Interested in being paid to create video content at UWL?
Interested in being paid to create video content at UWL? Become a student vlogger!
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Wellbeing Team: Robbie Stanton
We caught up with Robbie from the Wellbeing Team to talk about support available at UWL
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Capture Graduation
If you’re graduating this summer, you can look forward to wearing your gown, celebrating at the iconic Twickenham Stadium and getting your own personal souvenir to celebrate your achievements.
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How the Careers Team can help you
The Careers Team is here to provide you with comprehensive information, advice, and guidance and enable you to navigate the employment market, and support you with some handy hints and tips.
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Your post-university plan
There’s a reason we’re known as The Career University – we work with 1000s of businesses to make sure you’re building the skills and expertise the industry is looking for.
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Students supporting students
UWL’s Peer Mentoring scheme is an opportunity for you to build your skills and boost your confidence. Whether you want to receive the support of a peer mentor or volunteer to be a peer mentor, you can get involved.
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Computer scientist paves the way for a strong future in STEM
Showcasing the positives of women in science, a University of West London student is setting out to challenge perceptions and empower others like her to build their careers in science and technology.
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LGBT+ History Month interview
As it’s LGBT+ History month, we had a chat with UWL student and LGBTQ+ Society Chairperson, Mickey.
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UWL backs diversity with Queer Student Awards for second year
UWL is once again celebrating diversity and inclusion in all areas of life on campus as it sponsors the Queer Student Awards for the second year running.
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Dealing with pressure and five tips to help you cope
Kitrina Douglas, Professor of Narrative and Performative Research at the University of West London, explores the word of stress, pressures, and burnout – and some of the ways you can help overcome them.
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Mental health worker takes career one step further in lockdown apprenticeship
Taking on new challenges to boost her career, a mental health professional has overcome lockdown learning alongside full-time work and home schooling to complete her apprenticeship and excel in the workplace.
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UWL partnership to drive diversity and inclusion
Going even further to build truly inclusive futures, UWL has joined select universities across the region in the latest move to support students and boost employability for graduates.
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How to get ahead in your career
The world of work can seem challenging, but there are five ways you make it easier for you to get ahead in your career.
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Why should you become a Student Ambassador?
We are now hiring for Student Ambassadors at UWL - so if you are thinking of applying, check out some of the ways it could benefit you.
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Career opportunities: UWL is teaming up with PwC
UWL has teamed up with PwC to provide recruitment opportunities especially for you.
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Get ahead for the new semester
A new semester means a new start, and your best results will be achieved when you’re prepared for it! So how can you get ahead?
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Why should you give volunteering a go?
With Student Volunteering Week just around the corner, you might be asking yourself why you should give volunteering a go?
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3 ways joining the Peer Mentoring Scheme can improve your student experience
Check out these ways that signing up for Peer Mentoring can help support you in your studies.
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UWL’s oldest student cements success thanks to ongoing support
At the age of 80, the University of West London’s oldest PhD candidate is celebrating his latest success in a lifetime of education successes after completing his qualification and opening up possibilities for his future.
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People like us: What’s it about and why should I join?
People Like Us is a project we kicked off last year to address the racial and cultural barriers in accessing wellbeing support for Black Asian Majority Ethnic students.
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Business expertise securing international future for UWL student
After losing her job to the pandemic and deciding to completely transform her next steps, a UWL student is building a truly future-proof career thanks to postgraduate learning.
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Musical future on the cards for stage-loving student
Taking to the stage to build her confidence, a UWL Musical Theatre student is preparing for a very creative career in the arts – and all thanks to her university course giving her the confidence to explore all of her skills as a performer.
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UWLSU’s Future You Zone will be back soon
UWL’s Future You Zone will be back soon for all of our students! This gets you prepared for everything graduation and beyond. Here are 3 things you can do in the Future You Zone to prepare for life post-UWL.
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We asked you why you #LoveUWL, here’s what you said...
Last week we asked you to tell us what you love about studying at UWL and we received hundreds of responses across all our Social Media channels. We have taken a selection of your best responses.
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Disclosing your disability
We want to help you as much as possible to ensure you have access to the best possible learning support and resources and you can do this by registering with the Wellbeing team and getting an Individual Support Plan.
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Five everyday ways to boost your mental health and wellness
The head of wellbeing, Michael Cobden, filmed his day to give us an insight into the small things he does to boost his mental health. Here are his top five tips to give you a bit of inspiration this winter.
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10 online resources you should be using
The UWL campus is jam-packed full of resources and facilities to support you in your studies, but there is a whole range of online resources you can benefit from too.
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The Future Zone is coming next week!
This summer you will be graduating, and we will be providing you with all the support you need to get there and go on to have a successful career. The Future Zone will have everything you need to prepare for graduation and your future career.
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Careers – your questions answered
Kay Stewart, Head of Careers and Volunteering at UWL, spent the day answering your questions – here were her answers to the top ones...
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5 tips to get your dissertation off to a flying start
The UWL Study Support Team has helped countless students to successfully write and submit their dissertations – here are their top tips to get your dissertation off to a flying start.
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World Access to Higher Education Day
World Access to Higher Education Day is the international day of action, which aims to act as a catalyst to address inequalities in higher education across the world.
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Graduation – soon this will be you!
Last week thousands of UWL graduates celebrated their graduation at the iconic Twickenham stadium – and in 2022 this will be you.
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5 tips to make your weekly shop more wallet friendly
To mark Money Advice Week, we've put together 5 tips to help you save on your weekly shop...
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How your feedback helps us make a difference
When you speak, we listen and make changes that improve the student experience for everyone at UWL.
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Getting to know West London
Studying at our West London campus means you’re well connected and will never be short of things to do. Find out some ways you can make the most of it.
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People like us – meet the team
We caught up with UWL’s new Mental Health Project Coordinator for 'people like us' to find out what she is doing to help create a positive support system for UWL's diverse community.
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How to make social media work for you
We all know there are pitfalls that come with our social media accounts, but there are a lot of great benefits to staying connected online as well. Find out more in our blog post.
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5 simple things you can do each day to feel more positive
Life can feel overwhelming at times. From time to time, we all have to contend with a variety of stressful circumstances. Discover 5 ways to help you feel more positive each day.
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Keeping our campus healthy
It’s great to be back on campus. We know the importance of in-person teaching and how much the UWL community impacts on your university experience.
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Need help? Just ask
Whether you’ve got a problem you need help with or you’re simply looking to boost your academic skills – we've got the people and resources to help you.
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5 great things about our Library
UWL Library provides a wide range of books, journals and e-resources to help you with your studies, as well as different types of study spaces, computers, plus multiple ways of requesting help. Here are our 5 top things about our Library.
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Mentoring helps student connect with peers from all over the world
Find out more about Psychology student Stacey Melinda's story and how she discovered the positive impact of UWL’s Peer Mentoring Scheme.
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Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub
UWL staff and students will now be able to take advantage of a huge range of sporting facilities thanks to a £2 million investment from the University in the new Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub.
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UWL joins St Mary’s University for mental health study
Learn more about UWL's new funding to lead a study into mental health support for students.
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The Student Experience Team are here to help you
Across UWL there is loads of support available to help with your studies, overcome issues and make sure you graduate career-ready - it’s one of the reasons we are University of the Year for Student Experience.
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Considering a postgraduate degree? Check out 5 ways it can help your future
Check out our top reasons to fast forward your career with a postgraduate degree.
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UWL ‘on track’ to become UK’s most sustainable University
Find out how UWL is decarbonising its campus and making it an even greener University for everyone.
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New name, same great support
Find out more about our Study Support team and how they can help support you during your studies.
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9 things you need to know about graduating
Our support for you does not end at graduation - learn about our top 9 things you need to know...
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When you speak, we listen
Find out how we are preparing our campus to return to in-person teaching in the new academic year.
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Can you negotiate? How to develop your enterprise mindset
Find out what skills you need to negotiate and reach your desired outcome.
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Decision making – have you got what it takes?
Join our careers workshop on 14 July and check out these top three tips for improving your decision making.
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Star Awards 2021 – full list of winners and nominees
Find out who the winners of our 2021 Star Awards were.
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4 pieces of great life advice – from the people who have been where you are
Read advice from previous students that have been where you are.
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New semester, new start – seven skills to take your studies to the next level
Read our tips on taking your studying to the next level.
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Review of the year 2020
We take a look back over the past year and revisit the highlights of 2020 – showcasing the successes and outstanding contributions to society of not only the University, but also our wonderful students and alumni.
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Making the most of the digital library
Read more on how to make the most out of the digital library.
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Student experiences of peer mentoring
Discover a range of student experiences of peer mentoring, highlighting the benefits of the Peer Mentoring Scheme.