Our academic schools and colleges
Our schools
The Claude Littner Business School
As 'Business School of the Year 2019' in the THE Awards, the Claude Littner Business School (CLBS) is a highly respected provider of professionally-attuned business and management courses, based on London's famous 'Golden Mile'.
College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
The College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare (CNMH) is a major provider of healthcare courses in Berkshire and West London. The College has highly experienced staff, close links with NHS Trusts and other providers, and excellent facilities including our simulation centres. In addition to pre- and post-registration courses, the College offers a suite of CPDs.
The Graduate School
The Graduate School is home to UWL’s community of doctoral students and the centre for the main postgraduate research training activities. It aims to ensure that the University provides a consistent quality environment and support for all doctoral students. It also provides training and support to experienced and new supervisors, monitoring of supervisors’ role and assessing students’ progress against milestones.
Institute for Policing Studies
UWL's Institute for Policing Studies (IPS) reflects the increasing role of Higher Education in the policing community in London and the UK. Find out more about IPS and our degree and apprenticeship courses.
London College of Music
The London College of Music (LCM), part of the University of West London, is one of the leading music and performing arts institutions in the UK and was formed over 130 years ago. As an all-Steinway school with one of Europe's largest studio complexes, the College offers an impressive range of innovative courses, which are respected worldwide and delivered with creativity and passion.
London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism
With a 70-year history of teaching excellence in the service industries, the London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses supported by excellent facilities including the Pillars Restaurant, Savoy Kitchens and our new 737 flight simulator.
London School of Film, Media and Design
The London School of Film, Media and Design (LSFMD) offers a wide range of dynamic courses with a strong professional focus, supported by excellent facilities and highly experienced staff.
School of Computing and Engineering
The School of Computing and Engineering (SCE) offers a wide range of industry-focused, innovative courses designed to give you an edge in your career. Many courses are accredited by the most prestigious industry bodies, and staff are highly active in cutting-edge research.
School of Human and Social Sciences
Backed by strong links to key professional bodies, the School of Human and Social Sciences (SHSS) provides highly career-focused courses in psychology, criminology, policing, forensic science, politics and more.
School of Law
With impressive on-site facilities including a mock courtroom and a range of opportunities for voluntary work experience, the School of Law (SoL) provides courses with a distinctive focus on law in action.
School of Medicine and Biosciences
Our newest academic school, the School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB) offers degrees in ageing and dementia, public health, healthcare inequalities and enabling healthcare technology.
Drama Studio London
Drama Studio London (DSL) was established over 50 years ago and is renowned for delivering training for the next generation of actors in a specialist conservatoire setting.
Hellenic Institute of Maritime Studies
The Hellenic Institute of Maritime Studies (HIMS), based in Ealing, London, is a partnership between the University of West London (UWL) and Business College of Athens (BCA) offering postgraduate degrees, executive training and a centre for maritime research.