University of West London Rankings of University of West London

The University of West London (UWL) is a government funded university in England. West London is made up of eight distinct schools: Claude Littner Business School, London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism, the School of Computing and Engineering, the College of Nursing, London College of Music, the School of Law and Criminology, the School of Human and Social Sciences, and the London School of Film.

About University of West London

PROS

  • A recurring opinion expressed by students is the lecturers are passionate and involved, more so than you can find in many other universities.
  • Ranked in the top half of UK universities according to the Sunday Times’ Good University Guide, and also has a Silver award rating from TEF.

CONS

  • Students generally agree that the university could do more work to promote social events. Some comment that the campus lacks social energy, and that it can be a bit boring.
Latest ranking updates for University of West London
  • 01 Jan, 2023: Webometrics announced latest results of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities with University of West London in position 2032.
  • 24 Sep, 2022: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian League Table with University of West London in position 23.
  • 24 Sep, 2022: Publication of The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management). Ranking position #22.
  • 16 Sep, 2022: Publication of The Times Good University Guide. Ranking position #40.
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Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Chart Data

Highest subject rankings for University of West London

Drama, Dance & Cinematics CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#19 
Arts Visual & Performing
Criminology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#22 
Social Studies & Humanities
Accounting and Finance The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#22 
Business
Civil Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#25 
Engineering
Communication & Media Studies CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#29 
Journalism & Media Studies
Education The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#32 
Education
Building CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#35 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Nursing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#37 
Medicine & Health
Graphic Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#41 
Design
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#55 
Law

University rankings

    • #30 
    • #40 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #18 
    • #23 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #62 
    • #77 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #82 
    • #508 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 04 April, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #208 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #88 
    • #2032 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 01 January, 2023]

Subject rankings

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #27 
    • #35 
    Building
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #29 
    • #38 
    Art & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #15 
    • #19 
    Drama, Dance & Cinematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #32 
    • #40 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #49 
    • #58 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Business

    • #15 
    • #22 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #76 
    • #95 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #90 
    • #111 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #69 
    • #82 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Computer Science

    • #84 
    • #107 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Design

    • #33 
    • #41 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]

Education

    • #26 
    • #32 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #71 
    • #87 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Engineering

    • #18 
    • #25 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #41 
    • #55 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #23 
    • #29 
    Communication & Media Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Law

    • #42 
    • #55 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #88 
    • #106 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Medicine & Health

    • #29 
    • #37 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #17 
    • #22 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #56 
    • #72 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #89 
    • #112 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #56 
    • #67 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #58 
    • #73 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 5.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees

Student Reviews for University of West London

Student satisfaction:
4.2 (based on 330 student reviews)

“Fantastic place to study, one of the best universities in London. The staffs are real professionals and experts in their fields, more than that they do their very best to help their students achieve their potential. Great environment academically, and the facilities are great. The only downside is that it’s almost too quiet most of the time.”

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TEF Award For Teaching and Student Outcomes

University of West London not available
What does it measure?
TEF stands for "Teaching Excellence and Student Outcome Framework". The award is based on an assessment of undergraduate studies only.
It is primarily based on following criteria:
  • Student satisfaction
    This is based on data of the National Student Survey (NSS). In our section on student reviews you find detailed uptodate NSS survey results of University of West London.
  • Continuation / Dropout rates
    The percentage of students that continue their studies from year to year is based on data of the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).
  • Employment outcomes
    The percentage of students who after graduation either proceeded to further studies or are in highly skilled employment.
How does this compare to other universities?
Among all UK universities and colleges:
  • 0 received TEF Gold
  • 0 received TEF Silver
  • 0 received TEF Bronze
  • 0 received a provisional award.
Source: Office for students (last updated May 26, 2021)

StuDocu Student Reviews

StuDocu has published the StuDocu World University Ranking, which is entirely based on student reviews. Over 100.000 students have reviewed over 1500 universities worldwide. University of West London is ranked in position 206 for Europe. Below you can find the 16 sub-ratings of University of West London in comparison to the averages among all universities in England UK. For illustrative purposes we have transferred the original 10 point scale into a 5 star scale.

Studies
Overall score
4.1
Quality of Courses/Teaching
4.1
Employer Recruiting & Career Services
3.5
Financial Aid
3.7
Studying Remotely
4.1
Feeling of Inclusivity
4.7
Leisure
Quality of Life
4.1
Student Clubs/Associations
3.7
Sports Culture
3.9
Dating Scene
2.9
Campus
Common Areas & Sports Facilities
3.5
Safety on Campus
4.3
Location
4.5
Accessibility for Disabled Students
4.5
Food on Campus
3.9
Housing
4.1
Source: StuDocu World University Ranking 2020

NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of University of West London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction: 87 (545 respondents)

Chart Data
Source: National Student Survey NSS
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 56 students of University of West London participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for University of West London in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 70.9

Chart Data
Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of University of West London

  Course
1 Accounting and Finance - BA 100/100 (7 student reviews)
2 Music Management - BA 100/100 (6 student reviews)
3 Psychology with Counselling Theory - BSc 100/100 (15 student reviews)
4 Accounting and Finance with Internship - BA 98/100 (31 student reviews)
5 Nursing Dual Registration (Adult and Mental Health) - MSci 97/100 (36 student reviews)
6 Nursing Dual Registration (Learning Disabilities and Mental Health) - MSci 97/100 (36 student reviews)
7 Nursing Dual Registration (Children and Mental Health) - MSci 97/100 (36 student reviews)
8 Information Technology Management for Business (ITMB) - BSc 96/100 (109 student reviews)
9 Journalism - BA 96/100 (19 student reviews)
10 Advertising and Public Relations - BA 96/100 (19 student reviews)
Source: STUDENT REVIEWS - NSS student review 2020 data

TOP 10 highest earning degree courses of University of West London

  Course Median Salary (15 months after graduation)
1 Nursing Dual Registration (Adult and Mental Health) - MSci £30,000.00
2 Nursing Dual Registration (Learning Disabilities and Mental Health) - MSci £30,000.00
3 Nursing Dual Registration (Children and Mental Health) - MSci £30,000.00
4 Midwifery - BMid £30,000.00
5 Pharmacology - BSc £28,000.00
6 Operating Department Practice - BSc £28,000.00
7 Biomedical Science - BSc £28,000.00
8 Public Health - BSc £28,000.00
9 Nursing (Learning Disabilities) - BNurs £28,000.00
10 Civil and Environmental Engineering - BEng £26,000.00
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO)

Student composition of University of West London

Students by subject
Business and Management:
2805
Nursing and Midwifery:
2045
:
1135
Computing:
985
Creative Arts and Design:
695
Performing Arts:
695
Psychology:
640
Social Policy:
545
Law:
390
engineering (non-specific):
350
Biosciences:
230
architecture, building and planning:
195
allied health:
190
Politics:
45
education and teaching:
35
Mathematical Sciences:
20
English Studies:
20
Foreign students by nationality
India:
950
Romania:
220
Italy:
210
Nepal:
200
Poland:
140
Portugal:
115
Lithuania:
110
Spain:
100
Philippines:
80
Germany:
65
France:
60
Greece:
60
Bulgaria:
60
Nigeria:
45
USA:
45
Ireland:
45
Netherlands:
35
Sweden:
35
Sri Lanka:
25
British Virgin Islands:
20
Cyprus (European Union):
20
Hungary:
20
Belgium:
20
South Korea:
15
Czech Republic:
15
Switzerland:
15
Pakistan:
15
Norway:
15
Malaysia:
15
China:
15
United Arab Emirates:
10
Latvia:
10
Slovakia:
10
Finland:
10
Estonia:
10
Denmark:
10
Croatia:
10
Austria:
10
Russia:
10
Japan:
10
Jordan:
5
Albania:
5
Kuwait:
5
Lebanon:
5
Saudi Arabia:
5
Anguilla:
5
Canada:
5
Cayman Islands:
5
Mexico:
5
Australia:
5
Iran:
5
Morocco:
5
Vietnam:
5
Uzbekistan:
5
Thailand:
5
Singapore:
5
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
Bangladesh:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
Uganda:
5
South Africa:
5
Mauritius:
5
Kenya:
5
Algeria:
5
Slovenia:
5
Turkey:
5
Brazil:
5

Key facts

Institution type:
Public
Facilities:
Library, sports facilities, housing
University Size:
 students: 11055; staff: 800
Foundation year:
1992
students:
11055
undergraduates:
9055
postgraduates:
2000
academic staff:
800
Telephone:
+44 800 036 8888
Address:
St Mary's Road
W5 5RF, Ealing
England UK
Website:
https://www.uwl.ac.uk/
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    7/9
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    8/9
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    9/9

Campuses of University of West London

Ealing / Brentford
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Accounting and Finance
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School of Ballet Theatre
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Cardiff and Vale College
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Reading
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Midwifery
Ruskin College
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Academy of Music & Sound Exeter
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Academy of Music and Sound (Gateshead) Ltd
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Leeds
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London (OBC)
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London - Eastgate (UKCBC)
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London - Wentworth (UKCBC)
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Momentum Performing Arts Academy
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Stanmore
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Creative Academy
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Skyborne Aviation
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Slough (OBC)
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FAQ

University of West London ranks #47 in England UK in our meta ranking of 133 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

University of West London ranks #1 in Ealing in our meta ranking.

University of West London is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, Scimago Institutions Rankings, StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities See all 8 rankings of University of West London.

University of West London achieved #23 in The Guardian League Table. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 133 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of West London.

University of West London achieved the highest ranking for Arts Visual & Performing. It is ranked #2 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Drama and Dance). See all subject rankings for University of West London.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 133 university rankings University of West London ranks #1 among universities in Ealing and #47 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of West London.

In our meta ranking University of West London ranks #47 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.

University of West London ranks for Arts Visual & Performing (Drama, Dance & Cinematics) #1 among universities in Ealing and #15 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Engineering (Civil Engineering) #1 among universities in Ealing and #18 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Social Studies & Humanities (Criminology) #1 among universities in Ealing and #17 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Architecture, Building & Planning (Building) #1 among universities in Ealing and #27 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Law (Law) #1 among universities in Ealing and #42 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Journalism & Media Studies (Communication & Media Studies) #1 among universities in Ealing and #23 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Medicine & Health (Nursing) #1 among universities in Ealing and #29 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Business (Accounting and Finance) #1 among universities in Ealing and #15 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Education (Education) #1 among universities in Ealing and #26 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Computer Science (Computer Science) #1 among universities in Ealing and #84 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.

University of West London ranks for Design (Graphic Design) #1 among universities in Ealing and #33 among universities in England UK. It is ranked in 'The Guardian University League Tables by Subject'. See all rankings of University of West London.