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Broderick's 7 Years: UEL's Remarkable Turnaround
16 Feb
Summary
- University of East London is now debt-free.
- Graduate employability increased over 25 percentage points.
- UEL drives over £1.2bn in UK annual economic output.
Seven years after taking the helm, Vice-Chancellor Amanda Broderick is stepping down from the University of East London (UEL), leaving behind a legacy of significant institutional growth and a redefined mission. UEL, once facing severe financial challenges, has successfully eradicated its debt and grown substantially, becoming one of London's largest universities.
The university's Vision 2028 strategy has been pivotal in this transformation. Notably, UEL has achieved the fastest improvement in graduate outcomes across the UK, boosting graduate employability by over 25 percentage points in just five years. It also ranks among the top UK universities for student positivity and startup growth.
Originally founded as the West Ham Technical Institute in 1898, UEL's core mission to unlock opportunity and drive social mobility remains. Today, it is recognized for its careers-first approach, offering students real-world experiences and employer-aligned courses. This focus ensures graduates are job-ready for the evolving economy.
UEL's impact extends beyond student success, contributing significantly to economic growth. The university supports over 15,000 jobs and generates more than £1.2 billion in UK annual output. Future plans include pioneering advancements in healthcare education, with a new Neighbourhood Health Hub and the introduction of a primary care-focused medical degree.
