University of East London (UEL) - Docklands Campus Accommodation

About the University of East London Docklands Campus 

1. University of East London Docklands Campus distance from the City Centre:

• Underground (Tube)-  21-27 minutes (on average)

• Bus - 45-60 minutes (on average) 

• Taxi - 30-45 minutes

2. University of East London Docklands Campus has on-campus student accommodation options with an average rent of £6,000–£7,500 /semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security.

3. University of East London Docklands Campus follows a trimester academic year system. Each semester has around 12 weeks.

4. The best month to book a University of East London Docklands Campus on-campus accommodation after the university offer to study is accepted is March for new students. UEL Docklands Campus accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally start with:

• New undergraduate - March

• New postgraduate - February

• For returning students - June or July

5. Other Campuses of the University of East London Docklands Campus

• University of East London (UEL) - Stratford Campus

University of East London Docklands Campus Off-Campus Student Housing Options 

PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in London. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:

1. Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £700 to £1,200 /month

• Generally located within walking distance from the university.

• Popular University of East London Docklands Campus student accommodation options include Vega, Lewisham Exchange, and London - Discovery Dock.

2. Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £450 to £1,000 /month

• Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.

• Recommended University of East London Docklands Campus private lets include  Homey double bedroom not far from Stepney Green tube and Cosy double bedroom close to Blackwall DLR station.

Secure a Private Student Room Near University of East London Docklands Campus  Without a University Offer Letter

Various providers, including Unite Students and Student Luxe, accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.

Popular Student Areas to Live Near University of East London Docklands Campus 

1. Canary Wharf

Brixton’s average rent is around £800-£1,500. It’s a 20 to 30-minute walk from campus. Some student accommodation near University of East London includes Canary Wharf Riverside and The Canary Wharf Collection. 

• Underground (Tube)-  10-15 minutes.
• Bus -  20-40 minutes
• Taxi -  10-15 minutes
• Walking -  20-30 minutes

2. Royal Victoria Dock

Royal Victoria Dock's average rent for University of East London Docklands campus accommodation is around £600-£850. It’s a 15 to 20-minute walk from campus. 

• Underground (Tube) - 25-35 minutes

• Bus -  15-30 minutes

• Taxi -  15-30 minutes

• Walking - 15-20 minutes

3. Canning Town

Canning Town’s average monthly rent is around £500-£700 per month. It’s a 30-40 minute walk from campus.   

• Underground (Tube)-  15-20 minutes

• Bus - 20-40 minutes

• Taxi - 10-15 minutes 

• Walking - 30-40 minutes

Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation

• Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally offer discounts or early booking offers.)
• Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.

• No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.

• Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.

• Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.

• More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.

• Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.