External Examiners Induction Welcome to UEL Annette Cast Pro Vice-Chancellor (Dean, College of Professional Services) November 2018

Overview of the day An introduction to the University of East London (UEL) UEL’s Quality Assurance Procedures UEL’s Academic Regulations

The University of East London An ‘anchor institution’ – committed to social mobility and social justice Founded in East London in 1898 (West Ham Technical Institute) Highly diverse: c17,000 students from 150 different countries 54% students are from lower socio-economic backgrounds; 58% mature; 64% BAME c.11,600 on-campus students. c.6,000 collaborative partners. Source: 2017/18 Census data.

The University of East London Best in London for Teaching in Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Dance and Journalism (2018 NSS) 100% in Overall Satisfaction in 2018 NSS on courses including Clinical Psychology, Computing for Business, Early Childhood Education & Care, Film and Sociology. A leading modern university in London for research Sources: ‘Teaching on my Course’ and ‘Overall Satisfaction’ metrics, 2018 NSS.

The University of East London Our ambition is to be London’s leading university for civic engagement, achieved through: an engaged curriculum (‘learning by doing’) engaged research with a focus on social innovation providing students, staff, alumni and partners with opportunities to make a difference, changing things for the better

External Examiner comments There are an excellent range of assessments and pedagogical approaches that provide a range of critical skills and theoretical knowledge to understand and improve the industry. (Media, Fashion & Communications) Very refreshing to see course content that is contemporary and research informed, producing graduates at the forefront of the profession. (Bioscience & Sport) (Extracts taken from reports received from the 2017/2018 academic session)

External Examiner comments My overall impression is one of a clear commitment to the development, nurturing and enhancement of learning within the HRM /MBA modules I reviewed. (Business) The comments from the markers are very encouraging yet critical where this is needed. I particularly liked the encouragement to present work at pedagogic conferences. (Teacher Education) The students seem proud of their course and are confident in their potential employability. (Architecture & Visual Arts) (Extracts taken from reports received from the 2017/2018 academic session)

UEL Quality Assurance & Enhancement Principles We aim to ensure the quality of the total student experience. All staff are responsible for quality. We aim to improve quality whenever possible. We are committed to the principle of external peer involvement in assuring quality. We take into account the views of our students.