Student Life

Student life – your way. Discover amazing experiences, explore unforgettable places and find friends who just get you.

As a student here, you’ll have the best of both worlds. You’ll be part of our supportive and inclusive campus community – with everything the exciting, multicultural capital has to offer within easy reach. Ready to start your student adventure?

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On and around campus

Develop lifelong friendships through our clubs and societies. Play a game at our retro Reload café or relax at The Den. Get involved in our Students' Union events or make a difference through volunteering. And enjoy one of the buzzing social spots around campus or Canalside bars and restaurants. With Here East’s student discount card, you can get money off everything from burritos to haircuts.
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Neighbouring attractions

At Hackney Wick, you’ll be hanging out at one of the coolest neighbourhoods in London. Perfect for exploring international cuisine, festivals, live music and culture. Or if you’d prefer a spot of retail therapy, Stratford’s giant shopping complex Westfield has more than 200 stores. And with Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to explore, you can enjoy green spaces, sporting pursuits and leisure attractions too.

A day in the life at University of Staffordshire London

Meet Modie, a second-year student at University of Staffordshire London. Join him as he shows us a day in the life of a Games Design student.

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Experience our vibrant community

Games in the City Festival

Welcome Week

Exploring the local area

Deep Racer Event

Student News Awards

Graduation

Welcome Week

End of Welcome Week Party

Life on Campus at Here East

WASD x IGN

Welcome Week

Careers Mentoring Evening

Reload Cafe

Stratford Job Show

What stood out to me was how welcoming the campus is, from the open offices to the surrounding greenery and nature.
Max Smith

BSc (Hons) Computer Science

in the UK for Quality Education

Sustainable Development Goal 4, Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024

for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025

for Facilities

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Four Star Rating

QS Star Ratings 2021