University of West London partners with IDP Connect

We are delighted to announce a new partnership between the University of West London (UWL) and IDP Connect. This partnership will significantly grow UWL’s international intake with the aim of growing their international student cohort by providing the university access to IDP Connect’s global student placement network.  

Professor Anthony Woodman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UWL, said: “By working with IDP we can bring our blend of high-quality education, close links with employers and exceptional industry connections to new communities across the world. Given IDP's excellent network, they are the ideal partner to help us connect with the next generation of game-changing talent.” 

Founded in 1860, UWL has a strong focus on career outcomes and is known for its state-of-the-art facilities, including a technology-testing laboratory, an architecture studio, a hydraulics laboratory,25 professional-standard music studios and dedicated forensic investigation labs. The subjects UWL is best known for include aviation studies, food business and nutrition, and music.  

Boasting a range of accolades, UWL was selected as university of the year for student experience in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021, as well as number one student experience in England for nursing courses and number one student experience in the UK for finance and accounting courses in 2022.  

With notable alumni such as Jung Chang -author of the multi-award-winning Wild Swans - to inspire and a reputation for offering fantastic student experiences, UWL is sure to draw many prospective international students from across IDP Connect’s global network.  

Mariann Baker, Head of International Recruitment at UWL, said: “Our new partnership with IDP takes off at a very exciting time with the University having just embarked on a profound transformation of its international student recruitment strategies.’” 

Lorna Greville, Client Director at IDP, added: “Bringing UWL into IDP’s offering furthers our ability to provide students real options. London is a key city of choice for many students and UWL brings with it areas of true specialty and excellence. Our work together with UWL is well under way across many of IDP’s services, and we look forward to continued success and close collaboration over the coming years.”  

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