STUDENTS from Dubai visited the University of East London (UEL) to learn about the history of the East End.

The students, from the British university in Dubai, are professionals from both the private and public sectors in the Arabian gulf.

They were given a tour of UEL's new teacher training school, which will open in October, and were shown around the 2012 Olympic site.

They also discussed the differing role of women in both societies with Dr Rania Hafez, UEL director of post-compulsory education.

Dr Graham Barnfield, UEL journalism programme Leader in Journalism said: “This is a great event that helps students abroad understand UEL and the East London environment better.

“We are encouraging open dialogue and discussions about cultural and other important issues and that helps us celebrate our differences.”

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