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  • A record year for sport at ºÚÁÏÍø

    Our sports clubs have achieved an all-time University record, and four alumni and a graduating student have been named in Team GB’s Olympics squad.

    A group of mainly women standing on the banks of a river celebrating while holding a trophy and standing in front of a red BUCS champions banner
  • Postgraduate Discover ºÚÁÏÍø Tours

    Interested in postgraduate study at ºÚÁÏÍø? Our Postgraduate Discover ºÚÁÏÍø Tours are a great way to explore the University campus and our beautiful city, as well as an opportunity to find out more about postgraduate study at ºÚÁÏÍø from our staff and PG Student Ambassadors.

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A record year for sport at ºÚÁÏÍø

Our sports clubs have achieved an all-time University record, and four alumni and a graduating student have been named in Team GB’s Olympics squad.

A group of mainly women standing on the banks of a river celebrating while holding a trophy and standing in front of a red BUCS champions banner

Postgraduate Discover ºÚÁÏÍø Tours

Interested in postgraduate study at ºÚÁÏÍø? Our Postgraduate Discover ºÚÁÏÍø Tours are a great way to explore the University campus and our beautiful city, as well as an opportunity to find out more about postgraduate study at ºÚÁÏÍø from our staff and PG Student Ambassadors.

An image of 4 students standing outside on the grounds of St Mary's on a sunny day with ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral in the background

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Research Impact at ºÚÁÏÍø

We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.

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ºÚÁÏÍø physicists play key part in UK’s quantum future

We’re playing a key part in the UK’s drive to develop quantum technology to benefit a wide range of areas including healthcare, computing and security.
A laser beam being directed through mirrors in a laboratory

ºÚÁÏÍø co-leads Greenland expedition to understand effects of climate change

Our geographers are setting off on a science expedition to Greenland to advance our understanding of the region's rapidly decaying ice sheet.
Aerial shot looking down on a boat on a blue, icy ocean with an ice sheet and snow capped mountains behind

New training helps organisations better understand autism and neurodiversity

We have worked with a leading autism charity to produce specialised training to help organisations provide better support for people who are neurodivergent.
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Is Britain on track for a zero-carbon power sector in six years?

The new government has created Great British Energy as part of its pledge to try and achieve zero-carbon electricity production by 2030. Professor Jon Gluyas and Dr Andrew Crossland, from the ºÚÁÏÍø Energy Institute as well as working in the Departments of Earth Sciences and Engineering respectively, assess whether that ambition is realistic.
Solar panels on a roof surrounded by a sunny sky.

Appointment of new Executive Dean for Faculty of Social Sciences and Health

Professor Martin Evans has been appointed as our new Executive Dean (Social Sciences and Health).
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ºÚÁÏÍø Professors elected to prestigious British Academy

Congratulations to Canon Professor Michael Snape and Professor Janet Montgomery who have been recognised for their contribution to the humanities and social sciences.
Canon Professor Michael Snape (left) and Professor Janet Montgomery (right)

Bigger animals don’t always have the biggest brains relative to body size – new research

Scientists have long believed that big animals will tend to have big brains, but a new study involving Professor Robert Barton, from our Department of Anthropology, has found that may not be the case.
Three brains at different angles

Prestigious recognition for ºÚÁÏÍø Chemistry researcher

Dr Allegra Franchino, an assistant professor from our Department of Chemistry, has been recognised in a national fellowship scheme.
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ºÚÁÏÍø Fringe Festival’s fourth year showcases University student talent

For the fourth year in a row, ºÚÁÏÍø is partnering with the ºÚÁÏÍø Fringe Festival to bring a programme of arts and culture in ºÚÁÏÍø City’s biggest arts festival. Running from Wednesday 24 – Sunday 28 July, this year’s Fringe is looking to be the biggest and best to date.
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Not just any tour: Chapel Choir of University College to perform at the Vatican

This summer, the Chapel Choir of University College (known as Castle Chapel Choir) will be embarking on a tour spanning the UK and Italy to share their vocal talents. Including well-known UK venues, the tour also includes St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican in Italy.

Euro 2024: women need safer fan spaces at big football tournaments to stamp out hostility and abuse

With Euro 2024 in full-flow, Professor Stacey Pope, from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, looks at what more can be done to help women feel more safe when attending major football tournaments.
A female football fan wearing England face paint in front of an England flag

Labour’s plan to tax private school fees has drawbacks – but it could be better for society

The Labour party has confirmed its intention to end this VAT exemption for private schools if elected to government. Professor Stephen Gorard, from our School of Education, has assessed the pros and cons of what this would mean for the British public if implemented.
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Our work to keep ºÚÁÏÍø beautiful

Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, explores our work to preserve and enhance our campus environment and surroundings.
Professor Karen O'Brien, Vice-Chancellor and Warden of ºÚÁÏÍø, stood smiling with arms folded, in front of bookshelves

Explore July's Community Newsletter

Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at ºÚÁÏÍø and in the city itself.
ºÚÁÏÍø Cathedral pictured on a sunny day with its reflection visible in the water.

Upcoming events

ºÚÁÏÍø MBA Online Information Session

Thursday 8 August 2024 - Thursday 8 August 2024
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Online
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ºÚÁÏÍø Fringe Festival 2024

Wednesday 24 July 2024 - Sunday 28 July 2024
12:00 PM to 11:55 PM
Various locations across ºÚÁÏÍø City.
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Preparing, Planning & Packing for International Students

Monday 29 July 2024 - Monday 29 July 2024
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Online
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Ustinov College - Postgraduate Discover ºÚÁÏÍø Tours

Wednesday 31 July 2024 - Wednesday 31 July 2024
1:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Ustinov College
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From our Student Blogs:

How to spend a summer

Final year maths student, Toby shares his favourite things to do in ºÚÁÏÍø over summer.
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