2014
Children and young people need education in crime prevention
Children and young people need education around the issues of crime and victimisation, and what to do if they experience these, in the same way as they are taught about sex, alcohol and drugs – according to a new report produced by Victim Support in collaboration with the University of Bedfordshire.
University calls on Government to recognise all excellence in research
The University of Bedfordshire has joined 'Growth by Research' an alliance of universities and businesses calling for the Government to recognise excellent research, wherever it occurs.
Elite sporting students presented with £1,000 bursary
Five up-and-coming young football referees, a scrum half in the England Women’s Rugby Union squad and a top korfballer were among the students presented £1,000 by the University of Bedfordshire.
UN Peacekeeper gives first Leadership Future lecture
A former Commanding Officer of the Ghana Battalion was at the University of Bedfordshire to introduce the first of this year’s Leadership Futures lectures, which give students the chance to hear from a prestigious cast of senior international figures.
Nick Way visit rounds off Media masterclasses
A workshop by ex-EastEnders, Top of the Pops and Sky Sports News sound professional Nick Way rounded off the Media department’s November masterclasses.
Elite sporting students presented with £1,000 bursary
Five up-and-coming young football referees, a scrum half in the England Women’s Rugby Union squad and a top korfballer were among the students presented £1,000 by the University of Bedfordshire.
Steps funding helps alumni set up dance company
Two University of Bedfordshire alumni have used Steps funding to set up a growing, independent dance company.
Businesses shown benefits of collaboration with University of Bedfordshire
The University of Bedfordshire’s potential for innovative collaboration with businesses was showcased at the Innovation for Business Conference & Marketplace (Nov 26).
New scheme to further prepare students for the world of work
University of Bedfordshire students are to get a “head start” with potential employers thanks to a new programme which aims to further prepare students for the world of work.
Widening access to higher education
‘The battle to deliver the widening access agenda is not over’, that was the message from Bill Rammell Vice Chancellor at the University of Bedfordshire speaking at the ‘Access to Higher Education Summit’ in London today (Thursday 27 November).
Director of Genetic Alliance UK foresees a "radical" transformation to healthcare
The University of Bedfordshire will play a role in the eradication of common non-infectious diseases, according to the Director of Genetic Alliance UK, Alastair Kent OBE.
Students to benefit from Bedfordshire lecturer's book
Students are set to benefit from a book co-authored by the University of Bedfordshire’s Senior Lecturer of Marketing.