2023

Wed 05 April, 2023
University helps create economic growth with free SME workshops

The University of Bedfordshire recently hosted a free ‘Creating Growth’ event for regional Small to Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs), offering advice and step-by-step guidance on overcoming potential challenges in a bid to encourage economic growth within the county.

Wed 05 April, 2023
Bedfordshire Bulls triumph at Varsity 2023

The Bulls – the University of Bedfordshire’s competitive sports teams – have taken the Varsity title for this year, after successfully defending their home turf in a dominating 7–4 win against the University of Northampton.

Wed 29 March, 2023
New child exploitation principles & resources published following University research

A set of new Practice Principles to help shape and inform the work of professionals responding to child exploitation and extra-familial harm have been published today (29th March) by the Tackling Child Exploitation (TCE) Support Programme, based on research conducted by the University of Bedfordshire, The Children’s Society and Research in Practice.

Wed 29 March, 2023
Celebrated University radio station receives more award nominations

Radio LaB – the University of Bedfordshire’s successful community radio station – has been recognised for the second time this academic year after receiving two nominations at the upcoming Student Radio Association’s (SRA) Amplify Awards.

Tue 28 March, 2023
University to inspire future sports journalists and pundits with free public masterclass

The University of Bedfordshire hopes to inspire the next generation of budding sports hacks by inviting the public along to experience a half-day journalism masterclass.

Fri 24 March, 2023
Student completes 24-hour cycle challenge for cancer charity

Third-year undergraduate student, Keely Smith, has raised over £500 for Cancer Research UK after completing a day-long, fixed bike cycle at the University of Bedfordshire.

Fri 17 March, 2023
Language alumnus awarded prestigious PhD dissertation prize

A recent graduate who completed a PhD with the University of Bedfordshire has won first prize in an esteemed language assessment industry award scheme with a prize of £4,000.

Wed 15 March, 2023
Universities to evaluate effectiveness of multi-agency child safeguarding reforms

A new research project being conducted by the University of Bedfordshire and King’s College London is now underway to assess the effectiveness of multi-agency safeguarding reforms and whether they reflect the needs of children, young people and their families.

Mon 13 March, 2023
Midwifery graduates awarded by NHS England for exceptional work

Two University of Bedfordshire alumni have been awarded the prestigious NHS Chief Midwife Officer’s Silver Award, presented to midwives for exceeding the expectations of their everyday role.

Fri 10 March, 2023
‘Aliens’ invade University campus

The University of Bedfordshire was recently the location for an exciting ‘alien invasion’, as students and alumni from various creative courses took part in a collaborative showcase event.

Wed 08 March, 2023
University celebrates inspirational academics on International Women’s Day

Today (8th March) marks International Women’s Day (IWD) and across the University of Bedfordshire, staff and students are joining in the global annual celebration to recognise the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world.

Wed 08 March, 2023
University and Council announce civic agreement to benefit Luton

Luton Council and the University of Bedfordshire signed an agreement on 7th March 2023, signalling a commitment to working together to support local goals for the transformation of the town and its people.