2023

Mon 06 March, 2023
University celebrates glowing Ofsted Apprenticeship inspection

The University of Bedfordshire is celebrating a glowing report following an Ofsted inspection of its apprenticeship programme.

Mon 27 February, 2023
Sarfraz Manzoor announced as University of Bedfordshire Chancellor

The University of Bedfordshire is pleased to announce that Sarfraz Manzoor – author, broadcaster and screenwriter– will be the University’s new Chancellor.

Fri 24 February, 2023
Bedfordshire alumnus shares journey to FIFA football role

A University of Bedfordshire alumnus has shared his inspirational story of working as a football analyst for the sport's governing body FIFA.

Wed 22 February, 2023
Bedfordshire celebrates award-winning Open Day

The University of Bedfordshire is celebrating after being crowned winners at this year’s Eventeer Awards by vFairs.

Tue 21 February, 2023
Local award recognises successful University alumnus

The annual Luton’s Best Awards have recognised a local solicitor and University of Bedfordshire alumnus with a coveted award, recognising their impactful career in the community.

Mon 13 February, 2023
New University ‘hub’ gives students 24/7 Cost of Living support

To help support students who may be struggling with the increased cost of food, energy and general living bills, the University of Bedfordshire has developed a digital Cost of Living Hub to help them easily find all the support they require at the tap of a button.

Thu 09 February, 2023
Local college students given hands-on TV and radio workshops

Students from Luton’s Barnfield College were invited to take part in a series of radio and TV ‘takeovers’ at the University of Bedfordshire, allowing them to produce programmes for their coursework assessments while gaining valuable industry-level experience.

Wed 08 February, 2023
Chris Packham CBE delivers inspirational University lecture on building a sustainable future

The University of Bedfordshire was excited to welcome renowned naturalist and broadcaster, Chris Packham CBE, who delivered an engaging, free public talk on the subject of sustainability, climate action and the environment, with the whole event featuring a green, no-waste policy in line with the institution’s Target Zero ambitions.

Mon 06 February, 2023
University’s apprenticeships provide invaluable ‘skills for life’

With the arrival of National Apprenticeship Week for 2023, the University of Bedfordshire is celebrating its array of exciting skills-based apprenticeship programmes, shining a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships can make to employees, businesses and the wider economy.

Wed 01 February, 2023
University hosts climate change summit for region’s youth

The University of Bedfordshire welcomed students and teachers from over a dozen local schools to a climate change summit this term in collaboration with the Science Learning Partnership.

Wed 18 January, 2023
University helps Bedfordshire’s first black policeman tell his inspiring story

Academics from the University of Bedfordshire are helping Bedfordshire’s first black male police officer tell his life story through a series of small books – with the book launching at the University’s Bedford campus this month.

Tue 03 January, 2023
Bedfordshire awarded Gold in Uswitch Green University Report

Following its success in the latest People & Planet league results, the University of Bedfordshire has been ranked as one of the top scoring eco-friendly universities in Uswitch’s 2022 study.