2024

Fri 10 May, 2024
University celebrates students on International Nurses Day

This Sunday (12 May) marks International Nurses Day, a celebration of the incredible work carried out by nurses across the world and an opportunity to demonstrate the difference that they make to lives every day.

Tue 07 May, 2024
University students join BBC broadcasting team for Radio 1’s Big Weekend

Three lucky students from the University of Bedfordshire have been selected to work with the BBC on their broadcast coverage of the 2024 Radio 1 Big Weekend Luton and the iconic Luton Carnival.

Wed 01 May, 2024
University raises awareness of apprenticeships with Muslim business community

The Luton Muslim business community was recently invited to an apprenticeships event at the University of Bedfordshire, as part of the University’s commitment to developing a culture of learning and fostering skill development in the local area.

Mon 29 April, 2024
Creative student work to be displayed to the public

Work created by students at the University of Bedfordshire will go on display to the public with the annual end-of-year Creative Arts Degree Shows.

Fri 26 April, 2024
Students chosen to contribute to Bedford Blues media team

Two students from the University of Bedfordshire were recently chosen to contribute to Bedford Blues Rugby Club’s media coverage, as part of the Official Education Partnership between the University and the Club.

Tue 23 April, 2024
Conference to tackle inequalities in integrated care

The University of Bedfordshire has joined forces with the Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes Integrated Care System (BLMK ICS) to host an annual conference ‘Tackling inequalities in integrated care through research and innovation’.

Mon 22 April, 2024
University initiative to encourage local students into health & social care careers

Local schoolchildren were recently encouraged to think about a career in health and social care, with a number of outreach events hosted by the University of Bedfordshire.

Mon 15 April, 2024
New campaign highlights the success stories of first-generation university students

The success of students from the University of Bedfordshire who were the first in their families to attend university is being highlighted in a new national campaign led by Universities UK.

Thu 11 April, 2024
New report tackles health inequalities in the Roma community

Translation services, better communication and an understanding of how to access health and care services could break down barriers and improve the health of Roma people, according to a report by the Luton Roma Trust and the University of Bedfordshire.

Mon 08 April, 2024
University support available to help local businesses foster innovation

Grants of up to £20,000 are available from the University of Bedfordshire to local businesses as part of a new programme launched by West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) to deliver business support, growth and innovation in the region.

Fri 05 April, 2024
University nominated for six student radio awards

The University of Bedfordshire’s community radio station, Radio LaB, is celebrating after being shortlisted for six prizes at the Student Radio Association’s Amplify Awards 2024.

Mon 25 March, 2024
Sarfraz Manzoor to deliver inaugural lecture

It will be 50 years to the day, from when Sarfraz Manzoor arrived in Luton’s Bury Park from Pakistan to when he steps up to give his first lecture at the University of Bedfordshire, an institution he was appointed Chancellor of last summer.