What is Knowledge Exchange?

Knowledge Exchange is the two-way flow of innovation or best practice, often involving an exchange of ideas and experience.

UWE prides itself on excellence in knowledge exchange and the development of professional practice. At UWE this is characterised by a vast range of research, teaching, business expertise and advice to individuals and organisations in the local, national and international community.

We focus on:

  • user-led, innovative research and consultancy
  • effective and long-lasting relationships with businesses, public services and communities.
  • teaching and learning for employability
  • continuing professional development for lifelong learning

Services for organisations include:

Resourcing and recruitment

Problem solving and innovation

Training and development

Conference and event hosting

Get involved

We aim to listen to what employers tell us so that our courses, research and continuing professional development are up to date and relevant.

You can:

  • help shape our degrees and short courses.
  • give a guest lecture to share your experience and knowledge.
  • join events and seminars to meet staff and other forward-thinking organisations.

To find out more, get in touch with us. Telephone +44 (0)117 32 82808 or e-mail rbi@uwe.ac.uk for an informal discussion.

UWE - making knowledge work

 Knowledge transfer

Knowledge West
One of our flagship knowledge exchange projects is Knowledge West - a National Centre of Excellence for Knowledge Exchange. This project is led by UWE, in collaboration with the Universities of Bristol, Bath, Bath Spa, Gloucestershire, the Royal Agricultural College and Business West.