Research and External Engagement (REE)

We are a bold, connected and impact-driven service, uniting students, apprentices, researchers, alumni, businesses and community partners to drive UWE Bristol’s ambitions in employability, research, innovation, and skills.

At our core, we create a dynamic ecosystem where collaboration sparks ideas, research drives real-world change, and partnerships open doors to new possibilities.

Through cutting-edge research, immersive learning and strategic alliances, we empower individuals to shape the future.

Our ‘one service’ approach puts students, apprentices, academics, and external partners at the heart of everything we do. We operate with a service-first mindset and a commercial edge—delivering clear, accessible products through a digital-first experience.

With a laser focus on impact, we embed transparency and measurable success into every step we take.

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Our structure

Research and External Engagement is organised by three main pillars:

Business and Community
Research
Skills

with four cross-cutting teams:

Business and Alumni Partnerships
Bidding, Income and Development
Civic and Inclusivity
Operations - Engagement and Enabling

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Research and External Engagement (REE) blog

Keep up-to-date with news about our innovative research, Business Services, Degree Apprenticeships, Professional Development, Graduate Talent and Recruitment.

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Dementia Action Week, 19-25 May HUG®, a sensory device co-designed during the Arts and Humanities Research Council-funded LAUGH project at Cardiff Metropolitan University, is transforming care for people living with dementia. HUG is a large cuddly sensory doll that people living with dementia find comforting and soothing to embrace. HUG has long arms, a simulated … Continue reading "Assistive technologies HUG by LAUGH® and Milbotix SmartSocks® announce a Care Collaboration to improve quality of life for people living with dementia."

Assistive technologies HUG by LAUGH® and Milbotix SmartSocks® announce a Care Collaboration to improve quality of life for people living with dementia.
At UWE Bristol, we believe that a truly inclusive learning and working environment benefits everyone. In today’s diverse workforce, recognising and supporting neurodivergent individuals is not just a matter of inclusivity – it’s a strategic advantage. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where neurodivergent individuals can thrive academically and professionally. By understanding and … Continue reading "Empowering Neurodivergent Talent: Apprenticeship Inclusion"

Empowering Neurodivergent Talent: Apprenticeship Inclusion
Guest blog by Amy Adams & Kieran McCartan. Sibling sexual behaviour and abuse (SSB-A) is an emerging research area in the field of preventing and responding to harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) in children and young people (CYP). Over the last five years the authors have been involved in several research projects (including the first government … Continue reading "The Sibling Sexual Behaviour & Abuse (SSB-A) Practice Outcomes Framework for services and organisations supporting and responding to sibling sexual behaviour and abuse."

The Sibling Sexual Behaviour & Abuse (SSB-A) Practice Outcomes Framework for services and organisations supporting and responding to sibling sexual behaviour and abuse.
Are you aged 21 or over and considering a career in Health and Social Care? UWE Bristol is hosting a dedicated Insight Event for mature learners to help you take the next step in your education or career. Taking place on Tuesday 22 July 2025, from 10am to 1pm at our Glenside Campus, this event is designed to support adults who are thinking … Continue reading "Explore a career in Health and Social Care – an insight event for mature learners at UWE Bristol"

Explore a career in Health and Social Care – an insight event for mature learners at UWE Bristol
The incredible Project Zulu Choir returns to the region in May for their biennial tour. Project Zulu is a suite of educational development projects run by UWE Bristol to promote lifelong learning opportunities across township schools in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The Project involves a choir of 20 children aged 11 to 14, from two of … Continue reading "Project Zulu Choir returns to Bristol for the biennial tour – book your tickets"

Project Zulu Choir returns to Bristol for the biennial tour – book your tickets
UWE Bristol is proud to highlight the achievements of Dr. Jack Lowe, based in the Digital Cultures Research Centre, who recently completed the prestigious ARC Accelerate programme. Jack spent six months transforming his innovative ideas into a scalable venture, with the support of this AHRC/ESRC-funded initiative. About ARC Accelerate ARC Accelerate is a 6-month accelerator … Continue reading "UWE Bristol Researcher Makes Strides in ARC Accelerate Programme"

UWE Bristol Researcher Makes Strides in ARC Accelerate Programme
The final session of this year’s Reel Nature: Environmental Film Club will take place on Wednesday 7 May, from 17:00 to 19:00, in Room 2D007, D Block, UWE Frenchay Campus. The event will feature a screening of One Last Farm, a short documentary by UWE alumna Nikki Dodd, followed by a Q&A with the director. … Continue reading "Inside Bristol’s Last Farm – A Film Screening and Discussion"

Inside Bristol’s Last Farm – A Film Screening and Discussion
Residents of St Pauls and the wider Bristol community are warmly invited to the Green and Healthy Futures Fair on Monday 19 May 2025, taking place from 1:00pm to 8:00pm at St Pauls Learning Centre, 94 Grosvenor Road, BS2 8XJ. Organised by UWE Bristol’s Inspire Sustainability Team in collaboration with Bridging Histories, this free event … Continue reading "Green and Healthy Futures Fair: Building Skills, Careers, and Community in Bristol"

Green and Healthy Futures Fair: Building Skills, Careers, and Community in Bristol