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22 August 2025

A decade of Future Space: How UWE Bristol’s enterprise zone is powering innovation and economic growth

Tracey John, Director of Research and External Engagement, reflects on the impact of Future Space and its role as a launchpad for cutting-edge companies shaping the future of how we live and work. 

Media Relations Team

20 August 2025

Nigerian higher education leaders explore new routes to university-industry collaboration at UWE Bristol-led event supported through HEIF

An event brought together through UWE Bristol’s Centre for African Social and Economic Transformation (CASET) discussed innovative approaches to improving graduate employability in Nigeria.

Media Relations Team

19 August 2025

UWE Bristol becomes first UK university to join the Conscious Advertising Network

UWE Bristol has become the UK’s first higher education institution to join the Conscious Advertising Network, which promotes responsible advertising and marketing practices. 

31 July 2025

Sculpture representing unity installed at UWE Bristol after alum donation

A large sculpture symbolising unity and interconnectedness has been donated to UWE Bristol by one of its alum. 

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30 July 2025

Bristol Pride director awarded honorary degree

Daryn Carter MBE, director of Bristol Pride, has been awarded an honorary degree by UWE Bristol in recognition of his service to the LGBTQ+ community in Bristol.

Media Relations Team

29 July 2025

Graduation for ‘tireless’ student committed to improving healthcare for deaf people

A paramedic science student who single handedly brought British Sign Language and deaf awareness training to hundreds of his fellow students has graduated.

Media Relations Team

29 July 2025

School of Arts students win prestigious awards

A group of students from UWE Bristol’s School of Arts are celebrating after winning top industry prizes.

Media Relations Team

28 July 2025

Student wins bronze medal at World Aquatics Championships on her graduation day

UWE Bristol sports rehabilitation student Izzy Thorpe made waves at the World Aquatics Championships winning a bronze medal in artistic swimming on the same day she was meant to be crossing the stage at her university graduation ceremony. 

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22 July 2025

Angellica Bell receives honorary doctorate from UWE Bristol

Angellica Bell, a prominent figure on British television and radio, has been awarded an honorary degree by UWE Bristol. 

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21 July 2025

Fortnight of celebrations begin at UWE Bristol's Graduation ceremonies

The university will celebrate nearly 6,000 graduates at ceremonies running over the next two weeks (21-31 July) at the Bristol Beacon.

Media Relations Team

17 July 2025

Want social change? A deeper understanding could be key, study suggests

New study suggests a deeper understanding of social change could help close the gap between challenges and actions, especially on issues like climate change.

Media Relations Team

16 July 2025

Vast majority of rural councils have no targets for social housing, study finds

New research reveals a serious shortfall in rural social housing, with only 20 per cent of local authorities setting targets to deliver it.