Enterprise

Enterprise that fuels progress. Businesses that ignite change.

A launchpad for what's next

In an era of constant change, being able to identify new opportunities, think critically and creatively, be bold and communicate effectively to bring ideas to life is indispensable.

Enterprise is central to what we do - it’s embedded into every course we deliver. We know that the right skills, funding, business support and environment must be in place to take an idea from incubation and testing to scale-up and growth.

Our Enterprise Zone (UEZ) provides opportunities and outstanding spaces for a thriving community of start-ups, fast-growing businesses and graduate entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to fruition and fuel progress.

Shaping integrated healthcare

We are driving innovation in health and social care education, workforce development and technology to create a system that prioritises prevention, community-based care, and digital transformation.

Shaping integrated healthcare

Harnessing creativity and technology

We’re harnessing creativity and technology to power economic growth, working in partnership with industry and the public sector to develop the skills, talent, and innovation needed for the future economy.

Answering challenges

Enriching culture, place and community

We collaborate with national policymakers, local authorities, educators, and industry to improve public spaces, infrastructure, and communities.

Creating a better place to be

Securing a green, resilient future

We are tackling global challenges by promoting social justice, empowering communities and protecting the environment. Through collaboration, we’re helping make Britain a Clean Energy Superpower.

Safeguarding our planet

University Enterprise Zone

Opportunities and outstanding spaces for a thriving community of start-ups, fast-growth businesses, graduate entrepreneurs and cooperative research in the high-tech, robotics, digital and health-tech sectors.

University Enterprise Zone

RISE: Enterprise

Our support covers all areas of entrepreneurship and development. You can read about our enterprise partners and initiatives by exploring our Innovation case studies.

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Collaboration boosts creativity

Inspired by us, dozens of companies, freelancers and cultural organisations have reaped the benefits of collaborative working methods, attracting multi-million pound investments in the process.

Young woman with pink hair working on a painting while sitting in a wheelchair.

Creative ecologies

We are proud to be part of the South West Creative Technology Network and involved in coming up with creative, sustainable solutions to today’s problems.

Graduating students throwing caps in the air.

Social mobility

University students from working-class backgrounds stand a better chance of accessing academic and job opportunities, after research exposed the inequities holding them back.

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Wearable technology

Our collaboration with some of the world’s leading musicians is combining artificial intelligence and human motion for a unique take on musical gloves as wearable technology.

University strategy 2030

Our ambitious 2030 strategy is focused on transforming futures. From powering the future workforce and helping local economies thrive, to shaping the health and sustainability of our communities and creating solutions to solve global challenges.

Strategy 2030