Research

Every January, UWE Bristol hosts a week of interactive workshops, industry talks, seminars, expert panels and bootcamps for creative students, known as Professional Practice Week (PPW). Organised by the Careers and Enterprise Development Team, the events enable students to enrich their portfolios, develop skills, connect with professionals and explore career pathways. This year was no … Continue reading "A standout year for Professional Practice Week in 2026"

For this RISE Blog Tom Morgan, one of the founders and CEO of Supersmith to talks about the company, and the journey so far. Supersmith has been supported by UWE Bristol’s Bristol Robotics Lab (BRL) and Future Space, from concept to being moments away from launch How we are changing the way the world thinks about mobility … Continue reading "Enterprise that fuels progress: Engineering a new mindset around access with Tom Morgan and Supersmith."

Written by Georgia Bate and Alicia Hallatt from the Civic and Inclusivity team Student Volunteering Week at UWE Bristol saw 100s of students getting involved and discovering just how varied and meaningful volunteering can be. Held every February across the UK and led by the Student Volunteering Network, the week celebrates student volunteering and inspires … Continue reading "From Tree Planting to First Aid: How UWE Bristol Students Made Their Mark During Student Volunteering Week"

By Amelia Taylor As a Senior Lecturer at UWE Bristol, Dom McLernon needed a postgraduate degree for both professional credibility and to clear pathways in his current role at UWE Bristol. Before achieving his Professional Development Award MSc in 2025, Dom had already undertaken some postgraduate study, but not enough to achieve a full MSc … Continue reading "Turning experience into a Master’s degree"

By Professor Kieran McCartan The continued publication of the Jeffrey Epstein files highlights the complexity and impact of sexual abuse and exploitation. The files reinforce the need for an individual and collective understanding, to respond to, and prevent, child sexual abuse and exploitation. The challenge is the nature and extent of the abuse conveyed in … Continue reading "Unpacking the Epstein files: What lessons can be learned for the prevention of child sexual exploitation and abuse"

By Boudewijn Devanicus   Just before Christmas, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published its 2026–30 budget allocations, outlining significant changes to how it plans, manages and deploys funding, described by UKRI as the most substantial shift since its creation. Last week’s open letter from UKRI Chief Executive Ian Chapman adds helpful clarity, particularly around curiosity-driven research and alignment with national priorities.  For UWE Bristol researchers, these changes affect … Continue reading "What’s changing at UKRI – and what it means for UWE Bristol"

In this blog, Nic Crowley, Head of Centre for Apprenticeships at UWE Bristol, reflects on the stories, successes and evolving purpose of apprenticeships at a time when skills, opportunity and innovation matter more than ever. As we approach National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2026, I find myself reflecting on the extraordinary impact apprenticeships continue to have on people, businesses and … Continue reading "Skills that empower: Looking ahead to National Apprenticeship Week 2026"