News & Events

There is always something happening around the University and our latest news is a great way to find out what's going on.

You can discover even more via our Media Centre, on Social Media and in our Events section.

University News

Sports students set to study at iconic Commonwealth Games venue

We are investing £5 million to fit out the Alexander Stadium to serve as a world class home for our sports and exercise-related courses.

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Award-winner Beverley Knight gets honorary doctorate from BCU

Beverley Knight MBE joined Sir Lenny Henry on stage to receive an honorary doctorate from BCU at an awards ceremony at Symphony Hall.

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University announces new Vice-Chancellor

Professor David Mba has been appointed as our new Vice-Chancellor, pledging to put the student experience at the centre of ambitious plans for 2030 and beyond.

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Events

Events Calendar

See what we've got lined up, including our theatrical and musical performances.

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City Talks

City Talks is our FREE public lecture series, featuring high profile speakers like Gok Wan.

Our talks

Media Services

Press team

We tell the media about what is happening at the University, providing a multi-service facility for journalists, including traditional press releases, audio soundbites, video footage and a news feed via Twitter.

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The Conversation

Read our latest articles at an independent source of news analysis and informed comment written by academic experts, working with professional journalists who help share their knowledge with the world.

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