“We’re ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place.

Where desire meets determination.
We stand for ambition, with our diverse community of staff and students committed to making a difference at regional, national and global level. It’s something we’re very proud of.

Our strategy
Our education and research, and the talents of our staff and students, will support social, economic, cultural, intellectual and public life in ways that will make us one of the leading civic universities.

Our academic divisions
Our six academic divisions have great freedom in how they work, enabling them to make decisions that best meet the needs of their students

Our impact
Our staff and students make a significant contribution within our local communities through volunteering, research and public service, while our international links enhance their experience through contact with different countries, cultures and experiences “