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  1. Collaboration and the social dimension at the heart of innovation

    …eing taught at many universities throughout the UK, including my own: firstly, the curriculum had barely changed in 30 years and, secondly, our students were effectively ‘on their own’ in terms of employment, especially when they graduated. As a result, students – particularly underrepresented students – were struggling to find work in the screen industries. I knew in that moment, that I had to do something, but I also knew I could not do anything…

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    Dr Eddie McCaffrey
  2. Alliance universities are fulfilling a civic role within their communities

    University Alliance institutions are supporting their local communities through encouraging volunteering, bolstering social enterprises and designing projects to help local people. Our universities’ deep roots in their communities, stemming from partnerships with local organisations, businesses and charities, mean that we are established as a significant source of support within the region. Through volunteering initiatives, social enterprise supp…

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  3. High tech facilities at Alliance universities are helping to power the NHS

    …e they enter healthcare employment is crucial to ensuring that they are fully equipped for working in the NHS post graduation. Our members offer incredible facilities in this area; from patient simulation mannequins, Skills Simulation Centres, online Virtual Case Creators and wards, to world-class laboratories, medical equipment and, on the patient care side, pioneering technology that aids the NHS through partnership work. Find out more about All…

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  4. Creative arts subjects vital for supporting UK innovation and economy

    …iversity of South Wales, and HBO and Netflix has helped to train up future film makers, whilst being given the opportunity to work on film sets at some of the highest grossing production companies in the world. https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/30/jobs-at-hbo-and-netflix-with-university-of-south-wales/ In order to help support long-term economic growth, productivity and job creation, Birmingham City University’s STEAMhouse encourages co-workin…

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  5. Alliance universities play key role in regeneration and investment in local communities

    Alliance universities have a deep roots in their local communities, stretching back hundreds of years, with strong links to local industry, businesses and cultural institutions. Their anchor status in the local region provides opportunities not just for those attending the universities, but for the cities and towns in which they are situated. It’s an important part of our members’ ethos to build and support our local areas to be vibrant, exciting…

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  6. UA institutions play important role in action against climate change

    …ww.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/30/tackling-global-e-waste-with-network-2-supply-and-coventry-university/ https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/26/teesside-universitys-net-zero-industry-innovation-centre/ https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/31/multi-million-dollar-backing-for-clean-energy-breakthrough/ https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/06/08/chips-board-kingston-university/ https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/29/the-institute-for-international-d…

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  7. Sexual consent education at Oxford Brookes University

    …sent. Advice, support and reporting systems within the University, regionally and nationally are highlighted. The modules are not mandatory; however, data will be collected to ascertain how students engage with the modules. For those who complete all modules there is a short feedback questionnaire capturing student experiences, and identifying future educational opportunities. Student participation is vital and we are keen to develop a trauma-info…

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  8. DTA Summer School 2021 – coming together to explore interdisciplinarity

    …sessions by using directories of each other’s contact details. We especially enjoyed the DTA Connections 2021 initiative. This encouraged Laura to get in contact with fellow NTU DTA researchers and organise a pizza dinner – check out the photo and read more about the competition here. We had an amazing time and we’re already planning more meetups and even trips! UA Expert Zand provided the perfect conclusion to the four days of Summer School with…

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  9. 2021 at University Alliance: the year in review

    …to University Alliance. We also said thanks and goodbye to Professor Julie Lydon, Vice-Chancellor at the University of South Wales. Autumn/winter again: Autumn was a season of ‘hellos’. Dr. Ben Calvert began his tenure as Vice-Chancellor at USW. We also welcomed three new members of staff: Katharine D’Souza, Research and Data Analyst, Asma Shahzad, Programme Administrator and Annie Bell, Head of Communications and External Affairs. I was delighted…

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  10. Partnerships with employers: how Alliance institutions are readying graduates for the job market

    …to ensure our graduates leave with skills that allow them to step seamlessly into working life. As part of the UA Powering Jobs mini campaign, we’re demonstrating how our industry and employer partnerships equip Alliance students for their careers, and to navigate the ever-changing job market. https://www.unialliance.ac.uk/2021/03/26/jet2-jobs-at-leeds-beckett/ These partnerships produce graduates that have the skills and knowledge to achieve and…

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