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University of Sunderland appoints new Pro Vice-Chancellor (Faculty of Business and Technology)

Published on 2, October, 2025

“I’m excited to get started and to work with colleagues across the Faculty and University to build something bold, distinctive, and impactful"
University joins forces with local academy to develop its flagship digital T Level

Published on 23, September, 2025

“This will serve to increase our offer to our students, widening participation and success within our community in this growing industry"
Billions in investment and thousands of jobs with UK and US tech partnership

Published on 17, September, 2025

"Today’s announcement of an AI Growth Zone places the north-east at the forefront of the next technology revolution"
University hosts hackathon to tackle real-world sustainability challenges

Published on 16, July, 2025

"This event is a great example of how we can bring sustainability, digital innovation, and student leadership together"
A winning result for the University of Sunderland in the 2025 National Student Survey

Published on 10, July, 2025

"We are passionate about helping to positively and meaningfully shape students’ lives for the future"
Graduations 2025: Meet the graduate hoping to revolutionise the creation of prosthetic limbs

Published on 8, July, 2025

"It would be especially helpful for children who grow so fast and need frequent replacements"
Graduations 2025: Thousands of students get ready to celebrate

Published on 7, July, 2025

The University’s first ever Primary and SEND Education with QTS students will also graduate
Students innovate as they evaluate essays written by AI

Published on 16, June, 2025

"We strive to ensure our students are equipped with the skills and experience needed to enter the ever-developing workplace"
University and Aldrin Family Foundation recognised for inspiring children

Published on 9, June, 2025

“Our evaluation results demonstrate the impact of the partnership and its effect on shaping future aspirations"
University pays tribute to friend and colleague Professor Peter Smith

Published on 30, May, 2025

Computer scientist and local education hero Professor Peter Smith has died aged 68
Student innovators create prototypes to bring business ideas to life

Published on 29, May, 2025

"The companies always express how much they have enjoyed working with our students and how it has sparked further ideas for innovation within their organisations"
Apprenticeship re-developed with employers to help plug the digital skills gap

Published on 27, February, 2025

"Some of the skills that we have been learning I’ve been able to practically deploy them in my own work"
AI will both replace and create jobs claims Sunderland expert

Published on 25, February, 2025

"AI will help push us forward in our development as a society and as a people, no doubt about it"
What 2024 had in store for the University of Sunderland

Published on 18, December, 2024

Check out what the University's students, staff and researchers have been up to over the past 12 months
Graduations 2024: Thousands of students celebrate at Stadium of Light

Published on 25, November, 2024

Honories include ITV Drama 'Grace' star Laura Elphinstone and musician Don Airey
Lecturers inspire a new generation of computer scientists - here's how

Published on 16, October, 2024

“For many, it was their first time experiencing anything like it"
How graduate Florian Hildebrand went from Sunderland to global CEO

Published on 14, October, 2024

“I was last here over ten years ago and now I’m back where it all began"
How experts shared research to change the world through technology

Published on 3, September, 2024

"Conferences like ICAC provide a unique platform for experts, scholars, and students to share ideas, collaborate on innovative solutions"
How Sunderland is Clearing the way for a life-changing career

Published on 16, August, 2024

“I am so thankful I had this route into university because Sunderland was where I needed to be”
International Q&A: Junior Developer and graduate Shawn on tech, the University and the future

Published on 7, August, 2024

"I have learned to be more independent and simultaneously learned to not be afraid to ask for help"
How this academic dean is speaking at an international computing congress

Published on 22, July, 2024

Professor Murray's keynote lecture is titled "The Effect of Tech Savviness on the Design and Interaction of AI Systems: An Exploration of Trust"
How graduate turned data science expert is taking Dubai by storm

Published on 19, July, 2024

“Studying at the University has been pivotal in laying the foundation of knowledge and skills in computer science"
Booming positivity: National Student Survey reveals praise for University of Sunderland

Published on 10, July, 2024

“We look forward to continuing to make the student experience the best it can be"
Graduations 2024: How this graduate went from Sunderland to a finance giant

Published on 10, July, 2024

“It just doesn't feel real. After spending so much time in school, I will finally be done"
Celebrating life-changing generosity

Published on 20, June, 2024

The University's first Donor and Volunteer Appreciation Event welcomed individuals and institutions who give sponsorship, their time, expertise and guidance to our students.
Can AI hit the right notes with music industry?

Published on 19, June, 2024

"We shared many valuable insights into how AI can influence music production, consumption, and the ethics of music and AI"
How students showcased their tech innovations after working with north-east organisations

Published on 17, June, 2024

“It’s a proud moment for every student”
Sunderland psychologist to feature in Danny Dyer’s Channel 4 series

Published on 10, April, 2024

I'm hoping this documentary gets the geezers talking
Hackathon solves problems faced by police through technology

Published on 4, April, 2024

This is the first time this has been done with a local university with an employer such as the police and these are skills that will help students become employable
Hackathon solves problems faced by police through technology

Published on 4, April, 2024

This is the first time this has been done with a local university with an employer such as the police and these are skills that will help students become employable
Sunderland story to set sail centre stage on BBC Radio 4

Published on 27, March, 2024

Jay has done Sunderland proud with his script and storytelling
Collaborate and innovate

Published on 14, March, 2024

The University of Sunderland is helping north-east businesses to innovate and grow with a unique collaborative partnership
Purple plaque for trailblazing graduate

Published on 13, March, 2024

"Our dreams aren’t just dreams; they are blueprints of a future we build together"
National Apprenticeship Week 2024: Following in dad’s engineering footsteps

Published on 7, February, 2024

My dad is very proud that I decided to go against the grain
University's new cutting-edge tech

Published on 17, January, 2024

Including a 3D printing Centre of Excellence, Cyber Zone and Games and Collaborations suites