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University hosts sustainability event to inspire business leaders

Published on 13, October, 2025

"The University is here to support businesses with focused short courses on topics like calculating a carbon footprint and writing a carbon reduction plan"
World Mental Health Day: Steve has designs on a new future

Published on 10, October, 2025

"I have never felt that anything I have done was good enough, so to have my work recognised was amazing"
World Mental Health Day: Empowering trainee teachers to support pupil mental health

Published on 10, October, 2025

"I feel much more confident now recognising when other children might be struggling and need urgent support"
University launches French PGCE course with international partners

Published on 10, October, 2025

“This programme represents a significant step in our international teacher education partnership"
Building careers by overcoming barriers

Published on 8, October, 2025

“Over the last four years we have supported racially minoritised women students to develop their confidence and feelings of belonging in higher education research"
Journalism graduate named rising star by national award

Published on 8, October, 2025

“There's no doubt that I wouldn't be where I am if it weren't for the University of Sunderland"
Sunderland Music City brings new sound to World Anatomy Day 2025

Published on 7, October, 2025

“This event is so important to us, we love sharing our knowledge and getting everyone excited about anatomy"
Consultation launched as University of Sunderland embarks on visionary long-term strategy 

Published on 6, October, 2025

"This newly announced consultation exercise represents the next exciting chapter in Sunderland’s story – one of growth, transformation, and shared success"
Labour MP tours University of Sunderland’s healthcare facilities

Published on 3, October, 2025

"I was really pleased to see the whole team fulfilling their civic mission and the vital role they play in our city’s future"
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"
A Sunderland legacy in tune with the Music City

Published on 2, October, 2025

“I felt ecstatic, and I honestly didn’t believe it when discovered I’d won the Sir Tom Cowie Sunderland Award"
University partnership inspires doctors of the future

Published on 1, October, 2025

“This initiative is powerful step towards making medicine more inclusive"
University celebrates 20 years of international success

Published on 30, September, 2025

"Over the past 20 years, thousands of students in Singapore and elsewhere have benefited from the strong partnership between MDIS and the University of Sunderland"
Next generation of artists showcase talent at University’s annual Degree Shows

Published on 30, September, 2025

“This exhibition is a celebration of the conversations, challenges, risks, and discoveries that have shaped the students’ journeys here at the University"
How this Transatlantic event is enhancing space education in Sunderland

Published on 29, September, 2025

"Our unique partnership with Aldrin Family Foundation, and support from our generous funders, enables us to bring the excitement of space education to pupils across the north-east"
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"
Research collaboration explores impact of college governance in England

Published on 22, September, 2025

"We have found an impactful way to support institutional development, which ultimately, benefits students and communities"
Capital takes over Spark studios this Sunderland Freshers’ Week

Published on 19, September, 2025

“It was great to be able to welcome Capital onto campus to help kick start the new year"
Donation will help NSPCC listen to, support, and protect children

Published on 18, September, 2025

"It’s about giving children a voice and making sure they know they’re not alone"
Sunderland’s School of Pharmacy tops Guardian league table for second consecutive year

Published on 18, September, 2025

“It is a proud moment and a testament to the inspiring environment we strive to create every day"
Sunderland named most affordable city for students to rent in

Published on 18, September, 2025

“These latest reports have confirmed what we have known for some time, that Sunderland is one of the most affordable places in the UK to study"
Sunderland named among UK’s Top 30 universities in new Guide

Published on 13, September, 2025

"I pay tribute to the brilliant students and staff who contribute so much to the University of Sunderland community, making this such a great place to study and work"
New students set to ignite Sunderland's economy this Freshers’ Week

Published on 11, September, 2025

“It’s great to be welcoming the students again this year. The influx adds to the vibrancy of the area"
Meet the Sunderland graduate whose mental health journey inspired her to become a therapist

Published on 10, September, 2025

“I've always enjoyed helping people, and thought being a therapist would feel even more rewarding"
University to boost SMEs with Help to Grow: Management Course

Published on 4, September, 2025

“The course is proven to drive SME productivity improvements and unlock economic growth"
Sunderland legend Dave Stewart set to inspire musicians of the future with unique teaching module

Published on 28, August, 2025

“It’s a really unique module and gives students an insight into the different interpersonal skills needed to collaborate with someone"
Celebrating rugby in Sunderland ahead of the Women's World Cup

Published on 21, August, 2025

“This is a fantastic opportunity to support the city on a historic week as we prepare for the opening game of the Women’s Rugby World Cup"
Team Sunderland Rugby Union teams feature on BBC’s The One Show

Published on 20, August, 2025

“This was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our rugby programme and the best of the University of Sunderland"
Has the status of women’s sport changed for the better?

Published on 20, August, 2025

"Opportunity, practice, coaching and investment has resulted in a vastly improved standard of player and team"
Sunderland professor elected to Executive Board of MSC

Published on 20, August, 2025

“The future of medicine in the UK is bright and I’m looking forward to supporting MSC with the next level of expansion in undergraduate medical education"
University staff member helps unravel the French connection to Sunderland

Published on 20, August, 2025

"I think the city would be an entirely different place without football, it’s something that most people enjoy and are connected by"
National prize for Sunderland medical student

Published on 19, August, 2025

"On the day his presentation was brilliant and a proud moment for the north-east"
Academic to run Great North Run in memory of stepson after just five months’ training

Published on 18, August, 2025

“His laughter was infectious, and he brought so much joy and happiness to all those who met him"
More than Grandparents: taking support to the next level

Published on 18, August, 2025

“It is about raising the aspirations of our young people, coming into University opens their eyes to what their future could hold"
University of Sunderland named among best in UK in new Daily Mail University Guide 2026

Published on 14, August, 2025

“These achievements are testament to the dedication of colleagues and the resilience of our students"
A Guide to Clearing 2025 at the University of Sunderland

Published on 11, August, 2025

Be prepared, get focused and look forward to an exciting new chapter as University life gets underway
Excitement builds at major LEGO event

Published on 11, August, 2025

The event included building competitions, creative mosaic making rounds, minifigure hunts and a dedicated building area
Tribute to children’s author and Sunderland alumus Allan Ahlberg, who has died aged 87

Published on 8, August, 2025

Ahlberg studied teaching at the Sunderland Teachers Training College, which in 1969 became part of Sunderland Polytechnic, now the University of Sunderland
£1 million funding boost for University’s skills partnership programme

Published on 31, July, 2025

“We are delighted that this will enable the University and its partners to continue to support employers to invest in the skills of their workforce”
UNEE respond to the exclusion of Northern universities from Global Talent Fund

Published on 31, July, 2025

Universities for North East England (UNEE) is a unified voice of higher education in the north-east, involving Durham, Newcastle, Northumbria, Sunderland and Teesside Universities