2021

Wed 08 September, 2021
Student stars in Shaybo & Jorja Smith music video

A Media Performance student at the ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has starred in the official music video for a new song from rapper Shaybo and Brit Award-winning singer Jorja Smith.

Tue 07 September, 2021
Art students get creative for local charity

Two ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ students have been busy painting a snakes and ladders themed patio and getting to grips with a brand new climbing wall at the Barnardo’s centre in Houghton Regis.

Fri 03 September, 2021
Photography graduate contributes to emotional Covid-19 exhibition

A former ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ student has had five photographs included in a stunning Luton exhibition commemorating those lost during the Covid-19 pandemic and celebrating key-workers who supported the region through tough times.

Wed 01 September, 2021
University opens pop up Clearing Advice Centre in Luton Mall

The ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has opened a pop up shop in Luton Mall, offering advice on available courses and how to apply, for those considering higher education.

Wed 01 September, 2021
University expert uncovers forensic clues for bestselling whodunit author

A ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ academic has been lending a helping hand to crime writer and honorary degree holder Adam Croft, by providing forensic expertise for his latest trilogy of gripping novels.

Tue 31 August, 2021
̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ to improve care for patients at risk of prescription medication dependence

Researchers at the ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ are leading an eighteen-month study that aims to improve patient care for people prescribed medication with a risk of dependence.

Mon 23 August, 2021
Octopus TV returns to ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ to open industry door for students

The ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has once again hosted award-winning Kung Fu Panda film director, John Stevenson, as part of a new strategic relationship between Octopus TV and the School of Media & Performance.

Mon 23 August, 2021
Public consultation launched to help shape the region’s future

The ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has welcomed the Government’s new consultation initiative – Creating a vision for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc – that will promote economic and sustainable growth across five mid-England counties.

Thu 19 August, 2021
Clearing 2021: The uncertainty of the pandemic inspired me to retrain

A first year student with a background in dramatic arts has explained how Clearing at the ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ helped her find a change of direction in life, just when she needed it.

Thu 19 August, 2021
All ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ students to benefit from Bursary or Scholarship

All full-time UK students applying to the ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ are guaranteed to receive up to £2,400 in cash when they study an undergraduate degree.

Wed 18 August, 2021
Clearing 2021: A chance to retrain my skills for the RAF

A first year ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ student has explained how Clearing has allowed him to retrain and plan to return to the Royal Air Force (RAF) in a new role.

Tue 17 August, 2021
Top tips for packing for Uni

Ahead of the new academic year, the ̨ÍåÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has pulled together some top tips for what prospective and returning students should pack for their new halls and student accommodation.