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Success for sports scholars at the Commonwealth Games

More than 40 Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é sports scholars qualified to compete in the 2026 Commonwealth Games, and more than half of them came home with a medal.
Libby and Jaivani wearing graduation attire. They stand in front of an African Violet backdrop that has a Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é logo on.

Graduation: celebrating the achievements of Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é scholars

More than 40 Opportunity Scholars graduated in July following the completion of their undergraduate courses. They were the recipients of scholarships that have supported them throughout their time at Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é. Here we share some of the many success stories of Opportunity Scholars as they become part of our alumni community and leave Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é for their next chapter.
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Manufacturing Technology Centre supports Opportunity Scholars at Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) has been supporting Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é’s Opportunity Scholarship programme for over twelve years, helping talented students access higher education and encouraging progression into engineering and manufacturing careers. As part of this ongoing support, MTC recently welcomed three current Opportunity Scholars to its headquarters.
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Seaweed used as low-carbon material to make new London pavilion designed by students

A new pavilion designed by students at Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é has been constructed using timber and seaweed biomaterials, highlighting how the construction sector is moving towards Net Zero.

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New Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é lab can heat to 3,000°C and quenches to −150°C at extreme rates to test non-standard materials

A newly launched lab at Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é will see industry partners and researchers use new equipment only available in a handful of places across the world to test materials at extremes of temperatures and pressures.

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The Access Group: supporting student scholarships and nurturing talent

The Access Group – an organisation based on the Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é campus – has collaborated with the University to offer an incredible package of scholarship and career support to students who can benefit the most.
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How Kia UK is offering incredible opportunities to Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é students

From scholarships to structured internships, Kia UK’s partnership with Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é is helping students build confidence, gain real world experience, and step into meaningful early career roles. Kia UK is working closely with the University to support students and to grow early-talent pipelines.

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George Gandy Legacy Fund supports students to access 2025 World University Games

The George Gandy Legacy Fund was set up to support students on their athletics journey. It has supported them with athletics equipment, travel to competitions, entry fees, and medical treatments.

Chris Gill is shaking hands with the University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings

Largest philanthropic donation to Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é supports establishment of new Research Academy

Alum Chris Gill has given the largest philanthropic donation in Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é’s history to create a new Research Academy at the University.
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Lecture brings athletes, advocacy, and philanthropy together in memory of Dr Simon Marshall

The 2026 Simon Marshall Lecture brought the Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é community together on 19 January for an exploration of athlete advocacy and climate action, led by Olympic athletes and IAS Fellows Laura Baldwin and Etienne Stott, in memory of alum, Simon.