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We're University of the Year for Employability

This recognition reflects a sustained, institution-wide commitment to embedding employability across the student experience - from curriculum design and industry engagement to tailored support that prepares students for successful futures.
nss 2026 top 10 in uk

7th for overall student positivity

National Student Survey 2026. 

Discover why students rank us highly

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This is our place, built around you.

Come and join the university that turns degrees into real jobs. With personalised support, hands-on learning and lots of industry links, you’ll discover a future full of possibilities. And as part of our welcoming and inclusive community, you’ll feel like you really belong here.

80% positive graduate destinations and lifetime support

Includes those in graduate-level jobs within 15 months of graduation. We offer graduate internships and access to our careers service for life.

Guaranteed professional practice

Access to placements, work experience and international opportunities on every degree course.

Employability embedded in every degree

Students become career-ready through hands-on experience, industry links and professional connections.

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Getting you career-ready

Discover opportunities to build real-world experience.

We offer placements in the UK and abroad, life-time support for after you graduate, and we find you flexible part-time roles designed to fit around your studies. Whether you're looking for a year in industry or need one-to-one coaching with landing your graduate role, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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I have been given so many opportunities that I would never get in my life, it really is a gateway of endless networking and connections.
Rico Lee

Esports student

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7 August

Webinar: International Studies Masters Programme

Hear from our expert academics about our International Studies Masters Programme available.

16 September

Taking Theory to Practice in Sport and Exercise Psychology

To celebrate 20 years of MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology, we're hosting: Taking Theory to Practice in Sport and Exercise Psychology.

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FS 2026 web

University racing team celebrates Formula Student triumph

University of Staffordshire's racing team has finished fourth overall at the UK's biggest student motorsport competition

Hayden and Chelsea web

Forensic field school inspires friendships and future careers

A hands-on overseas research trip has helped two forensic graduates prepare for careers beyond the classroom

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Second chance inspires graduate's counselling career

A graduate who rebuilt his life after overcoming alcohol dependency is preparing to support others as a qualified counsellor

University of the year

Academic Employability Awards 2026, Graduate Futures Institute

for overall student positivity

National Student Survey 2026

university in the UK

National Student Survey 2026

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021