Regional News
Resonate Late event explores migration, heritage and representation through South Asian stories in Coventry
An evening of talks and discussion brought together University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ academics, exhibition curator and artist Hardish Virk, and members of the public at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry on Tuesday 5 May 2026, as part of the Resonate Festival.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ among leading Russell Group universities for apprenticeship success
Figures released through the Government’s service show that ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ ranks among the top-performing Russell Group institutions for achievement rates in Higher and Degree Apprenticeships (Levels 6 and 7) during the 2024/25 academic year.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ marks 10 years of Writing Wrongs programme supporting local young people
The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ marked the tenth anniversary of its Writing Wrongs programme with a special event, bringing together young people, alumni and current ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ students to celebrate a decade of creativity, confidence and opportunity.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ brings School Tasking regional final to Kenilworth Castle
The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ welcomed primary school pupils to the West regional final of its School Tasking programme at Kenilworth Castle on Wednesday 29 April.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ brings together industry and innovation at Tech Fest 2026
The event was delivered as part of CreaTech Frontiers, an AHRC (UKRI)-funded programme supporting innovation across the West Midlands’ creative industries.
Why do women think they’re not funny? New ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ research challenges the gender gap in comedy confidence.
A new community project from the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is challenging the persistent stereotype that women aren’t funny by inviting local women to try stand-up comedy for the first time.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ CreaTech cluster showcases regional innovation and unveils landmark sector report
The event highlighted ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ CreaTech’s role as an industry-led innovation network, harnessing breakthrough research and talent to solve real-world challenges.
New £50m innovation fund backs growth in the West Midlands
The Local Innovation Partnerships Fund is a ‘triple-helix’ model where academic, business and civic leaders work together to deliver projects to accelerate regional economic growth, scale up high-potential innovation clusters, and bridge the gap between research and commercialisation. In the West Midlands, three projects are expected to benefit from the initial £50m of government funding in line with the region’s Growth Plan.
Poetry in motion: University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ commemorates 60th Anniversary with new legacy poetry trail
The power of poetry meets scientific research, as the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ announces the unveiling of a new Poetry Trail to coincide with World Poetry Day (21 March).
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ brings STEM to life for British Science Week
This year’s British Science Week at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Manufacturing Group (WMG) engaged over 2,300 children from more than 40 schools across Coventry and the surrounding region with hands-on STEM workshops, campus visits, and interactive activities.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ and Aston Villa Football Club forge bold new global partnership
Two of the region’s most iconic institutions – the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ and Aston Villa Football Club – have today announced a landmark partnership that will unite world-class education, elite sport, and cutting-edge research.
PowerHouseGames scores an ‘eleven out of ten’ on its latest visit to ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ
The 96th PowerHouseGames brought energy, teamwork and fully inclusive sport to the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ, with 68 participants from Cardinal Newman, Arnold Lodge, and Avon Park, coming together for a day built around one simple motto: nobody left on the bench.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ welcomes 250 creatives for Future Works III
The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ opened its doors to 250 creative and cultural professionals for Future Works III, Coventry’s annual gathering for the city’s creative community.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ brings interactive science and experiments to Coventry’s young people
On Thursday 19 February, young people from across Coventry had the opportunity to explore science, technology, and digital innovation when the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ hosted ‘Science Night!’ at Cheylesmore Community Centre.
Village volunteers take centre stage in new ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ research project
A major new national study led by the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is set to uncover the true economic and wellbeing impact of the thousands of volunteers who bring theatre, music, dance, and comedy to village halls and rural communities across England.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ climbs to record high in European rankings
The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ has moved up five places in the latest QS World University Rankings: Europe 2026 to a record high position of 17th.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ to welcome thousands of student athletes for Midlands university finals
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is to co-host the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Conference Finals across the 2025–26 and 2026–27 seasons.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ wins new funding to catalyse devolved cultural policy making
The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) has announced the results of the 2026 : an ambitious intervention to reorientate place-based cultural policymaking in a new context of and the .
Patient recruitment begins for major real-world digital weight management study
A new University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ study evaluating W8Buddy, a digital specialist weight management service, has started patient recruitment, potentially offering a solution to improve access to obesity care across the NHS.
University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€™s University Explorers programme Highly Commended at national awards
Looked-after children from Coventry, ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµshire, and Solihull are discovering university life through the University Explorers programme at the University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ, which was Highly Commended at the national for its outstanding work introducing young people to higher education.