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Documentary by UWE Bristol graduate airs on national television | UWE Bristol Hannah Tyson, a UWE Bristol MA Filmmaking graduate, is celebrating the broadcast of her documentary ‘Jazzy’s MMA Dream’, which has aired on CBBC.

A documentary by a graduate from the university airs on national television on CBBC.

The ‘My Life’ documentary follows the journey of Hannah’s 15-year-old niece Jazzy Tyson. The film follows Jazz as she trains to represent Team England at the IMMAFs, the biggest MMA competition in the world.

New funding for researchers to develop trustworthy clinical AI for assessing brain activity | UWE Bristol Researchers have received funding from UK Research and Innovation to help bring their innovative brain-monitoring AI technology closer to real-world use.

New funding for researchers to develop trustworthy clinical AI for assessing brain activity.

Electroencephalography is a non-invasive method for recording brain activity and is a vital tool for diagnosing and monitoring neurological conditions such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, and brain injuries

Young people struggling with their studies at school are much more likely to have negative experiences on their smartphones.

Dr Benjamin Knight & Dr Paul Redford worked closely in collaboration with six secondary schools on this unique study for the university.

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UWE Bristol to help protect threatened forest in Madagascar in £800k project | UWE Bristol UWE Bristol is a partner in a groundbreaking project awarded almost £800,000 in funding to protect one of Madagascar’s most precious and threatened forests.

The University is a partner in a ground-breaking project awarded almost £800,000 in funding to protect one of Madagascar’s most precious and threatened forests.

The initiative will run for five years and will involve working closely with communities living in TAPA.

UWE Bristol appoints new Dean for Students | UWE Bristol

We're pleased to announce that Prof. Emmanuel Adukwu has been appointed Dean for Students, focusing on student experience and outcomes for Global Majority students.

Invest to unlock economic growth in the West of England: The Brunel Centre research gives new insights into region’s economy | UWE Bristol

A new report highlights how targeted investment in education, R&D, and infrastructure could unlock productivity across the West of England. Led by The University, Futures West & University of Bath.

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We are delighted to have climbed 11 places in @thetimes.com Good University Guide, ranking us among the top 10 modern universities in the UK! 💫

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Our new study shows that a Sex Worker Liaison Officer can rebuild trust between sex workers and police, provide trauma-informed support, and improve safety and justice for vulnerable groups.

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We’ve Risen. We're up 26 places in the The Guardian University Guide, a powerful recognition of our ambition, momentum and the impact we create.

We don’t ask what if? We ask why not? And then we make it happen.

#RISEwithUs

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Our researchers are leading a project on Dragons of Afterlands, an AR board game co-created with young people to support those experiencing emotionally based school avoidance. Backed by @innovateuk.bsky.social , it aims to boost wellbeing & re-engagement with learning.

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YouTube video by ProjectZulu 2025 Tour Video

Project Zulu is a UWE Bristol initiative with schools in KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦

This summer the Choir toured the UK, sharing song and culture while raising funds for solar power, digital classrooms and vital upgrades back home, creating lasting impact for their communities.

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UWE Bristol wildlife filmmaker wins 2025 Student Academy Award | UWE Bristol

Huge congratulations to MA Wildlife Filmmaking graduate, Tatiana McCabe, who has won a 2025 Student Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) for her documentary which follows a local hero protecting coastal wildlife in Uruguay 🏆

50 students from MA Fine Art, Graphic Arts & Multi-Disciplinary Printmaking will showcase their graduate work this September.

📍 Spike Island, Bristol
🕛 Public exhibition: 5–10 Sept, 12:00–17:00 (free entry)

Come and celebrate the next generation of artists, designers & printmakers with us 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨

A new study led by Dr. Miles Thompson (@mvdct.bsky.social) suggests a deeper understanding of social change could help close the gap between challenges and actions, especially on issues like climate change.

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The most incredible two weeks of #UWEGraduation 🎓🎉 Best of luck to you all 🤩

Paramedic graduate Daniel Hunt has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.

His work as a student to promote the training of British Sign Language to emergency responders is now a permanent part of the Universities Paramedic course.

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Student wins bronze medal at World Aquatics Championships on her graduation day | UWE Bristol Student Izzy Thorpe won a bronze medal in artistic swimming on the same day she was meant to be crossing the stage at her university graduation ceremony.

Huge congratulations to Sports Rehabilitation student Izzy Thorpe who won a bronze medal in artistic swimming at the World Aquatics Championships! 👏🥉

Tearing up at this week's #UWEGraduation 🥹 Congratulations to all of our amazing graduates! 🎓

Huge congratulations to those that were awarded Honorary Degrees during hashtag #UWEGraduation this week.

Individuals "who have made a significant impact on the lives of others both in Bristol and beyond and those who act as a source of inspiration for our students.” 👏

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Want social change? A deeper understanding could be key, study suggests | UWE Bristol New study suggests a deeper understanding of social change could help close the gap between challenges and actions, especially on issues like climate change.

A recent study led by Dr. Miles Thompson published in the Journal of Community Psychology, highlights how a deeper understanding of social change can help bridge the gap between global challenges and real-world action—especially in tackling climate change.

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Proud to launch the Visible Difference Support Hub, a free & research-backed site from our Centre for Appearance Research (CAR).

It offers practical, tested tools to support people with visible differences and their families, from bullying to self-confidence and more.

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The final round of Immersive Arts funding is now open! UK-based artists can apply for £5k, £20k or £50k to develop work with immersive tech. Open until Mon 29 Sep 2025.

This is the last open call—apply now. immersivearts.uk/funding/

Wound dressings developed with support from UWE Bristol to be launched by global firm | UWE Bristol Technology that scientists helped develop to aid the healing of chronic wounds will be used in new ‘smart dressings’ being launched by global company.

Scientists at the University helped develop a nitric oxide-releasing wound dressing to speed healing.

Now, global firm Convatec will launch it as ConvaNiox, targeting diabetic foot ulcers, after gaining regulatory approval.

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Researcher awarded funding to develop digital health platform that connects people to local services | UWE Bristol An academic has received funding to develop an online platform that connects people to local community organisations offering health and social care support.

An academic at the University has secured funding to create an online platform linking people with local health and social care services.

This builds on Dr Berrou’s earlier CHERIE project, which delivered health education and screenings in deprived Bristol areas.

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UWE Bristol named training provider of the year for closing engineering skills gap | UWE Bristol

Proud to have been named Training Provider Skills Champion of the Year at the Enginuity Skills Awards.

The award recognises organisations with an outstanding commitment to learning and skills development that supports sustainable engineering and manufacturing growth.

Bristol’s trailblazing community-led climate action to expand across the West of England | UWE Bristol

We’re proud to be the evaluation and policy partner in a £1.75m project expanding community-led climate and nature action across the West of England.

Led by @scicommsuwe.bsky.social, we’re exploring how community voices can influence climate policy for greater impact.

UWE Bristol and Avon and Somerset Police renew partnership to advance police education | UWE Bristol UWE Bristol and Avon and Somerset Police have signed a 10-year agreement, extending their successful partnership to deliver police education and training.

The University and Avon and Somerset Police have signed a new 10-year agreement, extending their successful partnership to deliver high-quality, forward-thinking police education and training.

Since 2019, the collaboration has welcomed more than 1,200 student officers onto a variety of programmes

We are proud to support Bristol Pride as sustainability partner for 2025 🌈

Bristol Pride launches this Saturday 28th June, and for the next 2 weeks hosts a range of events celebrating the LGBT+ community, ending with the Parade Day Festival on Saturday July 12th.

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Development of innovative Devon food processing centre to tackle food waste gets UWE Bristol support | UWE Bristol

The University is backing a new food processing centre in Devon to revolutionise food waste management and aid farmers.

It will boost food security with a replicable supply model and offer hands-on training in food production and job skills for those facing employment barriers. More ⬇️

Gestural musical gloves developed at UWE Bristol to feature at prestigious science exhibition | UWE Bristol

Gesture-controlled, AI-powered music tech, MiMU Gloves, developed by our researchers, are heading to the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition this July.

Originally created with Imogen Heap, the gloves are now breaking new ground in accessible music, thanks to our collaboration with Drake Music.