Why choose Bedfordshire?
We’re a melting pot of vibrant cultures, at the heart of diverse communities
Students from a mix of around 115 countries. Campus towns that bring the world to you through their shops, restaurants and cafes. Centrally placed campuses and accommodation.
96% of our students feel fellow students show respect for others (Ö±²¥ÍÑÒ data analysis, 2023).
We open up opportunities
- 99% of our home students come from state schools (Times Good University Guide, 2024)
- 57% of our students have parents who didn't attend universityÌý
- Half our students are from ethnically diverse backgrounds, under-represented in higher education
- We're one of only 22 UK universities to be awarded the National Network for the Education of Care Leavers (NNECL) quality mark
- We support young adults leaving care and living independent from family with financial support through bursaries
We care about our world and your future
- 3rd in the UK in the People & Planet University Green League (2023/24)
- Holder of Eco Campus Platinum award (2024)
- 5-star rating for environmental sustainability (The Times Higher UK University Rankings, 2024)
- Annual carbon emissions reduced by 700 tonnes (or 52 single-decker buses!)
- Internationally excellent, world-leading research with a focus on real-world problems (REF, 2021)
We prepare you for the world of work
Real-life projects - cutting-edge simulation technology - industry placements - professional networking - accredited courses – expert masterclasses – year in industry
- Dynamic partnerships with thousands of businesses, projects and initiatives - locally, nationally and internationally
- Hands-on vocational training at schools, colleges and hospitals across our region
- Over 1,000 of our Business School students worked on live knowledge-exchange projects 2022/2023 (Ö±²¥ÍÑÒÂ, 2023)
We invest in you
- £55 million invested in campus development over the past six years
- New STEM building with over 6,000 sq m of teaching space including industry-inspired labs
- Outstanding simulation suites for health and social care, teaching and business
- Industry-standard equipment and technology for engineering, arts and media, psychology and sports
- Up to £2,400 cash with our scholarships and bursaries
Have you heard?
We're 1st in the UK for graduate social enterprise start-ups still trading after three years; 3rd in the UK for all graduate start-ups (HESA, 2023)
Did you know?
Our accommodation is rated the most cost-effective in South East England (Student Crowd, 2024). Your rent includes high-speed wi-fi, all utility bills and contents insurance. It's also just a few steps away from the campus!
Like the idea of being close to London?
Our main campuses are a short hop from the capital with its jobs, sights and nightlife - Luton is just a 25-minute train ride away. We're ideally placed for transport links by road, rail or air. London Luton Airport is around 10 minutes by car from the Luton campus.