Why choose University of Staffordshire?

Time and the world do not stand still. At University of Staffordshire, neither do we.

For over 100 years, we’ve driven industrial, technological and social change. Today, our next-level teaching, outstanding research, world-class industry partners, and hands-on learning are designed to prepare you to be the change. Choose us and we will encourage you to seek out new experiences, push boundaries, challenge, lead, and innovate. By the time you graduate, you will be ready to succeed in whatever your future holds.

Next level teaching

Our courses are designed with input from leading industry partners to reflect and incorporate real-world practice. You benefit from our multi-million pound professional-standard facilities, specialist equipment and guaranteed work experience.

Something for everyone

Staffordshire has it all. City or country life, shopping or sports, adventure or heritage. On campus, you will enjoy relaxed student spaces, eateries and venues with your first-year accommodation guaranteed.

Investing in your future

With student loans for tuition fees and living costs, there are few upfront costs for university. You may be eligible for additional financial support and will reap the rewards for life.

Our reputation

University of Staffordshire is an award-winning university with a long, proud heritage as a catalyst for change and innovation. The first university in the UK to offer degrees in computing, games and esports, we are now a leading university for digital technologies.

Our world-leading research tackles the world’s biggest challenges – from healthcare and human rights to poverty and justice for all. Our teaching, research, business and community engagement are all underpinned by the same desire to improve the quality of people’s lives locally, nationally and globally. And when it comes to your learning, it is all about you.

  • Top 10 for Career Prospects (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023)
  • Rated Silver for Teaching Excellence (Teaching Excellence Framework, 2023)
  • Top 20 for Facilities (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023)
  • Top 10 for Social Inclusion (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023)
  • 87% of Research Impact is 'Outstanding' or 'Very Considerable' (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
  • 68% of Research is 'Internationally Excellent' or 'World Leading' (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
  • **** Qs Star Ratings (2021)

Teaching excellence

Everything about our teaching is designed to prepare you for your future career. Our curriculum is developed in collaboration with business and industry. Courses, many professionally accredited, are regularly reviewed to ensure they respond to changing employer needs. Our lecturers bring academic excellence, outstanding research and extensive industry experience to the classroom. State-of-the-art campus facilities and ground-breaking simulation technology are supported by guaranteed work experience, volunteering and the chance to work on real-world projects.

Your success matters to us: you will learn to solve problems, think critically, generate ideas and make a positive difference whatever you choose to do.

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Meet some of our academic team

Professor Elizabeth Boath

Professor

I am Liz Boath, Professor of Health and Wellbeing. I have three decades experience of Health and Social Care education and research and expertise in perinatal mental health and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT).

Elizabeth's profile

Dean Northfield

Senior Lecturer

Dean worked for West Yorkshire Police as a VIPER Officer (2 Years) then an Imaging Officer (6 years). He progressed to Senior Imaging Officer, before finishing his time at West Yorkshire Police in the Forensic Multimedia Unit

Dean's profile

Torfeh Sadat-Shafai

Emeritus Professor

Torfeh's expertise lies in plastic electronics, Photovoltaics, Experimental Physics, Electronic Material; Thin Films Technology and Optoelectronics. Torfeh is also course leader for Advanced Technology MSc

Torfeh's profile

Professor Catherine Flick

Professor

Catherine is a technology ethicist with research interests in video games, online safety and child protection, and emerging technologies such as cryptocurrencies, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and social media.

Catherine's profile

Dr Claire Gwinnett

Professor

I am a Professor in Forensic and Environmental Science. I specialise in forensic fibres analysis, mircoplastics and plastic pollution, hair analysis, paint analysis and glass analysis.

Claire's profile

 

Guaranteed work experience

Our goal is to get you job ready on graduation. We know that graduates with relevant work experience are more likely to get the job they want. That is why all full-time undergraduate students can take advantage of placement opportunities, here in the UK or abroad.

We also have a dedicated recruitment agency, Unitemps, which matches students with businesses offering part- and full-time jobs, internships and placements. 

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It's important, especially when you are applying for jobs. It's quite a fierce competition so you've got to have something that will put you over the edge. 

Eleri Turner

Business Management Graduate

Student life

At University of Staffordshire, we welcome people from diverse cultures, backgrounds and all corners of the globe.Your happiness, health and wellbeing are just as important to us as your education and employability. Whether you live on or off campus, you will find a community where you can be you.

During your time here, you have access to the full range of academic and personal support services, including dedicated teams for disability support, careers and international students.

The Students’ Union runs over 100 different clubs and societies and oversees student networks focused on disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, women, international students, and more. 

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Student support

Our student services team offers a wide range of resources to help guide you through your academic journey. No matter your concern, we're here for every student throughout the whole year.
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Life beyond lectures

From sport and student-led societies, to volunteering opportunities and student politics - our campus is the perfect place to develop your passions outside of classes.
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Global experiences

Looking to take your student experience global? We have a range of connections all over the world, giving you the opportunity to study, work or volunteer abroad.

 

Campus transformations

Continued campus investment ensures you study in environments that best support your knowledge and skills development. The £30m Science Centre and £43m Catalyst building at our main campus in Stoke-on-Trent are at the forefront of innovation in science, digital and learning. There are creative studios, crime scene facilities, mock courtrooms, computer rooms, 3D printing bureau, esports hub, a smart zone, and VR, AR and Mixed Reality Lab. Stafford is home to our £5.8m Centre for Health Innovation. Here, one of the world’s largest ‘simmersive’ suites lets you practise clinical skills, experiencing what real healthcare feels like in a safe environment.

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The Catalyst

The Catalyst provides a platform for you to make a difference through your career, and make the connections that could prove invaluable when you graduate. What’s more, we are inviting industry into the Catalyst, as well as giving you access to outbound and inbound digital conferencing facilities that will provide you with the unique opportunity to build networks with employers and industry professionals around the globe as part of your studies. 

Discover the Catalyst
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Centre for Health Innovation

This £5.8m centre gives students the chance to immerse themselves in the latest medical techniques and methods, developing new patient safety techniques through cutting edge digital simulation and immersion suites.

Explore the Centre for Health Innovation
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Woodlands Day Nursery and Forest School

Alongside offering 100 full day-care places for children of staff and students, our nursery and forest school features an observational learning suite where teaching can be observed, facilitating applied learning for trainee teachers, social workers, Special Educational Needs Coordinators, and students at the University. 

Read more about Woodlands

Next steps

 

View our courses

Including foundation year, part-time and accelerated study options.

How to apply

We can offer support on how to apply via UCAS or directly, and help with writing your personal statement.

Book an Open Day

The best way to get an idea of what it's like on campus is to pay us a visit.
for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

Top 5 for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2025

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

Research Excellence Framework 2021

for Facilities

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

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

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Four Star Rating

QS Star Ratings 2021