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Emma Tilley

Change in the law could help families of missing persons

An expert on missing persons and unidentified human remains is hoping her research can help bring about a change in the law.

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University of Staffordshire unveils new brand identity

Staffordshire University is thrilled to announce that, from today, it will officially be known as ‘University of Staffordshire.’

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KEF4 finds University highly engaged with skills and start-ups

Staffordshire University is in the top 20 per cent of universities which are very highly engaged with CPD and graduate start-ups.

The Research, Innovation and Impact Services team can provide information about all aspects of research at the University.

in the UK for Quality Education

Sustainable Development Goal 4, Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024

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