Stoke-on-Trent campus

We have invested more than £80m in facilities at our Stoke-on-Trent campus in recent years, though our presence in the city dates back well over a century.

Featuring a wide range of learning, living and leisure environments, you will be greeted by a large and lively, welcoming and diverse community.  

Centrally located

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Learning environments

Outstanding facilities

The specialist cross-discipline facilities and flexible study spaces have been designed to build a bridge between classroom practice and real-world application. Take our £11m Cadman Studios, or 12 new simulation suites, where you can experience work-related scenarios in a custody suite, prison cell, courtroom, crime scene, hospital ward, office, shop or bedsit. Many of these facilities are open to students on different courses. Fashion students can 3D print a bag and sports therapists can virtually explore the human body.

Smart Zone

A bustling centre of invention, innovation and creation with two floors of dedicated workshop and collaboration spaces for engineering and creative students. Read more

The Smart Zone fuses state-of-the-art fabrication spaces with augmented and blended reality facilities, allowing you to bring your ideas to life using the latest digital and immersive technologies. Find out more about our Smart Zone.

3D Printing Bureau

Book in jobs, pay for prints, collect work and get technical support using our collection of 3D printers. Read more

Available Printers include Mojo, Up Box, Markforged Onyx One, Formlab 3, and Stratasys J55. Print in various materials - resin, metal, carbon fibre and clay! Find out more about our Print Bureau and our 3D printing facilities

 

 

Camera equipment

Throughout your studies, you will have access to the very best cameras, both top end digital and film. Read more

You'll have access to industry leading 4K film camera equipment and be trained on the latest camera stabilisation technology, such as the DJI Ronin, Steadicam, jibs, tracks and dollies.

VR, AR and Mixed Reality Lab

The VR, AR and Mixed Reality Lab is equipped with a number of HTC Vive Virtual Reality headsets and a dedicated development area to create, develop and test VR solutions.  Read more

VR and AR solutions can also be used in conjunction with the Motion Capture Studio to create mixed or hyper-reality experiences for a variety of industries and applications. Our VR, AR and Mixed Reality Labs can be used to create a range of experiences, including training, gaming, palliative care support and shopping experiences. Find out more about our Immersive Technology facilities. 

Motion Capture Studio

Realistically capture multiple human movements simultaneously for the creation of high-quality games, animation and VFX sequences. Our industry standard facility features a 24-camera rig, Vicon hardware and Cara facial performance capture headset. Read more

The Motion Capture Stage is located in the Cadman Building, working alongside The Smart Zone. This facility hosts sessions that show students how to set up and prepare shoots at a high industry level. The sessions provided give in-depth information that covers each stage, from preparation to exporting data for use within a project.

Our MoCap Studio is used by students from a wide range of subjects, including Film and Media, Games Design, Animation, Drama, Sports Therapy and CGI and Visual Effects. 

Find out more about our Motion Capture Stage.

Esports Hub

A customised Esports lab for showcase and learning with top of the range industry standard, featuring tournament level hardware and software. Read more

Find out more about our Esports Hub.

Study spaces

Our exciting approach to learning combines the pioneering use of digital technologies with flexible study and collaborative spaces. The Catalyst features bookable rooms with full presenting equipment, webinar pods, large tables for group projects, computers and an entire floor dedicated for silent study. Our friendly and professional support staff, including specialist technicians, librarians and academic skills team are on hand to help with any queries. You can use the libraries and computers at any time of day or night.

Level 2 Learning Market and Learning Lab Study Space

On level 2 of The Catalyst, you’ll find webinar pods, desks for group work and independent study and comfy seating.

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Eat & drink

With two shops and a choice of bars, cafés and restaurants, you can indulge in anything from artisan sandwiches and Mexican burritos to craft coffee to healthy smoothies. True to our inclusive and considerate spirit, we offer discounts on a range of our selected food and drink.

 

Catalyst Kitchen

Serving artisan sandwiches, salads, smoothies and shakes, as well as our craft coffee and traditional favourites.

Squeezebox

Healthy smoothies, hearty oatcakes and the best coffee around can be found in Squeezebox on College Road campus. 

Pavilion Burrito and Wrap Bar

Pavilion Burrito and Wrap bar is a Mexican style restaurant that offers a Breakfast and Lunch menus throughout the week.

Cafe Cadman

A contemporary “lounge style” café located in the entrance to the library serving Costa coffee; with a range of fantastic impulse cakes and home baked snacks.

Catalyst Bistro

The Bistro offers a dining experience with an option to book tables or the space for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

Coffee Lab

Coffee Lab offers a full Costa Coffee range of hot and cold drinks as well as sandwiches, toasties, pies, and paninis.

Ember Lounge

Café and bar at the heart of the College Road site, serving up burgers, karaoke and quizzes.

Catalyst Coffee Shop

Serving fresh craft coffee, hot and cold sandwiches and paninis plus cold beverages and retail items, conveniently located near to the Catalyst Library.


Life beyond lectures

Students' Union

We offer a vast range of sports and creative clubs, religious, cultural and academic societies, catering both to special and general interests. Plus, if you can’t see something you like, you can create something new!

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Sport

Located on our Leek Road Campus, the Sir Stanley Matthews Sports Centre has got all level of sports enthusiasts covered. Facilities include a large indoor sports hall with courts and climbing wall, state-of-the-art gym, and outdoor pitches of both grass and astroturf. 

Student events

The Students’ Union organises a wide range of events and activities – from graduation dinners to summer cafés and sports days. For music, nightlife and a variety of club nights, look no further than LRV

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The local area

Staffordshire has something for everyone. On your doorstep, find beautiful green spaces at Trentham Gardens, bustling shopping centres, restaurants and a thriving nightlife. Nearby, enjoy the world’s best rollercoasters at Alton Towers or breath-taking views of Staffordshire Peak District. 

Explore Staffordshire

 

Alton Towers

Unleash the Power of The Towers and share massive giggles, mega-thrills and major glee with your friends and family at Britain's Greatest Escape! Read more

Find out more: https://www.altontowers.com/

Trentham Estate

Make a day of exploring the stunning Italian gardens and spoil yourself with shopping and dining at bistros at the Trentham Estate. Read more

Explore the stunning Italian gardens and shop at the timber lodge outlets and boutiques. Find out more: https://trentham.co.uk/

The Slamwich Club

Serving slammin' grilled sandwiches and sides, alongside a fully licensed bar and the finest tunes to chomp your sarnie to, it's easy to see why The Slamwich Club is so highly rated on TripAdvisor.  Read more

Find out more: https://www.theslamwichclub.com/

Peak District

Walk, cycle, and wander around the renowned National Park. We're honoured to have such breathtaking views and stunning sights so near to us. Read more

Find out more: https://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/home

A great place to live

Stoke-on-Trent is one of the top 10 most affordable cities for student accommodation (StudentCrowd 2023/2024). We have hundreds of rooms on campus, providing a safe, secure and supportive environment (read more about campus safety and security).

The Stoke campus is home to our Students’ Union which is dedicated to ensuring you have the best possible experience. As well as more than 100 different clubs and societies, it runs the Greenpad letting agency which is a free service to help students secure good quality, affordable accommodation. 

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Coming in 2025/2026

Our brand new sustainable and vibrant Student Village and Village Hub, nestled in University of Staffordshire's nature reserve. Be among the first to live in our modern, stylish accommodation, with plenty of room options to suit your needs. But that's not all. The village will offer a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, where you can relax in the parkland, socialise on the rooftop terrace, and study in breakout spaces.

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for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023

Top 5 for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

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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

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