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University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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Launch of ‘Muses Mind Machine’, a new Centre of Excellence

The interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence ‘Muses Mind Machine’, has now officially been launched.
A archive view of Winnats Pass in Castleton

Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.
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ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Black Humanities Series - New Events

Introducing two upcoming events that are part of the new ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Black Humanities Series in collaboration with the Centre for Poetry and Poetics.
Dr. Fay Hield

Dr Fay Hield from the University’s Department of Music has been awarded Future Leaders Fellowship by UKRI.

University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ researcher recognised as leader of innovation.
Off the Shelf

Off the Shelf literary festival returns to ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ for its 30th edition with celebration of city’s poetry

Off the Shelf, one of the most well known and loved literary festivals in the UK, celebrates its 30th edition in 2021.
A little girl wearing a VR headset at the Pop-Up University

Pop-Up University returns to bring University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ research to the public

A free festival at which some of the latest pioneering research from the worlds of healthcare, science, technology and art will be presented to the public for the first time is set to be held in ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ this month (18-19 September 2021)
Kelham Island

North ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ communities share memories and stories of local heritage at new exhibition

Memories and stories from the diverse communities in Netherthorpe, Upperthorpe, Kelham Island and Neepsend will celebrate ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ heritage in a new exhibition.
Professor Neil Bermel

University of ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ languages professor honoured for contribution to Czech-UK relations

The School of Languages and Cultures (SLC) is delighted to announce that Professor Neil Bermel has received a prestigious award for his contribution to the development of Czech-British relations.