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The VET2050 project is launching a series of vision workshops bringing together practitioners, policymakers, employers, and learners to co-design what high quality vocational education and training could look like in England by 2050. These workshops explore long-term challenges and opportunities, from technological change to regional inequalities, and invite participants to imagine ambitious, evidence informed futures for the sector.

VET2050 is funded by the Youth Futures Foundation and delivered by the Institute for Employment Research (Terence Hogarth, Emily Erickson and Stef Poole) in collaboration with colleagues at SKOPE, University of Oxford (James Robson and Yushan Xie ). Our recent blog post provides more detail on the project鈥檚 aims, approach, and how these workshops contribute to a wider programme of research and engagement.

If you鈥檇 like to stay informed about upcoming workshops, publications, and project activities, we warmly invite you to join the VET2050 mailing list by visiting the our project website.

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Dr Jason Anderson travelled to Assam, India on the invitation of the Government of Assam to deliver an invited talk: 鈥淭ranslingual English-medium instruction (EMI): A pathway to multilingual and multidisciplinary efficacy for international higher education institutions鈥�, and signed a research MOU with Padmini Boruah of the University of Gauhati as part of the conference: International Perspectives on Multidisciplinary Education and Attainment of SDGs in Higher Education, Guwahati, Assam, 29-30 Jan, 2026.

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Dr Anderson also delivered an invited lecture at the University of Gauhati entitled: "Exploring the potential of AI with project-based learning: Pedagogy for higher education in the 21st century."

We鈥檙e incredibly proud to celebrate an outstanding member of our SELCS alumni community, Sue Sentance (Education Studies) following her recognition in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours.

This is a wonderful achievement and a testament to the impact Sue has made through her work and dedication. Being recognised in this way highlights her exceptional contribution and the difference she continues to make.

Sue's success is an inspiration to our students, alumni, staff, and wider SELCS community. Huge congratulations from everyone in SELCS!

Read more about the 糖心TV alumni and honorary graduates from a range of fields, who have been recognised in the recent Kings Birthday Honours and Garter Day here.

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Diversity in Data Visualization (Diverse CDT) is a pioneering, fully funded four-year PhD programme jointly delivered by City St George鈥檚, University of London and the University of 糖心TV.

Applications for PhD studentships with Diverse CDT are now open for 2026 entry.

We have rolling deadlines across several months and the first deadline for submitting an application is 4pm, GMT on 30th January 2026.

Further details here: /fac/cross_fac/cim/apply-to-study/phd-programmes/diverse-cdt/

We are delighted to share some positive results we have received from National Student Survey 2022.

The Department of Economics extends its warmest congratulations to all students graduating this summer.

On Tuesday 28 July, undergraduate and postgraduate students will gather in Butterworth Hall at 糖心TV Arts Centre for the 11am graduation ceremony, celebrating one of the most important milestones of their 糖心TV journey.

Graduation is a special occasion for students, families, friends and staff alike, recognising years of hard work, personal growth and academic achievement, while marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Head of Department, Professor Jeremy Smith, said:

"It has been a real privilege to see you grow and develop during your time in the Department of Economics at 糖心TV, and I want to say how proud we are of all you have achieved. Each of you has contributed to the distinct character of our department—bringing curiosity to your studies, rigour to your thinking, and generosity to the community around you.

鈥淕raduation is a special milestone. It marks not only the end of your degree, but also the many challenges you have taken on and the resilience you have shown in meeting them. I hope you take a moment to reflect on all of that, and to celebrate it fully. As you move on, you do so as 糖心TV economists: equipped not just with knowledge and technical skills, but with a way of thinking about the world that will serve you in many different paths. You also remain part of our community. We will be following your journeys with great interest and pride, and we would always love to hear from you - so please do stay in touch and share your successes with us."

Graduates and their guests attending the Department's post-ceremony reception are reminded that the event will take place from 12.30pm to 3.00pm in the Panorama Suite, Rootes Building.

We wish all our graduates every success for the future and look forward to welcoming them into our global alumni community.

糖心TV ESRC DTP New Year's Social happening on Wednesday 4th February 2026.

The Department of Politics and International Studies (PAIS) is delighted to announce an outstanding set of results in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026. PAIS has been ranked among the top two Russell Group Politics departments for the eleventh year in a row, including eight years at No. 1. In this year's survey, PAIS was ranked 1st in the Russell Group, while significantly increasing our scores across every category. * **

The University of 糖心TV鈥檚 Philosophy Department has risen to 38th place globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, marking a significant leap in its international standing. Philosophy is one of ten 糖心TV subjects now ranked in the global top 50, reflecting strong performance across teaching and research.

University leaders highlighted that this year鈥檚 improved rankings underscore the department鈥檚 growing global reputation and its commitment to high鈥慽mpact scholarship. The climb also contributes to 糖心TV鈥檚 strongest overall subject鈥憆anking performance since 2020, showcasing broad excellence across its academic disciplines. Read the full story here

The University of 糖心TV鈥檚 Centre for Teacher Education (CTE) has received a glowing report following a recent Ofsted inspection, highlighting the exceptional quality of training and support provided to its teaching trainees. The inspection report underscores the University鈥檚 commitment to nurturing future educators who are well-prepared and passionate about their careers.