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We’re the top university for working with business through Innovate UK’s Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, ranked 14th for international outlook in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 and ranked 12th in the UK In the Guardian University Guide 2026. We’re also in the top 100 universities worldwide for action on poverty, tackling inequalities, promoting responsible consumption, protecting marine environments and climate action in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025. And we’re in the UK top 10 for research power in five subjects according to Times Higher Education. University of Essex Alumni and Friends Our alumni are invited to join our University of Essex Alumni and Friends official group for professional networking opportunities.

Voted University of the Year in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025, the University of Suffolk takes the best traditions in higher education and aligns them with the modern world of employment and entrepreneurship; all while putting students at the heart. Located on Ipswich waterfront, with innovative facilities, highly rated teaching and excellent graduate prospects, the University embodies the principles of transformation, collaboration and choice. The University also has centres in Great Yarmouth and London, complementing the main campus in Ipswich. Students are encouraged to make their university experience their own. The majority of the University’s undergraduate courses operate on a pioneering ‘block and blend’ teaching method, allowing students to focus on one module at a time so they can study in a way that suits them. As part of its Civic University pledge, the University of Suffolk is a key contributor to its local communities; developing subject areas closely aligned to regional economic priorities as well as contributing to the overall economic growth of the county. The University has growing partnerships with Ipswich Town Football Club and the Ipswich-based Brighten the Corners music festival. Through establishing working relationships with charitable organisations, business and research bodies the University has a rich network to enhance its projects and is growing its reputation for world renowned academic expertise.

Norwich University of the Arts is a public university, specialising in art, design and media. It was founded in 1845 and is based in Norwich, United Kingdom.