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University of Bedfordshire’s annual Creative Industries Degree Show
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Free university art and design exhibition open to public in Luton

May 20, 2026 Music and arts desk 0

Lutonians are being invited to explore everything from short films and photography to fashion and immersive design as the University of Bedfordshire’s annual Creative Industries Degree Show opens to the public this week. The exhibition, […]

An artist's impression of how the Community Diagnostic Centre will look at the Luton campus of the University of Bedfordshire
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Work starts on £25m diagnostic centre for Luton patients

May 9, 2026 Newsdesk 0

A major new £25 million healthcare facility aimed at improving access to scans and tests for thousands of patients in Luton and south Bedfordshire has officially moved a step closer. A groundbreaking ceremony has been […]

RadioLAB won seven awards at the Student Radio Association’s Amplify Awards.
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Radio LaB wins seven national awards after standout year for students

April 22, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Radio LaB wins seven national awards after standout year for students

A student-run radio station in Luton is celebrating a major national success after picking up seven awards at this year’s Student Radio Association Amplify Awards. Radio LaB, based at the University of Bedfordshire, took home […]

A radio desk
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University station shortlisted for 11 national student radio awards

March 26, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on University station shortlisted for 11 national student radio awards

A student-run radio station based in Luton has been shortlisted for 11 national awards, highlighting what organisers say is the creativity and dedication of its volunteer team. Radio LaB, the community station run by students […]

One of the integrated digital community Project PlacePods at the University of Bedfordshire
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New ‘PlacePod’ hub launches in Luton to bring digital services closer to residents

February 27, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on New ‘PlacePod’ hub launches in Luton to bring digital services closer to residents

A new high-tech digital hub designed to help people access essential services has opened at the University of Bedfordshire’s Luton campus. The facility, known as PlacePod, is a self-contained immersive space that combines video collaboration, […]

The University of Bedfordshire, Luton campus
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University of Bedfordshire ranked among top universities in Europe

February 23, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on University of Bedfordshire ranked among top universities in Europe

The University of Bedfordshire has been named one of the top 500 universities in Europe in the latest QS Europe University Rankings, marking another milestone for the Luton-based institution. The rankings place the university 449th […]

An artist's impression of how the the MRI facility will look in the Community Diagnostic Centre at the Luton campus of the University of Bedfordshire
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New £25m scan centre at university site in Luton to cut NHS waits and reduce hospital trips

February 16, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on New £25m scan centre at university site in Luton to cut NHS waits and reduce hospital trips

Patients in Luton are set to gain faster access to scans and tests after plans were confirmed for a new £25m Community Diagnostic Centre on the University of Bedfordshire’s Luton campus. Work on the facility […]

Professor Deborah Johnston MBE
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New vice chancellor appointed to lead University of Bedfordshire

January 29, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on New vice chancellor appointed to lead University of Bedfordshire

The University of Bedfordshire has announced the appointment of a new vice chancellor, with senior academic leader Professor Deborah Johnston MBE set to take up the role later this year. She will become vice chancellor […]

Brenda Edwards
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University hands honorary degree to singer and TV star as graduations celebrate class of 2026

January 23, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on University hands honorary degree to singer and TV star as graduations celebrate class of 2026

The University of Bedfordshire has marked its January graduation ceremonies in Luton by honouring a number of high-profile and locally connected figures, as hundreds of students celebrated the formal end of their studies at St […]

Book cover designs by Karin Kerotova
Books

Uni graduate secures top publishing mentorship and Penguin Books recognition

December 5, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off on Uni graduate secures top publishing mentorship and Penguin Books recognition

A graduate from the University of Bedfordshire is celebrating after landing a coveted place on a publishing mentorship scheme – and has been named Creative of the Month by popular publisher Penguin Books. During the […]

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