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We're University of the Year for Employability

This recognition reflects a sustained, institution-wide commitment to embedding employability across the student experience - from curriculum design and industry engagement to tailored support that prepares students for successful futures.
nss 2026 top 10 in uk

7th for overall student positivity

National Student Survey 2026. 

Discover why students rank us highly

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This is our place, built around you.

Come and join the university that turns degrees into real jobs. With personalised support, hands-on learning and lots of industry links, you’ll discover a future full of possibilities. And as part of our welcoming and inclusive community, you’ll feel like you really belong here.

80% positive graduate destinations and lifetime support

Includes those in graduate-level jobs within 15 months of graduation. We offer graduate internships and access to our careers service for life.

Guaranteed professional practice

Access to placements, work experience and international opportunities on every degree course.

Employability embedded in every degree

Students become career-ready through hands-on experience, industry links and professional connections.

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Getting you career-ready

Discover opportunities to build real-world experience.

We offer placements in the UK and abroad, life-time support for after you graduate, and we find you flexible part-time roles designed to fit around your studies. Whether you're looking for a year in industry or need one-to-one coaching with landing your graduate role, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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I have been given so many opportunities that I would never get in my life, it really is a gateway of endless networking and connections.
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Upcoming events

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7 August

Webinar: International Studies Masters Programme

Hear from our expert academics about our International Studies Masters Programme available.

18 August

Online Postgraduate Open Event

Virtual Postgraduate Open Day for all campuses. You'll learn more about our courses, hear from academics and chat to our support services teams.

16 September

Taking Theory to Practice in Sport and Exercise Psychology

To celebrate 20 years of MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology, we're hosting: Taking Theory to Practice in Sport and Exercise Psychology.

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Outstanding Staffordshire students receive Chief Nursing Officer awards

Two University of Staffordshire nursing apprenticeship students have been recognised for going above and beyond at a surprise NHS awards ceremony

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Teaching Excellence Awards 2026 recognise outstanding University of Staffordshire educators

A pioneering lecturer and an exceptional teaching team at University of Staffordshire have received one of UK higher education's highest honours

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University of Staffordshire climbs 39 places in national student satisfaction survey

Postgraduate taught students have rated their University of Staffordshire experience higher than ever

University of the year

Academic Employability Awards 2026, Graduate Futures Institute

for overall student positivity

National Student Survey 2026

university in the UK

National Student Survey 2026

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021