Citizenship in Communities - promoting volunteering and Politics
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
This project seeks to mainstream volunteering and active citizenship within a modular framework that meets student expectations whilst also enhancing the University’s established reputation as a key institution in local and regional civil society
Prestige publication gives University experts a hotline to politi
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
The government might have changed but Britain is still confronted a raft of problems over its cultural and political identity – problems that could eventually undermine the existence of the UK. And there is every prospect that the Coalition will stick to the same views as its Labour predecessors
Move over St George: Huddersfield researchers call for a new patr
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
Each year a large number of English people celebrate St George's Day. But though there is a greater recognition of St George's Day and a preparedness to celebrate, uncertainty persists as to how the day should be appropriately marked
New book explains the paramilitary prisoners’ push for peace in N
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
“…we interviewed some 150 former paramilitaries who had served often lengthy jail terms...”
The book was launched at a special event at Queen's University, Belfast, on Thursday 1 July 2010. Former paramilitaries from both sides of the political divide were among those in attendance.
Politics students in lively debate with leading Labour MP
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
Leading Labour MP, Jon Cruddas, came to Huddersfield to meet with politics students
Politics students in the Big Apple
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
Politics students from the University of Huddersfield took part in the exchange programme with New York State University during 2010
Politics Students promote Local Democracy
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
Politics students from the University of Huddersfield together with Kirklees Youth Councillors co-organised the annual Local Democracy Week event in 2010
Understanding the Big Society
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
The Big Society has emerged of one of the key themes of the Coalition government, but the general public and members of the Coalition government themselves have difficulties in understanding what the Big Society is
Looking Towards the Future
This story published on Tuesday 19 April 2011
Occupational Therapy and Politics students to be provided with an Apple iPad and take part in our dynamic mobile learning project
TV's top crime-watching broadcaster supports innovative new resea
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
University celebrates launch of the Institute of Applied Criminology and Forensic Science
Celebrated journalist and broadcaster Nick Ross was among the roster of top names in the field of criminology and forensic science to take part in a special event to launch the innovative new Institute of Applied Criminology and Forensic Science (ICAFS) that has been established at the University of Huddersfield.
Reduce burglary by 75% by designing houses the right way …
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
…according to a new study by Huddersfield researchers
Researchers at the University of Huddersfield have discovered that you can reduce the chance of your house being burgled by 75% by designing it in the right way
People who commit crimes may be obeying an evolutionary impulse
This story published on Thursday 3 March 2011
"…restoring Darwinian evolution to the study of criminal behaviour may explain why crime is committed by young men…"
Is breast always best?
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
For years breastfeeding has been promoted to UK women as 'Breast is Best', and figures suggest mothers agree, with 78% initiating breastfeeding following the birth of their child. However, this figure drops to 48% after just six weeks of feeding.
Mexican student Everardo captures hearts at International Student
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
Everardo selected as one of the 12 finalists from a total of 1,300 students from 120 countries
An award that came from the heart
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
A saga of heartbreak and hope has led to two University of Huddersfield students sharing a special award.
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The Power to Inspire
This story published on Thursday 2 June 2011
Inspirational poet and playwright Lemn Sissay MBE made an eagerly anticipated return to the University of Huddersfield in May 2010, when he delivered a public lecture entitled ‘Wireless and Looking for Reception’.
Angela Hope and University recognised as leader in education
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
Angela Hope and the University have been recognized as a leader in education using new and innovative ways to teach with simulation.
Conference blames government cuts, junk-food and food labelling
This story published on Tuesday 8 February 2011
With both type one and type two diabetes on the increase, professionals are keen to see preventative action taken now.
Students on placement help to improve communication
This story published on Thursday 22 December 2011
Students Rebecca Day and Rachel Jeffries have developed a communication resource, whilst they were on their placement on Calderdale Royal Hospital.
ICAC'11 a success
This story published on Friday 23 September 2011
International Conference on Automation and Computing hosted at the University of Huddersfield's School of Computing and Engineering
All roads lead to Huddersfield
This story published on Monday 10 October 2011
Professor’s vision means that University is the hub for a project that could shape the future of Euro transport
Wind turbine research with David Brown Gears
This story published on Thursday 1 December 2011
Students will play their part in ensuring that British-based industry becomes a key player in wind turbine technology...
Measuring and manufacturing - EPSRC Centre launch
This story published on Monday 14 November 2011
Scientists and policy makers at the launch the new £8 million EPSRC Centre for Innovative Manufacturing in Advanced Metrology...
Research Rampage – game on for 8 to 14 year olds!
This story published on Thursday 15 September 2011
Named ‘Research Rampage’, the game lets you explore how materials are created and find out what it’s like to be a forensic scientist, a sculptor, a chemist or a textile designer.
The Shanghai connection
This story published on Thursday 3 November 2011
ONE of the most respected and important figures in Chinese Higher Education paid a fact-finding visit to the University of Huddersfield.
Dr Cable at the cutting edge
This story published on Thursday 3 November 2011
Business Secretary Vince Cable visits the University's multi-million pound research centre in precision engineering
Engineering Education Scheme (EES) Workshops now underway across
This story published on Tuesday 20 December 2011
Young engineers got the chance to showcase their efforts at the EES Workshop held at the University of Huddersfield
Bahraini graduates celebrated at prestigious event
This story published on Thursday 3 November 2011
The Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO) and the University of Huddersfield's partnership stretches back over 40 years and the alumni event helped to celebrate the success of engineering scholars at the University.
Business Secretary Dr Vince Cable sees how Huddersfield scientist
This story published on Thursday 13 October 2011
DURING a week in which he has described his vision for the future of innovative British manufacturing as a key contributor to the economy, Business Secretary Vince Cable visited the University of Huddersfield, where a multi-million pound research centre promises major breakthroughs in precision engineering.
James McDowell’s Teaching and Learning project work wins award fo
This story published on Monday 10 October 2011
James is the 2011 Winner of the prestigious Epigeum Award for Most Effective Use of Video at this year’s ALT-C conference in Leeds
College students learn Hollywood-style film skills at University
This story published on Friday 23 September 2011
Year 12 students from Barnsley College, Doncaster College and Rotherham College of Arts and Technology took part in University Campus Barnsley’s annual Create a Creature competition in June 2011
New engineering professor cuts the NOx factor
This story published on Friday 23 September 2011
Currently engaged in research projects which are making a significant impact in the field of renewable energy, Indian-born Dr Rakesh Mishra has been appointed Professor at the University of Huddersfield, where he has been based since 2000.
Lawrence Tomlinson is awarded honorary doctorate by the Universit
This story published on Friday 5 August 2011
Businessman and philanthropist, Lawrence Tomlinson, was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University during awards week, but it wasn’t business on the agenda when he and Chancellor Sir Patrick Stewart met at the Honorary Awards Dinner; the noted “petrolheads” were all about the cars!
Blind Panic Game Camp 2011 comes to a close
This story published on Thursday 30 June 2011
3 Days, 32 Hours, 8 Teams and 37 students.... results in 8 fantastic games!
Huddersfield sweeps the board at the Games Republic Showcase – ag
This story published on Friday 27 May 2011
The fourth annual Student Showcase 2011 was held at Leeds Metropolitan University, Headingley Campus on Tuesday 24th May 2011.
Driving on sunshine! Bright students impress experts with solar
This story published on Thursday 12 May 2011
The dream of a practical solar-powered car might have come closer to reality thanks to blue-sky thinking by a group of engineering students at the University of Huddersfield.
Barnsley tutors go the Extra Mile
This story published on Thursday 5 May 2011
Jonathan Dobson, senior lecturer in Multimedia and Film and Tracy Howarth, lecturer in Holistic Therapies at the University Campus Barnsley, were a finalists at the recent Extra Mile celebration dinner in Huddersfield.
TIGA Announces Partnership With Huddersfield University
This story published on Monday 18 April 2011
TIGA has announced the University of Huddersfield as its newest member. The trade association representing the UK games industry has welcomed the university which offers three different courses in the games industry...
The 2011 Informatics Showcase draws to a close…
This story published on Friday 8 April 2011
On Thursday 7th April 2011, the School of Computing and Engineering's Informatics Department hosted an exciting exhibition of digital media skills and talent at this year's Informatics Showcase.
Hewlett-Packard placement for Parminder
This story published on Wednesday 6 April 2011
Half way through his 13 month work placement at the globally renowned computing firm Hewlett-Packard, Huddersfield student Parminder Rehill has already made his mark.
Florence and the machine that is the Placement Unit
This story published on Tuesday 22 March 2011
The European University Institute (EUI) in Italy has been providing students from the University of Huddersfield with valuable placement opportunities within its organisation for well over 20 years.
Bound for Brazil... The cutting-edge internationally … and in Hud
This story published on Friday 21 January 2011
A University of Huddersfield scientist who is one of the world leaders in the development of Artificial Intelligence now has a chance to set the global agenda...
Ion Man
This story published on Wednesday 19 January 2011
Full speed ahead for vital research now that Steve Donnelly is a Huddersfield prof...
Head of Informatics becomes Chartered Physicist
This story published on Wednesday 19 January 2011
Today's science graduates need to cross boundaries in their research and their careers, and the University of Huddersfield's Dr Rupert Ward is an ideal role model...
Jing Wang shortlisted for ICT Pioneers Competition
This story published on Friday 15 July 2011
Computers able to extract and analyse information from video footage could have an important role to play in many fields, including security and research carried out by University of Huddersfield doctoral student Jing Wang is hastening this breakthrough.
International Student Barometer
This story published on Thursday 10 November 2011
A global survey which quizzes international students about their experiences has put the University of Huddersfield on top of the world!
Huddersfield student wins top prize in design competition
This story published on Tuesday 15 February 2011
Judges at the Northern Design Competition have presented a Huddersfield student with one of their most prestigious awards.
Partners in learning: Engineers benefit from international cooper
This story published on Friday 5 August 2011
One of the University of Huddersfield’s most prestigious partners was present for a graduation and presentation ceremony today, to celebrate the success of engineering scholars at the University.
University researchers’ £8 million project to give UK firms the c
This story published on Friday 15 July 2011
The competitive edge of UK manufacturing will be sharpened by a multi-million pound advanced metrology research project at the University of Huddersfield which aims to produce an amazing “factory on a machine”.
World leaders combine with Huddersfield researchers to develop ne
This story published on Tuesday 28 June 2011
Scientists at the University of Huddersfield have supplied their expertise to many major companies. But sometimes it is the world-class technical facilities installed at the University that are of invaluable help to a firm developing a new product.
Research group measures up to the best in Europe
This story published on Monday 27 June 2011
Experts at the University of Huddersfield’s Centre for Precision Technologies (CPT) have confirmed their place at the heart of innovative research designed to ensure that Europe leads the world in advanced machine tools capable of astonishing accuracy.
University's Engineering Control researchers invited to join majo
This story published on Thursday 23 June 2011
When leading European firms and research establishments need expert partners to lay the foundations for a major project in the field of precision engineering, they call the University of Huddersfield first.
Japanese Managers’ Perceptions of Consumer Ethics
This story published on Thursday 5 May 2011
Dr Sigmund Wagner-Tsukamoto gave a presentation of his work
Ahmed Musbah awarded PhD
This story published on Thursday 18 August 2011
Ahmed Musbah is the latest FEGReG research student to be awarded a PhD
Accountants and the public interest
This story published on Thursday 1 July 2010
A fundamental characteristic of professions is that they should serve the public interest
Keynote address at Spanish Business Ethics Conference
This story published on Monday 11 July 2011
Professor Chris Cowton, was invited to give a keynote address at the annual conference of the European Business Ethics Network in Bilbao.
