2021

Student stars in Shaybo & Jorja Smith music video
A Media Performance student at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has starred in the official music video for a new song from rapper Shaybo and Brit Award-winning singer Jorja Smith.

Art students get creative for local charity
Two ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ students have been busy painting a snakes and ladders themed patio and getting to grips with a brand new climbing wall at the Barnardo’s centre in Houghton Regis.

Photography graduate contributes to emotional Covid-19 exhibition
A former ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ student has had five photographs included in a stunning Luton exhibition commemorating those lost during the Covid-19 pandemic and celebrating key-workers who supported the region through tough times.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ opens pop up Clearing Advice Centre in Luton Mall
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has opened a pop up shop in Luton Mall, offering advice on available courses and how to apply, for those considering higher education.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ expert uncovers forensic clues for bestselling whodunit author
A ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ academic has been lending a helping hand to crime writer and honorary degree holder Adam Croft, by providing forensic expertise for his latest trilogy of gripping novels.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to improve care for patients at risk of prescription medication dependence
Researchers at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ are leading an eighteen-month study that aims to improve patient care for people prescribed medication with a risk of dependence.

Octopus TV returns to Bedfordshire to open industry door for students
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has once again hosted award-winning Kung Fu Panda film director, John Stevenson, as part of a new strategic relationship between Octopus TV and the School of Media & Performance.

Public consultation launched to help shape the region’s future
The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has welcomed the Government’s new consultation initiative – Creating a vision for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc – that will promote economic and sustainable growth across five mid-England counties.

Clearing 2021: The uncertainty of the pandemic inspired me to retrain
A first year student with a background in dramatic arts has explained how Clearing at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ helped her find a change of direction in life, just when she needed it.

All Bedfordshire students to benefit from Bursary or Scholarship
All full-time UK students applying to the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ are guaranteed to receive up to £2,400 in cash when they study an undergraduate degree.

Clearing 2021: A chance to retrain my skills for the RAF
A first year ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ student has explained how Clearing has allowed him to retrain and plan to return to the Royal Air Force (RAF) in a new role.

Top tips for packing for Uni
Ahead of the new academic year, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has pulled together some top tips for what prospective and returning students should pack for their new halls and student accommodation.