Far-right extremism is a growing threat, says UWL expert

The UK must be alert to far-right extremism infiltrating the police and armed forces to prevent the spread of harmful ideologies, a security expert has warned.

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UWL cements national success in Guardian rankings

Celebrating another year of incredible success, the University of West London (UWL)’s degree courses have once again been rated as some of the best in London and the UK in this year’s Guardian University Guide.

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UWL maintains top 40 position in influential Guardian University League Tables

The University of West London has maintained its top 40 position, after ranking 35th in the influential Guardian University League Tables, thanks to an ‘unrelenting focus on delivering the very best student experience’.

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Lecturer wins research fellowship for using AI to tackle city flooding

A UWL researcher will use artificial intelligence to reduce flood risks in the UK and across the world – drastically improving quality of life for residents thanks to a prestigious funding grant.

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UWL and West London NHS Trust to offer tailored mental health workshops for BAME students

The University of West London (UWL), its Students’ Union, and West London NHS Trust have teamed up to offer tailored mental health and wellbeing workshops for Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) students over the next two years.

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Composer wins critical acclaim while studying

An Ealing student who founded his own orchestra as a teenager after more than a decade playing music, has now received international critical acclaim for two of his pieces – all while still studying for his degree.

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Nurses get a virtual boost with VR training

Nurses at UWL are adding a virtual twist to their training as they take on virtual reality simulation to get them ready for the workplace.

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Ruskin College joins UWL group

Ruskin College, Oxford holds a unique place in the education system of this country.

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Education vital in ‘levelling up’ UK inequalities post-Covid, report finds

Addressing inequality across the Midlands and north of England needs to focus on providing better, local learning opportunities and move away from talking about social mobility as we emerge from Covid-19 restrictions, a report has found.

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