Joining Forces with the University of Plymouth
Enabling further academic research, partnerships and evaluation, along with student learning and support for veterans and service personnel
The University of Plymouth has strong links to a local community that values its tradition with the armed forces. We have partnered with a number of armed forces organisations to bring together our expertise and resources to enhance knowledge and understanding in key areas of mutual interest. We provide opportunities for students and researchers to engage positively with the armed forces.
University of Plymouth is a signatory to the
Plymouth Armed Forces Community and Plymouth Armed Forces Corporate Covenants
The University of Plymouth is represented by
Professor Richard Yarwood . In both cases, the University works with partners to fulfil the national and local aims of the Armed Forces Covenant to support members of the armed forces and their families. In this regard, we invite feedback from the Service community and others on how we are doing.
Research with the armed forces
The University of Plymouth has a range of research links with the armed forces.
- Blind Veterans UK
Ian Sherriff BEM chairs the Blind Veterans UK Research and Ethics Expert Advisory Group.
Some of our completed projects have included:
- Centre of Excellence in Naval Oceaonography and Research (CENORE)
CENORE provides a focus for Royal Navy personnel seeking advanced academic degrees and offers a platform for the development of research and enterprise activities of mutual interest to the Royal Navy and the University. - The experiences of military families
This project examined the experiences of the children of service families in Plymouth and the role of HMS Heroes in supporting them. - Veterans' lifestyles and employment
Examined the experiences of veterans living in Plymouth and in particular, their transition to civilian life. - Veterans' memory café
Saw the launch of the UK’s first veterans memory café. - Internal Virtual; Defence Research Network
Network used to disseminate funding opportunities in the defence industry to 49 researchers across all faculties.
Centre for Seapower and Strategy (CSS)
The University of Plymouth's Centre for Seapower and Strategy (CSS) was established to meet the clear and growing need to raise knowledge, awareness and understanding of strategic and security issues as they relate to maritime affairs and the use of seapower in the 21st century.
The CSS offers industry approved courses working closely with partner agencies including the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Action Counters Terrorism and National Cyber Security Centre.
