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Celebrating our new partnership with the University of Lahore

From Plymouth to Pakistan

Representatives from the University of Plymouth travelled to Pakistan, recently, to mark the launch of a new transnational education (TNE) partnership.

CECA SW award winners 2026 (including Lucy Walker and Tom Appleyard)

Engineering stars win regional awards

University of Plymouth news: Two Civil and Coastal Engineering students from the University of Plymouth have been recognised at a prestigious awards ceremony celebrating the impact they made during their industrial placement years.

A drone shot showing Tinside Lido and Plymouth Hoe and views across Plymouth city centre taken during the summer of 2026

Project aims to boost AI skills across the South West tourism and hospitality industry

University of Plymouth news: The Plymouth Business School and a consortium of partners have secured funding from Innovate UK for the South West Visitor Economy AI Skills Accelerator programme

The first cohort has begun a new postgraduate programme developed by the Met Office and the University of Plymouth to ensure operational meteorologists are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in our radically changing world

Next generation of weather experts get to work on training programme

University of Plymouth news: The first cohort has begun a new postgraduate programme developed by the University and the Met Office to ensure operational meteorologists are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in our radically changing world

A Getty Images picture showing the town of Primosten, a popular tourist destination on the Dalmatian coast of Adriatic sea in Croatia, at night

Study highlights the European waters at greatest risk of harmful light pollution

University of Plymouth news: A study led by our researchers has produced the first framework which can be used to assess whether a region is of Good Environmental Status in terms of light pollution

Researchers from the University of Plymouth are part of an international team that explored child cooperation across different cultures, including the Wichí in Northern Argentina

Children from across the world consistently help their peers, but in different ways

University of Plymouth news: Researchers from our School of Psychology are part of an international team that explored child cooperation across different cultures

Wall of glasses in new Centre for Eyecare Excellence

‘Amazing’ new eye care facility welcomes first patients

University of Plymouth news: A new facility offering free eye care to the local community has opened at the University of Plymouth.

A picture of a spiny spider crab in a kelp forest captured by a BRUV deployed by University of Plymouth MSc Marine Conservation student Khianna Lee

Projects plotting native and invading sealife of Falmouth Harbour

University of Plymouth news: MSc Marine Conservation students Khianna Lee and Nadine Milner have been studying the underwater world of Falmouth Harbour for projects this year

Whose Neighbourhood? report front piece with youths high fiving

Report explores challenges in delivering £5.8bn Pride in Place programme

University of Plymouth news: In September 2026, the Key Cities Innovation network produced a report informed by research from our Centre for Place examining how communities can gain greater influence over the future of their neighbourhoods.

The University of Plymouth and Kew Reach Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will underpin a range of research and training activities

Collaboration explores innovative solutions to benefit the planet and society

University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth and Kew Reach Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will underpin a range of research and training activities

Defence Minister Lord Vernon Coaker approved the strategic business case developed by Team Plymouth, heralding a major investment in University of Plymouth -led initiatives linked to marine autonomy and skills development

£84 million to boost defence growth plans and create nearly 1,000 jobs

University of Plymouth news: Defence Minister Lord Vernon Coaker approved the strategic business case developed by Team Plymouth, heralding a major investment in university-led initiatives linked to marine autonomy and skills development

Voyage of Discovery young girl with robot dog

Sharks, robots and fireworks – families invited on a Voyage of Discovery

University of Plymouth news: Free community event - Voyage of Discovery: Exploring Research Together - offering a packed programme of events for all ages.