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International award recognises treatment advances for blood cancer patients
University of Plymouth news: The ENRICH study, managed by the University’s Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit, has received a prize for Best European Research.
Plymouth named Community University of the Year 2027
University of Plymouth news: The University has been recognised by the Daily Mail as Community University of the Year 2027 for its 'perfect alignment' with the region and city.
National award for leader who puts students at heart of decision-making
University of Plymouth news: Dr Christie Pritchard has received a National Teaching Fellowship from Advance HE.
New award marks 50 years of Psychology at the University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth news: A new graduation prize in memory of psychology expert Dr Nicola Weston marks 50 years since the subject was first taught at Plymouth.
University academic features in the 2026 ENDS Power List
University of Plymouth news: Professor Melanie Austen is one of only 10 academics included on a list celebrating the people making the greatest impact on the UK environmental sector.
Breast cancer in pregnancy: graduate’s project receives national recognition
A University of Plymouth graduate has received national recognition for a project to raise awareness around the symptoms of breast cancer in pregnancy.
University Security team wins international award
University of Plymouth news: The University’s Security team has been named team of the year at an international awards ceremony.
Vital fund endowed to help students achieve their dreams
University of Plymouth news: The Mel Joyner Award supports students at the University from underrepresented backgrounds – and a legacy donation from her late dad means it will continue for life.
Plymouth student selected for Commonwealth Games
University of Plymouth news: Plymouth student selected for Commonwealth Games. Doaa Shayea will compete for Team England in Para Powerlifting this summer.
Creative writing student wins scholarship prize
University of Plymouth English and Creative Writing student, Laurie Page has won a new scholarship given by the Appledore Book Festival
Lecturer receives award acknowledging outstanding contribution to volcanology
University of Plymouth news: Dr Paul Cole, Associate Professor of Volcanology and a lecturer on our Earth Sciences programmes, has received a prestigious award from the Volcanic and Magmatic Studies Group (VMSG) of the Geological Society of London
The Vice-Chancellor's Awards 2025
University of Plymouth news: The University has ended 2025 with a celebration of people who go above and beyond in their work, at the annual Vice-Chancellor’s Awards.