Research at Bradford

The University of Bradford has a unique portfolio of world-class research and knowledge transfer (RKT) in the UK and abroad. Knowledge transfer is the exchange of ideas, knowledge and expertise between the University and a range of external organisations where the intention is to create economic and social benefit through innovation in products, services, ways of working and business models.

Culture

• Our students benefit from studying in an academic environment with an excellent range of well-equipped research facilities and private study areas
• We offer a supportive environment with friendly staff that will soon get to know you and are always happy to help
• We have a strong tradition of mentoring and sharing best research practice between Schools
• Researchers are encouraged to work together to share ideas and generate lively discussion
• We are committed to developing young researchers and working to embed the Concordat’s key principles www.researchconcordat.ac.uk
• Our Fellowship scheme invests directly in staff development
• We offer a variety of modes of research, including full- and part-time and flexible/distance learning options
• We have a long tradition of supporting international students and are experienced in assisting students through the VISA process

Prioritising

• We are experienced in identifying and working with the varied demands of industry and funders
• Study programmes are structured around market-focused themes or clusters, with Centres working across these clusters
• Our RKT Centres not only bring researchers together under key themes, they bring together expertise, a proven track record in delivery, and the potential for growth, resulting in maximised opportunities and impact
• The impact of the lives we improve through research and knowledge transfer is felt locally, nationally and internationally

Partnering

• Our multi-disciplinary research teams are experienced in establishing successful partnerships with industry, government and fellow academics
• The Research & Knowledge Transfer Support (RKTS) Department is a one-stop shop for all University RKT activity for businesses, staff, students and graduates
• Knowledge transfer support areas exist across the University and the RKTS Department works closely with these areas to maintain an overview of all their activity
• RKTS provides research, commercialisation and consultancy support, and is home to the Think Business@Bradford Programme, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) and the Summer Experience@Bradford Programme
• The Department's Regional Business Partnerships Centre works with Bradford and regional companies to establish links and create meaningful interactions. It co-ordinates this activity across the University

Enabling

• The University of Bradford Think Business@Bradford programme supports graduates’ entrepreneurial aspirations by incubating groundbreaking talent
• The Summer Experience@Bradford programme supports undergraduate and postgraduate students and local businesses by facilitating short-term summer placement projects
• Established mechanisms and support are in place to aid the application of research to industry