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