News from 2014

Africa regional conference marks the 40th anniversary of Peace Studies at Bradford

The African regional conference convened to mark the 40th anniversary of Peace Studies programme at the University of Bradford was held at the prestigious Serena Hotel in Kampala, Uganda on 14th November 2014. The Conference focused on the theme - Why War? Africa. The conference was organized by the Department of Peace Studies, University of Bradford in partnership with the Kampala-based Advocates Coalition for Development and Environment (ACODE). Other local partners that co-hosted the Conference are Mbarara University of Science and Technology and the Peace and Conflict Studies Programme at Makerere University.

Dirt Provides New Insight Into Roman Burials

The first scientific evidence of frankincense being used in Roman burial rites in Britain has been uncovered by a team of archaeological scientists led by the University of Bradford. The findings - published in the Journal of Archaeological Science - prove that, even while the Roman Empire was in decline, these precious substances were being transported to its furthest northern outpost.

Lord Mayor Welcomes International Students to Bradford

The University of Bradford is celebrating the arrival of students from across the world at a special Lord Mayors reception.

Making the most out of Opportunities in China

Businesses and individuals wanting to engage with China and exploit the opportunities available are being encouraged to attend a lecture at the University of Bradford.

Malaysian State Minister visits the University

The University of Bradford strengthened its ties with the Far East when it welcomed a Malaysian State Minister to the campus.

Bradford secures ranking as top European business school

The Financial Times has once again named University of Bradford School of Management as one of the leading business schools in Europe and has also rated its MBA programme in the top 40.

University of Bradford celebrates appointment of 50th Anniversary Chairs

The University of Bradford is delighted to announce the appointment of a first tranche of ten new Chairs to build on the University's academic success and mark its 50th anniversary.

New partnership strengthens Bradford and Penang relationship

The University of Bradford has taken a major step forward in developing its presence in Malaysia by signing a collaboration agreement with an agency of the Penang State Government.

University of Bradford student becomes a Global Laureate Fellow

Mowmita Basak-Mow from Bangladesh is currently studying for her MA in international development management at the Centre for International Development in the Faculty of Social and International Studies with a Global Development Scholarship from the University of Bradford.

Congratulations to Hamad Alawar

The staff and students at the CVC would like to congratulate Hamad Alawar who successfully defended his PhD thesis on the 22nd October.