The University of Bedfordshire is a modern, innovative university with a heritage of top quality education going back more than 100 years. We nurture our students to become educated, employable and entrepreneurial global citizens.
4.3 out of 5 (47 ratings / 44 reviews) Luton, England, United Kingdom
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (27)
- B.A. Accounting (Hons)
Education & Training (19)
Social Sciences (19)
- B.A. Criminology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Health Psychology (Hons)
- L.L.B. Law with Criminology (Hons)
- L.L.B. Law with Psychology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Psychology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Social Work (Hons)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (17)
Arts, Design & Architecture (16)
- B.A. Acting (Hons)
- B.Sc. Product Design (Hons)
Medicine & Health (16)
- B.Sc. Health Psychology (Hons)
- B.Sc. Paramedic Science (Hons)
Engineering & Technology (12)
Computer Science & IT (11)
- B.Sc. Computer Science (Hons)
- B.Sc. Cybersecurity (Hons)
Humanities (8)
Journalism & Media (8)
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (6)
Law (5)
- L.L.B. Law (Hons)
- L.L.B. Law with Criminology (Hons)
- L.L.B. Law with Psychology (Hons)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
Pre-Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (6)
- Pre-Bachelor Animal Management
- Pre-Bachelor Construction Management
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Accounting and Finance
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Business, Management and HRM
- Pre-Bachelor Network Management
Arts, Design & Architecture (4)
- Pre-Bachelor Construction Management
- Pre-Bachelor Creative and Editorial Photography
- Pre-Bachelor Graphic Design
- Pre-Bachelor Music Technology
Engineering & Technology (3)
- Pre-Bachelor Building Services and Sustainability
- Pre-Bachelor Construction Management
- Pre-Bachelor Sustainable Construction
Social Sciences (3)
- Pre-Bachelor Child and Family Studies
- Pre-Bachelor Psychology and Crime
Computer Science & IT (2)
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Computer Science and Technology
- Pre-Bachelor Network Management
Education & Training (2)
- Pre-Bachelor Educational Practice
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Education and Teaching
Journalism & Media (2)
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Media and Journalism
- Pre-Bachelor Media Production
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
- Pre-Bachelor Building Services and Sustainability
- Pre-Bachelor Foundation Year in Life Sciences
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Animal Management
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Child and Family Studies
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
Humanities (1)
Law (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Psychology and Crime
Medicine & Health (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Healthcare Practice
About
History
The University of Bedfordshire was established in August 2006 by order of the Privy Council, following the merger between the University of Luton and De Montfort University's Bedford campus.
Education
- University of Bedfordshire Business School
- Faculty of Creative Arts, Technologies & Science
- Faculty of Education & Sport
- Faculty of Health & Social Sciences
- Department of Journalism & Communications
- School of Art & Design
- Department of Applied Social Studies
- Department of Computer Science and Technology
- Department of English Language and Communication
- Department of Education Studies
- Department of Media Arts & Production
- Department of Performing Arts & English
- Department of Sport Science and Physical Activity
- Department of Psychology
- Department of Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Department of Teacher Education
- Department of Clinical Education and Leadership
- Department of Healthcare Practice
- Department of Life Sciences
Research
Our 11 Research Institutes impact UK and European agendas across health, energy and technology, and social policy.
We won the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2013 in recognition of our pioneering research. This is the highest form of national recognition for universities in the UK.
Our research subjects range from organ donation to cyberstalking to smart city development to Parkinson's disease and much more.
Career
92% of Bedfordshire students who graduated last year have found jobs or are in further study – the highest figure achieved by the University.(Destination of Leavers of Higher Education (DLHE)2013 survey).
DLHE 2013 also shows the number of Bedfordshire students who left the University last year and are now in graduate level employment – professional and managerial roles – increased, by over 8% to 73.5%.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
801
2019
801 -200
2018
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
We support our students in all aspects of their life and encourage them to influence the education and services we provide.
- Superb facilities across all our subject areas
- Study skills development
- Career and job-seeking guidance
- Volunteer and work experience
- Health and wellbeing services
- Modern accommodation
Housing services
Enjoy a safe, secure and friendly home from home in our fabulous range of University endorsed student accommodation. With London on Luton and Bedfords doorstep, you can benefit from its cosmopolitan social scene, but for nearly half the price, and with all your bills, Wi-Fi and so much more included. We have a range of rooms on offer from en-suites to study rooms, and all directly on our campuses, or a short walk away.
Library services
There is library provision at 4 of our main Campuses at: Aylesbury, Bedford, Luton and Milton Keynes Campus
- You have access to:
- 9,000+ ebooks
- 280,000+ books
- 80,000+ ejournals
- 1,200+ print journals
- 80+ databases
- University past examination papers since 1999
- examples of dissertations
- PhD and research masters theses via the University repository
ICT services
Wireless internet access is available throughout the University at each of our campus locations. Our students can also benefit from award-winning social and learning spaces designed with a brighter future in mind. We have invested in professional-quality equipment and resources across all our campuses to offer you the perfect place to study.
Student Life
Campus life
- Luton campus
- Bedford campus
- Milton Keynes campus
- Aylesbury campus
- Putteridge Bury campus
Sports facilities
Bedfordshire Bulls is the name for all of the competitive sports teams that represent the University of Bedfordshire, ran by the Students’ Union.Established in 2012, we have over 40 teams and over 500 students competing in the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) Leagues, as well as other national competitions and leagues.
Student clubs
At Beds SU we have a society for everyone, whatever your interests, and with the number of societies growing each year there is now more choice than ever. Whether it be making new friends or learning new skills there are endless benefits to joining a society.Societies are created and run by students committees who society members elect on an annual basis. Your membership fees go directly into the Society's account to help develop the Society in whatever way the members think is best: equipment, events, guest speakers, trips - you decide! Throughout the year, there are numerous opportunities for societies to gain extra funding so keep a look out!!
Student Reviews
An Opportunity of a Lifetime
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
It was mostly done online and within the subsidiary at Nations Guyana so communication was skewed although the facilities and library were helpful. I can say I am glad it is finished and would not exactly approach this university again although they were quite professional.
My Beds life😂
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
University of Bedfordshire is not too bad. I love the fact that i had the option to study both creative Writing and Journalism and my lecturers are very knowledgeable and supportive,just amazing. The library is also great and the fact that it’s open 24/7 is helpful as well as the librarian for my faculty. I just wish the careers department upped their game.
Explorer of Wildlife and microbiology
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
Lockdown did not give me much opportunities to develop my interests and I dream to study other master degree
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