Sustainability

We will widen participation in higher education and support inclusion

Building on our values and our commitment to having a positive impact on our local and global community, we are working to ensure that students from a wide range of diverse backgrounds thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

Widening access and participation

Widening participation students
Building on our values and our commitment to having a positive impact on our local and global community, we are working to ensure that students from a wide range of diverse backgrounds thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Mastercard scholars
As well as widening participation, we continue to work with our staff and students to deepen our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of the University.

Social investments

Simon Community
As of 2021, the University has committed to invest £8 million in social investments for the benefit of society.