Founded from a marriage of Northampton's colleges of art, technology and education, which formed Nene College of Higher Education in 1975. In February 1999 it became University College Northampton. Gained university status and the power to award its own research degrees in 2005 and became the University of Northampton. Set in the heart of England, Northamptonshire is the perfect combination of bustling urban life and countryside. With everything from premiership rugby, a purpose-built athletics stadium, motor racing and a white-water rafting centre, high-energy living is on offer around the clock in Northampton.
At the town’s leading arts centre an exciting line-up of drama and dance, stand-up comedy, music and theatre attracts national audiences and media headlines. On the acclaimed Roadmender stage there is the chance to see some of the country’s best up-and-coming bands in action – with the likes of Supergrass, Dizzee Rascal and Coldplay amongst the venue’s performers. As a perfect complement to the town’s leisure, sporting and cultural facilities, the countryside of orthamptonshire offers a relaxing haven of cycle ways and canals, historic homes and gardens. Getting here couldn’t be easier either, with both London and Birmingham less than an hour away by road and rail. From Northampton’s train station, Avenue Campus is just a ten-minute walk or short bus journey away. Park Campus, just two miles from Avenue, is also only a short bus journey from the town centre. Northampton has the largest of the 24 National Enterprise Zones bringing in additional investment, development and graduate opportunities.
We are committed to providing our students with the very best learning experience possible.
Our ambitious academic community undertakes extensive research and consultancy work, bringing real-world experiences and insights to their teaching. Our programmes have the perfect balance of theoretical learning, critical analysis and practical application. Signed partnership agreements with local sports teams to create industry relevant work placement and intern opportunities. The University of Northampton has seen the biggest increase in student satisfaction of any university in the East Midlands. Top 20 for Student Satisfaction. Our students enjoy excellent employment opportunities and work experience placements, and benefit from continued employability support.
We provide our graduates with key skills that employers value, while holistically integrating social enterprise into our teaching, learning and research, and working with local authorities, businesses and the wider community. DHLE statistics reveal that 96% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after completing their course.
Designated an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus for our commitment to Social Enterprise. In 2014, awarded Midlands Enterprising University of the Year for the third year running. Entrepeneurial activities embedded within all our courses to enhance the students learning experience, inspire innovation, develop entrepreneurial skills and understand social values. Access across a range of platforms, including high-quality collections of books, journals, multimedia and internally generated resources such as research output. Flexible, varied and supportive learning services, including libraries at both Park and Avenue campuses and online environments, open to members of the University and the wider community. A range of timely and accessible learning support delivered online and face-to-face, embedded within courses or as personalised help.
A contribution to the academic output of the University through research and professional engagement and to the University's wider role through its involvement in local, national and international communities of practice. Dedicated, specialist staff offering tailored support. State-of-the-art Student Centre with one-stop shop information. Two restaurants and a medical centre.