Research

We're producing world-class and innovative research and we're proud to contribute to leaps in knowledge, understanding, and discovery. Our researchers are also having a tangible impact on improving the quality of people’s lives locally, nationally, and globally.

Through our thriving staff and student research community, we’re building a growing network of expertise. And with access to professional development, encouragement, and help with funding opportunities, it’s the perfect place to pursue your research ambitions.

It’s one of the reasons why:

68%

of the University’s research was rated as "world-leading" or "internationally excellent"

87%

of our research impact classed as "very considerable" or "outstanding".

Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
Our participatory action research means we work with communities, making a difference to where they live and tackling social injustice.
Nicola Gratton

Social Inequality researcher

Latest news


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A unique treasure hunt in honour of Staffordshire Day 2026 has been created by University of Staffordshire’s Games Institute

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New app for ‘citizen scientists’ to help track global microplastic pollution

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Free places available on Parkinson’s exercise programmes

More places are now available on two popular exercise programmes designed to help people living with Parkinson’s in Staffordshire

Research Excellence Framework

Our mission is to be a force for social good and a catalyst for change. Our projects range from championing social justice to improving patient care. We are now embedding research, innovation and enterprise into everyday life at the University.

for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021