Research Institutes
Our various research institutes and centres at University of Suffolk
Research at University of Suffolk
The University of Suffolk is very proud to be home to a vibrant and dynamic research community with a range of specialist academic expertise. Our current research priorities focus on our areas of distinctiveness:
- Health and Wellbeing
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Sustainability
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Digital Futures
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Crime and Social Justice
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Culture and Heritage
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Excellence in Education
In a rapidly changing and increasingly globalised world, our research is agile, responsive, collaborative, and grounded in robust scientific and ethical approaches. Supported by our Research Institutes and Centres, research at the University of Suffolk:
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significantly contributes to scientific, medical and technological innovation and solutions;
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evidences and informs key policy debates and developments; and
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actively challenges social injustice and inequality.
As a student-centred university, all our undergraduate and postgraduate courses are underpinned by high-quality applied, professional, and practice-led research. We have a thriving multi-disciplinary Doctoral College, which works collaboratively with our four academic schools and offers a range of new opportunities for PhD study supported by senior academics.
The University of Suffolk’s vision is to be a strong community impact university. We are very proud that our research is having significant impact on the economic, cultural and educational lives of the communities we serve regionally, nationally and internationally.
PhD Study and the Suffolk Doctoral College
Working closely with academics in one of our research areas you will have an excellent experience here in Ipswich as a PhD student and make a valued contribution.
Research Governance
The University of Suffolk is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and excellence in research.
Research Events and Opportunities
Providing access and links to our news stories and forthcoming events.
Our Recent Publications
A selection of our recent academic publications.
National Conference - May 2023
Together for Transformation: Research for a Changing World
