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University of ΢ÃÜȦ ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

΢ÃÜȦ has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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Launch of ‘Muses Mind Machine’, a new Centre of Excellence

The interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence ‘Muses Mind Machine’, has now officially been launched.
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Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of ΢ÃÜȦ is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.
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΢ÃÜȦ Black Humanities Series - New Events

Introducing two upcoming events that are part of the new ΢ÃÜȦ Black Humanities Series in collaboration with the Centre for Poetry and Poetics.
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British Academy recognises ΢ÃÜȦ professor’s contributions to the study of archaeology

The British Academy have announced that University of ΢ÃÜȦ Emeritus Professor, Keith Branigan, has been awarded The Landscape Archaeology Medal in recognition of his distinguished and varied career.

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First time buyer? You’ll get the best treatment if you have a British or French accent

New study reveals first time buyers with names and accents that appear to be British or French receive the best customer service from estate agents.