Our role in the region
Our role in the region
We're a forward-facing University supporting the:
- economic growth,
- social growth
- and cultural growth of our region
We're making it a better place for people who study, live and work here and more sustainable for future generations.
We're working with partners across the West Midlands to address challenges that have a direct impact on our region by supporting:
Our world class research is making a real difference to people living here in Coventry & Warwickshire.
People
We’re supporting local people to access life-changing opportunities through raising aspirations, education and helping local people in our region into employment
Economy
We’re supporting our local economy to thrive by creating opportunities for businesses and industries in our region to grow and develop.
Communities
We want our local communities to share the benefits of our place in the region, making it a better place to live, work and visit.
Culture and Sport
Our region is home to a vibrant culture, from the heritage of Coventry to the diversity of Birmingham. We encourage our communities to support and engage in cultural activities, both on and off campus helping to make our region a healthy and vibrant place.
Environment
We’re playing our part in tackling the climate emergency in our region. Building on our existing research and education programmes and our connections to industry and society.
Our impact
Read about our economic impact in the region, our social impact and personal stories from people in our region who have been positively impacted by the University.
News
University of Warwick wins in new category of ‘University of the Year in the Midlands 2026’
A new partnership to shape the future of Creative Technologies
A Top Ranked University: Warwick’s Rise Reflects Our Vision
University of Warwick opens its doors for Heritage Open Days 2025
New research shows that abandoning a shopping trolley is worse for the planet than you think
Events
October Half Term - code camps at the Esports Centre
Looking for something fun, creative, and educational this October Half Term? 🚀 Join CodeCamp for a week of hands-on tech adventures!
Mini Creatives at Warwick Arts Centre - 7 Oct - 9 Dec
Join musician Natalie Mason for our sessions that focus on music, storytelling and sensory sounds for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups. Age 0-4. Free to attend - no need to book. Every Tuesday 10.30am - 12pm.
Global Illuminations Procession - 19 November
Join us for a dazzling international light procession winding through the heart of campus
Wednesday 19th November, 17:00-19:30, On Campus
British Art Show 10 at Warwick Arts Centre - Sept 2026
Warwick Arts Centre will co-host the opening of British Art Show 10, the UK’s most important touring exhibition of contemporary art. The exhibition will open in Coventry in September 2026 before touring to Swansea, Bristol, Sheffield and Newcastle Gateshead.
Explore all our 60th anniversary events
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Resonate year-round events programme
Resonate is a year-round programme of inspiring and interactive events for all ages to spark ideas, curiosity and creativity across Coventry and Warwickshire.
Reshape, Refresh, Renew
As the landscape continues to evolve, it's an ideal time to reshape, refresh and renew our "Excellence with Purpose" 2030 strategy. This renewed vision will not only elevate our future goals, it will also reaffirm our commitment to making a positive, lasting impact for years to come. Here we will review our achievements and commit ourselves to a series of goals.
