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Nottingham Trent University celebrates 15 years of partnership with Santander Universities

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has celebrated 15 years of partnership with Santander Universities with the signing of a new three-year agreement.

    Professor Edward Peck and Jonathan Powell sign partnership agreement
    NTU and Santander Universities celebrate 15 years of partnership
    Professor Edward Peck and Jonathan Powell sign agreement

    Since 2012, when the partnership was first formalised, Santander Universities has awarded £1.38 million to 1,483 NTU students.

    These funding opportunities have enabled NTU students to gain valuable work experience and to drive enterprise benefitting both the local and regional economies.

    Through the three pillars of education, employability and entrepreneurship the partnership has a strong focus on delivering opportunities to all students, with the aim of improving graduate outcomes.

    Projects during the partnership have included:

    • Internships
    • Student overseas volunteering projects
    • Research project funding
    • Professional insight experience for soon-to-be graduates to prepare for the working environment
    • Support for NTU student business start-ups
    • Brighter Future Grants

    NTU student Uchechukwu Ibeh, studying LLB Law with Business, had the opportunity to complete a Santander Placement at NLS Legal as part of her degree.

    She said: “This experience was nothing short of transformative, giving me a glimpse into the world of a solicitor and the invaluable role they play in providing much needed advice to those seeking it. From mastering the intricacies of Clio, a law-based data program, to understanding the real-world challenges faced by legal professionals, every moment was enriching. Volunteering at NLS Legal gave me a chance to help individuals and communities in need of justice. As I look ahead, I am excited and inspired to continue my journey, fuelled by the knowledge and skills gained during these two remarkable weeks. Here’s to growth, learning, and pursuing meaningful opportunities!”

    Professor Edward Peck, Vice-Chancellor and President at Nottingham Trent University said: “I am delighted to reaffirm our commitment to fostering opportunities for our students and colleagues through the continuation of our partnership with Santander. Our collaborative relationship not only opens doors to invaluable experiences but also strengthens our mission of empowering people and shaping futures."

    Matt Hutnell, Director, Santander Universities UK, said: “At Santander Universities we believe education is today’s solution to a better tomorrow. We’re proud to continue our partnership with Nottingham Trent University and provide even more opportunities for students and staff to develop skills to build a brighter future and achieve their future potential.”

    Nearly 6,500 NTU students are currently registered on the Santander Open Academy platform which offers scholarships across the globe, and a breadth of training, skills and tips for improving student career paths.

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      About Nottingham Trent University

      Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has been named UK ‘University of the Year’ five times in six years, (Times Higher Education Awards 2017, The Guardian University Awards 2019, The Times and Sunday Times 2018 and 2023, Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023) and is consistently one of the top performing modern universities in the UK. It is the 3rd best modern university in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).

      NTU is the 5th largest UK institution by student numbers, with over 40,000 students and more than 4,400 staff located across five campuses. It has an international student population of almost 8,000 and an NTU community representing over 160 countries.

      NTU owns two Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for outstanding achievements in research (2015, 2021). The first recognises NTU’s research in science, engineering, arts and humanities to investigate and restore cultural objects, buildings and heritage. The second was awarded for research on the safety and security of global citizens.

      The Research Excellence Framework (2021) classed 83% of NTU’s research activity as either world-leading or internationally excellent. 86% of NTU’s research impact was assessed to be either world-leading or internationally excellent.

      NTU is rated 5/5 stars overall and for Teaching, Employability, Internationalisation, Research and Facilities (QS Stars 2022).

      NTU is a top five university for widening participation with 25% of NTU students coming from disadvantaged backgrounds (HESA 2021-22). It was the first UK university to sign the Social Mobility Pledge in 2018 and was named ‘University of the Year’ at the UK Social Mobility Awards in 2019,

      NTU is the most sustainable university in the UK and 2nd in the world (UI Green Metric University World Rankings, 2023).

    Published on 19 March 2024
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