Creating meaningful change
We work hand-in-hand with community groups, schools and charities, in a shared effort to deliver meaningful change. Since we were founded in 1843, we have continued to play a significant role in shaping Nottingham’s physical development and cultural growth.
Today, NTU is one of the city’s largest employers, and every year our students make an invaluable contribution to society and the economy through thousands of hours of volunteering, placements and part-time work.
We have invested over half a billion pounds in our facilities, equipment, and learning resources, providing thousands of local people with access to work, training and continuing professional development opportunities. These opportunities are helping to transform Nottingham by creating new ways for people to develop, upskill and grow.
We make a difference by...
Local volunteering and engagement
The Centre for Student and Community Engagement (CenSCE)
The Centre for Student and Community Engagement (CenSCE) drives Nottingham Trent University’s widening participation and social mobility agendas.
We have a national reputation for innovation, being the first UK university to sign the social mobility pledge and were named University of the Year at the UK Social Mobility Awards in 2019. We provide leadership to the sector on driving evidence-based change.
Public access to NTU support and services
Legal advice
NLS Legal offers services across a range of practice areas, to those who are unable to afford, or otherwise access, legal advice and assistance.
Helping local businesses
From start-up support to workforce development, our staff have extensive experience of helping SMEs. Find out how we can help your business grow.
Hire NTU facilities
From conference spaces to laboratory hire, find out about the range of facilities and spaces on offer for individual and business use.
Sport membership and facilities
Make use of our excellent sports and fitness facilities across Nottinghamshire. With public membership from £175, you can access:
- gyms, pitches, courts, and other facilities at our three campuses, as well as the University of Nottingham's swimming pool
- a timetable of regular fitness classes and activities, from yoga to boxing
- discounts on consultations, personal training, physiotherapy, sports massage, and more
- our spaces for private events and activity hire.
Initiatives for Nottingham
Universities for Nottingham
Universities for Nottingham is a unique collaboration between NTU and the University of Nottingham. By combining the strengths and values of both universities, the partnership is reinventing how universities and local partners can work together to make a real and lasting positive impact.
Nottingham Civic Exchange
Nottingham Civic Exchange is NTU’s place-based think tank – we commit the expertise of our staff and students to key social science questions. Our goal is to bridge the gap between research and policy: to bring theory into practice, through innovative projects that deliver impactful solutions.
Partnership working in Mansfield and Ashfield
Mansfield and Ashfield are places proud of their past, progress and potential. They have rich histories, thriving communities, and enormous ambition. They have witnessed huge change over the last few decades, but have emerged as modern, dynamic districts that are great places to live, work, and visit.