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University Centre Peterborough, part of Inspire Education Group. Celebrating 15 years! Also follow us on twitter @ucpeterborough

Studying for a degree can mean student debts, moving away from home and finding your feet in a strange city, but with University Centre Peterborough you don’t have to go far to go a long way. University Centre Peterborough represents the single most important development in providing Higher Education in Peterborough’s history. The University Centre offers a broad portfolio of courses covering a ra

05/06/2026

Peterborough MP Andrew Pakes Hosts SEND Roundtable at University Centre Peterborough (UCP)

As host venue, UCP was proud to facilitate discussions that will help inform both local priorities and wider national conversations around the future of SEND provision.

The roundtable highlighted the importance of collaboration between education providers, employers, policymakers and support services to ensure learners receive the opportunities and support they need to thrive.

Read more: https://ow.ly/uuCK50Z836u

05/06/2026

It was great to welcome back Sociology alum Ben Mitchell, who graduated in 2016.

From drug and alcohol services to the NHS, Ben has spent the last decade dedicated to mental health support, and is now training as a high-intensity therapist.

We can't wait to see where the next 10 years take him!

04/06/2026

As part of our Social Science Alumni Event, we caught up with Criminology graduate Elena Hopkins (Class of 2023).

She opens up about the realities of pushing for your dream career, handling rejection, and why she loves coming back to support the university community.

Thank you for sharing your story, Elena

04/06/2026

Meet Leigh Cordery, a 2023 graduate of our Bachelor's in Psychosocial Studies!

Leigh's career has taken her from working with young people in residential care to her current role at Centre 33, supporting youth with homelessness, mental health, and more.

She's now pursuing her second Masters in Forensic Psychology with dreams of a Doctorate!

04/06/2026

Digital Arts students Oliver Headland, Vinnie Homer, and Annabell Yexley worked collaboratively to support the promotion of Stamford College's annual Party in the Car Park event through a live client brief.

The team designed a range of promotional materials including event posters and site maps, applying their creative and technical skills to meet a real-world client need. Their work contributed to the event’s marketing campaign while providing valuable professional experience👏

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Celebrating excellence, connection and the future of Social Sciences!

What an incredible day at UCP! We kicked things off with our end-of-year Social Sciences Awards to celebrate our students' hard work, before welcoming back an amazing group of alumni for our 2nd Annual Networking Event.

With industry professionals from the NHS, local councils, and the justice sector sharing their journeys, it was a fantastic reminder of the high-impact paths open to our undergraduates.

Read more here - https://ow.ly/F9zP50Z7EyJ

📸 credit goes to Level 4 UCP Media Student Nicci Bowes

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NOW OPEN: Creative Digital Design Exhibition! 🎨

Our Creative Digital Design exhibition is officially open at the Peterborough Museum! Running until June 28th, it showcases 13 unique student projects spanning illustration, advertising, UX design and more.

Come along and support the next generation of digital creatives 🎓

04/06/2026

🎥 The talent on display at the left a lasting impression on David Pennell, Chair of Governors at Inspire Education Group and CEO of the Burghley House Preservation Trust.

From inspiring personal journeys to outstanding academic and vocational success, the evening showcased the very best of what our students can achieve.

🎬 Watch David's message below and hear why he believes the future is in safe hands.

03/06/2026

🎥 "Find tomorrow's leaders." - Dr Mike Greene was seriously impressed with the talent on show at IEG's Student Awards earlier this week.

After hearing the inspiring stories of our learners and seeing the incredible breadth of skills, ambition and potential across the room, Mike had a clear message for local employers:

Watch Mike's message below and hear why he believes businesses should be engaging with the exceptional talent coming through Inspire Education Group to drive growth.

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Park Crescent
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Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm