The University of Gloucestershire is a public higher education institution based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, England, with a history of teaching that dates back to 1847. It is a vibrant and diverse university community of around 11,000 students and 900 staff, spread across four campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and apprenticeship programmes across key subject areas including education, business, applied sciences, health, cyber, and the creative arts, with a strong focus on employability and industry connections. Its mission centres on delivering high-quality teaching, supporting student success, and creating and applying research that has real-world impact for society and business. The university positions itself as “the University that Connects,” emphasising digital innovation, employer engagement, and community involvement, while also playing a key civic role in supporting regional development and global collaboration.