We are delighted to share that EPIC Futures NI has awarded £440,000 to eight pioneering organisations and their partners through our Phase 2 Policy Commissioning Call. Read more: https://ow.ly/qrB250XS0Z1 #WeAreUU

The Library is here to help you during this exam season! • Extended opening hours from Monday 5th January to Thursday 15th January • In-person support from the dedicated library team • E-resources including past papers Learn more: ulster.ac.uk/library #WeAreUU

What a year it has been at Ulster University! Take a look back at some of the moments that made 2025 incredible: https://ow.ly/xt0k50XMr96 Here's to an even better 2026! #WeAreUU

Take the next step and get the expertise with a funded Postgraduate programme, fees funded by the Department of the Economy. Apply now for January 2026. Read more: ulster.ac.uk/funded-postgrad-places?utm_social=organic&utm_medium=post #WeAreUU

It’s National Call a Friend Day. Whether it's your flatmate, someone from your course, a colleague, or a friend you met while studying at Ulster, take a moment today to pick up the phone and reconnect. #WeAreUU

As we reflect on the year that has been, March marked a truly special moment as we welcomed His Majesty The King to our Cancer Research Centre at our Coleraine campus. The King met with our experts & learned about the innovative work taking place to improve outcomes for patients.

Kick-start your graduate career in 2026 with our Graduate Boost Programme! This 15-week internship programme offers paid, practical experience with a NI based employer and the potential for continued graduate employment. Apply now: ulster.ac.uk/employability/boost #WeAreUU

Our Student Outreach & Recruitment teams aren’t just wrapping presents, they’re wrapping up a busy season of school visits and careers fairs too! As we start to head into the festive break, we look forward to continuing to support students in the new year. #WeAreUU

As our winter graduation ceremonies came to an end, we asked our graduates to reflect on their time & the people who made it possible. From dedicated teaching staff to friends who became family, these are the people our graduates wanted to thank: youtube.com/watch?v=J2e-mGoKcJA&feature=youtu.be

Celebrating the Class of 2025!​ The winter graduation ceremonies have been a true testament to the dedication and success of our students.​ Congratulations to our graduates! Here’s to the Class of 2025! ​ Watch here: https://ow.ly/9pnz50XLARG #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU​

Derry~Londonderry Campus Graduation Highlights 2025!​ ​​ Watch the amazing highlights from the graduation ceremonies at the Millennium Forum over the last few days.​ Watch here: https://ow.ly/AMrm50XKS57 ​​ #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU

What a fantastic day celebrating our graduates from our Derry~Londonderry campus!​ Take a look through some of the unforgettable moments from the ceremonies in Millennium Forum. Each photo tells a story of hard work and success & we are so proud of all of our grads!​ www.ulster.ac.uk/graduation​

Today we conferred an Honorary Doctorate on Lord William Hay. Recognised for his distinguished political career, including his role as Speaker of the NI Assembly and his contribution to political consensus and peace building. Read more: https://ow.ly/jOFb50XKN0J

Today, we proudly began our Winter Graduation ceremonies at the Millennium Forum, for our students at our Derry~Londonderry campus.​ Take a look through some of the highlights from today's ceremonies. www.ulster.ac.uk/graduation​ #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU

Dr Mark Pote graduates today with a PhD in Irish Language, Literary & Oral Tradition. His PhD reflects a journey from a bilingual household in South Africa to Celtic Studies in Cork & completing a study of a medieval Irish genealogical text.  Read more: https://ow.ly/M3gg50XK9kr

Thanks to Ulster University, where I learned to love learning and was taught how to be a journalist, for this very generous award. I'm especially grateful to my outstanding English Literature lecturers Kathleen McCracken and Joe McMinn, and superb journalism lecturer Colm Murphy.

This week Sam Potter achieved a lifelong ambition by graduating with a MSc in Geographic Information Systems. Sam continues her career in archaeology, now equipped with new technical skills & is an inspiration to others considering pg study later in life.​ https://ow.ly/6Zoe50XIlFf

Originally from Pakistan, Dr Fatima Ali Haider graduated this week with a PhD in Gender, Armed Conflict/Terrorism, Feminist Harm and Security. Throughout her PhD, Fatima has balanced research, advocacy & motherhood whilst championing victims’ rights on the global stage. ​ LINK

What a brilliant day celebrating our graduates from our Coleraine campus! ​ Take a look through the best moments from today's ceremonies at the Diamond Hall, truly an unforgettable day! ​ Congratulations to the Class of 2025!​ www.ulster.ac.uk/graduation​ #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU

After 16 years living, studying & working abroad Christine McConnell graduated today with an MA in English Literature. Supported by lecturers & a strong community, she balanced study, family life & work, completing a dissertation she’s truly proud of. https://ow.ly/o9B150XIlWf

Today we were honoured to have journalist & author Sam McBride as the Distinguished Graduate of the Year 2025 supported by Allstate. An Ulster graduate, Sam is now NI Editor of the Belfast Telegraph & The Sunday Independent & NI Correspondent for  The Economist. https://ow.ly/Kymj50XIl9E

The final day celebrating our graduates at our Belfast campus!​ Take a look through some of the highlights from this amazing day.​ #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU

Today Olympian, European Champion and Irish record holder, Danielle Hill, graduated from Ulster with a Master’s in Strength & Conditioning, having balanced her sporting career and study through our Performance Sport Programme. Read more: https://ow.ly/3l6l50XHqra

Today we celebrate MSc Tourism & Hospitality Management graduate Osasere Ehiosumwen, recipient of the Cross Keys Prize for Best Dissertation. Originally from Nigeria, Osasere credits Ulster’s supportive, industry-focused learning environment for shaping her confidence. https://ow.ly/tZGt50XHjhE

What an amazing day celebrating our graduates on our Belfast campus! ​ Take a look through the best moments from today's ceremonies at the ICC. ​ #WeAreUU #ProudOfUU

Elite Olympic heptathlete Kate O’Connor graduates today with a Master’s in Communication with Public Relations, having balanced world-class sport with academic success through our Performance Sport Programme.  Find out more: https://ow.ly/oIzZ50XGQKg

Today we recognised siblings Aishwarya & Ashish Ashok, who graduated with distinction from our MSc in Fire Safety Engineering. Originally from India & working as fire engineers in Dubai, they chose Ulster to advance their careers. https://ow.ly/xXib50XGM0o

Last week we gathered across our three campuses to turn on the Christmas lights and welcome the festive season in style! It was a wonderful way for everyone to get together and get into the Christmas spirit. #WeAreUU | #ProudOfUU

Our Strategic Policy Unit has published The AI Pulse: Public Sentiment in Northern Ireland on Artificial Intelligence, the first poll exploring how people here understand and use AI. Read more: https://ow.ly/soRr50XGgeu #WeAreUU | Stephen Farry

Due to Storm Bram, we will be closing our Coleraine and Derry~Londonderry campuses from 1pm today. Our Belfast campus will remain open. Stay updated on the latest developments on www.metoffice.gov.uk

Funded PhD opportunity @ulsteruni.bsky.social on 'Discipline and Belonging: How Boxing and Combat Gyms Shape Youth, Gender, and Community in Belfast'. Application deadline 27 February 2026. Full details here: www.ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcoll... #PhD #sportshistory #sportsociology #boxing #combatsports

STUDENTS: Please take 5 minutes to complete our Digital Services: Student IT Survey below, and be in with a chance to win Amazon vouchers worth £100, £50, or £25, perfect for the festive season. Survey closes Friday, 12th December. app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/ulster/stu...

Great news - our Digital Services team has joined Bluesky. Follow them here at: @ulsterunids.bsky.social A reminder that all of our accounts can be found in our starter pack. #WeAreUU

“I gained increased confidence, networks and appetite for career progression.” That’s just some of what past participants tell us about BRAVE Women in STEM & Arts . Want to experience this transformation yourself? Applications open soon. www.ulster.ac.uk/stem #WeAreUU

Tomorrow marks the start of Winter Graduations and while many of our students will be joined by family and friends, others may not be able to attend. You can still revel in the celebrations of our graduates through our livestream. Visit ulster.ac.uk/graduation #ProudOfUU

Ready to upskill or change direction in 2026? Ulster University’s Skill Up programme offers FREE postgraduate certificates & short courses funded by the Department for the Economy NI starting January 2026. Read more: https://ow.ly/CR5L50XCCk2 #WeAreUU

Calling all students! Are you ready to launch your start-up? We’re here to help you turn your idea into a real business. What’s in it for you? If you’ve got the drive, we’ve got the support. Deadline: Monday 12 January 2026 Apply now: ulster.ac.uk/student/entrepreneurs #WeAreUU

Today we launched the Future Technology Research and Innovation Programme with BT. The programme, supported by Invest NI, will see £45 million invested over the next five years and will create 60 new highly skilled jobs. https://ow.ly/QJtT50XyJPO

With the UCAS deadline just around the corner in January, our Student Recruitment & Engagement Team has been on the road. If you’re putting the finishing touches on your personal statement, check out our new webpage for quick, practical tips: https://ow.ly/q2vI50XwLgl #WeAreUU

We’re supporting Cash for Kids: Mission Christmas to help ensure no child wakes up without a gift. If you’d like to support, drop off a new, unwrapped gift for a child aged from 0-18 years at any campus reception before Friday 5 December. Find out more: ulster.ac.uk/Christmas

We are celebrating consecutive outstanding ratings from Innovate UK, the UK's national innovation agency, for two Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with Belfast medtech company Axial3D. Together we are advancing the use of AI and design innovation in orthopaedic surgery. https://ow.ly/eBuX50XuxuL

If you or someone you know is graduating this December, this is the last opportunity to book onto our Winter ceremonies. This special occasion marks the end of hard work, sacrifice and perseverance. Book now: ulster.ac.uk/graduation #ProudOfUU

25 people from 11 countries took part in our 'Move fast & mend things social hackathon' yesterday, led by @jonnyhhanson.bsky.social as part of #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek This included including @ulsteruni.bsky.social & @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social students from different courses and levels

Over the weekend we were delighted to honour Sir James Galway with an Honorary Doctorate for his extraordinary contributions to classical music & his connection to Northern Ireland.​ Ahead of last week’s celebration, we had an exclusive interview with Sir James Galway. #WeAreUU

Late #autumn in the grounds of @ulsteruni.bsky.social #Coleraine campus. #trees #flowers #bloomscrolling #hydrangea #sky #clouds #NorthernIreland #Ireland #EastCoastKin

Career Opportunities Alert Browse our latest job opportunities, including: End User Compute Architect Senior Network Operations Engineer Project Officer (CoSTAR) For more info, click here: https://ow.ly/PWH350REkNa #WeAreUU

Last week, our Alumni Team were delighted to attend the Golden Bridges Conference & Awards in Boston, Massachusetts where our delegation & graduate ambassadors celebrated our enduring connections with the Irish-American community. Read more: https://ow.ly/1buZ50XsKQ0 #WeAreUU

Ahead of Winter Graduations, we want to take a moment & reflect on the ceremonies from earlier this year. For any recent or not so recent graduates, take a moment & share your memories. For anyone graduating this December, book a place here: ulster.ac.uk/graduation #ProudOfUU

Tonight, we officially hand over the title of Times Higher Education (THE) University of the Year. ​ It’s been an incredible 12 months and we wish this year’s nominees the best of luck. ​ We are taking a look back to last year’s unforgettable winning moment. #WeAreUU

It's time to celebrate the Class of 2025! Our Winter Graduation bookings are now open for students to celebrate their hard work, dedication, and success surrounded by friends, family, and the Ulster community. Visit ulster.ac.uk/graduation #ProudOfUU