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Our story

For 147 years, Middlesex University has transformed the future for people and places through educational and research excellence and meaningful connections with our local and global communities.

What we do

We have served the educational needs of north London since we were founded as a women's teacher training college in Tottenham in 1878. Now we are proud to be a global university, delivering outstanding education informed by our research and knowledge exchange on three continents.

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Education and student experience

Our teaching and learning support students to gain real-world skills and build confidence for career success, lifelong learning and leadership.

Education that transforms lives
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Middlesex for research

Our researchers are empowered to put their knowledge into action to shape a world that’s fairer, healthier and more sustainable.

Research
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Working with our communities

We work with our partners to make London Borough of Barnet into an inspiring and welcoming place to learn, work and live.

Strengthening our community

Middlesex University Strategy 2031

Our strategic plan will enable us to transform the lives of our students and the future of our regions.

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