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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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For over 147 years Middlesex has led the way as a forward-thinking, award-winning modern university
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