Research, advanced scholarship and knowledge exchange are a fundamental part of life at Leeds Trinity University.
We cultivate a research-led culture across all our course subject areas and research centres to enhance our students' learning experience.
Our research ambitions
To discover more about our research ambitions, please see our strategies below.
Postgraduate Research Experience Survey
The recent publication of the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) results shows a 93% score for overall satisfaction at Leeds Trinity University from our Postgraduate Researchers. This top quartile outcome places Leeds Trinity well above the global average of 80%. Surveying a range of Postgraduate Researcher experiences, the results also include top-quartile satisfaction rates within the Global Benchmark of 95% in Supervision and 93% in Research Skills. These results reinforce our deep levels of engagement with and commitment to our Postgraduates in our research community.
Subject world leaders
Leeds Trinity has been recognised internationally for producing high-quality research by the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) and Research Excellence Framework (REF).
REF 2014 results highlighted that we are world-leading in Communication, Cultural and Media Studies, Library and Information Management, and English Language and Literature. Our forward-thinking and expert academics bring teaching to life with innovative research.
The university is an internationally-recognized centre of excellence devoted to reconsidering the concept of the Victorian for the contemporary world. Take a look at our Research Centres page to find out more about both the Leeds Centre for Victorian Studies and the International Research Centre for Interactive Storytelling.
Research Centres
Leeds Centre for Victorian Studies and the International Research Centre for Interactive Storytelling.
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Research outputs
Explore our researchers' networks, outputs, datasets and activities in our dedicated research portal.
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Research News
Gen Z view on current affairs explored in new book on General Election
3 July 2024
Academic takes tinnitus expertise to South Africa for global-impact audiology event
25 March 2024
New research to boost confidence of trainee science teachers using maths skills
13 March 2024
7 February 2024
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REF 2021
Leeds Trinity Produces impactful research in all disciplines
84 per cent of Leeds Trinity’s research publications have been identified as being of international quality.
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University receives £50,000 Research England funding
Leeds Trinity University allocated £50,000 by Research England as part of its Enhancing Research Culture fund.
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Dr James Jackson praises national discussion of tinnitus
Reader in Psychology hopes to increase understanding of the condition.
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Erasmus+ funded project with international partners
Senior Lecturer joins forces with international partners to design an escape room game aimed at breaking down stereotypes.
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VC recognised in International Journal's 40th issue
Professor Charles Egbu highlighted by the International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation (IJBPA).
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Dr Leigh Hoath provides educational consultancy for BBC
The Senior Professional Practice Fellow has been involved in BBC Bitesize’s Green Classroom resources.
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Research Project
British Families in Lockdown
Study taken as evidence by UK Parliament Committees.
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Katherine Blair
Voices of Windrush, a Yorkshire Voice Special Programme contributed to an exhibition in Leeds, celebrating the Windrush Generation.
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Marielle O'Neill
The Victorian roots of #MeToo. Marielle O'Neill discusses the work of pioneering feminist writer Virginia Woolf.
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Nicola Johnston
How my PhD studentship is providing me with clarity, peace of mind and excitement for my future.
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Get in touch
You can contact us with any questions or enquiries about our research:
- By phone: 0113 283 7100 (extension 121)
- By Email: research@leedstrinity.ac.uk