University of Bradford Alumni Official

18/06/2026

Your university is now top 500 globally.
This is a trajectory, not a moment. Proof that we’re a university on the rise.
We turn aspirations into opportunity, ambition into careers and ideas into impact.

It starts in Bradford.
Visit https://www.bradford.ac.uk/it-starts-in-bradford/

10/06/2026

Our next 'Meet the Alumni' session is taking place next week!

Please help us welcome Ishfaq Farooq, BSc Business Management (2008). He'll be talking about his experiences of becoming a successful entrepreneur as Co-founder and Director of the restaurant chains My Lahore and the new Wunder Crumble.

You'll have the chance to hear about his experiences and memories of student life at Bradford, how his time here shaped his professional life, and ask your own questions.

Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026
Time: 15:15 to 16:15 BST
Location: University of Bradford campus

There’s still time to book your ticket: https://loom.ly/ny39sdA

09/06/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WY1Nuj0DJ_Q

6 Decades Lecture Series: AI for All | Can AI transform the world for good?

As valuable alumni of the University of Bradford, we are always keen to share our impactful research with you. Come along to the third interactive lecture in our 6 Decades Lecture series, part of our 60th Anniversary celebrations, where we’ll explore whether AI can transform the world for good.

Held in partnership with the National Science and Media Museum, this session will discuss how AI is changing everything from healthcare to business, to sport and sustainability. Hosted by Roger Highfield, Director of Science at the Science Museum Group, leading experts will share how they are using AI and explore the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026
Time: 18:00 to 19:30 BST
Venue: Cubby Broccoli Cinema, National Science and Media Museum, Bradford

This is an in-person and online event.

Learn more and book tickets: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/events/whats-on/6-decade-lecture-ai-for-all/

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05/06/2026

Fantastic news as the University of Bradford has been ranked first in Yorkshire and the Humber region for optometry and occupational therapy in the Complete University Guide 2027, with optometry second in the UK and occupational therapy ninth.

The University has risen nine places overall to 98th, and is now 33rd in the UK for graduate prospects, reflecting strong student outcomes and continued momentum across league tables.

Read more: https://loom.ly/dnVGnIg

04/06/2026

From global recognition to lasting connections, the Study UK Alumni Awards open doors for UK alumni worldwide who are making a difference in their communities, industries and countries.

Watch highlights from this year to see the scale and impact of the awards – then take your place on the global stage 🌍

Be part of the next cohort of changemakers – visit their website to register your interest for the next application call-out: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/after-your-studies/alumni-awards

04/06/2026

Have you ever wondered about the effects of AI?

Join us as we explore whether AI can transform the world for good, during the next interactive lecture in our 6 Decades Lecture series. This will be held in partnership with the National Science and Media Museum.

Hosted by Roger Highfield, Director of Science at the Science Museum Group, leading experts will share how they are using AI and explore the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

During this event you will be able to ask your questions, share your experiences of using AI and discover how Bradford’s AI expertise is addressing today’s challenges and shaping tomorrow’s solutions.

Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026
Time: 18:00 to 19:30 BST
Location: Cubby Broccoli Cinema, National Science and Media Museum, Bradford

Book now: https://loom.ly/ePMe6MY

03/06/2026

Throughout 2026 we'll be marking the University's 60th anniversary by inviting notable alumni from the past six decades to return to campus.

For our next 'Meet the Alumni' session, please help us welcome Ishfaq Farooq, BSc Business Management (2008). He will share his story of graduating from Bradford and becoming a successful entrepreneur as Co-founder and Director of the restaurant chain My Lahore and most recently, Wunder Crumble.

You'll have the chance to hear about his experiences and memories of student life at Bradford, how his time here shaped his professional life, and ask your own questions.

Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026
Time: 15:15 to 16:15 BST
Location: University of Bradford campus

Book your ticket here: https://loom.ly/ny39sdA

23/05/2026

Congratulations to our alumnus, Dr Bashir Mohammed, Senior Lead Gen-AI Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS).

He has won a prestigious Study UK Alumni Award from the British Council for his work using AI to tackle real-world challenges, after completing his PhD at the University of Bradford.

Careers start here. Ideas grow here. Talent thrives here.

Read his story here: https://loom.ly/ap0tUgM

22/05/2026

We are proud to extend our congratulations to Dr Bashir Mohammed, one of our Bradford alumni who has been selected as a finalist in the Science and Sustainability category of the in Los Angeles, USA!

Bashir is known for his work using engineering innovation to tackle major environmental challenges.

Congratulations Bashir, we wish you the best of luck at this amazing event!

19/05/2026

The Spring edition of your Bradford Alumni e-newsletter is available to read now!

In this issue, you’ll find the latest university news, events and updates just for you.

Check your inbox for the e-newsletter. You can also read it here: https://loom.ly/DD2dxys