Security and Defence

Building on a Rich Heritage

As an anchor institution to a region possessing a rich military heritage, the University of Lincoln seeks to engage with our defence and security community, sharing knowledge, developing skills, and encouraging innovation through collaborative research. We are also building on our existing sector-wide partnerships to continue to provide evidence-based, sustainable, and forward-thinking solutions for our partners engaged in all forms of defence and security activity, never more crucial in this ever-changing and unpredictable world.

In recognition of our work, we have been awarded the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, being one of the first universities to receive this accolade. We continue to uphold our pledge to support members of the armed forces community, including our students, staff, and wider networks.

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Research Spotlight

University Partners with RAF to Advance Diabetes Research

Leading academics in the field of diabetes, metabolism, and inflammation have embarked on a unique collaboration with the Royal Air Force to better understand the issues faced by people with diabetes who are working in a military setting.

RAF Diabetes Research

Key Research Centres and Organisations

Defence and Security Research Network

Seeking to engage with the armed forces and industry partners to find solutions together.

Project Selborne

The University is part of the consortium led by Capita Plc to deliver transformational training and education to the Royal Navy.

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International Bomber Command Centre

The Centre's Digital Archive has collected personal stories of those caught in the bombing during World War Two.

Student learning at the Ship Tech Pool at BRNC Dartmouth

Maritime Studies Centre

The University of Lincoln’s Maritime Studies Centre is an integral part of Britannia Royal Naval College.

Working with Our Partners

In collaboration with military organisations, the University offers a suite of work-based distance learning programmes for full-time serving, reservist, and veteran members of the Armed Forces seeking to gain a new qualification and improve their management skills to progress in their existing careers or prepare for the next.

We also work closely with supply chain organisations such as SRC UK, BAE Systems, and Leonardo to deliver collaborative projects, research, and educational partnerships. Our understanding and experience of the sector’s demands and challenges from supplier to end user positions us strongly to help our partners innovate, upskill, and increase productivity.

Securing Our Futures

The Greater Lincolnshire Regional Defence and Security Cluster is bringing together national and international defence organisations, manufacturing, innovation expertise, and research and development to provide a single forum to overcome sector challenges and identify business opportunities across the region.

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Recent Developments

New Groundbreaking Book on Wellbeing of Prison Governors

Leading academics from the University of Lincoln and University of Hull have authored a new book offering an unrivalled analysis of the health and wellbeing of prison staff.

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Greater Lincolnshire Recognised as Key Defence Region

Greater Lincolnshire has been officially named a Regional Defence and Security Cluster by the Government, building on the county’s rich aviation heritage.

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Female Police Officers Receive Breast Health Education

Female police officers and staff will learn about the significant impact breast health and bra choices can have on performance and wellbeing as part of a new trial.

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