Universities Partnership

A partnership for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

This Civic Agreement is a commitment between De Montfort University, Loughborough University, University of Leicester, and the city and counties of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to work together for the benefit of local people and the prosperity of our places. ‘Universities Partnership’ combines the collective strengths of our universities and civic institutions to make a greater impact through collaboration for, with and among our communities. This Civic Agreement marks the beginning of a journey, signalling a commitment by the partners to bring together our collective skills, expertise and social capital and collaborate in the long-term interests of our communities.

Colourful costumes and dancing as part of Indian festival

Arts, Culture and Heritage

Boosting tourism, supporting creativity, enriching the social fabric

Being bold and distinctive
The partially sunken church on the edge of local reservoir, Rutland Water landmark

Environmental Sustainability

Addressing the climate emergency, future-proofing our communities

How we’ll be sustainable
A young woman finishes her morning run

Health, Wellbeing and Sport

World-leading advances in medicine, training health professionals

Our collaboration

The Economy

Attracting business, fostering innovation, supporting entrepreneurs

How we’ll deliver
Students laughing while taking part in a group session

Education

Support for learners of all ages, training tomorrow’s teachers

Our partnerships

Read the 2022/23 Annual Report