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Obituary: Emeritus Professor Eric Dunning
https://le.ac.uk/news/2019/february/15-obituary-emeritus-professor-eric-dunning
It was with great sadness that the University has learned of the death of Emeritus Professor Eric Dunning. Eric was a pioneer in the sociology of sport and the founder, with Patrick Murphy and John Williams, of the Sir Norman Chester Centre for Football Research.
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Research involving the use of animals
https://le.ac.uk/policies/research/use-of-animals
Get more information on the policy in place for the use of animals in research at the University of Leicester.
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PhD student works with Syrian refugee children to examine impact of trauma on mental health
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/august/phd-student-works-with-syrian-refugee-children-to-examine-impact-of-trauma-on-mental-health
A PhD student from the Department of Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour has described their journey to study at Leicester and how our University has provided opportunities for them to conduct research to help child victims of the Syrian Civil War.
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Talking points a range of topical issues tackled by academics 15 21 October
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/october/talking-points-a-range-of-topical-issues-tackled-by-academics-15-21-october
Dr Samantha Johnson from the Department of Health Sciences has written an article for Action Medical Research about developing a programme to help children with maths skills that are vital for their future life chances.
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Advanced Software Engineering MSc, PGDip
https://le.ac.uk/courses/advanced-software-engineering-msc/2025
Some of the most pressing business challenges can be solved by smartly-designed software. By studying advanced software methods and techniques, you’ll be in high demand across most major industries.
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Expert opinions cover middleaged entrepreneurs descended testicles in mammals heatwaves sex work football and heritage sites
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/july/expert-opinions-cover-entrepreneurs-and-descended-testicles-in-mammals
In an article for The Conversation, Dr Sukanlaya Sawang from our School of Business has discussed how research shows that the probability of entrepreneurial success jumps after the age of 35, increasing up to the age of 60.
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Research Methods in Creative Writing
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/en7040
Module code: EN7040 On this module, which introduces the MA in Creative Writing, you'll explore some of the key aspects of research in relation to the subject. The module aims to lay the groundwork for the rest of the programme.
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Research Methods in Creative Writing
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/en7040
Module code: EN7040 On this module, which introduces the MA in Creative Writing, you'll explore some of the key aspects of research in relation to the subject. The module aims to lay the groundwork for the rest of the programme.
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Research Methods in Creative Writing
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2027/en7040
Module code: EN7040 On this module, which introduces the MA in Creative Writing, you'll explore some of the key aspects of research in relation to the subject. The module aims to lay the groundwork for the rest of the programme.
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Doing archival research
https://le.ac.uk/history/outreach/besh/historical-research/archival-research
History at the University of Leicester - Building and Enriching Shared Heritages project. This guide gives tips and advice on visiting an archive in order to find out about the documents they hold.