Research Blogs

Digital confidence starts with relevance

This blog demonstrates how Valentina supports students at Northampton College to develop the  digital confidence they need for college and employment - by helping them understand why a digital skill…

3 September 2026

A talking hammer: Exploring Copilot for research support

Szymon Drobiazgiewicz writes about how he used Microsoft Copilot to create a chatbot, offering a practical example of how AI can support university work without attempting to replace the knowledge…

3 September 2026

When the pressure feels real: Digital technology at the heart of Operation Nexus+

In this blogpost, Claire Drakeley writes about the Operation Nexus+ project, which brings together students from different courses together at Silverstone Circuit for a large-scale simulation of a major event. 

3 September 2026

Opening up Northampton’s green spaces with 360° Street View mapping

In this blog, Declan Ryan shares how virtual reality technology can be used to improve accessibility to local outdoor spaces.

28 August 2026

Using VR to Reduce Anxiety Around Unfamiliar Places

In this blog, Sarah Wills, a SEN teacher, discusses how virtual reality has been used to expand participation on field trips for neurodivergent students.

28 August 2026

Student Reflections on Virtual Reality and Assessment: Safer Streets Initiative

This blog highlights student Beth's reflections on the use of virtual reality in assessment and the Safer Streets Virtual Reality project, an innovative collaboration between the University of Northampton and…

27 August 2026

Reflections on the Playing with History conference

Luke reflects on the recent Playing with History conference hosted by CHS.

11 August 2026

Using AI Prompts, PebblePad Journals and Video Guidance to Support Formative Assessment

23 July 2026

Using AI Images and Prompting to Promote Critical Thinking in Environmental Law

23 July 2026

Building Safe, Accessible 360° VR Resources: Technical Delivery on the Headsets for Hope Project/Digital Horizon

22 July 2026

Leading by Example: Using AI Within My Own Creative Practice

15 July 2026

Using Video Feedback for Formative Reviews

15 July 2026