Microplastics found in dogs – but what does it mean for our pets?

Reaseheath lecturer Paige McCormack has found microplastics in samples from pet and police dogs, raising new questions about how our dogs are exposed and what owners can do to reduce plastic exposure.
A little patience pays off for Reaseheath wildlife photographer

A little patience has paid off for Reaseheath Wildlife Conservation and Ecology student Finley Gerrard Coxon, whose photograph of a field vole has been selected for Cheshire Wildlife Trust’s 2027 calendar.
Reaseheath lecturer brings shark conservation story from the Maldives to Cheshire

A Reaseheath College and University Centre lecturer has returned from the Maldives with extraordinary footage of tiger sharks, including one curious shark that decided to investigate a £1,000 underwater camera, ahead of the return of the Reaseheath Public Lecture Series 2026/27.
Looking at Clearing? There’s more than one route to higher education

Looking at Clearing? Discover Access and Foundation Degrees at Reaseheath College and University Centre and find a route into higher education that works for you.
Results day – what happens next? A guide for parents and carers

Results day doesn’t always go to plan. Our guide helps parents and carers support their young person, explore Clearing and look ahead to what’s next for them at Reaseheath College and University Centre.
Reaseheath ranks among the UK’s leading specialist land-based universities for student experience

Students at Reaseheath College and University Centre have once again placed the institution among the top specialist land-based providers in the country, with strong results across several key areas of the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026.
Students explore careers beneath the surface at Blue Planet Aquarium

Animal Science students from Reaseheath College and University Centre experienced a behind-the-scenes look at life inside one of Europe’s leading aquatic attractions during a specialist visit to Blue Planet Aquarium in Ellesmere Port.
Hidden world revealed during Anglesey marine wildlife adventure

From shore crabs and seabirds to a young conger eel hiding among the rocks, Reaseheath College and University Centre students discovered a remarkable coastal ecosystem during a recent field trip to Anglesey.
Conservation student’s research helps tackle the hidden threat to Britain’s trees

A Reaseheath College and University Centre student is shining a light on a hidden threat to the UK’s environment, and the potential impact of her work is significant.
Euthanasia rates for stray dogs triple as more animals enter UK shelters

A collaborative study involving University Centre Reaseheath has identified a tripling of euthanasia rates for stray dogs over a three-year period. Published in the journal Animals, the research highlights a significant shift in breed types entering the system and underscores Reaseheath’s commitment to advocating for higher standards in canine welfare and informed policy.