Toggle search Toggle menu Home » Research » Research priority areas Research priority areas Our research priority areas are themes built on existing research strength and areas for investment in the future. Established following REF2014, research priority areas provide the mechanism to distribute internal funding, ensuring targeted investment. Our research priority areas Applied Business and Technology This area addresses subjects that impact on commercial and social enterprise, and organisations. Being Human: Past, Present and Future This area addresses subjects concerned with human experience and a sense of heritage and direction. Creative Practice as Research This area interrogates ideas of creativity and their value and impact examined through practice. Environmental Dynamics and Governance This area addresses challenges including global warming, resource depletion and biodiversity loss. Learning and Professional Contexts This area focuses on professional practice and education's ability to transform lives and society. Sport, Exercise, Health and Wellbeing This area focuses on health promotion, athlete wellbeing, policy development and clinical health. The research priority areas’ alignment to the units of assessment planned for submission to REF2021 is as follows: Research priority area REF2021 units of assessment Applied Business and Technology 12 – Engineering 17 – Business and Management Studies Being Human: Past, Present and Future 27 – English Language and Literature 28 – History 31 – Theology and Religious Studies 32 – Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory Creative Practice as Research 32 – Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory 34 – Communication, Cultural and Media Studies, Library and Information Management Environmental Dynamics and Governance 13 – Architecture, Built Environment and Planning 14 – Geography and Environmental Studies 21 – Sociology Learning and Professional Contexts 23 – Education Sport, Exercise, Health and Wellbeing 4 – Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience 24 – Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism Questions? If you have any questions about research at the University of Gloucestershire, please contact the Academic Development Unit. Phone 01242 714006 Email adu@glos.ac.uk We’ll get back to you as soon as we can within office hours University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH. Telephone +44 (0)1242 714700 View larger map Business & partnerships Do business on campus Apprenticeships Recruit student talent Venue hire Growth Hub Procurement Outreach and widening participation Governance and structure Strategic Plan 2017-2022 Student Charter Information governance University Council Slavery and Human Trafficking Insurance Freedom of information Criminal Finances Act Statement Appeals and complaints About Gloucestershire Coronavirus statement Academic schools Our campuses Latest news Press office Sustainability Public lectures Graduation Alumni Pay online Clearing Blogs Accessibility Careers Disclaimer Document hub Privacy & cookies Contact us © 2021 Copyright University of Gloucestershire Company Registration Number 06023243. VAT Number GB 886 1439 87. back to top By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie policy Accept All Cookies Reject All Cookies Settings