A major campus transformation is under way to improve student life.
Work has begun at the University of Suffolk’s waterfront campus to create a new student hub in Ipswich, turning the former library building into a hub of activity and support.
The hub will feature modern social areas, a gym and fitness studio, a large events space, and a wellbeing area.
It will house Students’ Union offices, a prayer room, and bookable meeting rooms for SU clubs and societies.
Lee-Ann Durrant, president of education at the Students’ Union, said: "This is a really exciting moment for our students as the building will provide us with a vibrant space right at the heart of campus, bringing students together to connect, relax and make the most of their time here.
"With new social spaces, fitness facilities and room for our growing number of student societies, it’s going to transform how students experience campus life.
"I’m especially looking forward to seeing it become a place where our community can come together and thrive."
Elsewhere on campus, work is under way in the James Hehir building to develop new laboratories and facilities for the Master of Pharmacy course, due to launch in September 2026.
The Waterfront building is also being upgraded with improved study areas and new facilities for PhD students.
Professor Jenny Higham, vice-chancellor at the University of Suffolk, said: "We are proud to make such significant investments into our students and campus.
"Earlier this year we opened our new library and study spaces and will be adding a new student hub and teaching spaces.
"These will give our students more modern, vibrant spaces to learn, study and socialise that will ultimately enhance their whole experience of university life."
The university is partnering with Concertus to deliver the projects.
Barnes Construction completed the recent library, while Pentaco will deliver the student hub, and Seamans will carry out the pharmacy facilities work.
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