The University of Warwick has unveiled £700 million plans to create a new social sciences and STEM facility on campus.

The largest single investment in its facilities in the university's 60-year history will see new "state-of-the-art" research and education programmes launched.

Named the 'Connect Programme' the investment will focus on the Social Sciences and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and will see the new facilities built on car park on the Westwood Campus.

From teaching rooms to laboratories, the facilities will enable the university to "build on its innovation and research excellence" and "enhance its campus experience" to create more learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students. 

Professor Stuart Croft, vice-chancellor and president of The University of Warwick, said:  "The Connect Programme demonstrates how we are fostering curiosity and creativity and creating a lasting impact for years to come. We will equip our students, researchers and partners to tackle the urgent global challenges of today and tomorrow. 

"As we enter the first phase of the STEM Connect programme, The University of Warwick is leading the way in advancing STEM education and research, to inspire the next generation of innovators.

"2025 marks 60 years of The University of Warwick and this investment reaffirms our commitment to making a better world together through our research, education and innovation.

"We are looking forward to further announcements about our Social Sciences Connect Programme later this year." 

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The university said the scheme will create 1,500 construction-related jobs.

Construction is expected to commence over the coming 12 months.  

Further announcements on the Social Sciences Connect Programme will be released later this year, including a details of a significant capital project and the launch of new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.