The developers Cathedral say the regeneration of the Circus Street area of ͯÑÕÊÓƵ could bring 400 new jobs and inject £200m in the economy. The scheme will provide 142 new homes, including 28 affordable; 450 student bedrooms in quality and managed student halls of residence; and 38,000 sq ft of new office space plus workshops offering creative businesses start up accommodation and room to grow.
Professor Anne Boddington, Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities based at the university’s Grand Parade campus, adjoining the Circus Street site, said: “We are delighted that work is underway – a high-quality new arts and humanities teaching and library space, as well as welcoming public exhibition space and café, will greatly enhance our educational offer at the university. The project will allow the university to further enhance its strong partnerships with the cultural organisations in the city.”