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Your on campus social destination! Perfect for food, drinks, studying and socialising! Find SC02 on the ground floor of the Student Central Building.

With a whole variety of spaces, it is an excellent space to get some work done, meet your friends, and celebrate with food and cocktails/mocktails until late. Our venues continue to be award-winning. We’ve got 100% in Best Bar None and our department has pioneered the way for the University's Fairtrade Accreditation. Whether you’re a student, live in Bradford or further away, you’re welcome to join us in coming together over our love of great music and unforgettable experiences.

04/07/2025

We’re not saying SC02 is the only destination for Welcome Week 2025… but we’re also not not saying that 👀

While we get everything ready, here’s a little sneak peek of the spaces you’ll be vibing at in September (let's show some insta worthy appreciation)💥
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16/05/2025

"𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺'𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘆." 💪🥳

The new SC02 social space in Student Central has received glowing praise from a national body responsible for assessing licensed premises, who described the area as “an amazing provision," while the team who run it are credited as going “way above the call of duty.”

While we won't know the results until July, the assessor was so impressed with the venue, he kindly sent an extract of his report in advance. And there is even a suggestion that Bradford could even become the blueprint for other universities to follow.

The assessor, who is the Business Development Consultant for the NUS Charity trading team, wrote: “A tenacious and imaginative ethos truly captures what the commercial team at the University of Bradford have achieved over the last twelve months.

"𝗧𝗼𝗺 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻."

"From the interactions witnessed with students, it is clear the service users not only respect the facilities, but hold the team in extremely high regard and demonstrates a level of trust with the premises that is rarely seen in similar settings. The premises' unique approach with handling a challenging climate is admirable, with student staff receiving a skillset for life after graduating.

The assessor noted how successfully we have tailored and operate the “Ask for Angela” scheme, in which individuals can discretely seek support from bar staff if they feel unsafe or threatened, as well as the training provided to the staff.

Discussions are now underway for other student unions/university facilities nationwide to learn from Bradford as an example of best practice, with talks of hosting training for others on campus.

Read More👉: https://shorturl.at/H9Hb2

12/05/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 🙌🎉

From surprise wins that had jaws on the floor to epic awkward acceptance speeches, Fridays awards brought all the good vibes. There were laughs, a few happy cheers, and maybe even a missing certificate we completely didn’t forget about! We’re glad all those in attendance throughly enjoyed themselves!

This year marks the first year of SC02 being open, and what a year it’s been! From hosting Freshers Week in September, planning RAG Week in November, Varisty afters in March, and even hosting some socials….and we’re already buzzing for what September 2025 will bring!

(PS: Tom very much appreciates his flowers and gift! ♥️)

07/05/2025

It’s the final week of term, and SC02 is on its final run of events and activities! We’ll be closing on Friday 9th May until the start of the 2025/26 academic year

Don’t forget our final event of the year this Friday! The MVP Awards and pre-social. All welcome to join the social from 7pm in Escape with awards starting from 10pm before we dance the night away with music chosen by YOU! 🙌

28/04/2025

𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀! 🏆

This year’s been a rollercoaster of laughs, surprises, and “did that really just happen?” moments. These awards are just the cherry on top..and all chosen and decided by YOU! 👊

To mark the end of SC02’s first year, we’re ready to bring you the BIGGEST night in the Team Bradford calendar! 🙌

Whether you’ve been a quiet genius, a team clown, or a full-on superstar, you’ve made this year unforgettable. 🌟

So let’s crank up the chaos, celebrate like champions, and give yourselves a massive pat on the back — because SC02 doesn’t just finish a year… we drop the mic on it! 🎤

25/04/2025

✅ Open Tuesday from 4pm
✅ Summer Cocktails
✅ Big Screen Sports
✅ Games
✅ Student Friendly Prices

The list is endless, the good times are not - BelowOne reopens from Tuesday 29th April, 4pm

24/04/2025

Hello hello! 👋

SC02 reopens on Monday 28th April! We’re kickstarting those summer time feels with our fantastic selection iced drinks by Costa at Brew & Co Kitchen! Why not grab one and head out to enjoy the summer sun! Or to do some last minute revision in our fantastic social study space in the Lower Amp! ☀️ 📖

08/04/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗖𝟬𝟮

Tuesday: Skint Tuesday

Wednesday: Diversion Lates

Thursday: Karaoke, 10pm🎤

Friday: Paramedics Soc Karaoke

Sports Fixtures! ⚽️
The home of LIVE SPORTS on campus! Not showing your fixture? Ask at the bar and if no other customers are watching a match, we’ll put it on!

As always, we welcome sports and societies to get in touch to arrange any social space they may need for Wednesdays, if you need a space please get in touch by Tuesday evening.

03/04/2025

Has bring your own bottle to Ubies got you stumped? Is it all a little overwhelming? Well we’ve got you covered!

From 3pm tomorrow, we’ll be offering sealable containers filled as cheaply as possible for you to take to the awards with you! From spirits and mixers to having a draught pint (well…2) ready on hand!

We’re making them as cheap as possible for you to enjoy your night with your favourite drinks to hand!

Due to the Ubies start time being confirmed at 5pm, those attending the social beforehand are advised to arrive from 3pm and will be welcome to store alternative footwear for their arrival back.

31/03/2025

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30/03/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗖𝟬𝟮

Tuesday: Banners & Boardgames! Create signs ahead of varsity (BECAUSE SOMEBODY HAS TOO!!) to really kickstart the spirit. (To enter, painters are required to purchase a drink) 🎨

Wednesday: Varsity Diversion Special, 11pm 🚦
For teams wanting socials on returning to campus - contact us asap

Thursday: Varsity Afters vs Ubies Warmers Karaoke, 10pm🎤

Friday: The BIG one, the ones we’ve all been waiting for, the ones to start a dinner and end a night! We have the Ubies Sports Social hosted by a special one time host! And the ultimate night with a DJ chosen for you. By you. And everything in between.

Sports Fixtures! ⚽️
The home of LIVE SPORTS on campus! Not showing your fixture? Ask at the bar and if no other customers are watching a match, we’ll put it on!

As always, we welcome sports and societies to get in touch to arrange any social space they may need for Wednesdays, if you need a space please get in touch by Tuesday evening.

26/03/2025

Happy Wednesday! Summer is right around the corner 🍻 ☀️

What better place to soak up the sun and get in the mood for summer than our fantastic Amphitheatre?! Grab some refreshments from SC02, from Mocktails and smoothies to beers and spirits! Or even grab some delicious food from our menu!

We’re open Monday - Friday!
(Bar service: Tues-Fri, 4pm)

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University Of Bradford
Bradford
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Website

https://www.bradford.ac.uk/food-and-drink/

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A friendly and vibrant student bar located in the centre of the Bradford Students’ Union. Offering friendly prices for a wide variety of drinks and a refreshing experience with a relaxed setting. With HD screens throughout covering current news, affairs and all televised to SubTV, The Uni Bars is the go-to destination for students on campus! The bar has multiple spaces for socials and events, available to be booked by students, clubs, societies and staff free of charge. Have a break in your schedule? Come and socialise with friends and colleagues whilst enjoying food and drink in your SU bar.