The University of the West of England｜Certificate of Attendance
The University of the West of England (UWE)
The University of the West of England (UWE) is a UK university with over 30,000 students across a broad range of academic and professional programmes.
UWE frequently hosts guest lectures, workshops and industry engagement events where students receive certificates recognising attendance or achievement.
Why Turing Certs
Implementing this system has modernised the credentialing process, improving efficiency, sustainability, and the student experience, while enhancing the credibility and accessibility of student achievements.
| Industry | Education |
| Organization Size | 30,000 students |
| Scope of Application | Certificate of Attendance |
| Official Website | https://www.uwe.ac.uk/ |
Challenges and Struggles
Previously, UWE relied on manual or semi-digital processes to issue certificates, which brought several challenges. When large guest lectures or events took place, certificates could not be issued in bulk within a short timeframe, creating delays for students. As a result, they often had to wait longer to receive evidence of their attendance or achievement.
Furthermore, certificate verification became a cumbersome task, as it required manual checks, which was not only inefficient but also slowed down the process for employers and professional organisations. To make matters worse, printing and distributing physical certificates added an extra layer of administrative burden while contributing to environmental impact.
The Results
UWE adopted Turing Certs, enabling rapid, secure and scalable digital credential issuance.
- Efficient Credential Management
Using only a student’s email address, UWE can now upload attendance records directly into the platform, issue hundreds of verifiable digital credentials within minutes, and automatically deliver them to students through secure digital channels.
- Environmental Sustainability and Operational Efficiency
UWE has significantly reduced administrative workload by eliminating the need for printed certificates. Turing Certs also tracks CO₂ savings linked to digital credential issuance through a built-in dashboard.
- Improved Student Experience
Students receive credentials immediately after events, securely store them in a digital wallet, and can easily share or add them to LinkedIn. Enhanced data privacy and security maintain the integrity and confidentiality of their information.
- Instant Verification
Blockchain technology protects credentials, providing instant, tamper-proof verification by employers and third parties. This allows students to share verified credentials effortlessly, streamlining the hiring and professional verification process while ensuring trust and accuracy, without the need for manual checks.
