If you’re studying in the East Midlands, you can join a dedicated University Royal Naval Unit (URNU), where you’ll get paid to take on unique challenges and learn new skills.
Contact us to register your interest in a URNU
Register Your InterestAs an Officer Cadet, you'll have the opportunity to experience life in the Royal Navy.
Internationally recognised military and leadership training, as well as sporting opportunities and Adventurous Training, are designed to fit around your studies. That means you’ll be able to achieve your academic goals, while also pushing your physical limits and experiencing things you never imagined.
Be part of something unique. Join URNU East Midlands!
Lt Ben Hoffmeister RN
The Commanding Officer is in charge of their own unit. They manage the unit, staff and students. Commanding Officers’ are in charge of what their unit can participate in throughout the year. They are in charge of their own budget, safety of personnel and unit routines.
CPO Rob Greetham
The Coxswain supports the Commanding Officer and deputises as required. They are responsible for the day to day running of the unit and activities.
Lt (URNU) Matthew Jarvis RNR
The Senior Training Officer is the lead Training Officer for each unit. They oversee the syllabus for training within the unit from the training team. This can include managing the training plan and overseeing training delivery from the other Training Officers’. They have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of training, from adventure training to navigation to ship deployments.
Mr Phil Fearns
The Regional Administration Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer for carrying out the administration of unit activities.