Barrow university campus plan features in new report setting out vital role of modern universities in levelling up agendaThe University of Cumbria’s proposed new campus in Barrow features in a new national report that highlights the vital role modern universities have to play in the levelling up agenda.
The MillionPlus universities group has presented its report – Staying local to go far: Modern universities as placemakers - to Parliament this week.
Voices unite at national choirs festivalThe University of Cumbria’s new inclusive choir has taken part in a major UK choral festival, the Cathedrals Group of UK Universities Festival 2022, at Canterbury Cathedral.
Alumni award for top teacher The University of Cumbria is proud of the vital and significant contributions our alumni make in positively transforming lives of others.
Kerryann Wilson is the recipient of our university’s Alumnus of the Year 2021 Award, which recognises former students who have demonstrated professional success which reflect the vision and values of our institution.
Feel good factor film for Lakes’ farmersIn the wake of a pioneering publication showcasing why farming matters to the Lake District’s iconic landscapes for nature recovery and climate action, a new film follows in its footsteps.
Journey and Rest: Celebrating 900 years of Carlisle Cathedral A new exhibition by 90 University of Cumbria arts students reflects 900 years of Carlisle Cathedral.
Journey and Rest: 900 years of Carlisle Cathedral is the collaborative work of the first-year Institute of Arts students, and marks the beginning of their three years of study at the university.
University of Cumbria’s vice chancellor appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant for the County of CumbriaProfessor Julie Mennell, University of Cumbria’s vice chancellor has today (Friday 29 April) been appointed as one of six new Deputy Lieutenants for the county of Cumbria.
Planning application submitted for developing a university campus as part of Barrow Learning QuarterThe University of Cumbria has submitted a formal planning application to Barrow Borough Council as part of the next steps in developing a university campus in the centre of Barrow.
PhD student’s research strengthens occupational therapy education and patient care Dr Joan Howarth has become the first to celebrate a special milestone with the University of Cumbria this week.
A Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational Therapy, she is the first to attend a graduation ceremony to receive a PhD awarded by the University of Cumbria.
Archbishop of York confers his first academic awards as new university Chancellor Special events have taken place to mark the inauguration of the Most Reverend & Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, as Chancellor of the University of Cumbria.
Special Spring graduations begin, celebrating Classes of 2020 and 2021 Five days of ceremonies have started at Carlisle Cathedral, celebrating the academic achievements, resilience and determination of 2,700 University of Cumbria graduands - Classes of 2020 and 2021
Contractor appointed for University of Cumbria flagship Carlisle campus projectUniversity of Cumbria is delighted to announce that a contractor has been appointed for the new Carlisle Citadel campus project.
Planning application submitted for flagship Carlisle campus projectUniversity of Cumbria’s flagship Carlisle Citadels campus project takes another step forward with the submission of the formal planning application to Carlisle City Council.
University of Cumbria and Imperial College London announce plans for new medical school in Carlisle The University of Cumbria and Imperial College London are working together to launch a new graduate entry medical school in Carlisle.The new school, which aims to enrol its first students in autumn 2025, will train new doctors for Cumbria and North West England to transform healthcare in local communities.
Jubilee trees boost national royal questA big tree planting bonanza has seen 900 native species introduced at key South Cumbrian sites as part of a national platinum jubilee mission. University of Cumbria students and community volunteers have got behind new woodlands at Ambleside campus, and in Barrow, for the Queen’s Green Canopy, a unique initiative celebrating 70-years of royal service.
Think tank’s fact-finding visit to North West and University of Cumbria Senior figures from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) have been visiting the University of Cumbria to see how its place-based and employer partnerships are working to address the need for more higher-level skills across the North West.
Forestry Commission announces ground-breaking apprenticeship programme for the forestry sectorA first-of-its-kind apprenticeship initiative to foster a growing, highly skilled and more diverse workforce within the forestry sector has been announced today (Monday 7 February) as National Apprenticeship Week commences.
University of Cumbria celebrated for contributing to the UK’s creative excellenceTwo alumni from the University of Cumbria, have been recognised as two of the UK’s greatest creative hits, alongside BAFTA-winning film writers, award-winning children’s authors, and global rock stars
Universities collaborate with NHS to tackle ultrasound workforce shortage Over £1million has been awarded to the Universities of Cumbria and Salford to support the education of new sonographers in North West England through a virtual North West Ultrasound Academy.
Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal awards £50 million to develop a new University of Cumbria campus The Borderlands Partnership Board has agreed to invest £50 million to enable the development of a new city centre campus for the University of Cumbria with the regeneration of the historic Citadels site in the heart of Carlisle.
Filmmaking lecturer pivotal in Channel 5 tribute to Kielder ForestA lecturer from the University of Cumbria has played a pivotal role in a new Channel 5 documentary series, Secret Life of the Forest, set to broadcast tonight (Tuesday 16 November 2021).
Nature based climate solutions in spotlight at COP26 Several university nature-based research projects are featuring at COP26 in Glasgow.
Lakes centre in major COP26 initiative
A University of Cumbria-led organisation has joined guardians of some of the biggest tracts of protected landscapes on earth in signing a pivotal COP26 statement calling for world leaders to support them.
Conference highlights shared challenges of military forces and NHS during pandemic
A leadership conference for NHS and military forces with a special focus on mental health and well-being brought about by the pandemic, took place earlier this month at the University of Cumbria’s Lancaster campus.
Students flock back to campus this week Once more the five campuses of the University of Cumbria up and down the country will be vibrant with activity as 1,900 new students arrive this week.
Short nursing courses offer fast-track to new career Two new nursing master’s degrees are on offer that let graduates qualify into their chosen field of nursing over two years, rather than the traditional three.
Community-minded Rachel’s wildlife legacy on graduating with first class honours
The 25-year-old from Warwickshire has played a pivotal role in transforming the university’s Institute of Arts campus, where she has recently completed the unique BA (Hons) Wildlife Media degree, achieving first class honours and gaining first-class results in every module of the course.
Metropolis first for pioneering masters An internationally-renowned bushcraft expert is returning to her London roots to help deliver the first master's degree course of its kind in the heart of the city.
Academics supporting young people from Cumbria to research health and wellbeing support for peers in the regionStudents from the William Howard School Sixth Form in Brampton, and members of the Carlisle Youth Zone are carrying out a number of research projects, as part of work funded by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) North East and North Cumbria (NENC).
New literature walking guide to AmblesideThe Ambleside Literary Walking Tour details the town’s long history of literary associations through a half-day walk, accompanied by words from the many celebrated poets and novelists who visited or lived in the town, including the Wordsworths, John Keats, Charlotte Brontë and Charles Dickens. The 44-page pocket-sized guidebook is written by Dr Penny Bradshaw, Programme Leader for the MA in Literature, Romanticism and the English Lake District.
Work gets underway on City transformation Work is set to get underway on a site earmarked for a £77.5 million regeneration scheme in Carlisle. As part of the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal, £50 million of funding has been allocated to transform the Citadels Buildings and the adjacent site to become a new home for the University of Cumbria, subject to Government approval.
University of Cumbria leads the way for project management education Through its Project Academy the university’s Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership works closely with Sellafield Ltd, BAE Systems, NHS, BBC, Rolls Royce and over 100 other employers to deliver a range of Project Management programmes and courses, including a number accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM).
Cumbria university strengthens links with leading Chinese medical university through outdoor learning partnership The University of Cumbria signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Guizhou Medical University (GZMU) in China that will allow selected students to complete their final year of a undergraduate or master's degree at the University of Cumbria’s Ambleside campus.
If you want to become a CEO, research shows University of Cumbria is top in the northThe University of Cumbria is the highest ranked university in the north, and 5th in the country, for students to go on to hold senior leadership positions after they graduate, with 12% of its alumni going on to become a CEO or MD.
Trainee nurses praise apprenticeship on anniversary of NHSTrainee nursing apprentices have praised the course for opening up a career that may otherwise have been out of reach, as the country celebrates the 73rd anniversary of the NHS.
Homicide research reveals society ‘blind’ to male victims of domestic violence Ground-breaking new research shows society still does not readily recognise male domestic abuse victims and some may have lost their lives as a result.
Virtual social work conference explores how the profession has adapted during the pandemicOver the last 18 months, many organisations have limited social contact due to the pandemic. Social work is no exception and a new virtual conference explores how social workers have maintained and even developed new connections and ways of working with colleagues and clients.
NHS education head virtually visits Cumbria’s only university On a virtual visit to the University of Cumbria, Chair of Health Education England (HEE), Sir David Behan praised the institution for the innovative ways it provides higher education in the North West of England.
Pine martens poised for a possible county comeback A seriously threatened species pushed to the brink of extinction could see a return to South Cumbria.
The future of pine martens and their possible reintroduction to Grizedale Forest and Rusland woodlands is currently being explored by the Back on our Map (BOOM) project.
Pioneering £14 million green deal Cumbria has set itself an ambitious target of being carbon neutral by 2037, 13 years ahead of the 2050 government target.
Leading the county drive as part of a £14 million groundbreaking business initiative is University of Cumbria’s Mike Siddall, who says the carbon-cutting Eco-I North West project has the potential for ‘massive impact’.
Productions return to Stanwix Theatre As the country slowly eases out of lockdown restrictions, many theatres are still waiting to welcome returning audiences. However, the Stanwix Theatre, based at the University of Cumbria’s Institute of the Arts, has found a novel way to open up by streaming online student-led performances
Software developed in Carlisle could transform how exams are taken in the future
A piece of software developed as a result of the pandemic that allows people to take exams in the comfort of their own homes has moved beyond pilot stage and is now being used by five universities, including the University of Cumbria.