Extraordinary year sees annual art exhibition shift online
An annual arts exhibition displaying the final works from the University of Cumbria’s masters in arts students took an unusual turn this year as it the MA Show moved fully online in response to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.
New Covid-19 asymptomatic testing starts at University of Cumbria
Asymptomatic testing sites (ATS) using lateral flow testing technology launched today, Monday 30 November 2020, at University of Cumbria’s campuses in Carlisle, Ambleside and Lancaster as part of the Government’s UK-wide drive to increase the availability of mass testing.
Cumbria’s helping hand for school and college students thinking of university
Cumbria’s university has new sources of support for school and college students who are considering their future plans.
In response to the coronavirus pandemic some elements of support from University of Cumbria's outreach team are available, for the first time, on demand to young people and others who are interested in higher education and exploring training and career options. Discover. Explore. Support includes masterclasses, 'Get Into' sessions and a wealth of information.
Pioneering actions for hard hit industry
With the hospitality industry looking for a post lockdown bounce-back funding has been found for pioneering specialist tourism management courses at University of Cumbria.
Starting in January, the UK’s first postgraduate courses of their kind aim to provide highly-skilled staff for an industry hard hit by Covid-19.
National Tree Week with a difference
As the nation celebrates its trees a South Cumbrian mission to reintroduce threatened species has pledged to plant upwards of 4,600 rare aspens.
With National Tree week running from November 28 to December 6, the Back on our Map (BOOM) project plans to start work with inmates at HMP Haverigg Prison to establish sapling growing nurseries and planting areas.
Student sisters following in parents’ footsteps to become teachers
Three sisters are aiming to follow in their parents’ footsteps by training as teachers at University of Cumbria’s London campus.
Twins Almas and Raisah Patel and their elder sister Aisha are doing the same Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) programme, specialising in delivering lower primary education to children aged 3-7 years olds.
Public invited to have their say on ambitious new plans for a new university campus at Carlisle's historic Citadels and surrounding area
Local residents, businesses, students and visitors are again being given the opportunity to have their say on ambitious new proposals for a new campus for the University of Cumbria at the historic Citadels in Carlisle. Online public consultation takes place between Friday 20 November and Friday 11 December 2020.
Domestic violence activist honoured for increasing public awareness
Dr Liz Bates from the University of Cumbria was awarded The National Men and Boys Award for Public Understanding, for making an outstanding contribution to the understanding of men and boys and their needs with her research.
Diversity research, teaching and learning enrichment at Cumbria’s university
Building upon its academic excellence and unique characteristics, University of Cumbria is enriching its teaching and learning of and research into diversity.
Recent achievements include recognition on a national stage for academic research which gives insight into factors affecting aspirant headteachers from minority ethnic and other backgrounds seeking to pursue school leadership roles; and enrichment of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) for student teachers.
Masterclass: The Application of Spectrophotometry to Forensic and Biomedical Sciences
Spectrophotometry is an important technique used to monitor enzyme activity, determine the kinetic parameters of enzymes and measure concentrations of substances such as DNA and protein.
Writing Cumbria Now: A reading and conversation with two contemporary Cumbrian poets
Poets Kate Davis and Polly Atkins discuss poetry in the Cumbrian landscape.
Teacher Training in Lockdown
Are you considering a teaching degree but are unsure how COVID is impacting learning? If so, why not come and listen to a current student talk live about their current experience and have all your questions answered.
Masterclass: Digital Investigations
We interact with the digital world on a daily basis, from social media to shopping. What information is being gathered about us and why? Who can see this data?
Masterclass: An Introduction to Wildlife Photography
Wildlife Photography has become incredibly popular in recent years, in a world of social media and instant sharing, how cna you stand out from the crowd?
Masterclass: Wildlife Tracking, Identification and Recording
Wildlife Recording is a vital part of conservation biodiversity. This session will explain why recording wildlife is so important and how the information is used.
Getting into Primary Teaching - PGCE
Looking for a career change or a career full of opportunities where you can make a positive difference? Have you considered becoming a primary school teacher?
Masterclass: Insects in a Changing Climate
Insects are the most abundant animal on the planet, with a diversity unmatched by any living thing.
Masterclass: How to pitch a Television Programme from Idea to Broadcast
Understand the mechanics of TV formats, how to pitch and present your idea and find an audience.
Masterclass: Offender Rehabilitation - Occupational Therapy in Prisons Settings
Occupational Therapists work in a variety of locations, supporting patients from all sorts of backgrounds. But how does this work when the patient is incarcerated?
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