Degree vs Degree Apprenticeships
Why Choose a Degree Over a Degree Apprenticeship? Your Guide to Making the Right Choice for You. Deciding between a degree and a degree apprenticeship can feel like a big decision. Both paths offer unique benefits and can set you up for success in your future career. However, while apprenticeships provide a practical, hands-on experience, choosing a traditional degree can open the door to a broader range of opportunities, both academically and personally. Here's why opting for a degree at a university like the University of Cumbria might be the ideal path for you.
Posted on Monday, September 16, 2024
Tagged Ambleside, Applications, Carlisle, Lancaster, London, Undergraduate
A Letter To my First Year Self...
Graduating University of Cumbria Students share their words of wisdom to first years as they embark on a new chapter.
Posted on Friday, October 6, 2023
Tagged Ambleside, Carlisle, Lancaster, London, Student Hub, Student Life, Undergraduate
Get out and about in Carlisle
With two different campuses in the beautiful and historic city of Carlisle, University of Cumbria students and visitors have plenty to see and do.
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022
Tagged Carlisle
Should I attend an Open Day as a PGCE Applicant?
So, you’re thinking about studying for your PGCE. Maybe you’ve started your research on our website, or talked to a friend who’s already completed their training, but what’s the next step? Coming to an Open Day is a fantastic way to learn more about becoming a trainee teacher and completing a PGCE.
Posted on Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Tagged Alumni, Carlisle, Education, Lancaster, Postgraduate
Get involved in Carlisle's culture
With two different campuses in the beautiful and historic city of Carlisle, University of Cumbria students and visitors have plenty to see and do.
Posted on Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Tagged Carlisle, Student Life
Get active in Carlisle
With two different campuses in the beautiful and historic city of Carlisle, University of Cumbria students and visitors have plenty to see and do.
Posted on Monday, May 17, 2021
Tagged Carlisle
How to write a good personal statement for a degree in Psychology
Write a brilliant personal statement to support your psychology degree application for university with top tips from our expert lecturers.
Posted on Thursday, May 6, 2021
Tagged Carlisle, Psychology
5 ways you’ll be prepared for your future career with our Health and Social Care Integrated Foundation Year
If you're interested in getting into a career in Health and Social Care then our integrated foundation year route can provide the stepping stone you need to get into higher education and reach your goals. Read below to find out 5 ways our course will prepare you for your ideal future Health or Social Care career.
Posted on Thursday, April 29, 2021
Tagged Carlisle, Health and Wellbeing, Lancaster, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Undergraduate
Psychology Research in Focus
Our Psychology department is home to a number of lecturers and students who are actively researching and contributing to the development of leading research within the field of Psychology. This blog will be updated frequently to introduce the different topics that are being researched within the team.
Posted on Friday, November 6, 2020
Tagged Carlisle, Health and Wellbeing, Psychology
How can creative writing help individuals struggling with their mental health?
Each year for National Poetry Day, third-year mental health nursing students explore the use of creative writing, in particular poetry, as an alternative medium for mental health nurses to consider using with clients in clinical practice.
Posted on Thursday, November 5, 2020
Tagged Carlisle, Health and Wellbeing, Lancaster, Nursing
Why become a nurse?
Nursing is a graduate profession which requires you to not only develop competency in practice but also your knowledge and understanding of the evidence base which informs your care. It is a challenging yet rewarding career which provides you with a wealth of opportunities in very different care settings.
Posted on Thursday, August 13, 2020
Tagged Carlisle, Employability, Health and Wellbeing, Lancaster, Midwifery, Nursing
What is psychology and which careers can it lead to?
Interest in psychology, the study of mind and behaviour has grown significantly in the last 15 years. Psychology is now one of the most popular degree choices with over 100 000 students applying to study it each year in the UK.
Posted on Sunday, August 9, 2020
Tagged Carlisle, Health and Wellbeing, Psychology
5 Offbeat Facts about Cumbria
To celebrate our upcoming Virtual Open Day, we're focusing on each of our campuses and giving you 5 fun facts about their locations.Today we look at Cumbria as a whole...
Posted on Thursday, June 4, 2020
Tagged Ambleside, Carlisle, Student Life
Top 3 Places to Eat, Drink and Visit Near our Campuses
You’re considering moving to one of our campuses and you’re faced with the burning question, what will I do when I’m not in lectures? To help you figure that out we have compiled our top 3 places to eat, drink and visit when living in Lancaster, Carlisle or Ambleside.
Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Tagged Ambleside, Carlisle, Lancaster, Student Life
Where can I learn to be a ‘wildlife cameraman'?
If you have a passion for media and discovering our natural world, studying wildlife media could be the perfect route into a rewarding career.
Posted on Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Tagged Carlisle, Conservation, Media Arts, Wildlife Media
The Ghosts of Cumbria: A Halloween special
Celebrate Halloween with us by learning about the phantoms and monsters that inhabit our campuses.
Posted on Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Tagged Ambleside, Carlisle, Lancaster, London, Student Life