A personal statement is your chance to highlight the experiences and talents that make you, YOU! Whether it’s a school project, work experience, volunteering, or even a book that inspired you, this is your chance to explain what drives your passion for your chosen course. In this blog, we share tips and strategies to help you craft a standout statement with ease.

Posted on Monday, December 2, 2024

Tagged Applications, Undergraduate

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

Congratulations, you’ve done your research, been to the open days, and discussed your options with family and friends. Now it’s time to start on your application! But where do you begin? Applying for university is very exciting, but it can also feel like a whirlwind. If you're finding the process a little overwhelming, don’t panic! We’ve put together some information and handy tips to help you along the way.

Posted on Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Tagged Applications, Undergraduate

Choosing which degree to study is exciting, but it’s natural to feel uncertain too. You’ll typically spend 3-4 years studying your chosen subject, and your degree will open doors for you in your future career, so it’s important to think carefully about your decision. To help you decide on your next steps, these are our top tips for how to choose what university degree to do.

Posted on Friday, October 27, 2023

Tagged Applications, Undergraduate

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

If you have an interest in healthcare, technology, and working directly with patients, a career as a radiographer might be an ideal choice for you. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to becoming a radiographer and shed light on this rewarding and fulfilling profession.

Posted on Friday, June 23, 2023

Tagged Employability, Radiography, Undergraduate

Are you passionate about a career in policing? If so you may be thinking about jumping feet first and applying to join the forces. But have you considered the advantages of studying for a degree in Professional Policing at the University of Cumbria? We’re going to explore some of the exciting benefits that come with choosing this route.

Posted on Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Tagged Criminology, Employability, Policing, Undergraduate

A personal statement forms part of your university application. It is your chance to tell a university who you are, why you’re interested in your chosen subject, and what your hopes are for the future. You’re passionate about what you want to study, right? So this is your opportunity to show that and explain how your existing experiences and interests demonstrate this passion.

Posted on Saturday, December 10, 2022

Tagged Undergraduate

Applying to university can feel like a daunting task, but if you break it down into manageable chunks, you’ll have plenty of time to make your application as strong as it can be and pick the course of your dreams. Here are our four simple steps to the undergraduate application process so you feel confident and prepared.

Posted on Monday, November 28, 2022

Tagged Undergraduate

The much awaited, and long delayed review of Special Educational needs and Disability (SEND) was published in March 2022. But what does it say, and how does it reflect the difference University of Cumbria educators are already making to the lives of SEND children and young people?

Posted on Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Tagged Education, Health and Wellbeing, LED, Postgraduate, Undergraduate

There's no shortage of advice and info online about applying to university. It can be easy to get overwhelmed by how much there is out there. Especially when something contradicts the last thing you read. So let's look at some of the most common myths around higher education.

Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2022

Tagged Student Life, Undergraduate

Is university right for you? You’ll have a lot of people giving their opinion. Teachers, friends, random family members you see once a year. Then you go online and you get even more confused about what to do.

Posted on Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Tagged Student Life, Undergraduate

With over 390 higher education institutions and 50,000 courses in the UK , we understand that it can be difficult to narrow down where you want to go. This guide will set you on your way to shortlisting universities for your UCAS application.

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2022

Tagged Applications, Student Life, Undergraduate

Like the sound of working in education, but not sure what careers are out there? Take it from us, there are hundreds of exciting and fulfilling education roles for you to discover. Keep reading to get inspired by a future career in education...

Posted on Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Tagged Education, Undergraduate

There’s no better way to discover if a university is for you than by whole-heartedly throwing yourself into one of its open days. You’re free to soak up the atmosphere, wander the corridors, meet the staff and students and get a real feel for the place. A website, regardless of how professional and informative it is, just can’t compare to a real life experience.

Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2022

Tagged Applications, Postgraduate, Student Hub, Student Life, Undergraduate

So, your A Levels are coming up soon and it’s time to get revising, but where to begin?! You aren’t alone in feeling the pressure, but we are here to offer you our top revision tips and tricks to get you exam organised.

Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2022

Tagged Student Hub, Undergraduate

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

To celebrate International Women’s Day and inspire the girls and women of Cumbria, we have reached out to our wonderful academic team to hear a few of the inspirational stories that make the University of Cumbria the thriving, supportive community that it is. From women who were told their potential was limited or had to overcome barriers to achieve professional success, our message to you today is that it’s possible and you can do it. Happy International Women’s Day!

Posted on Monday, March 8, 2021

Tagged Art and Design, Children and Families, Education, Health and Wellbeing, Postgraduate, Research, Undergraduate

You will need to be confident in your decision and positive that you've made the right decision for you. Will the university you are considering live up to expectations as well as deliver the knowledge and support you need to succeed.

Posted on Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Tagged Undergraduate

We've put together a guide on UCAS offers and how to reply to them so you find the right university place for you.

Posted on Monday, February 17, 2020

Tagged Undergraduate

What did you dream of becoming when you were younger? A singer or a race-car driver? Or maybe a lawyer, police officer or filmmaker? If you didn’t get the grades you wanted in high school or college, it’s highly likely that you may have settled for a career that wasn’t your first choice. What you may not realise, is that you really can achieve your career goals if you follow an alternative study

Posted on Friday, August 16, 2019

Tagged Undergraduate

Coming to university is a big decision, so it's important to make sure you've got all your questions covered, that's why an Open Day can be really useful.

Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Tagged Postgraduate, Undergraduate

Student happiness is always a high priority for all universities, but particularly the University of Cumbria. The reason is self-evident - happier students are more engaged and more inclined to find their time in university fulfilling and useful.

Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Tagged Student Hub, Undergraduate

Amy here, a 1st year Outdoor Leadership student. In relation to choosing a university I can only draw from personal and peer experiences, therefore I will probably be a little biased towards my own (brilliant) course. Nevertheless, I will endeavour to impart practical, honest and mostly relevant advice that will help you compare universities and courses.

Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2019

Tagged Ambleside, Outdoor Studies, Student Life, Undergraduate