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

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

World Wetlands Day is celebrated on the 2nd Feb to raise global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet. This year’s theme is 'It's time for wetland restoration' which highlights the importance of wetlands and encourages action to restore and maintain them.

Posted on Monday, January 30, 2023

Tagged Ambleside, Geography, Postgraduate, Research, Wildlife Media

When studying at a University like ours, there's plenty of opportunities to get involved in the local community, as a volunteer, through work, or just by experiencing the rich culture our Lake District locations have to offer.

Posted on Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Tagged Ambleside

Ambleside's stunning setting and active community makes this the perfect place for fitness-focused students.

Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Tagged Ambleside

Known as ‘the jewel in Lakeland’s crown’, Ambleside is a perfect blend of wild countryside and cosy comforts, with lots to offer in the way of entertainment. Whether you love an active day exploring nature, nights out with your friends, or a relaxing spa day with dinner and a movie, you’ll have so much to choose from here.

Posted on Monday, March 1, 2021

Tagged Ambleside

Our beautiful homeland has received a very special mention by a certain popstar this week. None other than Taylor Swift has talked about “The Lakes” in her new album “Folklore”!

Posted on Friday, August 14, 2020

Tagged Ambleside, Art and Design, Business, Conservation, Forestry, Geography, Health and Wellbeing, Media Arts, National School of Forestry, Outdoor Studies, Paramedic, Physiotherapy, Policing, Science, Sport, Student Life, Wildlife Media

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

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

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

Student Ellie Weir talks Animal Conservation opportunities in the UK and around the world.

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Tagged Ambleside, Conservation

The days of pub crawls are past, as walkers, scramblers and climbers alike are evolving their post hill traditions to encompass the coffee shop debrief. Whether you’re a ‘neck three before lectures’ kind of drinker, or a ‘sit, sip and relax’ sort of drinker, every caffeine consumer can appreciate a good cuppa when they’re presented with one.

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2019

Tagged Ambleside

We’ve all been there, the bank statement reads like an average temperature in the Arctic and you hardly have the time or energy to muster up a three-course Sunday roast. But beans on toast…again?

Posted on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Tagged Ambleside

Forestry is many things to many people and one of the major land use types in the UK. Woodland cover currently sits at 13% in the UK while only around 6% is described as urban or developed. This shows how important forestry is to land management in the UK.

Posted on Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Tagged Ambleside, Forestry

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