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

Everyone deserves a high standard of education, but not everyone is able to access the education that is available to them. This may be because of physical barriers, mental barriers or social/cultural barriers. Whatever the reason though, it’s vitally important that no one feels left out because of their individual situation. That’s where you come in.

Posted on Thursday, July 18, 2024

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

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

We’re lucky to host campuses in some of the greenest settings in the UK - including the only UK campus within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But, at the University of Cumbria, our sites aren’t the only thing that’s green.

Posted on Friday, July 15, 2022

Experiential Learning was once called ‘Learning by Doing’, becoming well-known from the work of David Kolb in 1984 and his Experiential Learning Cycle Theory.

Posted on Wednesday, July 7, 2021

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

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

Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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

Andrew Weatherall is the leader of Working Group 1 - Approaches and Definitions of Climate Smart Forestry (CSF) in an EU COST Action, Climate Smart Forestry in Mountain Regions (CLIMO).

Posted on Friday, February 26, 2021

These are certainly unprecedented times, for the first time in generations we are resigned to staying within our own dwellings avoiding social contact and unnecessary travel.

Posted on Friday, February 26, 2021

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

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

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

Some people are afraid to visit the dentist. For them, visits to the dentist are associated with feelings of anxiety about having to open their mouths for a relative stranger to examine them and worse, use what looks like a sharp instrument to drill holes into their teeth.

Posted on Monday, June 3, 2019

Microbes are single-celled organisms such as bacteria, protozoa, and unicellular algae. They can be found in all sorts of environments. To date, the vast majority of microbes are still unknown.

Posted on Monday, June 3, 2019

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

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

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2019

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

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

Hi, I'm Ellie. I'm currently studying Animal Conservation in my second year and this is my blog. Enjoy!

Posted on Monday, February 4, 2019

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

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

Celebrate Halloween with us by learning about the phantoms and monsters that inhabit our campuses.

Posted on Wednesday, October 31, 2018