…many other elements of business. My employer has fully supported my studies, allowing me time to attend university. Teesside University have also been really supportive – they understand the pressures of juggling university life with a full time job and family commitments. If you’re thinking that a degree apprenticeship is for you then go for it. You’re also never too old or too young to learn. Plus the fact you get to work in a cohort is much mor…
…ided excellent support.” “I enjoy being able to meet new people from other companies, going through the same course as I am. This gives me an insight into the type of work others do in different departments and businesses.” Jason says working alongside his studies has not just benefitted him financially, it has made the content much more interesting to study as he can apply straight away to his day-to-day work, at Tony Gee and partners, where he i…
…will help design modules with real-world challenges, lead tutorials on news, lifestyle, politics and entertainment, and host talks. Students will also be given the opportunity of work experience in the newsroom alongside the HuffPost editorial team. Jess Brammar, Executive Editor of HuffPost UK: “We couldn’t be more thrilled to be partnering with Birmingham City University to welcome students to the HuffPost Centre for Journalism. We love what Bir…
…f sectors, including teaching, biomedical science, health care, social work, computing, and construction and the built environment – all areas where skills are needed to support the Grand Challenges of the Industrial Strategy. New programmes are being developed and offered in civil engineering, chartered town planning, business, law, accounting, occupational therapy, podiatry, advanced clinical practice and nursing. Ria French, who works in the HR…
…oss 12 expert programmes They deliver Degree Apprenticeships in the digital, legal, engineering, health and education sectors as well as those in leadership and management. They are one of the UK’s leading education providers for public sector Degree Apprenticeships. Gilmar Queiros, Head of Skills and Apprenticeships, at the University of Hertfordshire, said: “We have worked closely with Hertfordshire County Council to help them attract new tale…
…one of the country’s largest providers of health and social work education, with over 350 qualified nurses, allied health professionals and social workers graduating from the University each year. Jackie Kelly, Dean of the School of Health and Social Work, said: “Key to our success is the close working relationships and collaboration with our partners, ensuring that our education and research programmes are of the highest quality and relevant to…
…r Childcare and Early Years (PACEY), a membership organisation representing 30,000 professionals working across the childcare and early years’ sector. Susanna has extensive experience as a researcher and public policy professional, having worked for a variety of organisations including the Equality and Human Rights Commission, the Hansard Society, and the Institute for Public Policy Research. She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from…
…he value and impact of technical and professional universities for students, communities and industry Our Objectives University Alliance has a collective and influential policy voice. Membership of the University Alliance is highly valued and sought after. Alliance universities are widely valued for the benefits they bring to students, society and to the economy. University Alliance networks are delivering meaningful, timely and positive outcomes…
…ic Affairs. Prior to joining UA, Beth was campaign manager at Universities UK, developing and leading the successful MadeAtUni campaign. Before this, she led on political and public affairs at Universities Wales. Her career began in the student movement where she held various elected roles including president of the National Union of Students in Wales, and representative of the European Students’ Union in Brussels. During her time in NUS, Beth was…
…ortium, co-led with King’s College London and the Behavioural Insights Team, will build a comprehensive national evidence base on widening access and participation in higher education – to underpin universities work on the ground. It was announced in a wide ranging speech on access by Universities Minister Chris Skidmore on a visit to Nottingham (28th February, 2019). It also came as the OfS’ new guidance for access and participation plans, which…
