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  1. Innovative training programme allows Brighton students to join COVID-19 testing workforce

    November 6, 2020

    A biomedical science training programme developed at the University of Brighton has been praised by a professional body for its ability to withstand coronavirus pressures. The training programme, designed by Senior Lecturer in Biosciences Simonne Weeks, allows students studying Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) to join a placement Frontier Pathology laboratories, giving them a chance to work towards the Institute […]

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  2. Bristol Robotics lab helps provide access to art for disabled people in self-isolation

    November 6, 2020

    Disabled people experiencing extreme isolation due to coronavirus can now use robots to remotely access one of Britain’s most well-known art galleries, thanks to a unique Bristol Robotics Laboratory collaboration. Telepresence robots, part of the D4D project, are being used to connect people who are experiencing extreme isolation as they are required to shield during […]

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  4. Hertfordshire working together to improve mental health services for students

    November 2, 2020

    The University of Hertfordshire has been working closely with Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) to enhance its mental health and wellbeing services, including linking students with appropriate expert support and referring students for fast assessments if they are seriously unwell. In short: Two years ago HPFT appointed a Community Mental Health Nurse/Cognitive Behavioural […]

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  5. National Care Leaver’s Week 2020 – how Kingston University is helping care leavers through their studies

    October 30, 2020

    This article first appeared on the Kingston University website on the 29 October. Kingston University’s KU Cares programme offers tailored support to help care leavers through their studies, says Beth Taswell. This week mark’s National Care Leaver’s Week 2020 – a week that brings awareness to this group of young people, highlights some of the […]

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  6. A postcode lottery is stopping children in care from going to university

    October 29, 2020

    This article first appeared in the Guardian on 29 October 2020  There have been far too few care leavers going to university for far too long. The numbers are staggering: just 12% of care-experienced pupils compared to 42% of their peers. It’s not fair that care leavers should have far worse educational and life chances […]

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  8. Chair-based exercise routine created by Oxford Brookes to help people stay active and healthy during lockdown

    October 27, 2020

    Academics at Oxford Brookes University have devised a chair-based exercise programme for anyone whose daily routine, health and wellbeing has been affected or disrupted by COVID-19. The ten-minute programme is particularly appropriate for people with mobility problems, long-term health issues and those whose normal daily activities have been restricted by the lockdown. In short: The […]

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  9. Hertfordshire law students volunteer for Stevenage welfare benefits appeals project

    October 27, 2020

    A pilot initiative from the University of Hertfordshire’s Law School and Citizens Advice Stevenage will offer students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced welfare benefit specialists. Running for an initial six-month period, the service will provide advice, casework and advocacy support to people wishing to appeal the refusal of welfare […]

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  10. UA partnership with 10000BlackInterns programme to deliver transformative opportunities for Black students

    October 27, 2020

    University Alliance have today (27 October) joined major organisations and representatives from industry, education and politics to announce the launch of 10,000 Black Interns, an ambitious programme to transform prospects of young Black people in the United Kingdom. The 10,000 Black Interns programme will offer paid work experience across a wide range of sectors, providing […]

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