…ite getting the grades he needed to study law at another university was something completely new to him when he picked up the phone to get in touch with Kingston University’s hotline. “At first I didn’t know much about Clearing because it’s not something we have in South Africa,” he said. “Initially it was a little daunting, but once I called Kingston’s Clearing hotline the operators were incredibly helpful. They quickly put me at ease and explain…
…nerating team spirit, support and connectivity through virtual activities. Entrepreneurship Team, UWE Bristol– for developing a pioneering degree programme underpinned by experiential, team-based, self-managed entrepreneurial learning. Braveheart award Birmingham City University lecturer in fashion business and promotion Sophie Johnson, for her energy, inclusiveness and positivity in the face of adversity, and her passion taking the work of the…
…Thanks to our close relationships with local NHS Trusts, private and independent organisations, we have an excellent employability record; 99% of our graduates from Adult Nursing and Nursing Associate courses were in professional occupations 15 months after completing their course (Guardian University Guide 2023). We were the first higher education institution to become a member of the Florence Nightingale Foundation Academy. The Foundation focus…
…ch as advanced adult and paediatric life support skills, acute and high dependency clinical skills, first aid and communication skills. The SIM men and SIM baby mannequins are complete with software, which is used to replicate real symptoms, and are enhanced by the manipulation of for example blood pressure, pulse and heart rate for extra realism. SIM Man can also “talk” to the students which adds another dimension to their use in teaching clinica…
…activities. Rob Seaborne Liverpool John Moore University for his proactive engagement in leading and developing mental health resources and an open and honest approach He is a model UA DTA ambassador and student. He moved from a sport science-based background to a PhD research project heavily embedded in molecular and cellular biology. He approached this challenge with 100% commitment and a desire to add something quite fundamental to our knowledg…
…ssful launch of the #100black interns, where leading players in the investment management industry have come together to address the chronic underrepresentation of Black talent in their sector. Since its launch in August, the programme has garnered extraordinary support with 200 investment management companies offering internships in the Summer of 2021 to Black students in the United Kingdom as a way of attracting a more diverse range of talent to…
…ark Studios from the University of Huddersfield Four video game design students from the University of Huddersfield won a total of £1,150 from four investors for their business Ocean Spark Studios. Zachray Cundall, Ellie Brown, Helen Andrzejowska and Daniel Jones showed off footage from their roleplaying video game Tetra – Elemental Awakening. Nasir Kunduzi and Brendan Spaun of Texmo University of Hertfordshire student, Nasir Kunduzi, along with b…
…ntage. “As a newbie to healthcare entirely, the clinical domain was a complete enigma to me, but the skills lab was a fantastic place to begin to develop and enhance my clinical skills in a safe, supportive environment. Despite being taught certain skills within the lab, there were times where I lacked confidence. I voiced my worries to my skills lecturer and she set up extra sessions for anyone that felt they needed extra support.” Caroline Buttr…
…wn after use. Andrew’s business idea is aimed at consumers looking for convenient solutions to exercising in limited spaces at home. Dinky Do Dah! Ashema Edwards – Kingston University Dinky Do Dah! is a pop-up nail bar exclusively for children. It uses age appropriate products and designs to deliver a fun service at parties and events. Ashema will pitch the company’s new nail art patches at the competition. Visit dinkydodah.com to see their fun de…
…ty College Manchester for eight years taking them from LEA control to independence. Nadia Fortune-Nesbit, Business & Operations Manager, Cariocca Enterprises Nadia oversees the day-to-day running of Cariocca, ensuring that it can fulfill its role in helping the city’s entrepreneurs flourish and achieve success in their businesses. She says that the favourite part of her job is knowing that Cariocca has helped a new business take its first step,…
