1,278 University of Cumbria reviews

There is a dedicated careers advice team and a head start programme to develop employability skills. As part of my course there are yearly placements and the lecturers promote developing transferable skills

I like the fact that my cohort is small (14 students) and we all have a passion for the field of inclusion. The lecturers are really approachable and knowledgeable. Sometimes I feel the order that the different subjects are taught do not meet the timescale for placements

10

The student union are proactive and very supportive of new ideas, however (as a mature student) I feel that a lot of the focus is on younger students

The Lancaster campus is quite small, but I like this. The newer buildings are well equipped, but some of the older buildings are starting to look a little shabby. I really like the many study and chill out areas on offer

As a mature student who has lived locally for many years, I do not feel best placed to answer this question

There are a wide range of clubs and societies although the majority are sport based

There is a lot of support offered to students both academic and personal. I have used the library service that offers 1 to 1 support to discuss assignments and found it very helpful

My career enhanced programme. Very vocational focussed coursecwith 5 placements

Good use of online resources. Lecturers are accommodating but also encourage independent thinking and critical skills. The timetabling feels erratic.

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I know they are there but I have not had need of them. There rolw seems to be more about support than social opportunities as compared with my orevious uni experiences in th 1990s and early 2000s

I live in a different city, Lancaster and i am lucky enough to use all the facilities and study there when i dont gave conract tine. Although I can't really comment on Carlisle, Lancaster is a vibrant, family friendly city.

I don't know.

Good.

work placements are available for full time students completing my course. As i am completing my course on a part time basis, this is not required for me, however, it has a careers department, and offers great distance learning courses specific to your current role, creating promotion possibilities. Also available is a 'career enriched' tab on your home page, which offers internships.

My course is fully distance learning, which was my only option, due to full time employment (based in Northern Ireland). The course tutors are fully contactable, and reply to any queries very quickly. It is taught in bite-size, step wise approach, which is not overwhelming. Everything, is completed online, and very easily accessible.

4

I'm fully distance learning, part time. However, it has been offered to me.

N/a (distance learning online)

N/A distance learning

N/A distance learning

Very good support involved. The tutors feedback and respond in a timely manner, which is vital for me, as i am not based there, and rely on everything being done online, without face to face. Counselling is made available and is easily found online.

50% of degree is spent on placement

Mixture of theory and practical sessions

37.5

Involved in all years and approachable

Very good

Quiet but pleasant

Good

Excellent

we have work placements throughout each year, they hold careers events, let us know when jobs in our sector are available to apply for. have a board in our department with opportunities on

I really like the way the sessions are run with part lectures and then group work. I also like the practical sessions in the lab.

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I think they run good events and hold lots of information sessions but can understand why it may be difficult for mature students to understand why they are coming to us to talk about nightlife etc because it may not be relevant to them.

Very good. They have excellent facilities relating to our course specifically and goood access to laptops and a good range of books in the library, especially since you can request ones that you want if they arent there.

It is a very safe city and the nightlife is quite good as everything is close together. there is good access to the lake district.

i dont know

The support is excellent. Appointments are easily made for counselling etc if required as the emails are easy to access and we receve good feedback very quickly from our tutors and then support sessions if required

Having completed my Bachelor's degree more than ten years ago, I find myself now a mature student, undertaking my MSc studies with the aim of transitioning in my career into the field of Coaching and Mentoring, Whilst I don't have specific experience in this field, I have informally coached and mentored thus far throughout my career, though it would be difficult for potential employers to equate that into physical experience. My course has been fantastic in equipping me with theoretical models, hands on practical coaching experience, and practical business planning skills to help equip me with the option to create and manage my own coaching business, exploring the reality of financial investment, and turnover required, which has been a valuable asset in supporting me explore options for my future. Coaching isn't yet a regulated industry, however, the University of Cumbria has partnered with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) to provide students with the opportunity to become accredited coaches once they have completed a number of coaching hours, which will help improve employment prospects, and credibility to the profession. I have also had the pleasure of being taught and supported by some incredible lecturers at the university, who have lots of experience in industry, and the field, which has supported them in becoming well-rounded academics. Their varied experience has allowed me to see additional career options in the field, and through regular supervision sessions with my lecturer, we've discussed my coaching practice, style, skills, and career options at length which has helped equip me beyond my course. Whilst studying I have applied for a number of positions and gained interviews for roles within the field of coaching and mentoring, which without beginning my studies, I know I wouldn't have been able to obtain. The best thing about the course however, has to be how much I've learned about myself through personal development, and reflection, which is a transferable skill I've already adopted in every aspect of my life.

I typically have two full contact days per month, which is adequate given the course is part time, and I'm studying alongside a full time job. I love the contact days, and feel energised from the group, my peers and lecturers. I'm lucky to have such a supportive group around me and we regularly keep in touch in-between contact days to support one another with our learning. The distance learning van be difficult, and this is something I've found challenging at times, however I have been able to reach out to my peers and lecturers for support, and I've also utilised the library team who have helped me develop my skills and resources for searching for relevant literature and writing a literature review.

0.7

I don't get involved, only because I am based at another campus and only travel to university for contact days.

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Support is fantastic, and I have personal and academic support from my lecturer and personal supervisor, who has been brilliant in supporting and encouraging me when I have been struggling with academic studies, academic writing and overall motivation. Additionally, the university has been able to support my with library studies, searching for relevant information and returning to education.

i have the ability to increase employability through the lessons that i have learnt with examples from the university, my study has taught me alot and given me confidence

i like the teachers and the way they explain with examples of real life experiences, they let other students give their opinions and stories of real life experiences and this is a good lesson learnt. the slides are easy to follow and available any time.

10

i'm not involved with the student union maybe because i'm a mature student

The facilities are pretty good and clean

i love the city life

i have not been involved with the clubs and societies

The support is amazing i am enjoying the university life a lot and have become more confident and have learnt a lot, help is available online and in person.

I think they do career fairs but they also encourage you to get good placements

I like how practical my course is and we have half lectures half seminars. Its really good how interactive we can be to consolidate knowledge. I do find lectures hard work though because of the fast paced way in which my tutors teach.

10

The student union seems very basic, i dont think they put on many events, if they do I've not heard about them. They did put on a bar crawl during freshers and its been by far my favourite night out

The accomodation is nice but small. I have an en suite room so pay a little bit extra than my friends but i really like it. Maintenance come out really quick to fix anything that needs doing urgently and it feels safe.

You can't complain about any of the facilities at uni. All the PCs work well and even though the library is small you can order litterally any book and they will get it ti you asap.

Lancaster is a very sleepy city. It seems very safe and if you know where to go you can have a really good night out. It doesnt have a lot going on in terms of activities though, just lots of shops and resturants.

Very limited, I'm not actually in a society. I tried out for cheerleading but decided it wasn't for me. You can set up your own society though if you gather enough interest.

You're allocated a personal tutor for the year and you can set up meetings at your own request on anything bothering you. They also have loads of support workers floating all around the place and i would feel confident that id know how to access them if i needed to.

We are actively encouraged to participate in CPD activities such as attending enrichment lectures, attending conferences and having talks from employers. We also have 1000 hours of high quality placements with supportive educators and tutor support at university.

I most like the practice placements as I feel this is when I am able to understand the theory and put it into practice. As this is a condensed course, often modules feel rushed, which is my least favourite element of the course.

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They’re okay. They don’t seem to understand the demands of health courses and aren’t very engaged with us.

Considering the size of the university, I feel they are very good. You can always get access to a computer and there is a good library.

As Carlisle is a small place, you feel safe. There’s plenty to do.

There is an freshers fair every year with loads to offer! The sports groups are great

Excellent. The wait for counselling is very short and they take you seriously if you have any support needs. Tutor feedback is always available and is of a high quality. They want you to succeed and help you as much as they possibly can!

By developing a course that is recognised by professional bodies. Training to enhance leadership and innovative practice

huge amounts of important resources provided, good system of support and feedback. though overly long and intense assignments

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I don't get involved as I study remotely

I study remotely so not sure

great

I study remotely so unable to participate

Very good