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WE ARE CUMBRIA
PASSIONATE ABOUT PEOPLE, PLACE, AND PARTNERSHIPS.
This is the place to prepare for your career. With close link to local Law Firms, Police Forces, Youth Centres, NHS Trusts, Schools and Colleges, and Practising Artists, the skills and knowledge you gain at Cumbria prepare you for the world of work post-graduation.
We are a Cathedrals Group University. We recognise that education, now more than ever, must focus on a deeper purpose, a commitment to fairness, an inclusive ethos and a rounded view on how people grow and thrive.
Our research informs your academic studies, with a focus on learning technical skills inline with the latest information and technology. We are here to help you achieve your full potential.
That's why 97% of our graduates enter employment or further study within 15 months of graduating.(HESA, 2023).
WHERE IT ALL STARTED
The University of Cumbria was formed in 2007 by the merger of St Martin’s College, Cumbria Institute of the Arts and University of Central Lancashire’s Cumbria sites, operating from campuses spread across Cumbria and North Lancashire. We may be a relatively new university, but we are steeped in history dating right the way back to 1822.
The university is continuing to grow, expanding in geographical terms as well as academic scope.
CUMBRIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS
Cumbria Institute of the Arts has a long history in Carlisle which began with the establishment of the Society for the Encouragement of Fine Arts in October 1822.
A new Academy of Arts was established in 1823 and in 1950 was renamed as the Carlisle College of Art. The institution was officially designated a higher education institute on 1 August 1997.
To reflect its academic growth and development, the institution gained approval from the privy council to change its name to Cumbria Institute of the Arts in 2002.
The institution was a founding member of AGHEC (Advisory Group for Higher Education in Cumbria) which was established in July 1999 by HEFCE to include the HEIs represented in Cumbria, Cumbria County Council and the North West Regional Development Agency.
In 2003, AGHEC transferred into University Education in Cumbria (UeC) working with Sir Brian Fender. The work undertaken by UeC underpins the current establishment of the University of Cumbria.
ST MARTIN'S COLLEGE
The Lancaster campus of the University of Cumbria started life as a barracks for the King's Own Royal Regiment and it was this association which gave the teaching college its name - St. Martin's - after a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity.
With the kind permission of the Museum for the King's Own Royal Regiment we have a gallery of images from their archive and a collection from our own.
The King’s Own Royal Regiment vacated the barracks and the site was purchased by the Church of England. Former armouries, barracks and other buildings were converted and others demolished to be replaced by new buildings designed by Charles Pike.
Post-war review of teacher training led to the instigation of Lancaster College of Education 1962. The first intake of 89 students (supported by 13 staff) was in 1964.
From the start, the college planned to teach degrees as well as Certificates of Education and pioneered the four year BA Hons with QTS. By 1966 the college was teaching PGCE students.
The college developed courses in nursing and later radiography, occupational health, social work and continuing professional development courses for health professionals. Strong relationships were forged with NHS trust training departments, and many health professionals can be seen proudly wearing both St. Martin’s and University of Cumbria badges on their uniforms to this day.
The college developed courses in humanities, arts and sport, and a mini building boom ensued in the late 1990s with the development of the Sports Centre, Humanities building, Hugh Pollard Lecture Theatre and new accommodation.
In the late 1990s St. Martin's took over the management of Charlotte Mason College in Ambleside. The London campuses followed, strengthening the emphasis on teaching.
The acquisition of the former hospital buildings at Fusehill Street in Carlisle saw the expansion of health, teaching, arts, humanities and business courses in Cumbria.
The Carlisle campus developed with new halls of residence, a sport centre and in 2006 the Learning Gateway building.
In 2006 the College embarked on its journey to secure University Title and Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP). Following review by the Quality Assurance Agency the College received approval from the Privy Council on 10th July 2006 in respect of TDAP.
The College then as part of the establishment of the University of Cumbria applied for university title and a change in name after gaining Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP). The Privy Council confirmed its approval and change of name to University of Cumbria with effect from 1st August 2007.
CHARLOTTE MASON
Born in 1842, Charlotte Mason was an experienced school teacher who passionately believed in the importance of education for all members of society regardless of gender or social class. Charlotte’s philosophy was that children should be valued as people and should be educated through real situations.
After 15 years of teaching at primary level, Charlotte began to publish her ideas on childhood education and subsequently published regularly in Parents' Review. In 1891 she moved to Ambleside and set up a training school.
After her death the school was managed by the county until the 1990’s when it became part of Lancaster University. St. Martin’s College took over the management of the college in the late 1990s.
During this period the Charlotte Mason building was built; a home for the library and student resources. At the same time outdoor courses were developed from Hill Top building and business courses at the former Kelsick School building, a short distance from the main campus.
Ambleside continues to host courses in outdoors, business, leadership and sustainability.
A GROWING UNIVERSITY
In 2012 we launched our innovative Institute for Leadership and Sustainability (IFLAS) at our Ambleside campus. Major redevelopment work of the Ambleside campus started the following year, and in 2014 the Lake District campus officially became home to the National School of Forestry, the Centre for Wildlife Conservation and our outdoor studies courses - more outdoor students study with us than with any other higher education institution in Europe.
The university’s commitment to provision in London continued, with its campus (originally created by St. Martin’s College) relocating to new premises in East India Dock Road in 2013.
Other developments in 2013 included the creation of our University of Cumbria Business School at our Lancaster campus and the launch of Carlisle Business Interaction Centre at Paternoster Row.
Lord Digby Jones visited our Ambleside campus in 2014 to officially launch our Rural Growth Hub – a new facility designed to help business thrive in the National Park.
One of our major goals is to grow university participation in west Cumbria. Since 2009 we have been delivering courses at Energus, Workington, and in 2013 we opened our University Centre at Furness College, Barrow-in-Furness.
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We are dedicated to helping those within our local communities. By fundraising for charities, supporting local festivals and running our Young Care Leavers programme, we continuously foster the development of the communities to which we belong.
MEETING THE CONDITIONS OF YOUR OFFER
Congratulations on being offered a place!
Below you can find more information about your offer and how to show you have met any conditions of offer or registration. If your conditions of registration include a DBS, Overseas Police Check or Medical check please make sure you read these sections carefully.
CONDITIONAL OFFERS
A conditional offer means that you are required to meet certain conditions before beginning your degree with us.
Any conditions of offer will be detailed on UCAS Hub, DfE Apply or your offer email if you applied directly. Your conditions are also on your applicant portal (for UCAS/PGCE applicants 24 hours after your offer email).
A condition of offer may be:
- Getting the required A-level results (or an equivalent qualification).
- Passing your honours degree at the required grade.
- GCSEs
CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION
Any conditions of registration will be listed in your offer communication. A condition of registration may be:
- Sending us further information such as references
- Undertaking criminal background and medical checks for health, education and sport (DBS only)
- Sending us evidence of your GCSE and/or Level 3 qualifications
- Satisfactory clinical visits forms
UNCONDITIONAL OFFERS
A small number of applicants each year receive an unconditional offer. This is an offer of a place on your chosen course with no academic conditions or requirements. For example, if you have taken a break between leaving school or college before applying to university, you will already know your GCSE and level 3 results when you apply, enabling us to make you an unconditional offer.Even with an unconditional offer we still need to see evidence of your qualifications and you must provide these as this evidence is a condition of you registering on the programme. (see below for further details on when to provide this evidence). Please give yourself enough time to apply for new copies of certificates if you cannot locate them.
ACCEPTING YOUR OFFER
Once you have decided that the University of Cumbria is the right place for you, it is time to accept your offer.
ACADEMIC INSTITUTES AT CUMBRIA
We have five academic institutes, each with its own specialist focus, that offer a range of flexible, multidisciplinary courses. Our institutes are spread across our seven campuses in the North West and London. This is to benefit student learning and development as we work with local partners and communities in each unique location.
Led by industry experts who draw on a wealth of experience in real-world working environments, committed to helping you achieve your dreams whatever they may be. Become a change-maker, a leader, an adventurer, and much more at the University of Cumbria.
INSTITUTE OF HEALTH
THE HOME OF CHANGE MAKERS
Based across our Lancaster, Carlisle, and London campuses, this is the place to learn the skills that enable you to make a difference in the lives of others. Be taught by experts, develop your practical skills in realistic facilities, and get 1:1 support whilst you study.
Kick start your future career in health, social care, psychology, or sport and discover everything you’re capable of.
Accommodation
Where you live is an important part of your university experience.
For many students living in halls is an integral part of the University experience and if you are moving away from home for the first time our halls provide a safe environment for you to live, study and socialise.
The university provides a range of campus accommodation to cater for all budgets offering excellent value for money across a range of room type options.
We have a team dedicated to assisting you. Whether you want halls of residence – guaranteed for first-choice applicants – or independent housing in Lancaster, Carlisle, and Ambleside, we are here to help make it happen.
Contract Information
Our contract lengths are either 40 or 42 weeks depending on your programme of study. The contract lengths for students studying programmes within the Institutes of Health and Education are 42 weeks whilst contracts for students on programmes within the Institutes of Arts, Business, Industry & Leadership, and Science & Environment are 40 weeks. You do not need to vacate your room at Christmas or Easter and contract extensions over the summer can usually be facilitated.
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