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Student News: Turner Broadcasting System Sponsors Dare To Be Digital

2008-01-17T11:33:00.000Z

Turner Broadcasting System Inc. sponsors UK premier video games design competition – Dare to be Digital 16 January 2008 Dare to be Digital 2008 has secured sponsorship from one of the world’s biggest media giants, Turner Broadcasting System Inc. Dare is the UK’s premier competition for young computer games designers, attracting students and recent graduates from all over the world in 2007.

Movie News: iTuesday Hosts Dolphins Film Premier at Cineworld

2008-01-17T11:27:00.000Z

iTuesday hosts Dolphins film premier at Cineworld. Independent film-maker, Mark Jay is inviting film buffs to attend the premier of his first feature film, Dolphins at Cineworld on Tuesday 29 January. iTuesday - Tuesday 29 January at Cineworld, St Margaret’s Rd, Cheltenham, GL50 4DU. Contact: 0871 220 8000 Screening starts at 7.30pm The director’s cut screening is part of the iTuesday film

Music News: Aardvark Records & VOEVEO Announce Music Competition Winner

2008-01-17T11:19:00.000Z

www.voeveo.com and Aardvark Records are pleased to announce London-based act Riveraire as the grand prize winner in the audio category of the voeveo incubator competition. voeveo’s incubator programme is all about supporting and helping creative people learn skills to build their mobile business. The winning mobile full track was “Down To The Ground”, a rousing acoustic pop track with a bitter

University News: University of Kent Physicist Awarded an MBE

2008-01-17T10:48:00.001Z

A University of Kent physicist is awarded an MBE. Dr Cyril Isenberg, a key figure in the University of Kent's School of Physical Science, has been awarded the MBE in the New Year's Honours List. A physicist with a national and international reputation, he was awarded the Institute of Physics' Bragg Medal and Prize in 1994 for significant contributions to physics education and innovative

College News: Local MP Visits Lewisham College

2008-01-17T10:48:00.000Z

Joan Ruddock, MP for Lewisham and Deptford, visited Lewisham College today (11th January) to tour the Deptford campus and meet staff and students. The tour began in the sports hall where a number of local school children were enjoying their weekly workout session with some Football Academy students. The Year 3 and 4 pupils from Lucas Vale Primary School in Deptford had enjoyed a morning of

University of Abertay Dundee expertise helps train first generation of Turkish games designers

2007-12-18T10:31:00.000Z

University of Abertay Dundee News Release Abertay expertise helps train first generation of Turkish games designers Abertay University expertise is helping to train a new generation of computer games programmers in Turkey, thanks to a deal signed with the Izmir University of Economics (IUE). The articulation agreement links a two-year masters degree at

University Of Dundee Running researchers present cheque for Diabetes campaign

2007-12-17T10:54:00.000Z

PRESS RELEASE FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEEDundee.Running researchers present cheque for Diabetes campaignA group of researchers and other staff from the College of LifeSciences at the University of Dundee have raised over Â£1500 for theDiabetes Research Campaign, which hopes to raise funds to support theworld-class research being carried out into the disease at Dundee.The group of 15 â" ranging

University of Kent computing students help international airline solve scheduling problem

2007-12-13T09:52:00.000Z

University of Kent computing students help international airline solve scheduling problem More than 100 second-year students from the Computing Laboratory at the University of Kent are gaining valuable work experience by helping XL Airways solve a scheduling problem. XL Airways, a leading and award winning UK charter airline based at Gatwick, operates a complex timetable to over 50

University of Abertay Dundee workshop to learn about helping those who hear voices

2007-12-12T10:24:00.000Z

Dundee workshop to learn about helping those who hear voices Hearing voices in your head is much more common than many Scots think, and may be better dealt with by coping strategies than with medication, a workshop taking place in Dundee today and tomorrow will be told. The University of Abertay Dundee and the Fife-based mental health consultancy Working to Recovery Ltd, co-directed by Ron

HIGHER BIOLOGY CHRISTMAS SYMPOSIUM

2007-12-11T09:37:00.000Z

HIGHER BIOLOGY CHRISTMAS SYMPOSIUM Photo opportunity - 10.30 pm, Tuesday December 11th New Teaching Block (Old Hawkhill) The College of Life Sciences at the University of Dundee is hosting students from local schools this week at a Christmas Lecture Symposium. On Tuesday 11 December 2007 (in the Large Lecture Theatre in the New Teaching Block) and Wednesday 12

HOT CHIP - Dundee Students Association

2007-12-06T11:20:00.000Z

Lewisham College celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students recently with its annual awards ceremony attended by dignitaries from the world of business and politics. Over 150 students were recognised for their accomplishments, all receiving awards from Minister of State for Trade and

Falmouth University Exhibition 29 Nov - 8 Dec

2007-11-19T17:22:00.000Z

Designite Created by 3rd- year students of BA(Hons) 3D for sustainability and Spatial Design, this exhibition explores themes of innovation, community and environment. Featuring drawings, digitals and models, exhibits include conceptual and experimental projects ranging from hand-held items to large scale interiorscapes and landscapes. Venue: The Poly, Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3EG Date

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE TO HOST BBC RADIO RECORDING

2007-11-19T11:15:00.000Z

Drugs to treat disease are becoming increasingly sophisticated and itis possible to treat more diseases than ever before. However, they'realso more expensive, which raises the question, is there a limit to howmuch a public health system should spend on treatment per patient? Howdo we decide which drugs to pay for and who should get them? Are somepatients more deserving than others? Members of

A Letter of Concern From Dundee University Students' Association on SNP budget Announcement to MSP's at Holyrood

2007-11-19T09:18:00.000Z

A leading Professor of Sustainable Development, Daniella Tilbury has joined the University of Gloucestershire and will head up a new Sustainability Institute. The Institute, under the leadership of Professor Tilbury, will co-ordinate the wide range of sustainable practises currently undertaken by the University, which has established

Diversity Under The Spotlight At University Of Wolverhampton

2007-11-15T14:56:00.000Z

Diversity under the spotlight Diversity and equality in education and healthcare will come under the spotlight at an event at the University of Wolverhampton tomorrow. The Diversity in Action Conference will present findings from local research and showcase student work to promote diversity, equality and cultural competence in professional training and higher education. The programme includes

Dance Experts Take To The Floor At Major Event

2007-11-15T13:10:00.000Z

Dance science researchers from the University of Wolverhampton have pirouetted their way to success after clinching three awards at an international event. Six University representatives attended the 17th Annual Meeting of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science, held in Canberra, Australia. Frances Clarke, a Lecturer from the dance department at the School of Sport,

63 per cent of diabetics risk serious foot problems by wearing the wrong-sized shoes

2007-11-14T16:02:00.000Z

More than six out of ten people with diabetes are walking around in thewrong-sized shoes, exposing themselves to serious foot problems thatcould lead to amputation, according to research in the November issue ofIJCP, the International Journal of Clinical Practice. Published to coincide with World Diabetes Day (14 November) the study,by the University of Dundee, has been welcomed by an expert in

New Dundee Research Collaboration to Evaluate Drug Safety Risks Early

2007-11-14T16:00:00.000Z

Evaluating the safety of drugs early in development to ensure thesafety of patients is a major issue facing the pharmaceutical industryas shown by some recent high profile withdrawals of new drugs in thelater stages of testing.CXR Biosciences Ltd. today announces a major new £3 millioncollaborative research and development program aimed at predicting thesafety risks of new drugs earlier in their

SCRYMGEOUR RESEARCH SEMINAR - University ofAberdeen

2007-11-14T15:58:00.000Z

SCRYMGEOUR RESEARCH SEMINARPeter Duff, Professor of Criminal Justice at the University ofAberdeen, will be giving the final Scrymgeour Research Seminar of thissemester on Wednesday 14 November at 4pm.His talk is entitled "Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission:Reflections on Miscarriages of Justice".Professor Duff has published extensively on many aspects of criminaljustice policy, evidence

Yorkshire batsman is bowled over by Leeds Trinity's new sports facilities

2007-11-14T15:57:00.000Z

Yorkshire batsman is bowled over by Leeds Trinity’s new sports facilities Yorkshire county cricketer Andrew Gale took time out from training to join the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Brian Cleasby, and the Bishop of Leeds, Rt Rev Arthur Roche, at the official opening of Leeds Trinity & All Saints’ new sports centre last Thursday. At the opening ceremony Andrew and the Lord Mayor

Public Lecture On Peptides - University of Wolverhampton

2007-11-14T15:55:00.000Z

NEWS RELEASE Public lecture on peptides A University of Wolverhampton professor will give a free public lecture on new discoveries in the scientific field of peptides. Professor John Howl, an expert in Molecular Pharmacology, will give the next talk in the University’s Public Lecture series on Wednesday, 21 November, at 6pm. His talk, Adventures in Peptide Space, will focus on current research

Cardboard furniture the future for Unis?

2007-11-14T15:50:00.000Z

Cardboard furniture the future for Unis? Cardboard furniture the future for Unis? A University of Wolverhampton student is hoping to take the world of design by storm with his new line in furniture – made of cardboard. David Chidlow, who has just completed his final year in Product Design (Furniture), has designed recyclable, flat pack furnishings that

College News: Bedford College Offer Unique Training for Care Home Management

2007-07-24T15:18:00.001Z

Foundation Degree helps training need in care industry - Bedford College is offering a unique 3 for 1 deal to those in care home management.This fast growing industry is struggling to keep up with the changing training demands made upon aspiring and existing managers – now there is a solution which provides the relevant professional training in care and management as well as the very latest

University of Gloucestershire Signs Agreement with Gloucestershire College

2007-07-24T15:16:00.000Z

Vice-Chancellor of the University of Gloucestershire, Professor Patricia Broadfoot and Greg Smith, Principal of Gloucestershire College have signed an official agreement that will build stronger links between the two education providers.Managers from both organisations met at the Hester’s Way campus of Gloucestershire College this week to about ways of working together in the future for mutual

BBC New Music Shorts 2007 Winners Announced

2007-07-24T15:14:00.000Z

Five aspiring filmmakers have won the opportunity to make a £5000 music-based short film that will be premiered at the BBC Electric Proms and online on BBC Film Network, before commencing a UK festival tour. The winning ideas for BBC New Music Shorts 2007 were chosen from 456 entries and films will be made under the guidance of experienced producers from Warp Films. Each ‘short’ is inspired by

Drama for Young People Tackling Gun & Knife Culture opens in London

2007-07-24T15:12:00.000Z

Drama for young people, by young people tackling gun and knife culture opens in London 28 JulyA thought-provoking drama going on a national tour this summer will tackle the spate of knife and gun killings that has plagued youth culture and community at large. The two hour long drama Life on the Stairs put together by London-based FAITH Drama Productions, headed up 25-year-old Gbemisola Ikumelo,

Hand in glove success for Bedford College

2007-06-05T09:36:00.000Z

Students from Bedford College have been awarded first prize and runner-up prizes in a British Glove national competition - looking at safety gloves.Przemyslaw Pencak on the National Diploma Graphics Course was first and Claire Deacon, on the same course, was runner-up. Przemyslaw will receive £300 and Claire £100 at a luncheon to be hosted at the Worshipful Company of Glovers of London at

Aberdeen Students Set For Taste Of Chinese Real Estate Market

2007-06-05T09:22:00.000Z

Two University of Aberdeen business students will travel to the Far East this summer after being chosen to take part in a prestigious real estate programme. Emma Byrne, a third year property student and Ian Austin, a second year, are set to spend several weeks getting to grips with the Chinese Real Estate market – the fastest growing in the world. The Aberdeen pair have both been selected

June Creative Café At The University of Northampton Welcomes Leading Brand

2007-06-05T09:17:00.000Z

Book a date in your diary this Friday, 8 June, when the Portfolio Innovation Centre’s popular Creative Café welcomes Mike Skidmore, a leading brand and business strategy consultant to talk on ‘Promoting and selling creative services’. Mike has a background in marketing and brand communications, running his own London based consultancies with roles such as creative, managing & strategic

University of Dundee Arts Students Land Dream Jobs

2007-06-04T15:36:00.000Z

A Dundee art student, and three graduates who studied in the city, have landed dream jobs at one of the world’s most famous art festivals.Gyl Rae who is currently a student at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art at the University of Dundee, and Stuart D.Fallon, Emma Prat and Lottie Gerrard, graduates of the same college, have been appointed Invigilators for Scotland and Venice 2007 - the

Computer gamer blasts out a new future - University Of Wolverhampton

2007-06-04T15:32:00.000Z

The first female student to complete a course in computer games design at the University of Wolverhampton will be among those showcasing their work at a Degree Show. The BA Degree Show at the School of Art & Design will take place from Monday, June 11 until Thursday, June 14. The event is an opportunity for members of the public to see displays of animation, ceramics, glass, furniture,

University Of Northampton - Discover your potential at June Open Day

2007-06-04T15:23:00.000Z

If you have always thought you would like a career working with children, want to go into graphic design or see yourself as a future midwife or engineer, The University of Northampton’s Open Day this weekend could be the first step to achieving your goal. The University opens its doors on Sunday, June 10, giving potential students the chance to find out more about the hundreds of courses on

Conference tackles issue of non medical prescribing

2007-06-01T12:01:00.000Z

Over 90 delegates from healthcare from across the UK are attending a conference at The University of Northampton next week which explores issues around the practice of non medical prescribing, an area of nursing which has seen rapid development over the last decade. From June 2006, appropriately educated and experienced nurses have been able to prescribe all licensed drugs and a range of

Executive Education at Dundee for the Energy and Natural Resource sector

2007-05-31T10:39:00.000Z

The Centre for Energy, Petroleum and Mineral Law & Policy at the University of Dundee is set to offer a programme of executive degrees aimed at senior managers and leaders in the energy and natural resource sector.Dr Ian Robson has joined the Centre as Director of Executive Programmes to spearhead the development of the executive degrees project, which is set to come on line soon.Aimed at senior

Wildlife trade bans can increase trading

2007-05-31T08:37:00.000Z

Banning the commercial trade in specimens of endangered species of wildlife can perversely increase trading, argue a group of conservation scientists from Paris and University of Kent in this week's Nature. Writing in the run-up to next month's Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the researchers provide

Journalism course receives BJTC accreditation

2007-05-31T08:33:00.000Z

The broadcast journalism degree course at the University of Gloucestershire has gained professional accreditation from the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) The BJTC is a partnership that consists of employers in the UK broadcast industry, the National Union of Journalists, Skillset and the Sector Skills Council for the audio visual industries. A panel of representatives from the

Bath Spa Graduates “Hatch Out” at the Egg

2007-05-31T08:17:00.000Z

Bath Spa University’s Department of Drama prepares to launch its Class of 2007 with a showcase of graduate work at the Egg, Theatre Royal Bath, (June 4 -8), and a special one-off performance at the Battersea Arts Centre in London (June 1). Following their three years of training, many performing arts graduates are choosing to remain in Bath and benefit from the growing opportunities

£100K science scholarship scheme for EU students

2007-05-30T16:24:00.000Z

The University of Aberdeen has announced £100,000 worth of new scholarships for science students from the new EU Accession States. One hundred bursaries worth £1000 each have been released for full time students - classed as home/EU for the purpose of tuition fees - beginning a BSc degree in September 2007. Students from recently acceded Eastern European countries such as Romania, Bulgaria,

University excellence recognised in Guardian League Tables

2007-05-30T16:22:00.000Z

The latest 2008 Guardian University League Tables have seen The University of Northampton race ahead of its regional higher education competitors in a number of teaching areas, with particular honours going to Business, Engineering and Computing. Coming in at 92 on the latest Guardian list The University of Northampton was placed ahead of numerous other competing universities within its core

Poetry Slamming from Bath Spa University

2007-05-30T16:21:00.000Z

Staff and students from Bath Spa University are taking the performance poetry slamming scene by storm. Creative Writing lecturer Lucy English has gained a place in the semi finals in the coveted BBC Radio 4 National Slam, after slamming against 16 other poets and finally winning a place in a heated and dramatic tie break showdown. She will be one of two poets from the

Student Finance: Are All Students Due Income Tax Back?

2007-05-28T16:31:00.000Z

As a student, are you due income tax back? It is a commonly held belief that if you are in full time education you do not have to pay tax.This is sadly wrong and it makes no difference if you are 3 or 33 you still have to pay income tax if you earn over your tax free allowance (currently £5,225)There is however a happy ending to this story. If you are a student and your are working, it is quiet

Training for the NHS workforce

2007-05-24T12:18:00.000Z

The Department of Health and the Department for Education and Skills todayannounced arrangements for the management of NHS training budgets by StrategicHealth Authorities in England in 2007/8. Funding of £4.3 billion has beenallocated for the training and development of the NHS workforce. Thisrepresents an increase of 3.6% over 2006/7 (excluding student grants).A new service level agreement has

Realtime Worlds signs sponsorship deal with Dare to be Digital

2007-05-24T08:42:00.000Z

Realtime Worlds Ltd (RTW), Scotland’s leading independent video game developer, has become a key sponsor of Dare to be Digital, the UK’s premier games design competition for students. RTW and Dare, both based in Dundee, hope that the agreement will boost the city as Scotland’s hub for games excellence. RTW will contribute to the development and expansion of Dare to be Digital both

Student Film Review: The Lives of Others By Matt Arnoldi

2007-05-24T08:15:00.000Z

The Lives of Others (15)Dir: Florian Henckel von DonnersmarckStarring: Martina Gedek, Ulrich Muhe, Sebastian Koch & Ulrich TukurDeserved winner of the Foreign Film Oscar for 2007, The German film The Lives of Others is set in 1984, East Germany, it’s a tense and gripping thriller about the suspicions of the repressive GDR regime which sought to ensure that its subjects were towing the party line

Basketball Team Are National Champions

2007-05-23T12:17:00.000Z

A basketball team featuring University of Wolverhampton students is celebrating after being named league champions.The Black Country University of Wolverhampton Men’s team are National League Division 3 champions.They beat London Towers in the final 79 – 75. The team is a mixture of University students and players from the local community.The team were runners up in the Division three (North)

A Successful Season for the University of Northampton's Golf Team

2007-05-23T09:44:00.000Z

Photo Caption: The University of Northampton’s student golf team: (From left to right) Rob Charter, Mark Harrington, John Dexter, Matty Landers and Captain, Shaun Carway are presented with £1,000 from Vice Chancellor, Ann Tate.After a successful season, the golf team at The University of Northampton were presented with £1,000 from the University in recognition of their outstanding sporting

School for Scoundrels on DVD

2007-05-23T09:38:00.000Z

School for Scoundrels - From the Director of Old School, Billy Bob Thornton and Jon Heder star in this fresh comedy, coming to DVD 25th June...Todd Phillips (Old School) directs Academy Award® Winner Billy Bob Thornton as the suave Dr. P, recruited to coach the woefully inept and nerdy Roger (Heder, Napoleon Dynamite) to overcome a plethora of anxiety issues so he can win the love of the girl of

Seinfeld Season Eight on DVD

2007-05-23T09:37:00.000Z

Season Eight of the ever-popular and universally acclaimed comedy series Seinfeld sees more of the antics that have made Jerry and the gang comedy heroes to legions of fans. Released on DVD on 4th June 2007, courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Seinfeld Season Eight will be available to buy as a four-disc box set.Season Eight features 24 classic episodes of the show, including some of

Students bring home bronze from their Chelsea debut

2007-05-23T09:04:00.000Z

Three students on University College Falmouth’s BA(Hons) degree in Garden Design won a bronze medal for their garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. It was a dream come true for Aline Dejaegher, Debra Craig and Karen Narramore – all of whom are third-year students on the innovative course that runs in partnership with Duchy College at Rosewarne.

University’s renewable energy expertise to be showcased

2007-05-22T14:56:00.000Z

Experts from the University of Aberdeen and the Robert Gordon University will be highlighting their renewable energy expertise at this year’s annual renewable energy exhibition and conference, All-Energy, which begins tomorrow (Wednesday, May 23) at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre. All-Energy 07 will be the focus of attention for the whole of the renewable energy industry and

Myerscough College Gives Student a Greener Future

2007-05-22T13:06:00.000Z

A mature student who came to Myerscough College hoping for a career change has successfully gained employment in the environment industry.Chris Gaughan, aged 28, decided to pursue his dream of working in the outdoors as a countryside ranger after working in textiles for 10 years. Chris came on the Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Ecology and Conservation Management after undertaking voluntary work but

ESIB Releases a Report on the Implementation of Bologna in Europe

2007-05-22T13:03:00.000Z

ESIB’s Bologna Process Committee spent much of the last year collecting data from across Europe on the implementation of the Bologna Process.This has led to some very interesting results which have been compiled into the third edition of ‘Bologna With Student Eyes’. The report will be presented to European Ministers of Education by ESIB Chairperson Koen Geven on Thursday at their Bologna

Students Aim To Be Kings of 'The Hill'

2007-05-22T13:00:00.000Z

A striking design for a unique building being planned for the heart of London forms the centrepiece of the Degree Show exhibit from three students at the University of Dundee this week.Fifth-year students Lesley McIntyre and Michael Williams, together with third-year Sarah Brown, have all worked on the latest project from acclaimed architect Kathryn Findlay, who is a Professor of Architecture and

Kriss Wows University of Wolverhampton with Inspirational Talk

2007-05-22T12:55:00.000Z

Olympic medallist Kriss Akabusi gave an inspiring and highly entertaining talk to more than 100 delegates at a leadership seminar at the University of Wolverhampton.The former international athlete and television presenter spoke in his characteristically enthusiastic and expressive style about his achievements, the people who had inspired him and what drove him to success during his career.He

Fairtrade Congratulate University of Kent for it's Continued Support

2007-05-22T12:50:00.000Z

The Fairtrade Organisation has congratulated the University of Kent for its continued support and success in raising awareness and sales of Fairtrade products.The University and Kent Union were awarded Fairtrade status in February 2006. Since then, an expanded range of Fairtrade products has become available in all campus shops and Fairtrade produce is used in all campus cafes, restaurants and

University of Dundee Professor Elected to the Royal Society

2007-05-22T12:41:00.000Z

Professor Grahame Hardie, Head of the Division of Molecular Physiology in the College of Life Sciences at the University of Dundee, has been elected a Fellow of The Royal Society of London, the highest accolade that British and Commonwealth scientists can receive.Professor Hardie's election to the Society comes in recognition of his discovery over twenty years ago of an enzyme (acronym AMPK) that

University Of Dundee Art Degree Show 2007

2007-05-17T13:12:00.000Z

The University of Dundee will become one of the busiest gallery spaces in the UK tomorrow night (Friday May 18th) with the opening of Degree Show 2007, the annual showcase for the work of art, design, media and architecture students.Around 8000 people were estimated to have attended the opening night of last year's Degree Show and the University is braced for another huge influx of visitors to

Unique China visit for Wolverhampton students

2007-05-17T11:48:00.000Z

The University of Wolverhampton is increasing opportunities for students to visit other countries – as part of a drive to promote outward student mobility. 15 students will be visiting Shenzhen Polytechnic in China, which the University has excellent links with, for a two-week language and cultural experience later this year. It is the first time the University has offered this kind of trip

UXL To Support Legendary Rockers

2007-05-16T16:07:00.000Z

An emerging band featuring three brothers who are studying at the University of Wolverhampton is set to support a legendary rock band on theirUK tour. PJ, John and Paul Tierney are in the band UXL, along with their friend Dan Clark from Wolverhampton, and have already achieved national acclaim for their brand of melodic rock. Now they are set to support rockers Magnum on the UK leg of their

Puccini, Pearl Fishers and all the Prom favourites!

2007-05-16T13:41:00.000Z

The University of Kent will present its ever-popular Opera Gala Prom on Saturday 2 June, as part of the ArtsFest on the Canterbury campus. The concert takes place in Eliot College Hall at 8pm and will feature operatic lollipops and all the prom favourites, performed by the University's Chorus and Orchestra, conducted by Director of Music, Susan Wanless. They will be joined by two soloists,

Careers Openings In Nursing And Midwifery

2007-05-16T08:16:00.000Z

The wide variety of career opportunities in nursing and midwifery willbe the focus of an Open Day to be held in the Clinical Skill Centre,Ninewells Hospital this Saturday (May 19th).Those attending the event, hosted by the University of Dundee, Schoolof Nursing and Midwifery, will have a unique opportunity to get 'handson' experience using some of the specialised equipment utilised in thenursing

The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer

2007-05-15T16:01:00.000Z

Finally for the first time ever, the hilarious political satire The Rise And Rise Of Michael Rimmer will be released, digitally restored, on DVD on 25 June 2007 courtesy of Digital Classics DVD. Starring the legendary comic Peter Cook (That Was The Week That Was, Bedazzled, The Black Adder) in the title role it charts the dangerously ambitious political actions of the titular Michael Rimmer. The

About Young-Investor.co.uk

2007-05-15T15:33:00.000Z

WWW.YOUNG-INVESTOR.CO.UKWhen most young people hear the word "invest" they immediately think of middle-aged men who work in the city.In fact the word "invest" actually means "to devote time or energy with the expectation of a worthwhile result" (Oxford English Dictionary).YOUNG-INVESTOR.CO.UK works on the understanding that everything we do (starting a business, giving the right impression,

Book Now! - Leicestershire Student and Graduate Fair 2007

2007-05-15T14:33:00.000Z

Leicestershire Student and Graduate Fair 2007 Wednesday 7th November 2007 11.00am – 3.30pm http://www.le.ac.uk/careers/lsgf.html We are pleased to announce that the University of Leicester and De Montfort University will be jointly running the Leicestershire Student and Graduate Fair again this year on Wednesday 7th November 2007 from 11.00am – 3.30pm in the purpose built conference

Green Gown Award for Leeds Trinity And All Saints

2007-05-15T08:48:00.000Z

Leeds Trinity And All Saints has gained national recognition for environmental initiatives with a Green Gown Award.The Horsforth higher education college was “highly commended” in the College category for sustainable initiatives in travel and transport, learning and teaching, operational efficiency, recycling and waste management and biodiversity. Leeds Trinity also recently achieved Fairtrade

New Martial Arts Festival at The University of Wolverhampton

2007-05-15T08:42:00.000Z

International martial arts experts will be putting youngsters through their paces and searching for the next generation of champions at a new festival at the University of Wolverhampton.Children from across Wolverhampton and Walsall have been invited to join top specialists and instructors in martial arts including Karate, Judo, Tae kwon do, Ju Jitsu and Aikido. It is the first time the Martial

Dundee Literary Festival Is Launched

2007-05-15T08:39:00.000Z

Literary stars Philip Pullman and Jacqueline Wilson will headline the first Dundee Literary Festival, held at the University of Dundee.David Profumo, Kirsty Gunn and John Fardell will also give readings and take questions at the two day event which is being held at the University of Dundee. Local author Bill Duncan will make an appearance and two of the rising stars of the literary scene, Peter

Win Two Lost Vagueness VIP tickets to Glastonbury

2007-05-13T18:00:00.001Z

Glastonbury tickets sold out in 90 minutes this year; it is estimated to be the biggest and best Glastonbury of all time! Don't fear if you didn't manage to get a Glastonbury ticket, we are giving you the chance to go to Glastonbury in style!As well as two VIP Tickets to the Glastonbury festival, you will stay in a luxury airstream trailer with your own butler and chambermaid, have backstage

IT Careers Fair

2007-05-11T16:13:00.000Z

STUDENTS GIVEN CAREER BOOST More than 200 IT students, graduates and business leaders attended a careers event at the University of Wolverhampton. The IT Careers Fair gave major businesses the opportunity to promote their job vacancies and allowed students and graduates to attend workshops led by the exhibitors. Regional, national and international companies at the event included

Thomas Rotherham College Students Head for Prestigious Science School in Sydney

2007-05-11T16:03:00.000Z

Thomas Rotherham College student, Keir Bailey, has won one of only five places open to British students to attend the Professor Harry Messel Science School in Sydney, Australia this July.The Professor Harry Messel International Science School, organised by the Association for Science Education, is a two-week residential program for talented

Oxford University Professor of Politics Gives Lecture at University of Aberdeen

2007-05-11T14:53:00.000Z

The man who helped persuade Margaret Thatcher that Mikhail Gorbachev was a man Britain 'could do business with' will give a keynote lecture in the Granite City later this week. Professor Archie Brown, Emeritus Professor of Politics at University of Oxford, will give the City of Aberdeen Gorbachev lecture on Wednesday, May 9 as part of a three-day Cold War

FW: Muslim Community Pitches in for Matthew Hay Project

2007-05-11T13:52:00.000Z

The local Muslim community is giving its support to an appeal to help make the new medical education and training centre being developed at Foresterhill the finest of its kind in the UK.A donation of £6,000 is being made to the Matthew Hay Project to equip the changing area for the team of 'pretend patients', who are a vital part of

Musical Magic at University of East London's Mayfest

2007-05-11T13:13:00.000Z

Hundreds of Londoners, students and community groups celebrated the joys of spring in the sunshine at Mayfest 07, a free art and cultural festival held on the waterfront at the University of East London’s (UEL) Docklands Campus on Wednesday 2 May.Mayfest’s exciting programme featured live music, dance workshops, art exhibitions, poetry readings and theatrical performances, bringing together the