Welcome to the postgraduate open day
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The document introduces Teesside University, noting it has over 28,000 students from over 100 countries and has invested over £120 million in new buildings and facilities. It highlights the university's award-winning reputation and accreditations. The document states postgraduate study allows one to specialize, gain skills and confidence, and stand out. It promotes Teesside University's bursaries, inspiring research, quality teaching, and on-campus business units that have helped create jobs. Finally, it discusses new buildings and campuses in the works and invites the reader to discuss their goals.
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Welcome to the postgraduate open day
- 2. Welcome & Introduction Dave Hudson Assistant Director UK Student Recruitment
Editor's Notes
- Over 3,000 of our students are studying postgraduate courses Courses directed towards specific industries – others have a more broad base, suitable for a variety of careers Accreditation by professional bodies – we've worked with employers to make courses relevant to your future with accreditation by professional bodies being an important feature Generous bursary worth £1,500 – means tested and available to most UK and EU students on taught courses On campus business units
- University of the Year in 2009/2010 - the first modern university ever to receive this honour Outstanding Employer Engagement Initiative of the Year Students’ Union of the Year twice in the last 5 years - our award winning Students’ Union provides a range of support services, representation, entertainment and clubs and societies Student Services received Matrix accreditation - the Government-backed national quality standard for student welfare, careers information, advice and guidance.
- Research Assessment Exercise - nearly 70% of all work entered by the University for the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) is classified as international quality or higher 10% of research in History and Computing and 5% of research in Business and Sociology is rated as world leading Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) In it’s latest review of academic standards the University achieved top marks - Five areas of good practice National Teaching Fellows – Teesside has two eight National Teaching Fellowships under the scheme which rewards excellent university learning and teaching Successful review from HEFCE – particularly recognised for the high quality of the courses in; art & design, computing, electrical/electronic engineering, history, nursing, midwifery, allied health professions, social work and sport & exercise
- Passion – Learn about a subject that excites you – challenge your brain and expand your knowledge. Difference – Make a real impact in a specific research area. Stand out – Give yourself the advantage over other job applicants with your qualification and specialist knowledge. Cash – With a postgraduate qualification you’re likely to earn more in the long run. Need – For some careers it’s a necessity. There’s just no way of getting round it. Redirect – A conversion course can let you change track. It’s never too late to try a different career. Specialise – Immerse yourself in a specific subject area and you’re on your way to becoming a specialist. Commit – You can show that you’re determined to succeed with a postgraduate qualification under your belt. Skills – Develop excellent transferable skills – project management, critical thinking, research skills, time management, presentation skills and teamwork. Network – You’re more likely to succeed if you’re in touch with a broad pool of contacts. Academia – If you’re interested in working as an academic or within research, you’ll need a masters or a PhD. Confidence – Follow your dreams and be who you’re meant to be.
- Cash – We offer generous bursaries for full-time postgraduate students. And we have some of the lowest cost accommodation in the UK. Passion – 83% of students say our staff are enthusiastic and intellectually simulating (National Student Survey). Rave – We’ve clinched second place nationally for our facilities, thanks to rave student reviews on whatuni.com. Value – A postgraduate degree at Teesside is worth on average £117,300 extra in lifetime earnings (Economic impact study, PricewaterhouseCoopers). Quality – Eight of our staff have a National Teaching Fellowship – awarded for excellence in teaching. Year – University of the Year 2009 (Times Higher Education awards). Research – With our strong reputation for research, we team up with national and international academic, industrial and public sector partners. Enterprise – Our on-campus business units have helped create 125 companies and 140 jobs. Inspiring – Tees Valley is a fantastic place to live with coast, countryside and culture on the doorstep. Jobs – We’re in the top ten modern universities for graduate prospects (The Independent Complete University Guide), with a matrix accredited careers service.
- We’re giving you more opportunities to study part-time in Darlington. Work has already started in our new £13m five-storey campus due to open in 2011.