
University of Bradford



Key Facts:
- University of the Year for Social Inclusion (Good University Guide 2020)
- TEF Silver
- Triple Crown Accredited Business School: School of Management
- 131 Nationalities represented by students on campus
- 14th greenest university in the world
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SUPPORT FOR EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS:
Our Careers and Employability Services offer a welcoming and supportive environment where students can access impartial careers information, advice and guidance from professionally qualified staff.
We offer support to help students find employment both during and after their time at University through support with writing CV’s, application forms, covering letters and preparing for interviews.
The Careers and Employability Team also helps students to secure placements and internships to ensure that they gain the relevant experience to complement and build upon their studies: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/careers/jobs/internships-and-placements/
We offer regular workshops led by employers, professional experts and the Career and Employability Services team to equip students and graduates with essential careers and employability knowledge, as well as opportunities that are available to them both during and upon completion of their studies.
94% of our 2017 graduates went on to employment or further study within six months (HESA).
The University of Bradford also offers a wide range of opportunities to study abroad. Currently opportunities include: Summer Schools in China, Denmark & Europe, Electives for Nursing & Midwifery students in countries including Tanzania, Ghana and Nepal, Study / Work Placements across Europe funded by Erasmus+ (European funding), ISEP Network opportunities at more than 350 universities across the world and Worldwide Exchanges and Overseas Placements spanning the globe from the Far East to the USA.
STUDENT WELFARE:
The MyBradford Student Support Services is a dedicated team, with a wealth of experience and understanding to help students access the support that they need to be a success.
Students will have access to:
• Career and Employability
• Students’ Union
• Chaplaincy and faith advisers
• On-campus nursery
• Halls wardens at The Green
Disability Service
The Disability Service provides information, advice and guidance whether you are an applicant, current or international disabled student.
Disability can mean different things to different people. By the term ‘disabled students’ we mean any student with:
• specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia
• mental health difficulties
• autism
• a long-term health condition
• a physical or sensory impairment
Counselling Service
Our Counselling Service provides a free and confidential service to all students of the University. In addition to counselling, we offer a range of support including self-help materials and wellbeing workshops.
The Counselling Service also has a Calm Room which is a sensory experience designed to help relax, settle and support wellbeing for students to use as many times as they wish.
Apprenticeships Offered:
Senior Leaders Master's Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/senior-leaders-masters-degree/
Level 7 Outside Broadcasting Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/outside-broadcasting-apprenticeship/
Level 6 Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/chemistry-apprenticeship/
Level 6 Chemistry Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/chemistry-apprenticeship/
Level 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/healthcare-science-apprenticeship/
Nursing Associate Foundation Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/healthcare-science-apprenticeship/
Advanced Clinical Practice Degree Apprenticeship
www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/advanced-clinical-practice-apprenticeship/
Latest News:
Bradford named UK’s University of the Year for Social Inclusion
The Times and Sunday Times have named the University of Bradford as the UK’s University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2020.
This prestigious national award recognises Bradford’s outstanding impact on social inclusion that ensures all students, irrespective of their background, are supported to achieve their potential and go on to achieve success.
The University of Bradford has worked hard to widen participation in higher education, and this has had a positive impact on social and economic growth and employment in the region.
Vice-Chancellor of the University of Bradford, Professor Shirley Congdon, said: “I am delighted that the University of Bradford’s long-standing contribution to promoting social inclusion has been recognised by the award of the THE University of the Year for Social Inclusion. This award, and ranking 3rd out of 130 UK universities, reflects our enduring focus on social inclusion and enabling students from socially and economically diverse backgrounds to maximise their talents while achieving positive academic and graduate employment outcomes.
“Working with our partners in schools, colleges, business, the local authority and others, such as the Bradford Institute for Health Research, our committed team has created a powerful alliance, working effectively and with passion to support inclusion and reduce inequality. We care deeply about social inclusion and will continue to focus on removing barriers to access and participation in higher education and enhancing the prospects of all our students.”
www.bradford.ac.uk/news/archive/2019/bradford-named-uks-university-of-the-year-for-social-inclusion.php
Students celebrate successful work placements
Students at the University of Bradford have gained valuable work experience with summer placements across the Bradford district.
The ‘Summer Experience’ scheme is a placement programme for first and second year students, run by the Career & Employability Service at the University. Students complete a six-week paid summer internship with a local employer (or University department) having applied and competed for advertised vacancies in early summer.
This year more students than ever before have participated in the scheme with 83 internships taking place in total. 58 took part in the University’s own Summer Experience programme with placements in over 20 organisations, including both SME’s and charities across the district. In addition, the University has worked with Bradford Council to include 25 additional opportunities aimed specifically at first year students from areas of high deprivation in Bradford. This is known as ‘Summer Experience First’, funded by Opportunity Area Bradford.
Nikki Pierce, Director of Student, Academic and Information Services at the University of Bradford said: “These placements provide students with essential work experience to help them gain the skills and confidence to be in the best position to find a job once they graduate. As they are paid, it also helps them with living or travel costs.
“We are committed to helping those across the district who are from deprived areas not only have access to higher education but be successful and have the best possible chance of finding employment, so we are really pleased to work with the Council on this scheme.”
www.bradford.ac.uk/news/archive/2019/students-celebrate-successful-work-placements.php