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UCEM launches first online degree for Architectural Design Technology
…has also introduced a two-year, Level 4 Construction Design and Build Technician apprenticeship. Marc Fleming, Programme Leader and former practitioner in the field, said: “Emphasising collaboration and communication, the online…
In focus: Our communities student ambassador, James Doyle
…Communities student ambassador role To put it simply, I am passionate about helping people. Having studied with UCEM for over two years, I understand that online learning can be a…
Quality Of College’s Student Support Gains Prestigious Recognition
…learning and professional goals. Support covers assignments, exams and technical issues, and access to library resources and online materials. Each student is assigned a Course Administrator as a personal guide…
Apprenticeships: what you need to know
What is an apprenticeship? Simply put, an apprenticeship is a job with training. Apprenticeships are available from levels 2–7, the equivalent of GCSEs all the way up to Master’s qualification….
Future leaders: Sarah, Sophie and Yohance discuss their nominations for BPF Futures Tomorrow’s Leaders Awards
…Founder of The Land Collective – an online platform aiming to engage young people with the property market and the built environment. – How did your nomination come about? SH:…
Increasing accessibility awareness among colleagues
…UCEM, accessibility is essential to how we operate as an inclusive, online university. Our learning technology researcher, Dr Tharindu Liyanagunawardena, has been one of the key drivers in making colleagues…
Principal Thoughts: Reflections on five years at the helm
Welcome to the latest edition of Ashley Wheaton’s ‘Principal Thoughts’. In this edition, Ashley reflects on his five years as Principal of UCEM, selecting five highlights from a momentous period…
Podcast: The benefits of studying part-time
…say… To access more EG Property Podcasts, visit https://estatesgazette.podbean.com/ To find out more about our Real Estate programmes and other part-time, online programmes catering for the Built Environment, visit https://www.ucem.ac.uk/study-with-ucem/…
Principal Thoughts: The Hackitt Report and the Impact on the Built Environment
…to balance their study commitments around their work and lifestyle. Supported online education provides huge benefits, such as a flexible learning experience for students who have other commitments or perhaps…
How to afford your degree: 6 ways to make your money go further
…on any device, and from any location. 2. Avoid student accommodation costs According to the latest NUS accommodation costs survey, the average annual cost of student accommodation across the UK…
5 tips for becoming an environmental champion: Guest article by our new sustainability education and engagement officer, Jessica Gordon-Calvert
…community. When I was applying for this role, I was very impressed by UCEM’s vision and bold goals around sustainability and corporate social responsibility. ‘It’s time to disrupt’ [the slogan…