Cranfield University

Cranfield University is a postgraduate public research university located in Cranfield, in Bedford, United Kingdom. It is well-known for its focus on science, engineering, technology, and management. The global reputation of the University gives students the opportunity to develop strong connections with the most preeminent global organizations and open new doors to a bright future. 

The origin of Cranfield University started when the College of Aeronautics was established at the RAF station in 1946. For the 21 years that followed the College engaged in product development for several elements for aircraft researches, and to broaden up the manufacturing and management aspects as well. After this, the foundation of the School of Management took place, and the College of Aeronautics transformed into The Cranfield Institute of Technology, integrated by the Royal Charter of complete degree-awarding authority. The most recent partnership of the University was with the Defence Academy of the UK.

• Cranfield ranks among the top five UK universities for corporate research.
• Cranfield ranks among the top four UK universities for corporate research, consultancy, and professional development.
• The University is the only university in the world that runs an airport and has attained an airline status.
• The University has strong connections with government departments, and also with the largest and most successful international businesses like Airbus, Jaguar Land Rover, Rolls-Royce, Unilever, UK Civil Aviation Authority, and Yorkshire Water.
• Cranfield University has a center for innovation next to its campus that is home to over 60 companies.

The University effectuates several activities for graduates, this helps to utilize government proposals for the employment of foreign students in the country. The Cranfield Career Service is also working towards extending the opportunities and certainty of post-study work for its students. Students who are recognized by the Employer Engagement Team of Cranfield University will be well-considered for a wide range of job opportunities.

The employability rate for Cranfield University graduates is 97%, in which they would have received employment in worldwide organizations such as BP, Oxfam, Unilever, Airbus, Williams F1, Water Aid, Deloitte, Rolls-Royce, PwC, and Singapore Airlines.

Some notable alumni of Cranfield University are:

• Antony Peter Jenkins, a British business executive who founded 10x Future Technologies in 2016. He is the group chief executive of Barclays. He has also served with Visa Europe Ltd for 4 years and has worked as a Counsellor for One Young World, speaking to its delegates about responsible capitalism.
• Nicholas David Jenkins, an English businessman and television personality known as the founder of the online greeting card retailer ‘Moonpig.com’.
• Sarah Willingham, a British entrepreneur, investor, and consumer champion, known for managing high-street restaurants like Planet Hollywood and Pizza Express.
• (David) Warren Arthur East, CEO of Rolls-Royce Holdings who was recently holding senior positions at both ARM Holdings and Texas Instruments. He was appointed as the CBE in the 2014 New Year Honours, elected a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2007, a Distinguished Fellow of the British Computer Society in 2013, a Fellow of the Royal Higginson Lecture in Durham University, a Fellow of the Royal Society, and a companion of the Chartered Management Institute.

Student Services:

There are many jobs for international students available in the county of Bedfordshire. Students can find several recruiters from many businesses advertising agencies and can avail part-time positions around Cranfield. Setting up an email alert for job vacancies can also be helpful. The most common part-time jobs are the ones in the hospitality sector like bars, hotels, or leisure jobs and other sectors like construction, charity fundraising, and admin work. The Student Cell of the University guides international students to apply for such jobs.

Accommodation:

The University offers both catered as well as self-catered on-campus accommodation for their students. This consists of halls of residence, shared houses, and private apartments. The University also helps students seek accommodation outside the campus in the towns or villages nearby. However, students from military backgrounds have access to the reserved rooms on the Shrivenham campus.

Medical Services:

New students are required to register with a doctor on-campus after their arrival to ensure access to medical care if required during their time in the University. Students from EEA countries will receive a European Health Insurance Card before they enter the UK. Students from other countries will not be eligible for free NHS benefits and are advised to get health insurance from the private sector before leaving for the UK.

Library:

Cranfield University has a spectacular collection of specialized resources in its library that will benefit the students academically. There is an Information Specialist for specific subjects who will guide students thoroughly whenever they need assistance.

Sports Facilities:

There are many sports and clubs in the University that students can be a part of. There are facilities like the sports center, which has in it a fitness center, playing fields, pitches, and tennis courts. Other facilities like a golf course, heated swimming pool, and riding stables are available on the Shrivenham campus. The University takes part in inter-university leagues and local leagues as well.