University of Bradford

The University of Bradford, located in West Yorkshire, England, is one of the world's most prestigious technology universities. It was established in 1832 as an Institute of Mechanics, but it was not until 1966 that the University gained official recognition and became England's 40th University.

The University is housed on a single, environmentally friendly campus close to the city center. It is known as the City Campus which is a small, self-contained, and environmentally friendly campus with everything students need for learning, relaxing, and playing.

Occupational Therapy, Chemical Engineering, Optometry, Ophthalmology and Orthoptics, Forensic Science, Physiotherapy, Archaeology, Nursing and Midwifery, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Sports Sciences, and Medical Technology are all strong areas at the University. 

Bradford is home to the UK National Media Museum and the world's first UNESCO City of Film. This makes it a great place to study film and media. It was also ranked first for best money value for their Distance Learning MBA, second for average wage growth for MBA graduates, fourth for student demographics with 72% of those enrolled being international students, and fifth for international mobility by the Financial Times.

• At Bradford, learning is focused on experiential learning. This means that a majority of the courses include hands-on training while also assisting students in developing essential skills that employers highly appreciate. Besides, the majority of the courses are professionally accredited or certified, ensuring that students have the best possible start in their careers.
• To provide inspiring job opportunities for its students the University partners with local, regional, national, and multinational companies from all sectors of the global economy, including overseas partnerships in Singapore, Poland, Malaysia, Pakistan, and India.
• It earned a Silver ranking in the Teaching Excellence Framework for providing all of its students with a creative and impactful learning experience.
• 96% of its research has been rated as being world-leading or internationally excellent, thereby benefitting society and addressing major global challenges of our time.
• Bradford is a perfect place to live and study because it is situated in the breathtakingly beautiful county of Yorkshire. It is an excellent place to begin exploring the United Kingdom because of its lively, global, and multicultural atmosphere, as well as its excellent transportation links to the rest of the world.

Career Opportunities:

To help students obtain valuable work experience, the Career and Employability Centre offers assistance and support for seeking part-time employment, graduate positions, placements and internships, volunteering and self-employment, and opportunities for study or work abroad. They offer employability seminars, webinars, fairs, and festivals, as well as help with CVs, application forms, and cover letters for students. They also encourage students to consider their career options and skills to improve their potential employability.

The Bradford Employability Award and the Bradford Mentoring Programme helps students learn valuable skills and knowledge. The Bradford Employability Award recognizes students who have participated in employability activities, while the Bradford Mentoring Program enables students to network with seasoned professionals and gain advice and feedback about how to improve their future employability.

Success Rate:

94 % of the University graduates are working or enrolled in further education within six months of graduation, with 85% of these students being employed in technical and managerial positions.

Notable Alumni:

Bradford has produced some of the most memorable alumni throughout its history. These include:

• Gavin Williamson (Secretary of State for Education and MP for South Staffordshire.)
• Sadegh Zibakalam (Academic, author, and pundit)
• Melih Abdulhayoglu (Entrepreneur and CEO of Comodo Group)
• Toney O’Reilly (Former businessman and international rugby player)
• Mohammed “Mo” Ibrahim (Billionaire businessman)
• Nick Baines (Anglican bishop)
• Jon McGregor (Novelist and short story writer)
• Shahnina Pardhan (The first woman to be appointed Professor of Optometry in the UK and is currently the Director of the Vision and Eye Research Unit at the Anglia Ruskin School of Medicine)

Student Services:

The Student Support Service is a group of professionals that assists students in gaining access to various resources and facilities. They often respond to questions and provide basic information, advice, support, and guidance to students with special needs or health issues. Students also receive support for all their academic, financial, and daily needs. The support service also caters to students with special needs. Both students and staff members of all faiths and ideologies receive spiritual guidance and pastoral care from the Interfaith Chaplaincy.

Accommodation:

The Green is Bradford's preferred on-campus student accommodation. There is a shared kitchen, dining area, living room, and bedrooms with a three-quarter bed, des, and wardrobe. Townhouses, which typically have a kitchen, dining room, and living room with direct access to an outdoor patio or garden, are also included. Private houses and apartments within walking distance of the City Campus are also available for students to rent. 

Health Services:

International students must register with a general practitioner to gain access to all health care services, including family planning, sexual health, specific health problems and medications, as well as doctors, dentists, opticians, and vaccinations.

The University's Counselling and Mental Health Program, which is free and confidential, provides support to both students and staff. They also offer a variety of self-help services and seminars to students who are worried about their mental health or well-being. Physiotherapy and sport rehabilitation services, neurological physiotherapy clinics, and musculoskeletal and sport rehabilitation clinics are also accessible at the University.

Sports Facilities:

Two Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) pitches, fitness suites, a swimming pool, tennis courts, climbing walls, an indoor sports hall, and a fully-equipped gym are among Bradford's sports facilities. Besides, there are over 25 sports clubs where students can engage in training sessions and social activities. The University also offers a Sports Scholarship Program, which provides financial aid to students who compete in competitive sports.

Library facilities:

The library, which is situated in the heart of campus, holds a wide collection of books, a catalog, databases, journals, reading lists, reference materials, and e-resources. Students have access to study rooms and facilities, as well as borrowing and returning, reserving and renewing printing and photocopying, and library assistance.

Social Clubs:

Various student-led clubs, societies, alliances, and campaigns can assist students in making new friends and getting the most out of their experience. These organizations cover a wide range of topics, from academics to hobbies and interests to faith and community. Chess Society, African Caribbean society, ale, beer, and cider society, the biomedical science society, Bollywood dance society, Bradford student cinema, catholic society, ESPORTS society, and even sports clubs such as American football, badminton, archery, basketball, boxing, cricket, and rugby are just a few examples.