University of Northampton

The University of Northampton is known for offering fast-track degrees of 2 years in management and marketing and law, as well as four-year extended degrees with a year in industry. It is internationally renowned for waste management education and research and has been graded by the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) as a Gold-rated university. The University of Northampton encourages its members to make a positive impact on the world and aims to bring a change to redefine the lives of students. It provides an industry-related curriculum and up-to-date technology that will gratify the students’ time in the university. The University was established in 2005 and was awarded full university status and research degree powers.

The University of Northampton has an impressive history that has progressed since the preceding years of the 20th century. The history of the University dates back to 1924, where it was first established as a technical college. By 1975, the Nene College was introduced through the conflation of three prominent colleges of Education, Technology, and Art. In the early 90s, the Nene College passed on its educational provisions to more colleges in Northamptonshire and went on to direct their ambitions to higher education. The following years led to the integration of Occupational Therapy and Nursing studies into the Nene College. Its campus (Waterside campus) is located in Northampton NN1 5PH, Northamptonshire, England.

• Corporate programs that are different and innovative are designed to add immediate value to an individual’s career, business, team, and objectives. These will include training for specialized in-company UG and PG qualifications, workshops and short courses, organization diagnostic assessments, psychometric profiling, e-learning platforms, and imputing existing company development programs.
• Accessibility to business support services all over the country that will assist students to get advice and guidance for better development.
• Large venues with large spaces for events, meetings, or conferences.
• Learning Development team that guides and tutors the students to improve their academic skills like Essay writing, Critical analysis, Presentation skills, Time management, Revision and exam techniques, and Mathematic skills and support.
• Podiatry Clinic offers hands-on education for its students and is professionally assessed by highly experienced lecturers.

The University of Northampton every year hosts a four-day program known as the ‘Subject Futures Week’, where professionals from different professions of the fields of Arts, Science, and Technology, come together to share career counseling for the students. This program acknowledges the career options of students, giving them reasonable and smart advice that can help them understand life after graduation and opportunities to work with well-known people from different industries.

The students who have graduated from this university have a successful employment rate of 95% reported by Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE).

The notable alumni of the University of Northampton include Former Formula 1 world champion racer Damon Hill, fashion designer Zandra Rhodes, and recent rugby star Ben Cohen.

The first alumni of the university were: 

• Sir David O’Dowd, appointed as Assistant Chief Constable of the Northampton police and later as Chief Constable. Awarded for Fellowship in November 1993.
• Peter Ellwood, a Chairman of ICI and a former Chief Executive of Lloyds and Barclaycard who was also the foundation governor for Nene College. Awarded as Doctorate of Laws in July 1994.
• Gina Ogden, a County Councillor with the longest service since 1967. Currently serving as the Chairman of Adult social care and health scrutiny committee and as the Governor of the Northampton Performing Arts and Music service.
• Ben Saunders, a world record-breaking polar explorer and long-distance skier who leads the most hard-driving polar journeys. He was the first of completely the 105-day, 1,800-mile trek to retrace the journey of Captain Robert Falcon Scott.

Student Services:

The Student Support Services team will provide assistance for students to find part-time jobs both within the campus and outside, applying for work permits and visa extensions, registration procedures, lost valuables, and so many more.

Accommodation:

Students can find many options for accommodation at the University of Northampton like halls of residence, apartments, privately-owned houses, and more. The university offers both single and twin rooms with shared bathrooms.

Medical Services:

Students going for the accommodation option of halls of residence are advised to register with the on-campus Doctor Surgery. The university’s Counseling and Mental Health team offer free support for students in need of mental health.

The medical service in the university includes a few things like:

• Sports injuries
• Nail surgery
• Nail and skin pathology
• Monitoring of diabetes
• Hard skin and corn management
• General nail and foot care

Library Services:

The library provides access to a range of benefits for students like printing, online resources, rich learning environments, silent group study spaces, and expert support. The Library and Learning service for students will help them develop and improve their academic skills.

Sports Facilities:

The University also offers sports activities and facilities that will keep the students physically active during their time here. The different clubs offer activities and facilities for the following: Archery, Basketball, Boxing, Cheerleading, Climbing, Cricket, Dance, Dodge ball, Equestrian, Football, Futsal, Hockey, Jiu-Jitsu, Lacrosse, Netball, Pool & Snooker, Rounders, Rugby, Snow sports, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, and Volleyball.