Oldham Campus News

These are the latest news stories from University Campus Oldham.

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Bucking the trend for graduate jobs at University Campus Oldham

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:00:00 BST
IN a tough economic climate, University Campus Oldham (UCO) has retained an impressive record for getting graduates into jobs.


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Tutor support praised by Oldham Council graduate

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:14:00 GMT
Former University Campus Oldham student Nealm Johnson has praised the support she received from tutors at UCO.


Takatso Nyathi thumb - Health and community studies students at University Campus Oldham are reaping the benefits of work experience opportunities on their course with over 90% finding employments within 6 months of graduating.

A tried and tested route to employment

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:20:00 GMT
A University course is absorbing and rewarding in its own right. But what are my prospects of getting a job?


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An exciting new development for higher education in Oldham

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:26:00 GMT
Oldham College to take over the running of UCO


Shah Islam Thumb - University Campus Oldham student Shah Islam thinks that the fees set bu University Campus Oldham are fair and finds he saves money living at home and commuting to his local university.

No need to fear the fees ... especially when you study on your home patch

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:53:00 GMT
Study locally at UCO.


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Probing the lives of young people who are out of school and out of work

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:14:00 GMT
Public Lecture at University Campus Oldham
- Wednesday 14 March at 6pm


Part-time study thumb - part-time study at University Campus Oldham.

Part-time study can bring full-time benefits

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:14:00 GMT
Ambitious people who want to take their careers to the next level need to check out the possibilities offered by a part-time degree...


Three lecturers at University campus Oldham (UCO) who have all been teaching abroad during the summer holidays. Left to right, Julie Rhodes, Denis Hyams-Ssekasi, Alison Iredale.

Oldham experts have lessons for the world

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:23:00 GMT
Lecturers at University Campus Oldham have been going global and it is hoped that students will benefit from their experiences overseas.


All That group thumb - All That Magazine Team Ryan Hill, Joe Whitworth, Peter Bircak with Mahdlo and representiaves from the Oldham Young Persons Development Group.

All That, the exciting mag for young adults

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:33:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham students have contributed to a new 32 page magazine for young people that will hit the streets this month.


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A good sport

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:13:00 GMT
Jan’s talent shines at the BBC’s MediaCity


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Sunday Times University Guide

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:51:00 GMT
When it comes to the excellence of its teaching, University Campus Oldham, part of the University of Huddersfield is one of the very best in the UK.


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More students apply to UCO

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:34:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham (UCO) is bucking the national trend with a rise in applications for September — despite an increase in tuition fees.


Oldham tutors nominated for Pride in Oldham award.

Tutors scoop award nomination

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:19:00 GMT
Two inspirational tutors at University Campus Oldham have scooped a Pride In Oldham award nomination...


Quest for community cohesion

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 BST
Lecturer probes a policy that aims to bring peace to troubled communities...


Oldham's Active Citizens

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham is working with Voluntary Action Oldham and its partners Peacemaker and Positive Steps Oldham...


Honours even!

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 BST
WHEN big sister Yasmin became a star student who earned a first class honours degree, there was no way that Nazmin Sultana was going to be second best...


Oldham Law student visits The Law Society

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
When Law LLB(Hons) student Sanya Mamhood was interviewed for local newspaper the Oldham Evening Chronicle, the results were unexpected to say the least...


Recipe for success!

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 BST
Rochdale student wins Aimhigher award after being nominated by her UCO Student Employee of the Year mentor for her dedication to the scheme...


Second is best!

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 BST
Oldham student is ‘one of the most inspiring role models’ prestigious panel has ever seen...


Uni Tube - what's that?

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT
The University Campus Oldham are continually developing the ways in which we teach our students to ensure they are innovative and engaging...


From Oldham to Hong Kong

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Julie Rhodes is a senior lecturer at UCO. She teaches on the Health and Community Studies BSc(Hons) degree...


Student scoops big award in house of Lords ceremony

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
The University of Huddersfield is pleased to announce that law student Shakiru Olajide has been awarded one of the highly sought after Helena Kennedy Foundation award...


Pride of Oldham Award nomination for UCO's Bev Oxley

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT
A well-deserved nomination for our Student Support Officer, Bev Oxley makes it her mission to give struggling students a helping hand...


iPhone4

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT
When the US based American manufacturer Apple unveiled the iPhone in January 2007. ...


Memorandum of Understanding between University Campus Oldham and Positive Steps Oldham

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham and Positive Steps Oldham have collaborated for many years across a wide range of areas...


Oldham to Islamabad

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT
A member of academic staff, a partner and two young people who are Oldham Citizens attended the Pan Asian Youth Symposium...


UCO students visit the BBC

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham students recently attended an event at the BBC for those interested in working in Business Support roles ...


Mofozzul full of Eastern promise

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Oldham student Mofozzul Choudhury Imran will be spending his Easter immersed in Chinese culture after beating off stiff competition from over 2,000 other UK students...


Students enter the Lions’ Lair

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
University Campus Oldham students were recently in the Lion’s Lair showcasing their innovative ideas in an attempt to make the town of Oldham a better place...


Oldham tutors go the Extra Mile

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Dr Sarah Falcus, senior lecturer for History and English Literature BA(Hons) at the University Campus Oldham, was a finalist at the recent Extra Mile celebration dinner in Huddersfield....


Fees fair: Education priceless

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 BST
University announces its tuition fees for 2012....


Legal Eagles

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 BST
TWO Oldham law students will be celebrating this week as they graduate with first class honours....


'Inspirational' Oldham student wins award for the highest mark

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 BST
University Campus Oldham has given Psychological Studies student, Joanne Turner, the award for achieving the highest grade of the 2010-11...


Highly prized Irene

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 BST
Grandmother scoops TWO awards after switching on to student life...


Mature student Karen is a First Class act

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 BST
DETAILED analysis of the bloody tale of Bluebeard had a fairy tale ending for mature student Karen Smedley...


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