All News tagged with 'postgraduate'
Success for creative writing students
November 10, 2011
Two postgraduate creative writing students from the University of Glamorgan have recently won awards acknowledging their work in writing.
Psychology Clinic Opens its Doors
November 3, 2011
A fully functioning professional Psychology Clinic, which will be available to members of the public, is opening at the University of Glamorgan.
Philip Gross contributes to a new documentary on poetry and Quaker beliefs
August 12, 2011
Professor Philip Gross shares his views on the connections between Quaker beliefs and poetry in a new documentary for Radio 4.
First Minister addresses Cyfrwng Media Wales Conference
June 16, 2011
Creative industries – helping Wales lead the way in a digital age
First Minister Carwyn Jones today (Thursday June 16, 2011) addressed 
a major conference at the University of Glamorgan and set out his vision for the creative industries in Wales, outlining the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Glamorgan Business School Commonwealth Scholar wins prestigious marketing prize
June 10, 2011
Christopher Agyapong Siaw, a Commonwealth Scholarship student from Ghana who is undertaking the MSc Marketing at Glamorgan Business School, has won the prestigious Professor Malcolm McDonald Student Essay Prize.
Best New University in Wales: Guardian ranks Glamorgan among top three Welsh universities
May 17, 2011
The University of Glamorgan has been rated Wales’s top new university in the Guardian’s prestigious league table, published today.
New distance learning MSc in Independent Prescribing
December 20, 2010
The Royal Society of Medicine (RSM), one of the largest providers of continuing medical education in the UK, has teamed up with the University of Glamorgan to provide a flexible distance learning degree in Independent Prescribing (CPD).
The course is aimed at health professionals who currently prescribe – or who will be in a position to prescribe. It will provide professionals with an extended knowledge of the principles of prescribing, including the underpinning science; the psychological, social and physical impact of prescribing, and ethical and legal issues in a complex and constantly evolving area.
Emerging artist Tiffany Oben joins Ivor Davies in Female Wales Purchase Prize success
October 8, 2010
Tiffany Oben has won the University of Glamorgan’s Art Purchase Prize for students, with the main prize going to Ivor Davies. Tiffany, who is currently studying for an MA Art Practice at Glamorgan, created the winning work while on the BA (Hons) Art Practice.
PhD Studentship - QoS and Routing in Encrypted Networks
December 8, 2009
This industry funded research project is in partnership with QinetiQ Ltd. The company is a leading international provider of technology-based services and solutions to the defence, security and related markets; and work with government organisations, predominantly in the UK and USA including defence departments, intelligence services and security agencies.
Glamorgan Goes Global on Women’s Enterprise Day
November 13, 2009
Staff from the Women’s Entrepreneurship Hub (Centre for Enterprise) at the University of Glamorgan, will be promoting welsh women entrepreneurs on Women’s Enterprise Day, Wednesday 18th November. The celebration is part of Global Enterprise Week which takes place from 16th to 22nd November
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme Success for Glamorgan Business School
October 2, 2009
The Glamorgan Business School has successfully been awarded two scholarships for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme.
Students' Artwork on Show
September 9, 2009
The work of six talented artists is going on show at the University of Glamorgan next week, as the MA Show 09 gets underway.
University Launches Centre for Professional Studies
August 24, 2009
The Centre for Professional Studies, based at the University of Glamorgan Business School is Wales’ leading provider of professional courses, including ACCA, CIPD, CIPS and ILM.
METIman debuts at Glamorgan
June 25, 2009
The METI‘s newest, low-cost wireless patient simulator, METIman has made its UK debut this week at the Third Annual UK Simulation in Nursing Education Conference, hosted at the University of Glamorgan.
Adults with Autism – the Unseen Population
June 16, 2009
Many adults and older people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) could be living with the condition without even realising it.
Professor’s Work in Community Regeneration Honoured with an OBE
June 15, 2009
Professor Dave Adamson, Director of the University of Glamorgan’s Centre for Regeneration and Sustainable Communities has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
MBA student success in global online game
June 11, 2009
Two groups of full time MBA students from the Glamorgan Business School have reached the semi final stage of a Global Marketing Game sponsored by Price Waterhouse Coopers and The Economist.
Glamorgan's Masters in Music Marketing is a UK first
June 9, 2009
The UK’s First Masters in Music Marketing has been launched at the University of Glamorgan in response to industry demand for professionals in this field.
Business School Hosts National DBA Conference
April 8, 2009
The University of Glamorgan’s Business School is hosting the 2009 BAM/ABS 2009 DBA Community Conference on 13th and 14th May 2009.
First student to achieve DBA success
March 24, 2009
Dr Peter Williams, a senior manager at mobile telephone operator O2, has recently been awarded Glamorgan Business School’s first Doctor of Business Administration (DBA).
Student’s Audio Book Launched by Cerys Matthews
March 18, 2009
University of Glamorgan student Sarah Broughton will launch the audio recording of her first novel ‘Other Useful Numbers’ with a helping hand from Cerys Matthews this weekend.
The Dr Who Influence?
February 27, 2009
Researchers at the University of Glamorgan have been comissioned by the BBC Trust to examine the impact of landmark BBC Wales drama series on the way that Wales in general, and Cardiff and South Wales in particular, are represented.
Glamorgan Business School and Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport launch two new online MSc programmes
August 6, 2008
What do Dr Who, Pot Noodle and the wings of the Airbus 380 have in common?
Clean, Green Tribrid Minibus - A First for Europe
June 5, 2008
A carbon free minibus powered by three different green technologies – the first of its kind in Europe – was unveiled and officially launched in Wales today (Thursday June 5 ) – on World Environment Day
Doctoral Programme First of its Kind
April 21, 2008
The first ever doctorate qualification in the world to address the specific policy issues of a national government is being launched at the University of Glamorgan.
Chartered Surveying Accreditation for Glamorgan
March 6, 2008
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has announced a new RICS accredited course at the University of Glamorgan, a move that will have great significance for the property industry in Wales.
Technology Could Save NHS £2 billion a Year
October 23, 2007
Today’s society demands the accurate recording of vast amounts of data, including healthcare data. Traditional methods of record keeping are inadequate and even electronic record keeping has serious drawbacks, the main one being the fact that most data is input via keyboards.
Welsh Expertise to Regenerate Mongolian Towns
July 20, 2007
A unique project which will lead to the regeneration of communities in Mongolia is being pioneered by experts at the University of Glamorgan.
Glamorgan Rated Top for Business Links
July 20, 2007
The University of Glamorgan has been rated top university in the Wales for its number of graduate business start ups still trading.
Using Difference to make a Difference
May 23, 2007
A conference which will take a sideways look at how diversity affects organisations in Wales will be hosted by the University of Glamorgan next month, 20th June.
Visiting Smithsonian Fellow Surveys Welsh Cultural Resources
May 21, 2007
A Curator from the Smithsonian Institution’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage will be spending the autumn term as a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Glamorgan’s new ATRiuM Cardiff campus, which opens this year.
Student's Work at Cannes Film Festival
May 17, 2007
University of Glamorgan masters student Catherine Cole from Pontypridd is to have her short film shown at this year’s prestigious Cannes Film.
More Leadership Training Needed
May 17, 2007
Leadership development and training is lacking in Welsh businesses, academics said yesterday.
They called for businesses to explore how they can improve and change their management styles, including the introduction of servant-leadership methods.
Improving Leadership Skills Crucial
May 17, 2007
Leadership development and training is lacking in Welsh businesses, academics said yesterday.
They called for businesses to explore how they can improve and change their management styles, including the introduction of servant-leadership methods.
University Sponsors Future Leaders
May 15, 2007
The University of Glamorgan is the new sponsor of the Institute of Directors’ Wales Young Directors’ Forum.
World-Famous Astrophysicist Joins CASE
May 14, 2007
World-renowned astrophysicist Professor Chandra Wickramasinghe has joined the University of Glamorgan as Visiting Professor to the University’s Centre for Astronomy and Science Education (CASE).
Thai Delegation Visits Glamorgan
May 10, 2007
The University of Glamorgan’s Centre for Astronomy and Science Education (CASE) welcomed a delegation from Thailand this week as part of a fact finding mission to find out more about science education in the UK.
BAFTA win for Glamorgan Graduate
May 2, 2007
Glamorgan Film Academy graduate Ed Casey and colleagues from Newport’s International Film School scooped the Welsh BAFTA for Best Short Film at Saturday night’s glittering event in Cardiff.
Trevor Phillips at ACAS Lecture
March 21, 2007
Equality guru Trevor Phillips spoke at the University of Glamorgan’s annual ACAS lecture last night, 20th March. The following appears in today’s Western Mail:
Walter Idris Jones Lecture
March 19, 2007
Dr Rhodri Evans of the University of Glamorgan will deliver the annual Walter Idris Jones lecture on Wednesday 21st March at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth.
Glamorgan Project Showcase
February 27, 2007
The Waste Treatment Technology Project, lead by the University of Glamorgan, was one of the key projects showcased at this week’s ‘Pinnacle Live’ event.
Citizens want Health Checks for All in Wales
February 22, 2007
All people in Wales, no matter what their state of health, should receive a full health MoT after they reach the age of 50. This is one of the key findings of a report to be launched today (22nd February 2007) detailing the findings of a specially convened ‘citizens jury’.
Embracing young people's potential is key
February 19, 2007
To get the best out of the generation entering the workforce we must tear up the management rule book, one of Britain’s most influential leadership figures has warned.
The influence of national culture on research productivity
January 26, 2007
Academics are suffering from ‘chronic levels of isolation’ as collegiality is eroded by rising workloads and a shortage of good quality staff commons rooms, researchers at the University of Glamorgan have warned.
Professor Leads NASA Publication
January 8, 2007
Professor Mark Brake of the University of Glamorgan’s Centre for Astronomy and Science Education (CASE) is one of the leading editors launching the European edition of NASA‘s online Astrobiology Magazine.
Glamorgan Student Awarded Postgrad Internship in Washington D.C.
December 13, 2006
A once in a lifetime opportunity for a postgraduate student internship at the Smithsonian Institution’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage in Washington has been announced this month by Dr David Barlow, Director of the Centre for the Study of Media and Culture in Small Nations at the University of Glamorgan.
Climbing the Ladder to Successful Management
December 4, 2006
Management staff at the South Wales Fire Service are set to boost their skills as the Service forms a unique partnership with the University of Glamorgan’s Business School.
Street Crime Research
November 29, 2006
Street robbers often carry out their vicious crimes for “kicks”, to boost street cred, or are motivated by a sheer desire to fight, a report by the University of Glamorgan says today.
Female Entrepreneurship Boost at Glamorgan
November 22, 2006
Two of Wales’ leading female entrepreneurs visited the University of Glamorgan this month to provide inspiration and encouragement to a group of aspiring business women.
Devolution scrutinised at chancellor lecture
November 10, 2006
The Rt Hon Lord Richard PC QC delivered an impassioned speech on Welsh devolution at a lecture in memory of late University of Glamorgan chancellor Lord Merlyn-Rees at the university last night.
Women Losing out on Senior Roles
November 8, 2006
The ‘softer’ skills of management are often overlooked when it comes to recruiting new leaders, a new piece of research by a team at the University of Glamorgan’s Business School has revealed.
Promoting Procurement in Wales
November 7, 2006
Procurement is enjoying a long awaited and very welcome increase in profile in all sectors and purchasing professionals are now enjoying the rewards and recognition that their colleagues in finance, HR and IT have enjoyed for some time.
Merthyr Enterprise Lecturer is Top UK Adviser
October 20, 2006
Janet Scicluna, a part-time Enterprise lecturer at Merthyr College has been named as the UK’s top Business Advisor, beating off competition from around 2,000 applicants.
Start-up Success for Graduates
October 20, 2006
A new media company, set up by two young graduates, is the latest successful business to receive start up support from the University of Glamorgan’s GTi Plus facility in the Valleys Innovation Centre, Abercynon.
Wales' Leadership and Governance Centre Launched
October 11, 2006
A new research and education unit which works directly with Welsh businesses and organisations to develop governance and leadership practises, was launched by the University of Glamorgan’s Business School this month by Andrew Davies, Welsh Assembly Minister for Enterprise, Innovation and Networks.
International Business Speaker at Glamorgan
September 7, 2006
Asking yourself what you want from life is key to business success, according to business guru Ricardo Semler who visited the University of Glamorgan’s Business School today, 7th September.
New IoD Courses Launched
September 5, 2006
Following a successful first year running the Institute of Directors’ Certificate in Company Direction, the University of Glamorgan is adding the diploma level qualification to its list of IoD approved courses.
Both the IOD Certificate and Diploma in Company Direction aim to develop knowledge and skill for directors, explain roles and responsibilities to new directors and bring best practice to experienced directors.
Sensitive information Remains on Second Hand Disks
August 10, 2006
The University of Glamorgan along with Edith Cowan University in Australia and BT, has issued a report based on research to determine whether second-hand computer disks, purchased from a number of sources, still contained any information having not been effectively erased.
Hilton MBA Winner Announced
June 15, 2006
When the University of Glamorgan launched a competition this spring offering a free place on its prestigious MBA course, 30 year old financial advisor Ian Stone thought he would try his luck in the hope of winning a place on his dream course.
