Ulster University News - July 2021
Ulster University rises to number 2 in UK PhD rankings for researcher satisfaction
The latest Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES 2021) has placed Ulster University second in the UK for postgraduate researcher satisfaction.
29 July 2021
Ulster University welcomes new Centenary scholarship scheme for those less likely to access university education
Up to 34 students will benefit from scholarships and bursaries to mark Northern Ireland’s Centenary, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Brandon Lewis announced.
27 July 2021
‘Prepping for Uni’ Course co-designed by students launched by Ulster University’s School Outreach Academy
St Cecilia’s College, in conjunction with Ulster University’s School Outreach Academy have helped to co-design a new innovative ‘Prepping for Uni’ Course.
22 July 2021
Ulster University joins Smart Nano NI Consortium in welcoming £42.4m in funding
The consortium will develop new technology for medical devices, communication and data storage.
22 July 2021
Ulster Student named as Law Neuberger prize winner
Law student Colm Crothers has been named the first ever Ulster University student to be awarded the Neuberger Prize.
15 July 2021
Ulster’s Celtic researchers strengthen their connection to Brittany
Dr Maxim Fomin, Research Director – Modern Languages and Linguistics at Ulster University, has been appointed Visiting Professor at University of Western Brittany (Brest) at the Centre for Research in Breton and Celtic (CRBC) for five years.
14 July 2021
Ulster PhD graduate shines spotlight on portrayal of mental health and suicide in filmmaking
John Deery graduates from Ulster University this summer with a PhD in Cinematic Arts
9 July 2021
Ulster University’s EDGE Excel Student of the Year graduates with an accolade of achievements
Emily Osborne graduates from Ulster University this summer with a BDes First Class Hons in Graphic Design and Illustration.
9 July 2021
Irish hockey star scores degree in Human Nutrition
World cup silver medallist Zoe Wilson graduates from Ulster University this summer with a BSc in Human Nutrition.
9 July 2021
Ulster graduate inspired by son's heart condition to pursue a career in cardiac physiology
Dedicated mother of four, Sinead Campbell, graduates this summer with a degree in Healthcare Science specialising in Cardiac Physiology.
9 July 2021
Ulster University graduate hopes to use her own experience to help others access higher education
Graduating with a degree in Business with Marketing, Ulster University student Lucy Drummond hopes to pay it forward by helping others realise their potential.
9 July 2021
Ulster University student overcomes cancer to graduate with first class honours
Thomas Cafolla graduates with first class honours in International Hospitality Management after a difficult battle with blood cancer.
8 July 2021
Ulster University graduate inspired by her late father to pursue a career in personalised medicine
Alisha Coll graduates this summer from Ulster University with a BSc in Stratified Medicine.
8 July 2021
Two kids, a pandemic and a successfully completed PhD
Dr Medbh Hillyard graduates this summer with a PhD on physical activity in pregnancy
8 July 2021
Ulster University graduate turns passion for the environment into a career
Katie Blythe graduates from Ulster University this summer with a BSc in Environmental Science.
8 July 2021
Rugby Pro scores degree from Ulster University
Michael Stronge, graduates from Ulster University this summer with a 2:1 in BSc Hons in Sport and Exercise Sciences.
8 July 2021
Mature student finds her passion for Radiography at Ulster University
Geraldine Doherty graduates from Ulster University this summer with first class honours in Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging.
8 July 2021
Ulster graduate uses creative skills to support others during the pandemic
Emma Hetherington graduates this summer with a degree in Graphic Design and Illustration.
8 July 2021
International student first to complete innovative Data Science degree at Magee
Poojith Kamireddy Chengalreddy graduates from Ulster University this summer with an MSc in Data Science (Applied Research).
8 July 2021
Ulster entrepreneur balances final year studies with baking business
Phoebe Carson, graduates from Ulster University this summer, with a BSc Hons in Consumer Management and Food Innovation.
7 July 2021