Saleha tells us all about her experience of studying at Newman University. “I heard about Newman University from workshops that I had at my previous College. I found the enrolment process easy. “I study Working with Children, Young People and Families BA (Hons) “The reason why I chose to study
An article written by Humanities Masters student Wesley Rolston. When Newman closed due to Covid-19 from the 23rd March to all students, gaps began to open created regarding engagement, learning, connecting to others and physical and mental health. This was my motivation for applying for FUEL funding from Beatfreeks, an
Karen is a student but also part-time staff member at the university working in the Sanctuary. Karen wanted to share her story on studying as a mature student. My entry into University is very unique I was working full time in a primary school and was on long term sickness
Sarah worked at a bank for 23 years before taking voluntary redundancy and going back to studying in order to fulfil her passion of becoming a Counsellor. Let’s hear from Sarah… “I cannot believe how much I am enjoying learning second time around!” Hi, I’m Sarah and I took voluntary
For my first year at Newman University, I decided to live in student accommodation. During this time I lived in one of the old halls (Maryvale) and shared a kitchen and bathroom. Living on-site has been so useful as accommodation is a part of the main campus and basically all
Studies in Primary Education student Charlotte, shares tips on how to stay organised and stress-free at university by writing in a journal. Most people carry the belief that journaling is much like having a diary, a place to write what they did that day, how they felt and whoever they’re
History student Daniel, talks about his transition from year one into year two here at Newman. “Studying history at Newman University has, quite honestly, been one of the best personal experiences of my life. My first year in history focused on an introduction to the ancient world and modern American
As 2019 draws to a close, a time where traditions of making New Year’s resolutions falls upon us. Creating New Year’s resolutions can be an amazing way to change your life, this is due to the fact that the New Year can be a time filled with hope and prosperity
Ubayda taught himself at home prior to going to college and university, he discusses how he has found the process of settling into university. I was born in the London borough of Newham, raised in Arabia for 14 years, yet found myself living in Nechells, Birmingham by the age of
Stephanie Miller is studying Forensic Psychology BSc here at Newman and wanted to share her experience of what it is like to be a first-year student. As a first-year student my experiences of studying at Newman University are far and few between. However; there are many opportunities that have been