The University and Storyhouse, the independent arts centre and creative hub in Chester, have signed a six-year partnership agreement, starting from the beginning of September.

Building on their existing work together, the agreement sets out the framework within which the University and Storyhouse will jointly host, present and sponsor events, and collaborate on research and creative projects. Initiatives already linking the University and Storyhouse have included delivering the Chester International Film Festival with Chester Film Society, and Storyhouse is one of the host venues for the University-led Festival of Ideas.

Read more here.

Going back to the days when the University was the Chester Diocesan Training College in the Victorian era, its students produced a magazine called The Collegian, which first appeared in 1886. The 1886 and 1887 issues were long considered to be lost, until bookseller Dr Chris Robinson, of Creaking Shelves Books, came into possession of them. He has kindly donated them to the University archive.

Intriguingly, the early issues of the magazine appeared in handwritten, rather than print format. Print historian Dr Lisa Peters commented that manuscript periodicals were unusual in late Victorian times, as printing was widespread.

Not only would there have been many printers in Chester who could have typeset and printed a magazine, but many institutions had their own simple hand-operated printing press which would allow them to print notices, advertising and small magazines.

• Wednesday 3 September 2025
• 9am - 2.30pm
• Wheeler Building, Chester

If you are a graduate in any discipline looking to pursue a career in Medicine, then our Graduate Entry Medicine Open Day is an excellent opportunity to learn about this four-year MBChB course.

Starting at our Wheeler building, you’ll attend a talk that will cover all aspects of the Graduate Entry Medicine course, and you’ll then take a tour of our state-of-the-art clinical skills and simulation facilities.

On the day, you’ll also have the opportunity to view the wider University facilities and accommodation on a Campus Tour at our Exton Park site.

Book your place here.

This September, Alumni of University of Chester, Michael French will be taking part in the epic challenge of running the Berlin marathon to raise vital funds for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, who provided care for both of Michael’s grandparents.

Hospice of the Good Shepherd provides its services free of charge to its patients and costs £5.2million to run each year with just 17% of the funding coming from statutory sources. The remaining 83% is raised from a range of fundraising activities and the support of the generous local community in Cheshire.

If you’d like to support Michael in his incredible fundraising challenge, you can donate via his JustGiving page.

Our university is so lucky to have such an engaged Alumni community.

Please don’t forget there are many ways that you can support your University. Through your time and talent; volunteering to speak to our students or supporting them through mentoring and more. 

Regular donations and individual donations are also vital to help us support students in need through dedicated funds as well as support projects like our Alumni Archive.

For details about how you can support us, please visit: chester.ac.uk/alumni/giving or get in touch via: giving@chester.ac.uk.

• Tuesday 9 September 2025
• 5.30pm - 6.30pm
• Online

We offer a wide range of postgraduate courses within Childhood, Education, and Professional Development (CEPD) which are specifically designed to prepare learners for a career within the children, young people and families workforce, or to significantly upskill individuals who are currently working within the education sector.

This event provides you with the opportunity to discover the courses we have on offer and will outline how we can support you to become a successful lifelong learner. Meet our course leaders, who will be able to answer your questions about how we can tailor your learning to the specific needs of your profession, or your future career.

Get a taste of our courses from our students’ perspective:

• MA Educational Leadership
• PGCert Attachment, Trauma & Mental Health

Find out more and book your place here.

Are you thinking about your next steps and want to find out more about Postgraduate Study options? Then keep an eye out for our Postgraduate Events at the University of Chester.

We’re hosting our next Postgraduate Open Evening this November. It's your chance to explore all your postgraduate study options and get your questions answered by our experts. We also have subject-specific events for Graduate Entry Medicine and our Part-time Education courses coming up soon.

• Graduate Entry Medicine Open Day - Wheeler, Chester - Wednesday 3 September, 9am – 4pm
• Part-time Education Courses Event - Online - Tuesday 9 September, 5.30-6.30pm
• Postgraduate Open Evening - Exton Park, Chester - Wednesday 26 November, 5.30pm-7pm

Plus, you may be eligible for our Graduate Loyalty Discount scheme, which offers a discount on tuition fees for certain postgraduate Master’s courses, including some of our conversion courses.

Don’t wait! Book your events to find out more and prepare for that next step in your career.
 

We love to hear your graduate stories and share them on our Alumni Blog. It’s packed full of Chester Alumni experiences throughout the years, and we would love to add yours to our collection.

Whether it be about your time at Chester or where you are now, get in touch with us at alumni@chester.ac.uk to add your story!  
     
Check out our current alumni blogs here.

Our part-time, in-person evening language courses are now open for current UoC students, staff and alumni!

Starting the week of 13 October 2025, our evening courses are perfect, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills in:

• Arabic
• French
• German
• Italian
• Japanese
• Korean
• Mandarin
• Portuguese
• Spanish
• Welsh

The course costs £389, but staff and alumni are eligible for a discount. 

Get in touch for more information: ahsstudentrecruitment@chester.ac.uk.

Learn a new language and gain a global outlook, find your ideal course today.

Each month the University shares a wide range of news updates which you can follow on the website’s ‘News Page’.
  
Highlights this month include, how the School for the Creative Industries at Chester is actively shaping the future of creative education and workforce development, how UoC is in the top five for high-skilled graduate employment in the North West and much more!

Head over to the website now to read more.

Having a picnic, a BBQ or garden party? Ditching disposables for reusable crockery can be a game changer in reducing waste. Using a refillable water bottle can be the best way to stay hydrated, and investing in a cool box makes it easier to keep food fresh and avoid extra packaging.

From September to October, we'll be welcoming new students to the University of Chester.

Do you have any advice for our new starters? What's the one thing you wish you knew as you started your Chester journey? Share your tips and advice with us by emailing alumni@chester.ac.uk.

Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO)

T: +44 (0)1244 512477
E: alumni@chester.ac.uk
W: www.chester.ac.uk/alumni

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