On 13th and 14th March, we held five Graduation ceremonies across two days in Chester Cathedral and welcomed graduates to our alumni community. Huge congratulations to all those who graduated!  

If you haven’t already, make sure you register/update your details with us to keep up to date with all the latest news and get access to all the alumni benefits.    

Are you looking to enhance your skills, increase your earning potential, or advance your career by returning to education? 

Join us at our Postgraduate Open Event this evening and explore the variety of postgraduate study options available at the University of Chester, including postgraduate research, PGCE and conversion courses. 

• Exton Park, Chester – Wednesday 26th March at 5.30pm 

You’ll have the opportunity to meet with academic staff and speak to experts from support areas, such as postgraduate finance and admissions. 

Additionally, you may be eligible for our Graduate Loyalty Discount, offering 20% off qualifying postgraduate taught Master’s courses. 

Book now to secure your place for our Postgrad Open Evening and visit us on campus to learn more! 

History and Archaeology 'Discover More' Postgraduate Information Event (in-person)

Wednesday 2nd April, 12noon – 2pm Exton Park Campus 

Join us for an engaging, interactive event to learn about our exciting range of postgraduate courses in History, Archaeology and Heritage. 

Book your place here

If you are unable to attend in-person, we are also hosting the event online on:

Wednesday 9th April, 4:30pm – 6pm

Register for the online event here

Education, and Professional Development (CEPD) Postgraduate Courses - online event

Tuesday 8th April, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 

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. 

Register to attend online here

A recent graduate from the University of Chester and mum of two has made a lasting impact through both her high grades and her leadership at a parent-led pre-school.

Chantal Worsdell achieved some of the highest marks ever awarded on the MA Education (Early Childhood) programme at the University, placing her at the top of her cohort. 

Chantal, 50, from Shrewsbury, drew on her MA research to help shape the preschool’s approach to parental partnerships, deepening understanding of the parent-led model of early childhood provision. 

Chantal’s research also gained national attention, leading to an invitation to present at the prestigious TACTYC (Together And Committed To Young Children) 2024 conference, where she shared her insights into parent-led preschools. In recognition of her contributions to the field, Chantal was awarded the University of Chester’s Prize for Outstanding Dedication to Children’s Development in the Early Years in Memory of Kathryn (Kate) Wilkinson. 

Read the rest of Chantal's story here.

May 13th – 16th 2025, 9.00am - 4.30pm 

Exton Park Campus 

PARC is a platform where postgraduate students can present their research in different formats, take part in fascinating workshops, and listen to informative talks from many academic professionals about the journey of a PGR student. 

The event theme is: Being a Researcher 

The four individual days are dedicated to: 

• Research & Culture 

• The Writing Process 

• Research Dissemination 

• Professional Development 

Register to attend here 

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 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: www.chester.ac.uk/giving or get in touch at: giving@chester.ac.uk  

Congratulations to the group of students crowned Young Enterprise (YE) Start-Up Awards UK finalists after impressing judges at the North West stage of the competition with their SlipStopper venture.

Two teams showcased the University’s emerging talent in entrepreneurship, after excelling at a Chester Business School event held to select who would represent the institution.

The teams were formed of students from the Business School who study the Entrepreneurial Thought in Action module as part of their programme, supported by students from across the Business School and wider University.

They developed an innovative aftersales shoe attachment aimed at reducing slips in the service and construction industries.

Find out more their venture here

Wednesday 30th April, 4:45pm – 7pm

Are you considering studying a postgraduate course with Chester Medical School?

Join us at our Postgraduate Online Information Event, where you can hear more about our courses, from the Programme Leaders, and have your questions answered in a Q&A session.
Find out more about our postgraduate courses in:

• MSc Biomedical Science
• MSc Haematology
• Masters by Research (MRes) in Medical Science
• MSc Diabetes
• MSc Orthopaedics
• MSc Respiratory Medicine
• MSc Oncology

Book your place here.
 

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, University of Chester students preparing to shed the spotlight on a series of short films at Storyhouse, as part of the Chester International Film festival. 

Our news also includes, A Mature Student’s Perspective of support at Chester.

Head over to the website now to read more. 

Give refillable cleaning products a go 

Many natural cleaning products are refillable and/or multi-use. Not only are they generally better for human health and the environment, but they are also kinder to our surfaces and possessions too.  Although natural cleaning products might have an initial higher cost, they can be great investments – as it’s possible to save money with them in the long term. 

Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO)

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