Photos from March 2025 graduation ceremonies are now available to view in our Graduation Gallery! 

Take a look now and let us know if you spot yourself!

A huge congratulations again to everyone that graduated, we hope you all had an incredible day. Don’t forget to register/update your details with us to stay in touch.
 

Are you considering Postgraduate Study as your next step? Join us at our Postgraduate Open Evening to discover your options.

We're hosting our next event in June, where you'll have the chance to explore your potential study areas in depth, and ask any questions that you may have about postgraduate study at Chester. You’re welcome to join us:

• Wednesday 11 June
• 5.30pm-7pm
• Exton Park 

You'll get the chance to chat with academic staff and learn about postgraduate finance and accommodation. Plus, you may be eligible for our Graduate Loyalty Discount scheme, which offers a discount on tuition fees for certain postgraduate Master’s courses. So why wait? Book your Postgraduate Event online today and visit us on campus to find out more.

Other postgraduate information events coming up in June include:  

• MA TESOL and CELTA online information event - Wednesday 11 June, 12-1pm 
• Part-time PG Education Online Information Event - Tuesday 17 June, 5.30-6.30pm 
• PGCE Open Day - Saturday 21 June, 10am-4pm 
• PGCert in Psychological Trauma and PGCert in Mental Health, Trauma and Attachment - Monday 23 June, 7pm-8pm 

The University of Chester has earned a hat-trick of accolades in the UK’s only higher education awards decided exclusively by students. 

The 2025 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) saw Chester retain its gold titles for being the best University in the UK for International and Postgraduate students. The University also won a bronze award for Student Support.

The awards ceremony took place in London on Wednesday, May 21, celebrating the best Higher Education Institutions in the nation and shining a light on those that have gone above and beyond to support students during the year. The Vice-Chancellor said: “We’re delighted to receive gold awards once more in the International and Postgraduate categories, to earn a bronze award for Student Support, and to be named as the best University in the North West.”

If you are currently working towards or are planning to complete the CDA, please note the following deadlines:

• Final submission deadline: 1 July 2025 – any sections (up to the maximum of six) must be submitted by this date. These will then be reviewed by our team. You can complete your CDA submission here: Chester Difference Award Progress Page.
• Resubmission deadline (you may be asked to complete more work and resubmit if the team feels this is required in order for you complete a section): 31 July 2025.

After 31 July 2025, the CDA will no longer be available for completion by any student or graduate. 

As a graduate, there are still plenty of opportunities to develop your skills outside of your course, including the Venture Programme and LinkedIn Learning available whilst you still have access to your student email (please sign in with your university login).

Abbey School are recruiting for an exciting opportunity to become a Learning Coordinator.

As a Learning Mentor, you will play a key role in providing personalised support to our pupils throughout their whole school day. Your role will be crucial in helping us achieve our goal of ensuring that every child with exceptional needs receives a meaningful and enriching education, empowering them to make informed choices about their future.

Abbey School recruit from any degree discipline, no prior experience is required, they are looking for values-driven individuals with a passion for SEN and they provide training and offer individuals a career.

They are also recruiting for:

•  SEND Teaching Assistant
•  SEND School Classroom Support
   

Use CareerSet to review your CV, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile and receive instant, tailored feedback. This tool helps you identify areas for improvement and ensures your documents are clear, professional, and targeted to the roles you're applying for.

• Check your CV layout and content
• Tailor your cover letter to specific job descriptions
• Optimise your LinkedIn profile for employers

Available 24/7 and free for all students and graduates.

Recently graduated or about to graduate? Not sure what comes next? You’re not alone! Many graduates feel uncertain about their next steps, but the Careers and Employability Team is still here for you.

Whether you're actively job hunting, considering further study, or still figuring out what you want to do, our friendly, non-judgemental team of Career Consultants offers personalised support to help you move forward with confidence.

Here’s how we can support you after graduation:

• Book a one-to-one Careers Advice Meeting for tailored advice, whether you're starting from scratch or refining your plans
• Get support with applications, interviews, and career transitions – we can offer early or late online appointments to suit your schedule
• Explore CareerHub, your go-to place for resources on career planning, job search tips, and further study options

Career journeys are sometimes a bit bumpy, and that’s okay. Wherever you are in the process, we're here to help you take the next step with confidence.

A variety of six-week modern languages taster courses, designed to be suitable for all learners will run from this week to the week commencing 30 June (weekly, 6.30pm-8pm). A taster course is a great way to satisfy your curiosity about other cultures whilst unlocking new listening, reading, writing and oral language skills. Courses available: 

• French (Wednesday evenings) 
• German (Wednesday evenings) 
• Italian (Tuesday evenings) 
• Japanese (Thursday evenings) 
• Korean (Tuesday evenings) 
• Spanish (Wednesday evenings) 
• Welsh (Wednesday evenings) 

These courses provide a friendly and fun introduction to the language of your choice. Please contact ahsstudentrecruitment@chester.ac.uk to find out more. 

Further information about our languages taster and evening courses. 

The Graduate Outcomes Survey is a national survey for recent graduates to share where your course has taken you – whether you’re working, studying further, or something else entirely! Your feedback helps current and future students make informed decisions about their future and shapes the way courses are developed.

Did you complete your course between November 2023 and January 2024?
 
You only have until 31 May 2025 to complete your Graduate Outcomes Survey. Many of your course mates have already shared their insights – don’t miss your chance to add yours.
 
You’ll have been emailed the survey link, so please check your emails. Can’t find it? Email us at graduateoutcomes@chester.ac.uk and we’ll resend it to you!
 

Did you complete your course between February and April 2024?

Your opportunity to share your voice is just around the corner! Starting in June 2025, you'll receive your Graduate Outcomes Survey. Keep an eye on your inbox for its arrival! If you don’t receive it, email us on graduateoutcomes@chester.ac.uk.

Bookings are now open for the full, eagerly anticipated Chester Festival of Ideas 2025 programme of almost 100 free events. 

The final line-up of exciting, diverse, inclusive and accessible events for the four-day festival this summer, organised by the University of Chester and partners, has been unveiled. 

The festival is back after its inaugural success in 2024, with everything from the chance to hear from well-known, inspirational sportspeople and broadcasters to the opportunity to get creative at art workshops. 

Aiming to celebrate, entertain, inform and inspire, the festival takes place from Thursday 3 July to Sunday 6 July 2025. All the details are available and places can now be booked on the Festival of Ideas website. 

Highlights this month include the full line up for this year’s Chester Festival of Ideas!

Our news also includes the University receiving a £4.3 million grant to deliver a heat decarbonisation project across two flagship buildings, a Psychology graduate setting up their own business with support from the Venture Programme, and Archaeology students taking part in a dig in Grosvenor Park.

Head over to the website now to read more.

Doing a spring clean? Send your items to a new home! 

With the new, brighter season comes the desire to update our wardrobes. The best thing we can do is redirect good-conditioned items from going to landfill, whether that be via British Heart Foundation (BHF), your local charity shops or online second-hand shops like Vinted. Last year our students donated over 1,500 bags of items to BHF as part of the University’s ‘Moving Out’ campaign – making a positive difference both for the charity and our environment!