Last week the University held six graduation ceremonies across two days as part of our annual March Graduations, hosted in the historic Chester Cathedral.

A huge congratulations to all those who graduated! We loved celebrating your special moment with you and we’re delighted to welcome you into our global Alumni community!

We would love to stay in touch! If you haven’t already, please take a moment to register or update your details so you can stay informed about the latest University news and enjoy your exclusive Alumni benefits.

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Santander is giving away 200 awards of £500 in their latest Graduate £500 Prize Draw, designed to support recent graduates as they take their next steps after University.

Application criteria:

• You must be 18+ and a UK resident.  
• You must be a recent graduate (From 1^st September 2022 onwards)
• You do not need to be a Santander customer.

Deadline: 11pm on 14 May 2026

Earlier this year, we began highlighting the various ways the Careers and Employability Team continues to support our graduates and Alumni beyond their time at the University

This month, we are focusing on our next key theme: Enterprise Launchpad!

Enterprise Launchpad is a brand‑new event launching this April, designed to support graduates who are developing early‑stage business ideas or considering starting their own venture.

The free two‑day programme includes practical workshops, networking opportunities, and insights from University of Chester Alumni who have gone on to create their own businesses. It’s a great opportunity to build confidence, strengthen your ideas, and connect with others on a similar path. 

Book your spot now:  

Day 1

Day 2

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!

Why it matters

Your response doesn’t just show what graduates go on to do. It also helps us understand how well your course prepared you for work or further study. Your feedback directly supports improvements to our courses for current and future students, and it also feeds into the information shown on the DiscoverUni website, helping prospective students make informed choices.

How it works

Around 15 months after you finish your course, you’ll receive an email with a link to complete the survey online.

Did you complete your course between November 2024 and January 2025? 

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. 

If you can’t be reached by email, you may get a call from IFF Research, who conduct the survey on behalf of the University.

We are still looking for submissions to our Chester Made campaign!

Chester Made is about celebrating where your degree takes you, from your first steps on campus to the career successes that follow.

If you have a story of how the University helped you on your employment journey that you’d like to share, please submit your story. We’d love to hear it!

Submit your story and read other stories

• Thursday 30^th April 2026
• 6.30pm to 8pm
• School of Education, Room 018, University of Chester, CH1 4BJ and Online
• Free to attend

Join the University as Professor Kate Knight reflects on a remarkable career shaped by children, driven by care, and defined by innovation in education and healthcare leadership.

Click here to book an online place

Click here to book an in-person place

Childhood, Education and Professional Development Postgraduate Information Event

• Wednesday 15^th April 2026
• 5.30pm – 6.30pm
• Online

Our postgraduate CEPD courses offer a dynamic and supportive space to deepen your professional learning and research within a culture of innovation and reflective practice.

Book your place

Find out More! Postgraduate Study in History and Archaeology – Online / In person

In person:

• Wednesday 22nd April 2026
• 2pm – 3.30pm
• Exton Park, Chester

Online:

• Wednesday 29^th April 2026
• 6pm – 7pm
• Online

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

Each month the University shares a wide range of news updates which you can follow on the website’s ‘News Page’. 

This month’s highlights include:

• Best in business celebrated at High Sheriff of Cheshire Awards for Enterprise
• University announces the new Head of its School of Education
• Mediterranean diet protects against fractures while calorie restriction increases bone breakdown, study finds
• University of Chester celebrates six Educate North Awards finalists

…and plenty more stories from across our University community.

22^nd April marks Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate the world around us than getting involved in the local area? 

If you enjoy a bit of friendly competition, you can help your city climb ‘City Nature Challenge’ rankings by simply taking photos of any wildlife you spot. Every photo you upload helps researchers learn more about local species and supports efforts to protect the animals we share our environment with.

So, the clocks have now gone forward, and we have an extra hour of light! Hooray! Make sure to enjoy any sunshine, as it can boost your mood, support vitamin D production and increase serotonin levels.

Sunlight is important for our wellbeing, so try to schedule a daily walk, sit by a window, or open your curtains as soon as you get up. And don’t forget to protect your skin if you’re out and about!