University of Worcester

The program has been designed to reflect the constantly evolving landscape in sport policy and provision from a national and international context. It explores the sport delivery environment in ways that is both intellectually and creatively challenging to enable you to understand the complex partnerships and interactions which create sport programs and initiatives across all the sectors in sport.

To further enhance students' practical skills, the program incorporates professional work placements in the second year. This strategic approach aims to build confidence, offer valuable experience, and enhance employability skills. Additionally, a sandwich year option between the second and third year allows students the opportunity to work in the UK or abroad, providing a broader perspective and enriching their overall educational experience.

Sport businesses are a growing and dynamic sector of the global economy. These range from the familiar sport facility manager to the growing number of small, niche sport tourism operators who cater for the needs of travellers wanting to experience various sporting events that take place around the world. This growth has meant that there is a healthy demand for talented professionals in this field, who can project manage and deliver high quality sport services and products.

Highlighting the program’s practical orientation, it boasts excellent industry links with prominent entities such as Worcester Warriors Rugby Club, Worcestershire County Cricket, Severn Stars Netball, Worcester Wolves basketball, and Redpoint Worcester. These connections provide students with valuable networking opportunities and real-world insights.

Our Biomedical Science degree forefronts understanding, diagnosing, and treating human diseases through advanced laboratory investigations. Qualified biomedical scientists are highly sought after in pathology, forensics, research, and biotechnology.

Gain scientific and practical skills for disease diagnosis, progression assessment, and treatment effectiveness evaluation. Our faculty, with NHS pathology lab experience, emphasizes biomedical diagnostics, offering research opportunities. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, the program fosters practical application through projects with NHS and industry links. Benefit from brand new labs and specialized equipment, taught by internationally recognized scientists. The curriculum's strong emphasis on practical and laboratory work ensures students are well-prepared for the field.

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This program focuses on managing the environment with a key emphasis on sustainable futures. Developed in collaboration with leading employers and environmental sector experts, the curriculum prioritizes employability skills, ensuring graduates are equipped for high-demand roles.

Students will develop skills in assessing, monitoring, evaluating, and interpreting human-environment interactions, with a focus on sustainable management recommendations. This program uniquely combines environmental science with Environmental Management & Sustainability, aligning strongly with socio-economic and environmental sustainability and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Taught by internationally recognized researchers, the program emphasizes hands-on field and lab skills, supplemented by links to the environmental sector for additional experiences. Students can further enhance their education through professional placements, study abroad opportunities, and fully funded residential field courses, providing a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.

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Studying degree programs "with Politics" offers you the chance to enhance subject knowledge within the contexts of Westminster, European, and global politics. Core political focus across courses enables skill development in addressing contemporary political challenges. Practical experience is gained by working with local parties and MPs, boosting employability. Available courses, such as History with Politics, Law with Politics, Psychology with Politics, Sociology with Politics, and Criminology with Politics, offer personalized learning with module choices and career-aligned tutoring.

The program emphasizes a supportive environment, featuring regular trips, social events, and extracurricular activities. It provides a flexible, multi-disciplinary degree fostering adaptable employability skills. Mandatory modules at each level focus on Westminster, European, and global politics, while innovative modules are delivered by practitioners. Specialized careers advice and opportunities for volunteering and work-based learning in museums, archives, political parties, and Parliament enhance the holistic educational experience.

The Animation and Illustration joint honours degree program is designed to align with the dynamic landscape of multimedia communications and publishing in contemporary society. This program recognizes the collaborative nature of the fields, where illustrators and animators frequently collaborate across various contexts. Emphasizing drawing as a fundamental tool for ideation and visualization, students engage in the entire creative process, from conceptual sketches to fully realized, colorful works.

This comprehensive course places a strong emphasis on fostering creative growth, achieved through hands-on portfolio building and presentations. Students are actively connected with the global illustration and animation communities, ensuring exposure to diverse perspectives and opportunities. Graduates emerge with valuable experience and skills tailored for success in the fast-paced digital design realm.

Key features of the program include a cohesive joint study curriculum, integration of live projects within year-long modules, access to industry-standard software and cutting-edge motion capture facilities on campus, a rich program of guest lectures and events, collaborative projects with publishers, chances to travel to mainland Europe, and an introduction to exhibition practices through participation in illustration fairs, card sales, and exhibitions.

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Our graphic design program, developed in collaboration with industry leaders, offer an agency-style learning experience. In multi-disciplinary teams, you'll tackle real-world brand projects, emphasizing conceptual, creative, and practical skills. The curriculum covers graphic design theory, advertising concepts, customer insights, storytelling, and effective client presentation. As you progress, you'll delve into visual identity, brand language, print and web design, art direction, digital marketing, and entrepreneurial skills. Our teaching blends academic and agency-style tutoring, providing access to cutting-edge facilities, agency internships, and collaborations. Benefit from award-winning guest lecturers, preparing for diverse creative opportunities post-graduation in the dynamic field of visual communication.