Read the latest blogs from around Staffordshire University
- A guide to food and drink in Shelton
by Walter Vundla (international student) PAK FOODS PAK FOODS is a supermarket that offers a variety of international products. It first opened in 1989 as a convenience store under the name Pricewise in Lenton, Nottingham and then changed to PAK … Continue reading ... read more - New publication – The impact of environmental provisions in trade agreements on non-communicable disease: working paperThis working paper for PETRA by Prof John Middleton, Paul Southon, and Prof Jon Fairburn examines the environmental provisions currently being used in trade agreements and considers how the international environment conventions might help address some of the determinants of … Continue reading ... read more
- Empowering Enterprises in Stoke-on-Trent: Groundwork’s Sustainable Venturesby Groundwork West Midlands In an era where environmental consciousness and business success go hand in hand, Groundwork West Midlands ‘Sustainable Ventures’ project provides free support to businesses and community organisations who are stepping up to the sustainability challenge. Embracing … Continue reading ... read more
- Hanley Park: an oasis next to the Staffordshire University campusby Walter Vundla (recent international student) Hanley Park is one of Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage parks, it is close to the university and you can walk through it to the city centre. The park underwent a multi-million-pound restoration after a successful bid … Continue reading ... read more
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- A successful digital marketing placement at Middleport Potteryby Tselmeg Bat-Erdene (international student on the MSc in Digital Marketing Management) One of the great opportunities Staffordshire University offers is an encouragement to develop practical skills. I, a postgraduate student of the MSc Digital Marketing Management, had the opportunity … Continue reading ... read more
- International student Walter Vundla provides hints and tips for new studentsby Walter Vundla (recent International student) Having been born in Zimbabwe and moving to South Africa at an early age with my family to seek a better life, we faced a lot of adversity. Having to adapt to diverse cultures … Continue reading ... read more
- Useful websites and social media in Stoke on Trent & Staffordshireby Jon Fairburn and Laura Allen For new students coming to Staffordshire University (and more generally for those moving to the area for work) here is a guide to the most useful online sources Clearing is open https://www.staffs.ac.uk/clearing or phone … Continue reading ... read more
- Clearing 2023 at Staffordshire Business SchoolCall us on 0800 590 830 Get an instant decision online at www.staffs.ac.uk/clearing At Staffordshire University, we’re driving forward the Next Generation of Education, giving students the opportunity to embrace the future and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our … Continue reading ... read more
- Advice from a once International Student who is now a Lecturer to International Studentsby Dr Itoro Ekpo After my first degree in Nigeria, my next step was to proceed with a Master’s degree and UK was my first and only choice. Before coming to the UK, the only country I had visited was … Continue reading ... read more
- Interesting places to visit in Stoke-on-Trent if you’re coming as an International Studentby Onkar Chavan international student on the MSc Digital Marketing Management Stoke-on-Trent is a city located in the central region of England, specifically in Staffordshire County. As of the 2021 census, the city’s population exceeds 258,400 individuals. “The Potteries” is … Continue reading ... read more
- Next-Gen Business: How Staffordshire University is becoming a top choice for National and International Business Students by Onkar Chavan – International student The statistics from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) reveal that 19% of students in the UK are enrolled in business and management courses, making it the most popular field of study. In response … Continue reading ... read more
- Dr Nikki Street and Dr Erica Lucas attend the European Congress of Psychology 2023 Conference
Written by Dr Nikki Street and Dr Erica Lucas Recently Psychologists from around the world gathered in Brighton to discuss, debate, and celebrate the impact of psychology on community and society in the European Congress of Psychology co-hosted by the BPS and EFPA. With themes from the ... read more - So What’s the Learning?: #4 Hidden problems of researcher immersion: lessons learnt!
Evaluating educational transformation is a tough gig, and one that not only needs careful consideration of pedagogies but also the evaluation approaches must take into account organisational readiness. Professor Stella Jones-Devitt, Director of the Staffordshire Centre of Learning and Pedagogic Practice, shares her experience and recommendations ... read more - The Accidental Manager – Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeshipby Su Wright-Lewis Day 1 I hated school. I’ll probably be the oldest person here. Having applied for an apprenticeship with trepidation, the accidental manager arrives at the University prepared with notebooks, charged laptop and a full pencil case. What … Continue reading ... read more
