Programme and Subject Leaders Conference 2009 Professor Andrew Wathey Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive

Achievements Learn anywhere, anytime – a strong reputation for the quality of learning and teaching Good performance in subject level reviews by QAA, NHS and TDA Programmes accredited by over 47 bodies Student applications rising 13.1% in 2009 Student retention has improved 1% per year for the past three years

Achievements Strong record of partnership delivery with prestigious institutions in the UK and overseas 5 National Teaching Fellowships 309 Applauding and Promoting Teaching Awards 6 established Learning and Teaching Enhancement Groups

Achievements 1,500 learners based in or around the workplace 5,000 students commissioned directly by health Authorities More than 600 employers sponsoring undergraduate studies NSS score in 2008 at 84% was above the sector median

Achievements 74% of students are in work within six months of graduating, compared to 63% nationally; 4% are unemployed compared to 6% nationally Widening participation benchmarks for young people are surpassed or met: 91% (cf 90%) state schools, 32% (cf 32%) From NS-SEC classes 4,5,6 & 7 14% (cf 10%) from low participation neighbourhoods 54% with 1sts and 2:1s, 57% nationally One of the most significant users of Virtual Learning Environments in Europe, with over 22,000 active students

Achievements Library is recognised as an example of excellence in the provision of learning resources and support: – Awarded the WebFeat President’s Award for Innovation – One of 5 short-listed nominees for the International Information Industry’s Best Team in the Academic and Public Sector Award

Guardian League Table 12 May