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Programme and Subject Leaders Conference 2009 Professor Andrew Wathey Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Guardian League Table 12 May 2009 7
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