Highereducation Home and Away: the Next Step

SUNDAY MAIL • July 26, 2020 special report Highereducation Home and away: the next step

Going to university is a big step. This year the coronavirus pandemic has complicated the issue although it has highlighted Cyprus as a sound option

By Becky Kammitsi ing back three years,” CEO of the University of Nicosia Antonis Po- OING to uni- lemitis said. “Cyprus versity is a big now boasts over 50,000 step. When the enrolled students, with Gtime comes to a roughly even split choose where to go a between Cypriot and list of criteria is checked overseas students”. off. Do they have the And local students course I want? What have a number of rea- is its ranking? Is it in a sons to stay on the is- safe area? Is it afford- land to study. able? City or village? “There is a series Cyprus or abroad? of good reasons why While the majority of someone should choose Cypriot students study to remain in Cyprus for experience – most uni- have been cancelled, study in Cyprus, but abroad, heading for his/her studies,” said versities have invested freshers weeks for this they will realise the Greece, Britain and a Vice President of Fred- ‘There is a heavily in establishing coming September high level of our uni- whole list of other coun- erick University Dr links with universities look like a washout at versities,” University of tries to a lesser degree, Christoforos Charalam- series of good abroad so that students best. And the fear fac- Nicosia Student Union a growing number pre- bous. “I would sum- can spend part of their tor of going overseas representative Panayi- fer to study in Cyprus. marise them in three reasons why studies overseas which has added another otis Marinous said. And universities on the key points: (a) quality will reward them with point in favour of opt- “Safety and stability island have evolved in – there are currently a significant gains, aca- ing for Cyprus. are definite factors in the past few years in re- number of high quality someone demic and otherwise.” “My opinion is that play,” Polemitis added. sponse to a growing in- options for most aca- But for the last four the coronavirus will af- “While a degree of fear terest among Cypriots demic disciplines that should choose months one item has fect students who want and anxiety is under- in studying in Cyprus. would allow the gradu- dominated the news: to study abroad and standable, particularly “The 5.6 overall per- ate to successfully com- to remain in coronavirus. It has im- especially in the UK. when discussing sever- centage increase in pete in the job market pacted almost every as- The number of cases in al overseas options, one enrolled students in (b) cost – studying in pect of the way we live, the UK is huge which can regard the level of universities during the your own country will Cyprus for his/ and education has not means that studying preparedness and pro- 2018-2019 academic invariably cost signifi- been any different. Les- abroad is a risk. It is a fessionalism exhibited year is indicative of cantly less than choos- her studies’ sons have gone online, big change for all Cyp- an upwards trend going to study abroad (c) graduation ceremonies riot students that will TURN TO PAGE 2 2 Highereducation July 26, 2020 • SUNDAY MAIL Home and away: taking the next step continued from page one bers. At the University by the universities in of Nicosia, the major- Cyprus, as well as the ity of students come high-quality teaching from Europe and North and learning they pro- America. Over the last vide, as the ultimate ten years its student choice drivers for stu- base has evolved from dents and their parents over 90 per cent Cypriot sities in Greece, which in deciding to stay in to less than 35 per cent attracts “academically Cyprus”. Cypriot. excellent Greek stu- Building on this, the “There is a definite dents”, Polemitis said, Cyprus Agency of Qual- interest to study in Cy- while its world-leading ity Assurance and Ac- prus by overseas stu- blockchain/cryptocur- creditation in Higher dents, which can be rency programme (MSc Education (DIPAE) an- further tapped into and in Digital Currency) primarily attracts students from North America and western ‘The student-oriented philosophy Europe. Each student has different needs and dif- that most universities adopt and ferent requirements from a university and the support services provided. if Cyprus is the first, or back-up choice it is of- The benefits of living in Cyprus ten an excellent one. The reasons for interest in Cyprus are many, including the safety, the good Charalambous said: “the quality of the pro- weather and the pleasant grammes on offer and the recognition that environment, and more’ comes with it, the provision of programmes in English, the student- oriented philosophy nounced in June that harnessed by universi- that most universities students on undergrad- ties, decision-makers adopt and the support uate university pro- and stakeholders in services provided. The grammes abroad could promoting Cyprus as a a plan for the promo- reputation as a universities.” benefits of living in Cy- continue their studies global, university-level tion of Cypriot universi- versity hub. A signifi- “A lot needs to be prus including the safe- in Cyprus. study destination,” Po- ties both overseas and cant number of foreign done for achieving our ty, the good weather Students, it said, can lemitis stated. at home. students are already full potential as a sec- and the pleasant envi- complete their studies A sentiment that “We are moving at a studying in Cyprus and tor and I am convinced ronment, and more”. and earn a degree from has been greeted with fast pace so that before we believe that our that we are far from “Cyprus has tremen- a Cypriot university broad agreement. Ear- the end of this year we country could serve as capacity in terms of dous potential as a after having attended lier this month a meet- will already have estab- an important point of what can be achieved,” destination for high courses corresponding ing between the House lished a specific plan, reference for the entire Charalambous said. quality, university-level to at least 60 ECTS (i.e. President Demetris Syl- which will promote this Mediterranean region,” The universities them- education, with strong one year of study). louris, the Education great project created Prodromou added. selves are not waiting. and rapidly improving But the increased in- Minister Prodromos by private and state ini- “Through the plan, The University of Nico- universities and an ap- terest is not just from Prodromou and several tiatives,” Syllouris said we are also looking to sia already offers joint pealing, safe environ- local students as those deans of Cypriot uni- afterwards. promote the creation degree programmes ment for students in from overseas are also versities was held with “In recent years, Cy- of foreign language pro- in collaboration with which English is widely showing growing num- the aim of establishing prus has gained a solid grammes in state uni- leading public univer- spoken,” Polemitis said. UCy students experience virus graduation with online ceremony By Jean Christou history completely differently” achieve them with determina- than those who graduated in tion”. “It is up to you to create A scene from the previous years. and seize opportunities.” ceremony LIKE many other universities “It was how you experienced Anastasiades also paid tribute around the world this year, the the last few months of your stu- to the university for its timely University of Cyprus (UCy) on dent life, adapting, like all of us, and targeted decisions at the Wednesday held its graduation your plans to the new reality,” start of the pandemic to take ceremony online. he said. studies online thus promoting In a recorded message, Presi- the safety and health of all mem- dent Nicos Anastasiades, who EXTRAORDINARY bers of the university community. left for Paris earlier on Wednes- “On the basis of the per- day said the online ceremony “Each and every one of you has fect technological and digital was special due to the coro- managed in a time of extraordi- organisation of the university, navirus pandemic and would nary effort and great sacrifice, its smooth operation and the “remain indelibly engraved in to successfully complete your completion of the academic the memory of all of us”. studies,” he added. year was achieved, primarily He said the 2020 generation of He told the graduates the maintaining the same high- graduates were forced to experi- future of the country was now quality level of education,” the ence “this unique moment in up to them, to “set goals and president said. 3 SUNDAY MAIL • July 26, 2020 Highereducation Study the Culinary Arts

Study at the Best Culinary School in southern Europe and become a professional chef l 2-Year Diploma in Culinary Scope of the programme Arts l Specialisations in Cooking, The scope is to enable stu- Pastry, Bakery and Waiting dents to achieve their career (Food and Beverage Service) goals, and to undertake re- l Secured and Remunerated sponsible roles in the dynam- internship in renowned Hotels ic Hospitality, Culinary Arts/ and Restaurants in Cyprus Catering industry. Students and abroad for the 2 years of are exposed to both theoreti- Website: www.intercollege.ac.cy study cal and experimental appli- l Scholarships based on aca- cations to develop the skills, Email: [email protected] demic performance and finan- competencies and confidence reer in the industry. Address: 8 Markou Drakou Street, Engomi, 2409 cial criteria necessary for a successful ca- The foundation is laid for Nicosia. Tel: 22842497 a seamless transition from student to a professional po- sition within the industry in Guidance and counselling l Members of staff at hotels, the areas of Kitchen, Pastry, l Continuous academic and hotel chains, casinos, restau- Food Service or Baking. professional support for stu- rants, restaurant chains, rotis- dents during their studies. series, or catering companies. Strengths of the programme l Guidance for swift integra- l Supervisors and section tion in the academic environ- heads in hotels or catering l Enables graduates to enter ment, with the implementa- companies. the Hospitality and Culinary tion of the principle of the l Members of the technical Arts industry at an entry level. student advisor. and marketing personnel in l Focus on Culinary Arts l Support for professional commercial importers and dis- (Kitchen, Pastry, Food service, guidance-Internship Officer- tributors of cooking and con- Baking) Skills, Competencies Job fairs. fectionery raw materials and and Attributes. equipment. l Language of instruction is Expectations after graduation l Cruise ships, pastry shops, English. bakeries, taverns, theme l Comprehensive industry in- Graduates of the programme parks, agro-tourism facili- ternships. are expected to be employed as: ties. 4 Highereducation July 26, 2020 • SUNDAY MAIL 5 SUNDAY MAIL • July 26, 2020 Highereducation

7+1 Reasons to Study in Cyprus, Study at the University of Nicosia

There are countless reasons why choosing to study in Cyprus has become synonymous with studying at the University of Nicosia. Below are 7+1 of them.

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) is the largest university in Cyprus, and the largest university in Southern Europe that teaches primarily in English, welcoming 12,000+ students from over 70 countries.

UNIC invests in developing programmes focused on global careers, while building research capabilities in areas relating to the 4th Industrial Revolution, and improving the student experience both on- campus and online. These efforts have been recognised in its recent ranking achievements by global ranking agencies. Moreover, the University’s response to the current crisis inspires confidence and is indicative of its preparedness in ensuring its students’ academic progression and wellbeing.

1. Safety 5. UNIC CITY: A Vibrant Urban Campus Exemplary COVID-19 Crisis Management UNIC Residences are the most recent addition to the University’s dynamic campus Cyprus took timely and effective measures to prevent against the spread of COVID-19, emerging as one of the safest member-states of the European UNIC has invested over €100 million in its campus infrastructure, resulting in one of Union. UNIC also met the public health challenge successfully, making full the most dynamic and attractive residential urban campuses in the Mediterranean, use of technology, embracing work-from-home, and drawing on a decade of with 20 modern university buildings alongside over 70 restaurants, shops, bars, all experience in distance learning education to implement the distance learning within walking distance. The UNIC Residences consist of three separate complexes mode for its courses in the very first week. In parallel, UNIC faculty has been at - SIX, U and TRIANGLE - and are among the most stunning and architecturally the forefront during the pandemic, contributing at the local and international distinct student residences in the world. They house a total of 864 students, with level with public service and research. first-year incoming students guaranteed accommodation. 2. Preparedness 6. Study Your First Choice The new Academic Year 2020-2021 will commence as scheduled UNIC offers a choice in the language of instruction among its 100+ programmes UNIC began preparing for the novel coronavirus in late January, activating its Contingency Academic Plan (CAP) and switching from face-to-face to online UNIC offers 100+ conventional face-to-face (on campus) and distance learning/ teaching/learning by mid-March. UNIC was thus able to continue fulfilling online programmes of study at the Bachelor, Master and Doctorate level, on a all three parts of its mission during the crisis – continuing to teach students full-time or part-time basis. The majority of these offer a choice in the language of online, conducting important scientific research, and contributing to society instruction (Greek or English), a key advantage for students who wish to transfer through its public policy work. As the pandemic continues to impact typically from universities in Greece or the UK. popular university destinations like the UK, UNIC has emerged as the safe and reliable choice for Cypriot and overseas students alike. 7. Prepare for a Global Career UNIC equips graduates with the skillset required by the 3. Internationally Ranked contemporary workplace UNIC’s rankings are a strong testament to its quality and its The UNIC Career Success Center (CSC) actively supports and equips students growing international reputation with the tools needed to pursue internships and job placements in top QS World University Rankings has recognised UNIC for two years running organisations around the world. The CSC maintains a growing network of in the Emerging Europe and Central Asia (EECA) Region, with the University 800+ industry partners, offering an array of services (employability seminars, ranking at numbers 106 and 91 among 1,800 tertiary institutions across 24 company open days). UNIC graduates are making a global impact in a variety countries. The 2020 Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact of professions, across many sectors. The alumni statistics are indicative of the Rankings ranked UNIC as the number 42 university in the world in the core high employability of UNIC graduates, both in Cyprus and abroad (e.g. Medical area of Quality Education, and among the top 301-400 universities globally in School cohorts have a 99% placement rate at top hospitals, including Oxford, terms of its overall social and economic impact. Moreover, UNIC was the first Harvard and Mount Sinai). university in the EU to be awarded a 5-Star rating for Online/Distance Learning in 2017, with the QS Intelligence Unit reaffirming this exemplary rating in 2020. 7+1. The Smart Investment for Your Future uni-online_learning-5star Comparative advantage in the total cost of attendance relative to peer universities abroad The affordability of UNIC’s total cost of attendance, relative to peer universities in the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand reinforces it as an excellent choice for those who wish to continue their studies in Cyprus. Indicatively, if Online Learning one compares the total cost of attendance at UNIC with that of other popular university destinations such as the UK or the Netherlands, including tuition, housing and other related costs, one will find that it is between 30% - 50% lower 4. A Comprehensive Student Experience overall – making UNIC the smart investment for your future. Experience student life as a member of the largest university community in Cyprus Join the Largest University Community in Cyprus The UNIC student experience is filled with a multitude of social events and University of Nicosia is accepting applications for the Academic activities, a host of clubs and societies, as well as exciting sporting programmes Year 2020-2021, which begins on 28 September 2020. and access to the UFIT Fitness Centre, catering to the diverse interests of a For more information, visit the UNIC website: unic.ac.cy global student body. UNIC provides strong educational support to its students or contact the Admissions Office at +357 22841528 or through the Student Success Centre, offering advising, academic skills training [email protected]. and tutorial assistance throughout the academic year.

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THIS year, the Cyprus Uni- of scientific staff, the quality scientific, cultural and social versity of Technology (Tepak) of its research and teaching issues, adopting a clear frame- celebrates 12 years of opera- work, modern curricula as well work of corporate social re- tion, being the youngest state as the extroversion that char- sponsibility and contribution. university in Cyprus. Through acterises it, as an academic a steadily evolving course, the institution with regional and Studying at the Cyprus university has succeeded in international intervention. As University of Technology leading educational events in a centre of excellence in aca- The Cyprus University of Cyprus and enjoys interna- demic research, the university Technology has now become tional recognition. records significant contribu- the best choice for tomorrow’s Tallinn University, Estonia) el that will revolutionise the Based on international rank- tions in fostering, publishing students. The programmes of- • MA Computer Assisted quality and competitiveness ings, the university occupies and disseminating research fered by its six Faculties and Language Learning – CALL of technologically-focused high positions among the best with wide international im- 13 Academic Departments, its (Online) higher education in Europe. universities in the world and pact. Language Centre and the Cy- • Master in Public Health In the coming years, Cyprus distinguishes itself among As a new, dynamic, and con- prus International Institute • MSc in Cognitive Neurore- University of Technology with universities of Greece and Cy- stantly evolving university, for Environmental and Public habilitation its 2,500 students will become prus. The performance of the it interacts with society and Health (CII), address a wide The courses are flexible the Limassol campus of this Cyprus University of Tech- connects Academia with the range of specialties and con- to students’ varying needs vast group of 100,000 stu- nology reflects the high level country’s productive fabric, stitute an important starting and other life commitments. dents. promoting entrepreneur- point for those who wish to Therefore, they are offered for With this highly significant ship, transfer of know-how, obtain the necessary equip- full-time and part-time study. participation, the Cyprus Uni- and production of innova- ment towards a distinguished versity of Technology is taking tion, factors necessary for the career in the future. The pro- Tepak in the new era of a new step forward in its de- economic development of the grammes are approved by the European Higher Education velopment and is continuing country. The main concern Cyprus Agency of Quality As- Cyprus University of Tech- to be at the forefront of shap- of the Cyprus University of surance and Accreditation in nology (Tepak) is a member ing the future of European Technology is to provide soci- Higher Education (CYQAA). of the European University higher education. ety with trained and well-edu- For the 2020-21 academic of Technology - EUt+ Alli- cated scientists as well as re- year, Cyprus University of ance, one of the pilot initia- sponsible and active citizens Technology offers both under- tives funded by the European Website www.cut.ac.cy with critical thinking. At the graduate and postgraduate Commission, aiming to create same time, as a higher educa- degree programmes, includ- European universities of the Postgraduate programmes tion institution and a vehicle ing masters and PhD level. future. www.cut.ac.cy/masters for change and improvement Four masters’ degree pro- This transnational alliance of society, it becomes a forum grammes are offered in Eng- comprises eight members Tel: 25 002710 or 25 002711 for dialogue and production lish language: from eight European coun- E-mail: administration@cut. of substantiated proposals • MSc Interaction Design tries, and aims to establish a ac.cy , [email protected] on environmental, economic, (Online - Jointly offered with pioneering collaborative mod-

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Government programme offers a selection of courses for secondary school graduates or those already employed to give them workplace skills Vocational training for all

By Becky Kammitsi additional vocational train- knowledge,” Ellina added. ing so they can meet the ever- All the classes take place at SCHOOL graduates or those changing needs of the profes- night between 5pm and 9pm. with higher qualifications sions they practice. The class hours can some- can get better qualified for “MIEEK was created to fill times be flexible to the needs the world of work by following a gap that was created on of the students and all the courses offered at MIEEK, the part of vocational higher branches of study are offered which provides scientific, education especially after the in Greek combined with Eng- technical and professional closure of the technological lish lessons. knowledge and skills. The institute,” Ellina said, “the MIEEK targets graduates programmes offered promote ministry of education with of secondary general or sec- lifelong learning with an em- other factors of the economy ondary technical and voca- phasis on supporting the such as the ministry of la- tional education for study adaptability of the workforce bour created the council of in fields that are not offered and the use of new technolo- MIEEK”. at higher or post-secondary gies and modern production The council of MIEEK de- level by other public schools processes. cided the Cypriot economy or related organisations. The “MIEEK is the only college needs people with the basic selection of students is done in Cyprus that is purely vo- knowledge and experience through a scoring system cational. Most of the colleges that courses at MIEEK give which is governed by measur- in Cyprus are theoretical. them. These are people that able and transparent criteria. Anybody that has finished can work in factories and The study programmes of- secondary education can ap- companies and be efficient fered are organic garden ply, there is no age limit and from the beginning of their cultures, market and supply there are no Pancyprian ex- employment. management (shipping), elec- ams,” academic coordinator Quality education is pro- tromechanical – cooling facili- at MIEEK Lina Ellina ex- vided free of charge and may ties in industry, computer and plained. even benefit from government communication networks, MIEEK was established to sponsorship. bakery – confectionery, CNC meet the needs of secondary “MIEEK wants to support technology – carpentry indus- school graduates not heading people that work but want try, dairy – cheese cutting and to university but who need to gain further education. industrial and home automa- specialised vocational train- For example, in my branch of tion. ing to enter the job market. It study we have many people was also designed to help em- that are already in the indus- For more information: ployees who want to acquire try but want to enhance their www.mieek.ac.cy

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It is Cyprus and abroad, but also recogni- also the only university in Cyprus with tion by national and international pro- a licence to operate in two cities, Nico- fessional bodies, granting graduates sia and Limassol. professional rights. The university enjoys respect and recognition both nationally and interna- High quality distance education tionally, having received numerous The university has also developed accolades, awards and certifications a modern, innovative educational from independent international bod- framework to offer quality distance ies. learning programmes based on inter- It is proud to be home to a talented, national standards. It currently deliv- energetic and diverse academic com- ers 14 fully recognised programmes munity that is driven by a student- of study via distance learning and as centric approach, an innovative fo- of the academic year 2019-2020 it is cus on soft skills training and a spirit among the few European universities of service to the public good. This that received the E-xcellence Label unique combination pushes students for Associates in Quality from the Eu- not only to excel academically but ropean Association of Distance Teach- also to be questioning, creative and ing Universities (EADTU). independent thinkers, problem-solv- ers and innovators, so that they can Successful operation in the new thrive in creating opportunities and conditions caused by covid-19 Research collaborations with inter- schools in Cyprus. Partial scholarships addressing today’s challenges in any Since the beginning of the outbreak national universities and research are offered to new postgraduate stu- path they choose. in Cyprus, Frederick University has stakeholders in Cyprus are actively dents based on their academic perfor- operated fully in-line with the coun- promoted. Over the last decade, mance in their Bachelor’s degree. Full Among Europe’s top universities try’s authorities. During the Spring state-of-the-art laboratories have or partial scholarships are also offered Following last year’s top ranking in the 2020 semester it transitioned all its been developed in all research areas to students based on their perfor- global U-Multirank university ranking conventional courses to online teach- of the university, many of which ex- mance in sports, while special scholar- system among private universities in ing. Lectures were delivered through cel and stand out internationally. At ships are offered to transfer students. Cyprus, Frederick University achieved credible online tools, adhering to the Frederick University, students have The university also offers financial aid even higher performance based on this same quality standards that the uni- the opportunity to engage in research to candidates, based on various socio- year’s results. It showed top perfor- versity is known for. Appreciating that projects that are at the forefront of in- economic criteria. mance across various indicators, with this was a worrying and difficult time ternational research. ‘A’ score (the highest score) in nine for students, the university continued Active students categories (Art related output, Top to support them to ensure they were Student support To develop the skills students need cited publications, Spin-offs, Foreign able to tackle any challenges they The central pillar of Frederick Univer- to have in order to be competitive in language bachelor programmes, Inter- might face in the best possible way. sity’s success is its unique student- today’s challenging and constantly national academic staff, International From counselling services and fitness centric approach. The way the uni- changing industry, traditional teach- joint publications, Bachelor graduates sessions, and from tutoring to career versity operates is centred around ing methods are often not enough. working in the region, Master gradu- advice, all student services were ca- the student, both collectively and in- Consequently, Frederick University ates working in the region, Regional tered for remotely, through distance dividually. Every function serves stu- has developed co-curricular activities joint publications). In addition, it communication. Assessments and ex- dent needs, so that they can perform that complement classroom education ranked No. 201 among 1,070 European ams for the Spring semester were also at their best, develop their talents and help students develop skills such universities in the general ranking in conducted online and the successful and abilities and fulfil their dreams. as critical thinking, analytical skills, which universities are evaluated based completion of the academic year was Several services have been developed creativity, leadership and emotional on all criteria. marked with an online graduation. over the years to support the students intelligence. Through the ‘Active Stu- The university now welcomes and before, during and after their studies. dents’ innovative initiative, the uni- Programmes of study processes applications for Fall 2020 These services are intended to en- versity has launched units that offer Frederick University is organised into and, following its student-centric ap- hance academic, personal and profes- non-formal education and promote five Schools: School of Engineering, proach, it guarantees that under any sional development and help students the involvement of its students in such School of Health Sciences, School of circumstances new students will start, deal with any difficulty. activities, programmes and learning Education and Social Sciences, School continue and complete their studies experiences. Students have the op- of Business and Law, and School of based on the highest quality stand- Scholarships and financial aid portunity to apply theory to practice Arts, Communication and Cultural ards, while taking all necessary meas- Taking into account the conditions in real working conditions, to develop Studies. ures to ensure the health and safety of that have been created as a result of and test innovative ideas, to work with It offers more than 80 nationally and the academic community. the coronavirus pandemic, Frederick companies and organisations, and to internationally accredited undergrad- University decided to continue to offer develop skills and competencies that uate and postgraduate programmes Research and innovation significantly reduced tuition fees for are important for future employers. of study, covering a wide range of aca- Being a reputable research institution the academic year 2020-2021. Some examples of these Units are: demic disciplines in the fields of Arts, of international standards, the univer- Full and partial scholarships are of- Mobile Devices Laboratory-MDL, Communication, Mass Media, Engi- sity has a strong focus on academic fered to new full-time undergraduate eHealth Lab, Frederick University neering, Informatics, Architecture, research and innovation, with sig- students based on the average grade Formula Racing Team, Robotics Business, Management, Digital Mar- nificant contributions to science and on their High School Leaving Certifi- Academy, School of Nature, Creative keting, Health, Education Sciences, technology. cate from public or private secondary Lab. 9 SUNDAY MAIL • July 26, 2020 Highereducation

Join the Journey A dynamic and vibrant university, with a student-centric culture. The only university in Cyprus that operates through campuses in both Nicosia and Limassol. A unique combination of innovative and high-quality Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate programs of study. Practical experience and active research. An ideal destination for you to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to address the challenges of the modern world.

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Doctorate Programs of Study (PhDs) Doctorate Programs of Study (PhDs) Doctorate Programs of Study (PhDs) - Applied Arts - Electrical Engineering - Management - Computer Engineering Postgraduate Programs of Study (Master’s) - Computer Science Postgraduate Programs of Study (Master’s) - Interdisciplinary Design - Mechanical Engineering - Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Fine Art: Contemporary Art Practices - Civil Engineering - MBA with Specialisation in Public Policy and - Media & Journalism in the Information Society* Management - International Studies Postgraduate Programs of Study (Master’s) - International Trade and Shipping Management - Structural Engineering - Maritime Law & Shipping Management Undergraduate Programs of Study (Bachelor’s) - Electrical Engineering - Marine Engineering and Management - Graphic and Advertising Design - Web and Smart Systems - Health Management* - Interior Design - Manufacturing and Welding Engineering Design - Fashion Design and Image - Conservation & Restoration of Undergraduate Programs of Study (Bachelor’s) - Journalism* Historical Structures & Monuments* - Business Administration - Audio Visual Communication - Oil & Gas and Oﬀshore Engineering - Accounting and Finance - Sustainable Energy Systems - Marketing with Digital Technologies SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND - Quality Assurance - Maritime Studies

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Meghan urges Young people need help girls to drown out online ‘noise’ with with digital health positivity Report says over 70 per cent of young people MEGHAN, Britain’s Duch- ess of Sussex, on Tuesday told nearly 40,000 teen girls using apps to monitor health and young women from around the world to drown out sometimes “painfully By Rod Minchin loud” negative online chat- ter with positivity. In remarks delivered via YOUNG people need more sup- video to the United Na- port to navigate the growing tions Foundation’s 2020 number of digital technologies Girl Up Leadership Sum- which track and manage their mit, Meghan noted that the health, researchers say. generation she was speak- Over 70 per cent of young peo- ing to grew up with digital ple, some as young as eight, are technology and knew online using apps, YouTube videos media better than anyone. and other digital online tech- “You understand that our nologies to track and manage online world has the power their health, according to the to affirm and support as authors of a new report. much as it does to harm,” The researchers say their said Meghan, the wife of findings highlight risks and op- Queen Elizabeth’s grandson portunities for young people Prince Harry. and suggest that more needs “There will always be neg- to be done to expand digital lit- ative voices and sometimes eracy lessons at school to focus sity of Bath, said: “Over recent “Our findings suggest young within the curriculum. those voices can appear to on health. years there has been a surge of people want to learn more “This trend in online digital be outsized, and sometimes Their report, Digital Health new online apps, blogs and vid- about this topic, but need help health technologies will only they can appear to be pain- Generation, describes young eos specifically targeting young in navigating a fast-paced, fast- continue to increase and we fully loud,” she said. people in the UK and across people with messages all about changing online environment. need to ensure young people “You can and will use your the world as growing up at a personal improvement in their “Digital health education have the skills and know-how own voices to drown out the time when healthcare is turn- health and lifestyle. should promote learning that to best cope.” noise,” she added. “Because ing towards digital tools. “These technologies offer cer- will benefit young people in Co-author Professor Andy that’s what it is - just noise. They said young people are tain opportunities for young ways that help them feel bet- Miah, of the University of Sal- But your voices are those of accessing digital health tech- people, but they also carry risks ter prepared to manage their ford, added: “The research is truth and hope. And your nologies, such as Fitbit and both in terms of the direct ad- online health identities, par- a world-first, addressing a ma- voices can and should be Strava, from a young age and vice and guidance given - and ticularly in relation to social jor and pressing gap in health much louder.” called for schools to educate the implications this can have media. knowledge by providing unique Meghan, Harry and their young people about this tech- in relation to body image for “Educational policymakers insights into young people’s ex- baby son Archie now live nology. instance - but also wider con- need to take notice of this spe- periences of digital health tech- in Los Angeles, having Lead researcher Professor cerns about data storage and cific issue in order to update nologies promoting ‘healthy stepped down from royal Emma Rich, from the Univer- ownership by third parties. and expand current provision lifestyles’. duties at the end of March. Russian teen intrigued Erasmus cuts are ‘not acceptable’ by long village name PROPOSED cuts in the EU’s long-term budget for research and the Erasmus programme teaches herself Welsh to support education are not acceptable, European Parlia- By Claire Hayhurst a video and thought it would ment President David Sassoli be a good idea to learn how to said on Wednesday. pronounce it,” Nastya said. “There is a proposal on the A RUSSIAN teenager has de- “I had to learn Welsh pro- table, but we would like to scribed learning Welsh as her nunciation rules to do it and I improve that, above all by “biggest passion” despite nev- mastered it in the end. trying to give answers to some er having visited Wales or hav- “This led me to learning of the cuts that we’ve deemed ing any roots in the country. the language, and after nine unjustified,” he told a news Nastya Lisitsyna, 16, who was months I am still as excited conference a day after Euro- born in Smolensk and studies about learning Welsh as I was pean Union leaders agreed on in Moscow, decided to learn on the very first day.” 1.1 trillion euro ($1.27 trillion) the language nine months ago Nastya, who is studying nat- budget for the bloc from 2021- after seeing it on Instagram. ural sciences at the Higher 27. She has since completed the School of Economics Lyceum “We cannot cut the budget for Welsh course on Duolingo, in Moscow, has been studying research and young people and uses the Teach Yourself Welsh online due to the coronavirus Erasmus, we can’t,” he added. book and takes part in online pandemic. Sassoli said negotiations on workshops organised by Learn “Welsh is my biggest passion, the long-term budget would Welsh Pembrokeshire on be- therefore I would like to con- be needed before parliament half of the National Centre for tribute to its popularisation in approves it, but the assembly Learning Welsh. Russia and share my love for was already “very satisfied” “Last summer, I heard the it. I want to become fluent in with an attached 750 billion name of the village Llanfair- Welsh and learn more about euro fund to help EU econo- pwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrnd- the country and its culture,” mies recover from the corona- robwllllantysiliogogogoch in she said. virus pandemic. GCSE and A-level students are expected to receive higher grades this summer GCSE and A-level students’ re- best for their students”. this year’s results would have But even after moderation, teachers’ expectations, reflect- sults are likely to be higher this Many students will receive at been 12 percentage points Ofqual has predicted that stu- ing the skills, professionalism summer than previous years least one grade next month that better than in 2019 at A-level dents’ results this summer will and integrity of those involved,” after exams were cancelled and has been adjusted amid stand- and nine percentage points at be “better” than last year’s, they said. schools submitted grades, Eng- ardisation by exam boards to GCSE, Ofqual said. with an increase of one per cent GCSE and A-level students land’s exams regulator has said. ensure results are not signifi- “Improvement on such a scale for GCSE across the grades and will be awarded calculated Ofqual has said it is “not sur- cantly higher and the value of’ in a single year has never oc- around two per cent for A-level grades on the usual dates next prising” that grades calculated grades are not undermined. curred and to allow it would sig- grades. month based on teacher assess- by many schools and colleges If the teacher-assessment nificantly undermine the value “Results for students will ments which will be standard- were more optimistic, as teach- grades had not gone through of these grades for students,” therefore almost always be ised by exams boards using a ers “naturally want to do their the standardisation process, the regulator warned. broadly in line with centres’ and model developed by Ofqual. 11 SUNDAY MAIL • July 26, 2020 Highereducation OUC: Higher education within your reach! 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