Two ambitious students, Jacob from Ulverston Victoria High School and Orla from Dallam School, spent their February half-term on a week-long Dream Placement at the University of Cumbria’s Barrow campus, gaining first-hand insight into university life while developing and exploring key skills.

The University of Cumbria in partnership with the Welsh Government, are offering current employees working in forestry and from businesses based in Wales the opportunity to become professionally recognised with an industry standard qualification starting with the completion of a fully funded one day workshop in March to be held in Llandrindod Wells. 

Local children enjoyed an unforgettable journey through space this half-term as the University of Cumbria joined forces with Furness Education Trust to deliver Cosmic Creatopia – an immersive day of science and creativity at Furness Academy on 18 February.