History The University originally dates from 1843 when the Nottingham Government School of Design was opened. In 1992 Nottingham Trent University was launched. In 2008 Nottingham Trent University was voted the top post-1992 University by The Complete University Guide. Sir Michael Parkinson was appointed as NTU's first chancellor. In 2010 the University opened the regenerated Newton and Arkwright buildings providing an outstanding new learning environment in the heart of the City site.

Notable Alumni

• Hazel Blears MP (BA Hons Law 1977) – MP and Chairman for Salford & Eccles.
• Crista Cullen (BA Hons Business Studies 2007) – England hockey player.
• Stephen Dixon (BA Hons Broadcast Journalism 1995) – Sky News television presenter.
• Nick Easter (BSc Hons Mathematics in Science 1999) – England and Harlequins rugby union player.
• Chris Furber (BSc Hons Sport (Administration and Science) 1999) – Lead Coach for British Para-Cycling Squad. 
• Louise Holland (BSc Hons Sport (Administration and Science) 1988) – The motivating force behind 'Race for Life'.
• Paul Kaye (BA Hons 3D Design – Theatre, 1987) – Star of the BBC's Two Thousand Acres of Sky and Perfect World and the 2004 film It’s all gone Pete Tong, also host of the television show Liar.
• Paul Kenyon (BA Hons Social Sciences 1987) – BBC Panorama television reporter and recipient of NTU's Alumnus of the Year Award in 2010.
• Air Vice-Marshal Barry 'Baz' North OBE MA RAF (HND Business Studies 1981) – Assistant Chief of the Air Staff, Royal Air Force. 
• Simon Starling (BA Hons Photography 1990) – Turner Prize 2005 winner for 'Shedboatshed' installation. 
• Chris Townsend (MSc Marketing 1997) – Commercial Director on the organising committee for the London 2012 Olympic games.

Location and transport

• Nottingham is a city in the county of Nottinghamshire. It is located in the East Midlands, in the heart of England, and is considered to be the largest city in the region. With its central placing it is an ideal location for those wishing to visit other cities in the UK during their time of study.
• Nottingham is well served by transport links, with rapid access to the motorway system, a major railway station, an airport and a coach station. No matter where you live in the UK or overseas, you're never too far from home.
• The award-winning Unilink bus service linking our City and Clifton campuses runs every 12 minutes during term time, and further bus services provide easy access to the city from the Brackenhurst campus. This bus is the only 'bendy' bus service in Nottingham and proudly carries the NTU logo and name.

Entry standards

• NTU offers a wide course portfolio whether you want to study for your degree/qualification full-time or part-time.
• NTU courses are informed by businesses and industry; and we have strong commercial partnerships with over 6,000 companies globally. This means that NTU students develop the transferable skills and work experience necessary to give them a head start in the job market. Over 94% of full- and part-time graduates find employment or go on to further education within six months of graduating.
• NTU courses are designed to meet the needs of the graduate employment market and consequently their graduates occupy senior positions in companies all over the world, including Microsoft, HSBC, Rolls Royce, the BBC and many others.

Student mix

• We have 25,000 students from a wealth of backgrounds and cultures, including students and staff from over 80 countries.

Course flexibility

• Strong course portfolio offered at all levels, from Foundation through to PhD. Many courses designed with industry to ensure relevance to today's employers and many include professional accreditation.
• Part-time study available. Also, choice of three or four years on many courses, allowing for a 'sandwich' year in industry.
• Joint honours degrees allow flexibility of choice across a range of subjects.
• Visit the website for more details of courses at Nottingham Trent.

Teaching standards

• 'Excellent' grades achieved in ten out of the last eleven subject reviews undertaken by the Quality Assurance Agency.
• In the most recent QAA institutional review, the university received the highest commendation for its consistent commitment to supporting students and their learning.

Research standards

• NTU confirmed its reputation as a world class research institution through the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise results. These showed that the quality of the university's research is outstanding, with 74% of activity submitted achieving international status, and 8% classed as world-leading.
• Achieved four grade 5s in the 2001 Research Assessment Exercise - a feat unsurpassed by any other post-1992 university.

Academic strengths

• Close-working partnerships with more than 6,000 businesses, public and private sector organisations across the UK and globally.
• Top six for number of students on year-long industry placements. Visit the website for more information on placements.
• NTU has one of the best employability records of any university in England and Wales, with 94% of students in full time employment or study within 6 months (HESA DHLE 2009–10).

Student facilities, including library and computing

• NTU has over 1,000 computer workstations in the library and numerous IT resource rooms.
• The university's £13-million Boots Library boasts 531,000 books, 2,800 journals, 9,000 e-Journals, silent study areas and group study rooms.
• Access to a wide range of resources, both print and online, as well as 24/7 IT facilities, group and individual study spaces and a large team of staff dedicated to helping students make the most of what LLR has to offer.
• There are also wireless hotspots access across the university.

Disability services

Students' union

• Run by students for the students and any revenue raised by their activities is channeled back into the student body.
• The students' union supports over 80 cultural, faith, academic, political and social societies, ensuring that there is something of interest to everyone.
• Nottingham Trent Students Union aim to provide effective representation, advice and high quality services for our members and to enhance the student experience at Nottingham Trent University.

Sport

• Sport and exercise play a major part in life at Nottingham Trent University. We encourage students and staff to participate in regular physical activity and support the high levels of sporting success achieved by our students. Visit the sport website for more information on facilities, membership packages, exercise classes and much more.
• At NTU there are excellent opportunities for experienced sports competitors and beginners alike. With over 40 sports clubs for students to participate in, there is something to suit every level.
• NTU is in the top 20 universities in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) league tables.
• After gaining 17 places in the British Universities and Colleges Sport championship table, NTU was named 'Most improved university of the year 2008'.
• NTU has been named as one of only 13 hubs across the country for the government's Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS).
• NTU has a fantastic reputation for supporting students who compete at a high level in sport. Several of our recent graduates competed at the Beijing Olympics and Paralympics, including hockey players Crista Cullen, Ali Wilson and swimmer Callum Lawson. NTU are also listed as a training camp location for the 2012 Olympics!

Recent/prospective new builds

• NTU is transforming its learning and teaching environment to create an inspiring and innovative culture, capable of shaping lives and society well into the 21st century. Read about the amazing campus transformation.
• We've recently invested £150m in the redevelopment of our Newton and Arkwright buildings on the city site, which will provide students with state-of-the-art facilities and a new heart to the university.
• Since 2004, new buildings have altered the landscape on all three campuses. New student accommodation is among the finest in the UK and facilities such as the psychology laboratory in Chaucer and the observatory at Clifton are underpinning our mission to deliver education and research that shapes lives and society.
• In 2007 the new Centre for Effective Learning in Science was opened, with the Veterinary Nursing and Animal Care Centre following in 2008.
• The new extension to the Chaucer building, opened in December 2008, houses TV studios for the university's Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism.

Availability of part-time work

• Over 500 NTU students work in local schools and colleges each year in 'Students in Classrooms' initiative.
• The Student' Union run The Employment Store, giving students access to part-time employment opportunities whilst at university.
• Advice for international students on working in the UK is available online.

Social media

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