Archive for October 2011
UK’s largest early-stage Investment Showcase links investors with star companies of tomorrow
19 October 2011
The eighth annual SETsquared Partnership Investment Showcase took place in London on 12 October where innovations from across many technology sectors were demonstrated by eighteen high-tech early stage UK companies.
Union action should not affect student experience
19 October 2011
Members of the University & College Union (UCU) are currently taking industrial action in support of their dispute about changes to the University Superannuation Scheme (USS) which have recently been implemented. At the present time we do not envisage that this will impact on your student experience, but if you encounter any disruption then please contact a Students’ Union sabbatical.
Bath excels in The Economist’s “Which MBA?” ranking
18 October 2011
In “The Economist’s Which MBA?” annual ranking of the world’s top 100 MBA programmes, the Bath MBA has once again seen a sharp rise in its position, now ranked overall second in the UK; it has also taken first place in the UK for increase in salary.
Landscape painter Alan Cotton talks at Bath
18 October 2011
One of Britain’s most distinguished landscape painters will give an inaugural lecture at the University next month.
Alan Cotton is an honorary Professor of Art at the University. His inaugural lecture will be held in the East Building lecture theatre at 6pm on 2 November.
Research in the World Lecture Series: Energy Storage-The Missing Link
18 October 2011
The role of new technologies in the world’s increasing demand for electricity is the subject of a public lecture taking place at the University of Bath next month (8 November, 6.15pm).
Over 1,600 students pass new Academic Integrity Test
17 October 2011
Launched on 3 October by the Learning & Teaching Enhancement Office (LTEO), the Academic Integrity Initiative: Training & Test (AIITT) is a mandatory requirement for all students registered on an award bearing programme. Students are expected to undertake training and a test to gain an understanding of plagiarism and the need for academic integrity.
Cross-discipline ‘Ideas Sandpit’ on sustainable water goes down a storm
17 October 2011
“The Sandpit was a fantastic opportunity to work with colleagues that I might otherwise not encounter, giving me the chance to develop multiple projects with scientists, engineers, management experts and architects.”
Public lecture provides a history & review of epilepsy and its treatment
17 October 2011
A disorder currently with no cure, Epilepsy, will be the focus of a free public lecture at the University of Bath on Wednesday 26 October.
Student shop 2011: could you come out on top?
17 October 2011
The Students’ Union is offering students the chance to run a business for a day from an empty shop in the centre of Bath.
New accreditation shows University’s commitment to security
17 October 2011
Bath has become the first university to be re-accredited as a Secured Environment – reaffirming our status as one of the safest campuses in the UK. The University first achieved the award three years ago. The police backed certification scheme is awarded to organisations that can show they have adopted six key principles for protecting themselves against crime. It promotes good security practice in organisations by focusing on strategy, process and people.
Academic staff: Please return forms to process in Winter Award Ceremonies
14 October 2011
If you would like to take part in the processions for the Winter Graduation ceremonies on 13 & 14 December, please fill in and return your procession form by 23 November.
Innovative building project to help protect historic buildings
13 October 2011
Researchers at the University of Bath are at the heart of an innovative building project working towards the protection of historic buildings. The team, led by the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering’s Dr Dina D’Ayala, has just constructed the first of three masonry buildings to undergo a series of destructive tests at the National Laboratory for Civil Engineering, Lisbon.
Paul Cornish joins as Professor of International Security
12 October 2011
Paul Cornish has joined the Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies as Professor of International Security.
Professor David Coley joins the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
12 October 2011
David Coley, Professor of Low Carbon Design, has recently joined the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering. He will head up the EDEn (Engineering and Design of Environments) research group. The group is at the cutting edge of research in design sustainability, natural processes and renewable energy, and attracts international funding due to its strong reputation.
Support for students affected by serious floods in Thailand
12 October 2011
With the ongoing floods in Thailand, we would like to remind our international students that support is available during difficult times. Students can access support through the Student Services Centre in 4 West, the Advice & Representation Centre in the Students’ Union and the Chaplaincy.
Bath graduate’s sporting record results in London 2012 selection
12 October 2011
Bath alumna, Alexandra Rickham (BSc Natural Sciences 2004), has been selected to compete for Great Britain at the London 2012 Paralympic Games in sailing. She will compete in the SKUD 18 (two-person keelboat event) with fellow athlete, Niki Birrell.
Images of Research shortlisted for THE Award
11 October 2011
The University’s Researcher Development Unit (RDU), part of the Learning & Teaching Enhancement Office (LTEO), is one of three groups to have been shortlisted for this year’s Times Higher Education (THE) Awards. The RDU has been shortlisted for the Outstanding Support for Early Career Researchers Award.
Alumnus supports PhD studentship for his department
11 October 2011
Dr Brian Nicholson, who gained both his BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering (1995) and his PhD Electrical Engineering (1998) at the University of Bath is providing full funding for a first class honours graduate to undertake electronic engineering postgraduate research.
Professor Paul Gregg joins the Department of Social & Policy Sciences
11 October 2011
Former Government advisor to the Treasury, Professor Paul Gregg, has recently joined the University’s Department of Social & Policy Sciences. He takes on the new strategic role of Professor of Economic and Social Policy.