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Student update from Professor Rebecca Lingwood
24 January 2018
A message sent on behalf of Professor Rebecca Lingwood, Vice-Principal (Student Experience, Teaching and Learning), to all students on Wednesday 24 January.
Deadline for 'special examination arrangements' – Friday 16 March
14 February 2018
If you think that you need to apply for what are known as 'special examination arrangements' as the result of a disability, mental health difficulty or specific learning difficulty (eg dyslexia) then you need to apply to the university’s Disability and Dyslexia Service by Friday 16 March.
Student update: planned strike action at Queen Mary
31 January 2018
An email sent on behalf of Professor Rebecca Lingwood, Vice-Principal (Student Experience, Teaching and Learning), to all students on Wednesday 31 January.
QMUL Bursary 2017/18 – first instalment date tomorrow, Wednesday 21 February
14 February 2018
Assessments are ongoing throughout the year and providing your financial information reaches us before Tuesday 31 July 2018, we will assess you for a Bursary. If you don’t have a Bursary entitlement letter online or have any queries on your eligibility then please contact us at bursaries@qmul.ac.uk.
Student Update: Industrial action over pensions
9 February 2018
A message sent on behalf of Jonathan Morgan, Academic Registrar and Council Secretary, to all students on Friday 9 February
Society profile: Unmanned Aerial Systems society
5 February 2018
The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) society is designing and manufacturing an aerial system capable of autonomously launching, navigating and delivering a light payload to compete in the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) UAS Challenge 2018. We caught up with UAS Society President Muhammad Arslan to find out how the society was founded, who they are looking for to help them compete, and how the competition is going so far
Staying healthy over the flu season
2 February 2018
At this time of year, it is important to try to stay healthy and minimise the risk of contracting the flu and other similar illnesses. This advice from the NHS tells you how you can do just that.
QMUL Bursary – what to do if you haven't been contacted
1 February 2018
The Bursaries Office offers advice for what to do if you think you should be receiving the QMUL Bursary but have not been emailed about it yet, and what you need to do if you received the Bursary last year but haven't had an entitlement letter this year.
Expeditions Fund 2017/18
18 January 2018
The Expeditions Fund is now open for applications from continuing undergraduate and postgraduate students who wish to apply for financial help towards travel in the summer vacation.
Transformation of Mathematical Sciences Building begins
24 January 2018
Works are underway to transform the Mathematical Sciences building on the Mile End campus, including complete internal refurbishment, recladding of the existing tower and a single storey extension to the north.
Do you know what your blood pressure numbers mean?
When you have your blood pressure measured, you will be given two numbers, systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom). Once you know your numbers, you can use our blood pressure chart to see what they mean and if your blood pressure is in the healthy range.
There's lots you can do to lower your blood pressure and avoid stroke
This year's campaign will take place from 7-13 September. It's all about knowing your blood pressure at home to feel in control. Home blood pressure monitoring gives you one less thing to worry about. Don't miss your chance to take part in the UK's biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
Blood Pressure UK membership can help to keep your blood pressure under control
Membership means you get a helping hand in looking after your blood pressure while supporting others. Over 90% of our members say that being a member of Blood Pressure UK helps them to manage and lower their blood pressure. Find out what you get as a member and how to join.
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