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Get paid and develop your commercial awareness with QConsult
2 August 2017
QConsult gives you the opportunity to work on a project for a business or charity while getting paid and developing your skills.
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QMUL to run 24-hour library from next academic year
6 June 2017
From September 2017, Mile End Library will be open 24 hours a day during term-time, to enable you to continue your studies at whatever time is convenient for you.
Student profile: CISCO Switch Up Challenge
24 April 2017
A team of five students from the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science recently won the CISCO Switch Up Challenge. Kapil Dipak Narshidas Pau, Yusuf Pholby, Harriydaran Rajendran, Aathishankar Thayanantha and Prodige Tukala, who are all studying computer science degrees, earned themselves a trip to the CISCO headquarters in California this summer. We caught up with Kapil and Yusuf to talk about how they become involved with the competition and why they think their idea had the winning formula.
QMUL 130 years anniversary - #QMUL130 competition
31 May 2017
Throughout May, we will be celebrating our vibrant and distinguished history and we want you to get involved.
Library Report May 2017 now available
31 May 2017
The Library Report for May 2017 is now available to download here.
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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