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Taxi from the University of Cumbria and to the University of Cumbria: The University of Cumbria is in seven different locations. Out of seven areas, two are in Carlisle. The first is at Brampton Road in Carlisle Cumbria. It is situated just minutes walk away from the stunning Rickerby Park and the River Eden.
It is also within walking distance of Carlisle’s thriving city centre — where you will find an extensive range of high street shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and historical treasures including Carlisle’s very own Castle. The postal address of this location is — Institute of the Arts, University of Cumbria, Brampton Rd, Carlisle CA3 9AW. Their contact number is 01228400300.
The University of Cumbria at Fusehill Street in Carlisle:
The second location is at Fusehill Street in Carlisle. This location is 0.6 miles away from the Carlisle train station. The postal address of this place is — University of Cumbria, Fusehill Street, Carlisle CA1 2HH. You can contact them on 01228616006.
The University of Cumbria at Lancaster:
The third location is at Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 3JD. The contact number is Telephone: 01524 590800 and Fax: 01524 384385.
The University of Cumbria at Ambleside:
The fourth location of the University of Cumbria is at Ambleside. The postal address of the University is Ambleside campus, The Barn, Rydal Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BB. The contact number of the University at Ambleside is Telephone: 015394 30274 and Fax: 015394 30371
The University of Cumbria at Barrow-in-Furness:
The fifth location of the University is at Barrow-in-Furness. The University of Cumbria is located on the top floor of the University Centre at Furness College building. The University Centre at Furness College, Channelside, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PJ. The contact details for Course enquiries: 0845 606 1144 and site reception: 01229 825017
The University of Cumbria at Workington:
The sixth location of the University is at Workington. The address of the University is Energus Building, Blackwood Rd, Lillyhall Industrial Estate, Lillyhall, Workington, CA14 4JW. The contact number is 01900 605665.
The University of Cumbria at London:
The last location of the University is in London. The address of the University is Energus Building, Blackwood Rd, Lillyhall Industrial Estate, Lillyhall, Workington, CA14 4JW. The contact number is 01900 605665.
The University of Cumbria — The start
The University of Cumbria was formed in 2007 by the merger of St Martin’s College, Cumbria Institute of the Arts and University of Central Lancashire’s Cumbria sites, operating from campuses spread across Cumbria and North Lancashire. It is relatively a new university, but the University has steeped in history dating right the way back to 1822.
The University is continuing to grow, expanding in geographical terms as well as academic scope.
Cumbria Institute of the Arts:
Cumbria Institute of the Arts has a long history in Carlisle which began with the establishment of the Society for the Encouragement of Fine Arts in October 1822.
In 1823, An Academy of Arts was established and in 1950 was renamed as the Carlisle College of Art. The institution was officially designated a higher education institute on 1 August 1997.
To reflect its academic growth and development, the institution gained approval from the privy council to change its name to Cumbria Institute of the Arts in 2002.
The institution was a founding member of AGHEC (Advisory Group for Higher Education in Cumbria) which was established in July 1999 by HEFCE to include the HEIs represented in Cumbria, Cumbria County Council and the North West Regional Development Agency.
In 2003, AGHEC transferred into University Education in Cumbria (UeC) working with Sir Brian Fender. The work undertaken by UeC underpins the current establishment of the University of Cumbria.
St Martin’s College
The Lancaster campus of the University of Cumbria started life as a barracks for the King’s Own Royal Regiment, and it was this association which gave the teaching college its name — St. Martin’s — after a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity.
With the kind permission of the Museum for the King’s Own Royal Regiment, we have a gallery of images from their archive and a collection from our own.
The King’s Own Royal Regiment vacated the barracks, and the Church of England purchased the site. Former armouries, barracks and other buildings were converted, and others demolished to be replaced by new buildings designed by Charles Pike.
Post-war review of teacher training led to the instigation of Lancaster College of Education 1962. The first intake of 89 students (supported by 13 staff) was in 1964.
From the start, the College planned to teach degrees as well as Certificates of Education and pioneered the four years BA Hons with QTS. By 1966 the College was teaching PGCE students.
The College developed courses in nursing and later radiography, occupational health, social work and continuing professional development courses for health professionals. Strong relationships were forged with NHS trust training departments, and many health professionals can be seen proudly wearing both St. Martin’s and University of Cumbria badges on their uniforms to this day.
The College developed courses in humanities, arts and sport, and a mini building boom ensued in the late 1990s with the development of the Sports Centre, Humanities building, Hugh Pollard Lecture Theatre and new accommodation.
In the late 1990s St. Martin’s took over the management of Charlotte Mason College in Ambleside. The London campuses followed, strengthening the emphasis on teaching.
The acquisition of the former hospital buildings at Fusehill Street in Carlisle saw the expansion of health, teaching, arts, humanities and business courses in Cumbria.
The Carlisle campus developed with new halls of residence, a sports centre and in 2006 the Learning Gateway building.
In 2006 the College embarked on its journey to secure University Title and Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP). Following review by the Quality Assurance Agency, the College received approval from the Privy Council on 10 July 2006 in respect of TDAP.
The College then as part of the establishment of the University of Cumbria applied for university title and a change in name after gaining Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP). The Privy Council confirmed its approval and change of name to University of Cumbria with effect from 1 August 2007.
