Postgraduate | 2018 Prospectus | Page 13

MAKING A DIFFERENCE | 13 97.5% Keele has always been forward thinking. It was founded on the ethos that we should look at things differently; challenge the status quo, to make a positive change and impact on our futures. This is true now, if not more so, than ever before. Broadening your mind to develop your academic achievements, and realising your capabilities to reach your potential is what Keele strive to achieve with all its students, so you can stand out from the crowd. In today’s competitive global market the need to stand out is imperative. A postgraduate qualification, from Keele, will enhance your CV and broaden your opportunities, as well as develop you both academically and personally. Whether you are looking to progress in your chosen career, develop and increase your expertise and knowledge or want to change your career direction, Keele provides teaching excellence and the support to suit your needs, however long or short your course is. Making a Difference We are a research-led University that attracts highly acclaimed academics who are experts in their field. Our students benefit from being taught, supported and mentored by lecturers that are at the cutting-edge of technological advancements; providing exposure to critical and current revelations to challenge and broaden the thinking of our students. Our cutting-edge research in Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Medicine and Health Sciences is having a positive impact within the world today, on major issues such as global health, ageing society, sustainable and renewable energy. That is why a postgraduate qualification from Keele is highly desirable and regarded by employers and escalates the employability of our students. Research at Keele is managed by our Research Institutes and offices: • Natural Sciences Research • Humanities and Social Sciences Research • Research Institute for Primary Care and Health Sciences • Research Institute for Science and Technology in Medicine of graduates were in employment or further study within 6 months of graduating DLHE, 2016 Keele continues to provide and support high quality research and invest and expand its facilities, and teaching capabilities to remain at the forefront of technological advancements, to improve the lives of many and create a better world for all. Recent research developments include: • Ground-breaking clinical trials in innovative stroke research • Europe’s largest Smart Energy Network Demonstrator • Astronomers detect five new ‘hot Jupiters’ • Tissue cell engineering To find out more about our research programmes and innovative projects go to keele.ac.uk/research Awarded REF – Research Excellence Framework 2014 (to find out more go to keele.ac.uk/nsr/ref2014) keele.ac.uk