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BGU Carnival 2023
Promotion To promote the event materials were displayed around campus in areas such as main reception, Curiositea, the Refectory, the Chaplaincy, and Student Advice. A-boards were also placed in key high-traffic areas to capture the attention of as many students as possible. CELT arranged online promotions through the team’s digital display boards and Blackboard, and in collaboration with Marketing and the SU on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and the student portal. Carnival On the day of the carnival, members of CELT and the SU set up Room 3DY with an array of games, wellbeing activities, and music. The strategic placement of both the candy floss and chocolate fondue stalls aimed to encourage students to explore the entire carnival area before heading to their food stall of choice. BGU welcomed therapy ponies courtesy of ‘Rainbow Dreaming CIC’ whose aim is to enrich the lives of as many people as possible through their visits. ‘Jo’ and ‘Buggles’ were very responsive and calm when interacting with the students. The event officially opened at noon, with students initially gathering by the pony enclosure to learn about pony care and their role in helping wellbeing in institutions, such as education and the care sectors. After spending time in this area, students were directed to the carnival in 3DY. Upon arriving at the SU building, students were guided to where carnival bunting and a vibrant atmosphere awaited. A brief introduction by a CELT member set the stage for students to explore the carnival's various activities at their own pace. At the entrance, students were also presented with several support resources. One of these being the Wellbeing Toolkit, which has now seen the fantastic addition of The Recipe Booklet. Carnival activities included ball toss, tin can alley, hook-a-duck, and ‘mindful’ colouring. Games offered the chance to win prizes like a bag of sweets which came in gluten-free and vegan options. While enjoying the activities on offer, students also had the opportunity to indulge in candy floss and a chocolate fountain into which students could dip either marshmallows or fruit. SU mascot Lenny also made an appearance, partaking in a little ‘Pin the tail on the lion’ and offering free hugs and selfies. Most notably this year the infamous hook-a-duck went incident-free, enabling the mop and bucket to remain in the cupboard for another year. In summary, the carnival was a resounding success, generating a vibrant and positive atmosphere. The impressive turnout of over 125 students in 3DY and more than 150 at the pony enclosure underscored the event's popularity. Given the popularity of the event and the positive impact it continues to have on students’ wellbeing, we hope to see the return of the BGU Carnival in 2024. -
Funding Information
The BGU Bursary is an additional source of funding available to full-time students from the University. All students studying in 2024/25, who are eligible, will receive a BGU Bursary. Eligibility Students must satisfy the following criteria in order to qualify for the BGU Bursary. Basic eligibility: Students must be studying a full-time undergraduate course which began on or after 1st September 2021 with a minimum fee of £6,165 & Have a household income (as assessed by an awarding authority such as Student Finance England) of £30,000 or less. Students who satisfy the above as well as being in one of the following groups will be awarded a Bursary at the following rates according to the programme of study on which they are enrolled: BA Hons Award Annual Amount FdA/Foundation Year Annual Amount Mature (over 21 on Entry) £800.00 £600.00 Polar Q1 (young entrant, low participation neighbourhood) £800.00 £600.00 Student Carer £1000.00 £750.00 Care Leavers £3600.00 £3600.00 Estranged Students (as assessed by funding body) £1000.00 £750.00 Student Parent £1000.00 £750.00 -
Academic Information
Extension Requests You can apply for an extension if you are concerned you are unable to complete a piece of work by the submission date. There must be a valid reason for the extension request and written third party evidence should be provided to support the reason given, e.g. a doctor’s letter or medical certificate. Applying for an extension You will need to complete a ‘Request for Extension’ form which is available from the BGU Student Portal under the Info and Tools tile. The completed form must be submitted to the Faculty Administration Office at extensions@bishopg.ac.uk before the assignment submission date. The latest you can submit your extension request is 24 hours before your assignment deadline. Any extension applications that are submitted on or after the hand-in date cannot be accepted. A decision will be made whether to grant you an extension, and how long to give. This will normally be for a period not exceeding ten working days. You will be notified of the decision usually within five working days and given the new date for your assignment submission. If you are unable to submit the work in time and believe you have a valid reason, you will need to make a request for Extenuating Circumstances. Extenuating Circumstances If you are unable to meet a deadline, or if you submit work but feel your performance was affected by circumstances beyond your control, it is possible to ask the Board of Examiners to consider extenuating circumstances. There must be a valid, unforeseen and evidenced reason why the work could not be completed or was affected. If the request is upheld by the Board this will usually result in the chance for you to do the work again as a first attempt with a full range of marks, rather than as a re-sit. If the request is rejected you will still have a re-sit opportunity which will have a maximum mark of 40%. Applying for Extenuating Circumstances You will need to complete an Extenuating Circumstances Application Form which is available on the BGU Student Portal under the Info and Tools tile. All sections of the form must be completed and returned with corroborating evidence to the Quality Team. The deadline for claiming Extenuating Circumstances is normally 7 days after the hand-in date. When submitting an application you are strongly advised to deliver it personally to the Quality Office where you will have the opportunity to discuss your circumstances with a member of the department. Back to Homepage -
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Registering with a GP The university recommends you register with a local GP based in Lincoln during your time as a student here, as you will spend the majority of the year in Lincoln. Registration is easy and you can register at another GP practice once you have finished your studies. We have included details of two local practices you may wish to consider using: Minster Medical Practice: www.minstermedicalpractice.co.uk The Minster Medical Practice is nearest to the BGU campus. University of Lincoln Health Service: www.ulhsonline.co.uk The ULHS is a cross-campus practice which services the University of Nottingham, the University of Lincoln, and BGU. The GPs are well-versed in dealing with student issues (e.g. applications for extenuating circumstances and Disabled Students’ Allowance). Directions For Minster Medical Practice: Turn right out of the main car park, onto Longdales Road. Keep walking on Longdales Road until you reach the roundabout. Turn left at the roundabout, onto Nettleham Road. Keep walking until you reach the pedestrian crossing and then… Turn left onto Cabourne Avenue. Cabourne Court is the second road on the left. Total distance from BGU: 0.8 miles | Walking time (approx): 15 minutes 2 Cabourne Court, Cabourne Avenue, Lincoln, LN2 2JP Mon – Fri: 8:00am - 6:30pm Weekends: Closed 01522 515797 111 (out of hours) Directions For University of Lincoln Health Service: Exit BGU campus onto Newport Road and turn left Walk down Newport and onto the Bailgate at the bend in the road Continue walking down Steep Hill and onto the High Street Turn right onto the cut-through just after Stokes Coffee Shop Continue on Brayford Wharf East and turn right onto the University of Lincoln Campus before the railway crossing Follow the path to the Swan Pub and continue past the pub. The Health Service will be a little further on your right. Total distance from BGU: 1.8 miles | Walking time (approx): 37 minutes ULHS Ltd, 3 Campus Way, Lincoln, LN6 7GA Mon – Fri: 7:30am - 6:30pm Weekends: Closed 01522 870010 111 (out of hours) Registering with a GP | bgu.ac.uk/studentadvice -
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