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Quiet Spaces
Sometimes, we all need to take some time-out. The University has a network of quiet spaces on campus. These are available to staff and students. The Peace Gardens located behind the Accommodation Office, this is a quiet outdoors space in the centre of campus with seatingThe Students’ Union Council Chambers – To access this quiet space please ask the staff working downstairs in the SU who will be happy to helpStudent Advice - To access this quiet space please ask at the Student Advice reception in the Cornerstone BuildingThe Library Rest Room - To access this quiet space, which is a windowless room with a sink, easy chair, ambient light and first aid couch, please ask at the Student Advice Reception Desk or the Library Service DeskThe Library Nook – A comfy armchair, footrest and blanket available on the first floor of the Library (at the far end of the book shelves, next to the fire exit)Prayer, Well-being and Relaxation Room – Located on the ground floor of the Skinner building in room 12 (this room has adjustable lighting)The Snug – Look for the quiet space sign in The Snug space outside the University Chapel (ground floor Skinner building) If you would like any more information about quiet spaces on campus, please email thehub@bishopg.ac.uk Click here to download the Wellbeing map. -
Archaeology Field School 2022
BGU's Archaeology Field School is a fully accredited 4-week course that will deliver training in field archaeology and excavation skills, post-excavation finds processing, and recording data. The Lawn is an important site in the heart of historic Lincoln, which has previously only been subjected to small-scale excavations. The Field School is a rare and exciting opportunity to participate in an archaeological excavation in uphill Lincoln. With the BGU Archaeology Field School you have the opportunity of arranging your own accommodation or booking rooms on our leafy campus only a short distance from where the dig will take place. For more information download the prospectus. To apply, please contact archaeology@bishopg.ac.uk -
Campus Tours
Tours will be guided by our current students who can answer questions about student life and their experience of studying at BGU. Our campus tours take approximately 45 minutes and are also offering accommodation tours for those who may have been to an Open Day but may not have seen our accommodation due to the Covid-19 restrictions in place at the time. -
Why Choose BGU?
We've been educating students here at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) in the heart of historic Lincoln for 160 years. So no matter what you're looking to study with us, you can be sure that your future is in safe hands. -
Sustainability and Ethical Practice
The most senior manager with responsibility for environmental sustainability at the University is Tom Dannatt, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Operations) (tom.dannatt@bishopg.ac.uk). Other members of staff with an environmental sustainability remit include Director of People and Infrastructure Jonathan Cheeseman (jonathan.cheeseman@bishopg.ac.uk), Chief Estates and Facilities Officer Brendan Pritchard (brendan.pritchard@bishopg.ac.uk), and Campus Operations & Accommodation Manager Rachel Crane (rachel.crane@bishopg.ac.uk). The University’s working group on environmental sustainability and ethical practice is BG Green (BGGreen@bishopg.ac.uk). For more information see the BG Green tile below. The University’s supreme governing body is University Council which meets 4 times a year. Membership includes the BG Students’ Union President and an elected student representative. Membership of Senate, the University’s highest academic body, includes the BG Students’ Union President and Vice-President. If you have any projects you would like featured on our sustainability pages, please contact marketingteam@bishopg.ac.uk. -
Message from the Vice Chancellor
Friday 9 September 2022 The University community joins with the country in mourning the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II, who has been a part of our lives for 70 years as our Monarch. The Queen’s long reign through changing times demonstrated a life sustained by Christian faith and deep personal sacrifice. Her dignity, grace and joy transcended cultural and faith differences and bound a family of nations together. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted and grieving at this time. As a community, our condolences are expressed to the new King and all his family. We are monitoring the advice and guidance issued by the Palace and the Government in how to mark the next few days, which will be the official period of national mourning and will continue until the day of the State Funeral. This morning, the Union flag was lowered to half-mast in front of the Newport entrance. There is a Book of Condolence available in the Chapel and candles are available for those who wish to light one. The Chaplain will be holding prayer services next week; details are available on the portal. You may see the flag rise again tomorrow from 1pm, for 24 hours; this is in line with protocols, as King Charles III is proclaimed as our new sovereign. We are awaiting further guidance from the Department for Education and will communicate the advice coming from that office as soon as we receive it. Teaching, learning and all other administrative activities will continue as normal, except on the day of the State Funeral. We are looking forward to warmly welcoming our students onto campus next week for enrolment and re-enrolment, as well as those who are moving into their accommodation. Students whose enrolment slots may be affected by the date of the funeral will be contacted as soon as we know more. Thank you for your understanding and, as always, for pulling together as a community to support each other at this difficult time. *Update 13/09/2022* Following the announcement that Monday 19 September will be a Bank Holiday for the State Funeral, the University will be closed on this date. Students who had enrolment, re-enrolment or subject induction meetings on this date only will be contacted to have this rescheduled. All other dates remain unaffected. -
Chaplaincy Events
Booking is essential for all trips via the university shop. Staff, students and their families are welcome. Book Here We have limited places on our trips but please do put your name on our waiting list as we are hoping to be able to offer more places. If a trip says out of stock, then please email chaplaincy@bishopg.ac.uk to be put on a waiting list. This account is monitored Monday – Wednesday. Trips are non-refundable -
Archaeology Field School 2023
BGU’s Archaeology Field School is a fully accredited 4-week course that will deliver training in field archaeology and excavation skills, post-excavation finds processing, and recording data. -
Bishop Grosseteste University shortlisted in three categories for Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023
Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) is delighted to announce the University has been shortlisted for the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 in three different categories. These include student support, halls and accommodation, and career prospects. The Whatuni Student Choice Awards is an annual event that recognises and celebrates excellence in higher education. The awards are based on feedback from thousands of students across the United Kingdom, who rate their universities on various aspects such as quality of teaching, campus facilities, student support, and accommodation. Collected on campuses across the country and on the Whatuni website, these reviews bring valuable insight into the institutions and make the WUSCAs the largest exclusively student-voted awards in the UK. The university has been shortlisted in the student support category, which recognises institutions that go above and beyond to support their students during their time at university. The halls and accommodation category acknowledges universities that provide high-quality accommodation options for their students. Finally, BGU has also been shortlisted in the career prospects category, which recognises universities that help their graduates to secure employment after graduation. Bishop Grosseteste University Pro Vice-Chancellor Rob Boast said: “We are thrilled to have been shortlisted for three categories at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023. As an institution that puts students at the heart of everything we do, it is incredibly rewarding to be recognised for our commitment to providing an exceptional standard of student support, accommodation, and delivering excellent career prospects. “These nominations are a testament to the collaborative hard work of all our staff and we take great pride in knowing that our students have a positive and fulfilling experience at Bishop Grosseteste University.” The winners of the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 will be announced at a ceremony in London in April 2023. BGU will be hoping to add to its previous success in the awards, having placed second for Student Support in 2022. -
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