Developing Skills for Life and Practice
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to providing students with a wide range of opportunities to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence in supportive and engaging environments. Whether through workshops, certifications or collaborative projects, our initiatives are designed to help you grow both personally and professionally.
These experiences encourage reflection, teamwork and leadership, while also fostering resilience, compassion and a sense of belonging. They are designed to evolve and grow over time, with new initiatives, events, and resources continually introduced to support your learning journey and career development.
At the University of Northampton, we believe that the best care happens when students learn with, from, and about each other to become productive members of the interprofessional team. Interprofessional Education (IPE) brings together students from health, social care and related disciplines to collaborate, share knowledge and develop the skills needed for truly person-centred care.
You’ll have the chance to take part in a range of engaging learning experiences throughout your course – from workshops and simulation sessions to collaborative projects that bring students together across disciplines. These opportunities help you build confidence in working as part of a team, strengthen your employability, and deepen your understanding of compassionate, collaborative practice that truly puts people at the centre of care.
IPE is recognised globally as a vital part of preparing future practitioners for multi-professional and multi-agency working. Our Collaborative Curriculum in the Faculty of Health, Sport and Behavioural Sciences (FHSBS) provides opportunities for you to learn with, from, and about peers from other professions, enhancing your communication, teamwork, and understanding of holistic care.
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The Centre for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education (CAIPE) is the UK’s leading organisation promoting excellence in collaborative learning and practice. As part of this vibrant and supportive community, you’ll gain access to exclusive learning resources and research, engage with leaders shaping the future of health and social care education, and contribute to improving care through teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect.
As a Corporate Member, the University of Northampton gives students unique access to CAIPE’s global network of educators, practitioners, researchers, and service users. This partnership opens doors to new learning, research, and networking opportunities that support your growth as a compassionate, capable, and collaborative professional.
You can get involved by exploring CAIPE’s events, webinars and discussion forums, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers and professionals from around the world through CAIPE’s partnership with Interprofessional.Global who host regular free ‘online cafés’ providing learning and networking opportunities on a global scale. As part of this vibrant and supportive community, you’ll gain access to exclusive learning resources and research, engage with leaders shaping the future of health and social care education, and contribute to improving care through teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect.
For more information, please contact: alison.power@northampton.ac.uk
Schwartz Rounds provide a safe, supportive space for students and staff to share and reflect on the emotional and relational experiences that shape their learning and practice. Originating in the US and now used across the UK, Schwartz Rounds promote wellbeing, compassion, and connection across professional boundaries. Open to everyone within health, sport and behavioural sciences, students are encouraged to take part in Schwartz Rounds sessions held throughout the academic year. These sessions offer a safe and supportive space to reflect on experiences, share perspectives and connect with peers and staff. Taking part helps you build emotional awareness, develop resilience and strengthen your ability to provide compassionate, person-centred care.
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At UON, our investment in Schwartz Rounds demonstrates our commitment to nurturing inclusive, emotionally intelligent learning environments. Taking part helps you develop reflective practice, emotional resilience, and a sense of belonging within the university and future professional communities.
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To find out more about Schwartz Rounds, contact: alison.power@northampton.ac.uk