Your time at °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï isn’t just about academic work. Students are able to take full advantage of hundreds of student groups, clubs and societies on offer at the University.
The on the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï SU website has a list of all the societies within the University. There are also lots of clubs and societies within the different Colleges. If there isn’t a group or society for your particular passion or interest at the moment, you could start one – all you have to do is find a few like-minded people.
Sports
There is an extensive sports scene at °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï to suit all ability levels. One of the advantages of being a Collegiate University is how easy it is for students to get involved with sports at any level.
There are College teams for novices and experts, as well as the University teams that represent °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï against other universities and club teams. Most sports teams at the University include a mix of undergraduates and postgraduates so everyone is welcome to take part.
°Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï offers:
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- excellent , including gyms, studios, and sports fields
- University clubs that compete against other universities, and local and national clubs
- extra College sports facilities, teams, and inter-College competitions
- some financial support to help with competitive sport and training to coach or officiate
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The University also has an for student-athletes performing at an elite level.
Drama
°Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï is renowned for its student-produced drama and famous acting alumni, from Emma Thompson to Richard Ayoade. From the cutting-edge comedy of the to classical plays, popular musicals and original productions, there’s something for everyone.
Auditions are often open to all and there are also opportunities to have a go at directing, producing, set design, lighting, sound, stage management, costume, make-up and front of house, even if you have never done it before.
There are excellent performing arts facilities around °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï. In addition to the University’s , a number of Colleges have their own purpose-built auditoria and several major productions take place in the city’s and .
Music
There’s an enormous range of musical societies and student bands catering for any style and level of experience. Many Colleges run open mic nights and numerous bands, choirs and orchestras regularly record and tour nationally and internationally.
The also offers masterclasses and workshops and has an extensive collection of instruments which can be used by students (some instruments may be available to hire).
include:
- a capella groups
- Baroque Ensemble
- Brass Band Society
- Ceilidh Band
- Chamber Orchestra
- Concert Band
- Hip Hop Society
- Jazz Orchestra
- Mixtape Society
- Opera Society
- Rock Society
- Show Choir
- String Ensemble
- Symphony Orchestra
Media
If you'd like to try your hand at journalism, there are two student newspapers ( and ) and various other publications to get involved with and the University’s award-winning radio station, , (presented by University members and offering training in many aspects of radio), there are groups focused on photography and film-making.
Other media societies include:
- Bluesci magazine
- The °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Globalist
- °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Film Association
