The University of Cumbria has roots extending back to the Society for the Encouragement of Fine Arts established in 1822. It was created formally on 1st August 2007 from an amalgamation of St Martin’s College, Cumbria Institute of the Arts, and the Cumbria campuses of the University of Central Lancashire. The University has campuses in Carlisle, Ambleside, and Lancaster and a specialist centre in London. The University also has strong links and a close working partnership with the four FE (Further Education) Colleges in Cumbria (Lakes Colleges, Furness College, Carlisle College, and Kendal College) to Facilitate the delivery of Higher Education across the county. The University of Cumbria MBA programmes offered online in exclusive partnership with the Robert Kennedy College are Recognised Worldwide. Once you complete your studies at Robert Kennedy College, you will receive a degree from the University of Cumbria.