Lauren in Lorraine – From UoN to Nancy, France
July 21, 2022
By Lauren Ogden (BA Modern Language Studies and MA Comparative Literature alumna, maître de langue – Université de Lorraine) Having dedicated my life to the study of foreign languages and cultures, I hoped that one day my future career would take me overseas. Living in France during my year abroad ignited a desire within me …
Knowing and Using Your Strengths: The Secret to Success and Happiness!
July 19, 2022
By Cyrielle Mevel, Employability Education Projects Officer People often talk about skills and strengths as if they were interchangeable when, in reality, they are not to be confused. Yes, we do them both well, but they don’t always support our wellbeing in the same way. So, what are strengths exactly and how can they support …
“I’m a Postgraduate Student, and Worried About Getting a Job”
July 14, 2022
By Jo Workman, Senior Careers Adviser There are lots of great reasons to study at masters level, including a love for the subject even if you don’t have a specific job in mind. But at the back of your mind you might be worried whether your additional time and study will be ‘worth it’ in …
Stand Out From the Crowd With International Experiences (Part 2)
July 12, 2022
Do you aspire to be a global graduate? Want to enhance your employability while travelling the world? Dreaming of an international career? If yes, then studying or working abroad during your degree can help you on your way. Two students talk about their time abroad and what they’ve learned. You can also read about Charlie …
Stand Out From the Crowd With International Experiences (Part 1)
July 11, 2022
Do you aspire to be a global graduate? Want to enhance your employability while travelling the world? Dreaming of an international career? If yes, then studying or working abroad during your degree can help you on your way. Two students talk about their time abroad and what they’ve learned. You can also read about Lauren …
I Want to Take a Year Out After Graduation. What Will Employers Think?
July 7, 2022
By Katie Ray, Employability Education Projects Officer Employers are looking for more than just a degree when recruiting graduates. So, when done right, taking time out after graduation can be an amazing way to boost your CV and make you stand out amongst the crowd. Not only that, but it gives you space and time …
Skills I’ve Learned in My Architecture Degree and How They Will Help Me in My Career
July 6, 2022
By Gabriela Florescu, architecture and built environment student blogger As the end of my undergraduate degree ends, I find that thinking back on the skills I have acquired to be the best way to identify my strengths and pick a career path for myself based on that. But each of us will leave the same …
Internships: Search, Apply, Interview, Success!
July 5, 2022
By Leonie Farrar, religion, philosophy, and ethics student blogger Over the last eight weeks I have gone through the process of finding, applying, interviewing, and securing a summer internship. Read on for my step-by-step experience: Search In April I was nearing the end of my degree and wanted to start preparing my next step. This …
My Experience as an Online Tutor for Action Tutoring
June 30, 2022
By Anna McConachie, English student blogger As someone interested in the charity sector, but finding it increasingly difficult to secure volunteer roles owing to time constraints and limitations of the pandemic, I discovered volunteering as an online tutor was a perfect fit for me. If you want to work in charity, ideally you need to …
Just Graduated? We’ve Got Your Career Covered!
June 28, 2022
By Hannah Woolley, Careers and Employability Consultant, and Faye Haslam, Alumni Communications Manager Achieving your degree and graduating from university is a cause for celebration. You’ve navigated your studies during a global pandemic, secured a valuable qualification, and gained a huge amount of experience. Congratulations… but not farewell! Although you might be leaving campus, we’re …
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