Broadening horizons with the Nottingham Advantage Award
October 22, 2024
By Hongwei Liang, MSc Data Science student ‘A Window on the World – An Intercultural Journey from the Local to the Global’ (Nottingham Advantage Award module) gives you the opportunity to assess and develop your cultural awareness and understanding of equality. Through this self-directed learning module, you are taught how to reflect upon culture within …
My career in music from UoN to Head of Orchestra and Operations
September 5, 2024
By Matthew Pax, music graduate We asked Matt to talk about his career journey from studying music at Nottingham to his current role as Head of Orchestra and Operations at Sinfonia Viva. He talks about the value of his involvement in student societies and provides advice to current students and recent alumni looking to enter …
How University Radio Nottingham Enhanced my CV
April 27, 2023
By Emily Oxbury, MA History student blogger Here at the University of Nottingham we have an array of fantastic media groups. NSTV, Impact, Nottingham New Theatre and University Radio Nottingham (URN) make up the Student Run Services (SRS) within the SU. After stumbling across their stand at the society’s fair over three years ago, I …
My Experience Taking Part In Extracurricular Activities
March 16, 2023
Jason Richards, Aerospace Engineering student blogger The world of engineering is a competitive field. With the high number of people going to university to get degrees, it is a challenge to stand out from a crowd with just your university experience. A common way to get around this is through extracurricular activities. Why do an extracurricular …
Why You Should Join a Society Whilst at University
March 2, 2023
By Emily Oxbury, MA History student blogger On first impression, university societies may seem purely about socialising, trying new activities and widening your friendship circles. Most university courses have a corresponding subject based society, which is a great starting point for finding interesting talks, demonstrations and trips which directly link to your area of expertise! …
The Benefits of Extracurricular Activities and Where They May Take You
February 23, 2023
By Jason Richards, Aerospace Engineering student blogger Your time at university is limited and it is very important to try and get the most out of your degree. If you were to ask any lecturer or careers adviser on this matter you will probably get encouraged to take up a part-time job or do an extracurricular …
Start Your Future With the SU
August 9, 2022
By Hayley Williams, Students’ Union Employability Development Manager Your Students’ Union (SU) is here throughout your degree and beyond, with opportunities to discover your passion, excel at it, and make your CV outstanding. Getting involved in your SU can help you: work as a team develop your leadership skills manage budgets and test your financial skills …
I Don’t Have a Grad Job: What Now?
June 9, 2022
By Anna McConachie, English student blogger It can be daunting leaving university without a spot on a graduate scheme. However, it’s important to remember that having a grad scheme is not the be all and end all for leaving uni. Taking a break after university before you launch into a career can be very beneficial. …
Stand Out From the Crowd With International Experiences
October 28, 2021
By Jackie Thompson, Information and Communications Manager Do you aspire to be a global graduate? Would you like to enhance your employability while travelling the world? Are you keen on an international career? If yes, then studying or working abroad during your degree can help you on your way. What can you do? 1. You …
The University-Affiliated Projects That Can Build Your CV (Part 2)
July 6, 2021
By Benedict Watson – Student Blogger In part one of this blog post, I drew attention to some of the great University-affiliated schemes which provide you with work experience and opportunities for skill development. These schemes were: • Nottingham Internship Scheme • Course Rep • Summer School Ambassador • Society Committee In part two of …
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