As Chancellor, I’m often contacted by students and graduates asking for advice about careers and navigating the next stage of their lives – usually after a careers and enterprise event. The questions are always thoughtful and honest; I’ve realised there…
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When I arrived in London to start my master’s, one thought kept repeating in my head: I have one year. One chance to make the most of this experience. Postgraduate degrees move fast, especially as an international student. Between coursework, adjusting to…
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Whether you’re applying for part-time work, a placement, or a full-time role, there are a few essential things to keep in mind while applying. This guide brings together practical resources on where to find opportunities and how to begin applying…
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The Early Careers Support project has guided hundreds of students and graduates towards meaningful career opportunities. Through participation in the Graduate Success Series (GSS) workshops and the Westminster Working Cultures (WWC) programme, alongside personalised support from Careers Consultants, participants developed…
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This year, hundreds of students and graduates used our Early Careers support services to book appointments with careers consultants and attend programmes such as our Graduate Success Series (GSS) sessions. Sumaiya Migoda is an International Business graduate who has recently…
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Entering the complex and diverse world of nutrition offers a wealth of promising and enriching career opportunities. The sector itself offers a wide range of career pathways for graduates with a fervent interest and passion in areas such as hospitality,…
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Last month, 36 students at the University of Westminster undertook a three-day field trip to Brussels as part of their undergraduate and Masters degrees in Politics and International Relations. Here, Maisie Sheffield, third-year BA Politics and International Relations student, and…
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Considering taking a placement year to boost your skills and gain invaluable work experience? Read this article and find out how to best prepare and what to expect from a placement from Bobo’s point of view. Bobo is one of…
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‘Interview’, the word itself may spark nerves, anticipation and even excitement. Preparing for an interview can always be quite overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to start. Whether you’re a recent graduate stepping into the professional world, a seasoned…
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Introduction to my placement and what I did: I was fortunate enough to secure a placement at Netcompany where I worked as an IT consultant. I worked within the Operations department and within Testing. There I was able to not…
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