Networking. This age-old word is enough to terrify and intimidate anyone, regardless of how old you are and what position you work in. The added pressure of being told by your university to attend an event because “it will be…
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As the start date of my PhD approached, I was preoccupied by the idea of a “thesis”. A thesis is a bit like a small book that contains chapters of research explaining all the novel and interesting data that you…
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Kick start your academic year with our Westminster Working Cultures (WWC) UK and International September programmes and get advice on how to make the most of your time at university, build your network, and write successful job applications! On the…
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Ever felt like you don’t belong in a room full of knowledgeable experts, or found it difficult to contribute to discussions because of the assumption that others are so much more skilled and confident compared to yourself? Hello, my name…
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We held an interview with Joss Serraillier, the director of The Tutorfair Foundation, to talk about tutoring, and how students can gain experience in education through volunteering. 
About The Tutorfair Foundation The Tutorfair Foundation was established in 2012. We…
Research the company, the role, and your interviewers! Company: Before the interview, I found it extremely beneficial to research the organisation and their website to demonstrate that I was a good fit for the organisation, and they are an equally…
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London is a city steeped in history and culture, but it is also at the forefront of sustainable living. The capital was recently voted as the 6th most sustainable city in the world by the Arcadis Index 2022. I was…
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This month, the careers and employability team are focusing on self-care and wellbeing. Here are some helpful tips for managing your wellbeing in the workplace. TIP 1: Exercise: Make time for regular exercise, even if it’s just a walk. Take…
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This October eight students from the University of Westminster attended and presented at the first international academic conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs), entitled Why It Matters, organised by the United Nations Department of Global Communications (UN-DGC) and hosted by…
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Did I miss the memo? I was 20 years old sat in Croydon asking myself why getting amazing grades at school didn’t somehow teach me to be “commercially aware”? Why did no-one mention this to me until NOW, a few…
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