At Westminster, learning goes beyond the classroom. Our students take on live briefs, collaborate with real clients and work on projects that make a genuine impact while building skills that matter.
“I completed the University’s WeNetwork Freelance Essentials course and The Freelance Summer programme, where I learned the foundations of running a business and what it takes to become a freelancer. I gained essential insight into self-employment, networking, managing legal aspects and much more. I later went on to participate in the Big Idea Competition as a freelance candidate, which was pivotal for growing my self-confidence and progressing my career as a freelance sports photographer. Winning the competition allowed me to invest significant funding into essential equipment and marketing for my business. I am forever grateful to have been part of all these opportunities as they have supported and enhanced my personal and professional development.”
“I worked as a food grower in the Cavendish Living Lab – a multidisciplinary, student-led project focused on urban sustainability and green innovation. This role allowed me to apply my scientific knowledge in a practical, community-focused setting, while also developing key transferable skills in project management, environmental communication and teamwork.”
“I took part in the Employability Hackathon organised by WeNetwork, in collaboration with the marketing and design agency sixredsquares, and it turned out to be a genuinely eye-opening experience. Going into it, I wasn’t sure what to expect – but by the end, I had grown in ways I didn’t see coming.
Our challenge was to pitch ideas for charities while reflecting the agency’s ethos of being a “focus for good” and showcasing their diverse client base. I came up with the title for our campaign and found myself unexpectedly stepping into a leadership role. I helped organise the team, divide tasks and guide the scriptwriting process.
This was definitely out of my comfort zone. I’m naturally more introverted, but I surprised myself by speaking up, taking initiative, and helping steer the project forward. we worked collaboratively and made it to the finals, and it gave me a huge boost in confidence. The whole experience shifted how I view myself and the creative industry. It also pushed me to work on public speaking, organisation, and group communication – skills I used to find challenging.
One of the most inspiring parts was hearing from industry professionals from sixredsquares and Penguin Books. I’m more motivated than ever to gain hands-on experience and keep developing my skills.”
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