{"id":6962,"date":"2026-04-08T14:58:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/wearewestminster\/?p=6962"},"modified":"2026-04-08T14:58:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:58:28","slug":"real-projects-real-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/wearewestminster\/real-projects-real-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Projects, Real Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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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.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u201cI completed the University\u2019s 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.”<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u201cI 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\u00a0communication\u00a0and teamwork.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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“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\u2019t sure what to expect – but by the end, I had grown in ways I didn\u2019t see coming.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>

Our challenge was to pitch ideas for charities while reflecting the agency\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>

This was definitely out of my comfort zone. I\u2019m 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.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>

One of the most inspiring parts was hearing from industry professionals from sixredsquares and Penguin Books. I\u2019m more motivated than ever to gain hands-on experience and keep developing my skills.”<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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