More spaces available on Working with PhD Students February 17, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Professional Development, Training, students , add a commentWould you like a better understanding of the career requirements of your PhD students? The Careers Group have a few extra spaces available at a session on Tuesday 28 February 2012 to address the issues you face when dealing with this client-group.
PhD students are often seen as daunting clients with specific and unusual needs. Who are they? What are their motivations and their career expectations? What are the characteristics of their work/study environment and how do these differ from those of undergraduates? What are the issues they can be expected to bring to the adviser, and how can the adviser help them given the absence of detailed knowledge of the highly specialised employment markets which are of primary interest?
The training will be given by Dr Calum Leckie and Dr Kathy Barrett.
Calum Leckie has been coordinating a programme of careers workshops for PhDs for the past six years in close collaboration with the UCL Graduate School, is actively involved in the delivery of both group work and one to one provision for research students and collaborates with the UCL Careers Service PhD employer engagement manager in the design of employer- led careers events.
Kathy Barrett works with research staff and students at all levels, has a PhD and has supervised PhD students.
- Cost
AGCAS Associate members: £75.00
Not-for-profit organisations: £112.00
For more information and to book yourself a place fill in a Booking Form.
Send to the Professional Development Unit:
Email: pdu.support@careers.lon.ac.uk
Post: PDU Support, The Careers Group, Stewart House, 32 Russell Square, London, WC1B 5DN
There’s more information about this course and others on the Professional Development Unit webpages.
Career Event: Getting Into International Development February 10, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Blogroll, employability, students , add a commentGetting Into International Development, Thursday 15 March 2012, 9am-5pm, Senate House, University of London
International Development is a growing sector that employs a wide range of people around the globe. This one day introductory course will set out clearly how the sector is structured, the different entry roles available and the combination of qualifications, skills and experience needed to get into international development.
- Learn how the development sector is structured and find out about a wide variety of jobs, graduate schemes, internships and short courses
- Participate in a lunch time careers fair and network with education providers and NGOs
- Choose optional workshops on working in emergency relief, development consultancy, campaigning and advocacy and development fundraising
Keynote Speaker:
Stephen O’Brien, Parliamentary Under-Secretary Of State For International Development, DFID
Organisations involved include:
Action Against Hunger
The Book Bus
Childreach
Christian Aid
The Daneford Trust
Development in Action
Doctors of the World
Inspirational Volunteer Journeys
Mad4Africa
Medair UK
Peru Support Group
PKF
Raleigh International
Results
Skillshare International – International Citizen Service
The Social Investment Consultancy
Teach a Man to Fish
World Service Enquiry
theIDLgroup
GOAL UK
Oxfam
2Way Development
Restless Development
War on Want
Manchester University
University of East Anglia
To register your place, please visit our website and get weekly updates on our facebook page too.
Brought to you by The Careers Group, University of London.
Career Event: Exploring Graduate Entry to Medicine February 2, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : careers advice, employability, students , add a commentExploring Graduate Entry to Medicine Careers Day, 14 February 2012
Medical careers are now open to a wider range of people than ever before. Accelerated medical courses are designed specifically to train graduates with a non-medical degree as doctors. This event is an ideal opportunity for you to find out more about these degrees and what you have to do to be successful in securing a place. The day will consist of:
- Presentations – from representatives of key medical schools
- Panel discussion – with medical students currently on GEM degrees
- Lunch & informal networking
Confirmed speakers:
- The Use of the Personal Statement in Selection for Medicine – University of Cambridge
- Funding your Medical Degree – King’s College London
- The Medical Career Pathway – Barts and the London
- The Nottingham Medical Degree & PBL – University of Nottingham
- The Oxford Degree & Traditional Teaching Methods – Oxford University
Places are limited and you must book now to reserve your place. For further details, and to register, visit the event webpage at www.careers.lon.ac.uk/med
The Careers Group, University of London
Stewart House, 32 Russell Square
London, WC1B 5DN
Opportunities at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games January 27, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : job vacancies, students , add a commentThe Careers Group, University of London is delighted to announce its partnership with ARAMARK Limited, the exclusive catering contractor for the Olympic and Paralympic Athletes Village in Stratford. This partnership will see The Careers Group, University of London coordinate the recruitment of over 200 students to staff the Athletes Village. This collaboration will allow the University of London to share once in a lifetime employment opportunities with London based students.
The recruitment drive will be directed by The Careers Group Temp Agency, which was launched earlier this month under the management of Emmeline Shadrach, a recruitment professional with over twelve years of experience. The Careers Group Temp Agency will be hosting an assessment and information day on Friday 3 February 2012. This day will include interviews, ID checks, and presentations about The Athletes Village and work opportunities.
If you’re a London based student interesting in applying for these positions find out more and register to attend our assessment and information day.
The Postgraduate Study & MBA Fair January 12, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Uncategorized , add a commentThe Postgraduate Study & MBA Fair takes place on Wednesday 25 January from 1pm-7pm at Senate House in Central London. Not only is it a good opportunity to find out about postgraduate courses in the UK and around the world it is also free.
There are representatives from global universities, business schools and vocational training colleges. To plan your day it’s worth looking at the:
• Exhibitor list
• Courses offered by the exhibitors
• Modes of study offered by exhibitors
Professional advice is available from University of London Careers Advisers on funding, specific subject areas and your future career opportunities.
There is also a comprehensive presentation programme which includes talks on Postgraduate Study in the US and funding a PhD.
Join us on Facebook, for updates.
Venue: Macmillan Hall, Crush Hall, Beveridge Hall & Chancellor’s Hall at Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HU.
Pre-register to be kept up to date with all the latest developments at the fair, including the new exhibitors who book to attend and the presentation programme going live.
Career Event: Getting into Publishing and Writing January 5, 2012
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Blogroll, Peggy Vance, arts administration, careers advice, creative, editing, publishing, writing , 2commentsThe Careers Group is hosting an evening for anyone interested in a career in publishing and writing on 21 Feburary 2012 at the Beveridge Hall, South Block, Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HU 6pm – 9pm.
If you are are considering a publishing or writing career, the evening will give you a chance to pick up valuable knowledge and tips on how to get into the industry.
Join us on Facebook, for updates and discussions.
We organised a Creative Careers event last year which included this useful talk by Peggy Vance, Category Publisher with Dorling Kindersley.
Creative Careers – Peggy Vance – Category Publisher from RHUL Careers on Vimeo.
In addition we have selected useful information about publishing on Careers Tagged.
Venue: Beveridge Hall, South Block, Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HU.
Further details at www.careers.lon.ac.uk/writing
Coming up: Exploring Graduate Entry to Medicine December 15, 2011
Posted by The Careers Group News in : careers advice , add a comment
The Careers Group is running an intensive one day course on exploring graduate entry into medicine on 14 February 2012.
If you are interested in a medical career they are now open to a wider range of people than ever before.
Accelerated medical courses are designed specifically to train graduates with a non-medical degree as doctors.
The day will help you find out about:
- Specific degrees, by talking to admissions staff, course organisers and medical students
- The major differences between the courses offered
- How to fund your medical degree
- Writing a successful application form and support statement
- The various entrance exams schools use.
Join us on Facebook, for updates and discussions.
Venue: Beveridge Hall, South Block, Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HU.
Further details at http://www.careers.lon.ac.uk/med
This is our last post for 2011.
The Careers Group News returns the first week of January.
The Postgraduate Study & MBA Fair December 9, 2011
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Blogroll, Higher Education, careers advice , add a commentIf you are interested in further study, The Careers Group, in association with FindAPhD.com and FindAMasters.com, are hosting a free event that will give you the chance to meet with representatives from up to 80 institutions.
It’s an excellent way to find out more about postgraduate study, with information on all aspects of further study, from choosing the right course to funding and how to apply.
The event takes place on Wednesday 25 January 2012, from 1pm – 7pm in Macmillan Hall, Crush Hall, Beveridge Hall and Chancellor’s Hall at Senate House, Malet Street.
Highlights:
- Meet staff from global universities, business schools and vocational training colleges
- Get professional advice from expert University of London Careers Advisers on funding, specific subject areas and your future career opportunities
- Attend the comprehensive presentation programme
Pre-register to be kept up to date.
Get the latest news about the event via Twitter or Facebook.
See the website for full details.
The Careers Group on Twitter December 1, 2011
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Blogroll, careers advice, development, job vacancies , add a commentThe Careers Group Twitter accounts provide sector-based careers information and relevant vacancies. Our main account, @CareersGroup, has the latest news and advice about careers, employability and job-seeking.
Follow our career sector feeds for targeted updates on jobs, news, events and opportunities. There is also a dedicated feed for jobs, @JobOnline.
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International Futures provides Careers information and support for international students in the United Kingdom and UK students looking to work abroad.
Book Training On The Essentials Of Events Management November 24, 2011
Posted by The Careers Group News in : Blogroll , add a commentThe Careers Group has over 35 years experience in organising event management so if you need to organise a graduate recruitment fair, a conference, a workshop or another type of event book a place on our special workshop. The next one takes place on Thursday 1 December in central London.
The course is led by the Head of Events at The Careers Group, Clare McSheaffrey. She has over 15 years experience in organising events including three years at the Design Council.
The course will cover:
• Planning and time management
• Setting and managing a budget
• Event administration
• Marketing and sales
• Trouble shooting (contingency plans, what to do in an emergency)
