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Using AI for job applications
Have you ever used AI for making job applications? Have you been able to create successful applications? More and...>
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How important is EDI in HE?
The approach to EDI by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) As both employers and education providers, many HEI’s have chosen...>
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PhD interview questions
If you are here because you were offered a PhD interview, congratulations! This interview is your opportunity to show...>
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Moving to the UK checklist
The United Kingdom, steeped in history and culture, as well as being home to high-quality universities and research opportunities...>
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What are the benefits of working in Further Education?
Why work in Further Education? To quote the Association of Colleges, “Colleges are brilliant”. Serving 1.6 million people, England’s...>
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Using AI for job applications
Have you ever used AI for making job applications? Have you been able to create successful applications? More and...>
Producing a cover letter for job applications
What is the purpose of a cover letter? Whilst your CV offers a brief professional summary of your skills,...>
Interview Tips
Using AI for job applications
Have you ever used AI for making job applications? Have you been able to create successful applications? More and...>
How do I write a supporting statement for my application?
What is a supporting statement? Increasingly job application processes require candidates to complete a section which can outline both...>
Career Development
How important is EDI in HE?
The approach to EDI by Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) As both employers and education providers, many HEI’s have chosen...>
Moving to the UK checklist
The United Kingdom, steeped in history and culture, as well as being home to high-quality universities and research opportunities...>
Resources
Business Development Manager Jobs
Planning to apply for a job as a Business Development Manager? Are you Looking for a career change or...>
Professor Herman Grobler
This academic case study focuses on the career of Professor Herman Grobler, who is currently a professor in the...>
Studentship Advice
PhD interview questions
If you are here because you were offered a PhD interview, congratulations! This interview is your opportunity to show...>
Moving to the UK checklist
The United Kingdom, steeped in history and culture, as well as being home to high-quality universities and research opportunities...>
Country Profiles
Work in China – Country Profile
At just under 10 million square kilometres, China is the second-biggest country in the world by land area. In the times of the ancient dynasties, China was a leader in culture and science...
Work in Germany – Country Profile
Consisting of 16 states governed as a federal democracy, Germany sits at the centre of Europe and its influence on the region is keenly felt both economically and politically...