Working in Further Education (FE) can have a direct positive impact on the local community. The sector helps tackle skill shortages such as digital, health, education, engineering and science, and it improves the future of young people. In the following article, we shall explore how FE makes a positive difference in the lives of local…>
Blog
Exploring AI Careers in Academia: Opportunities in Teaching, Research, and Innovation.
There has undoubtedly been a huge increase in advertised jobs in AI over the last 12 months. Whilst the majority have been advertised in the industrial sector. The trend is mirrored in Higher Education as the demand for teaching AI subjects has increased. The focus shifts to exploring AI careers in academia. Opportunities for experts…>
How to keep motivated in the New Year
Staying motivated in January can be tough. However, there are strategies you can use to keep yourself performing well in your work or study. In the article below, we will explore what you can do to be your best in the New Year. You might find it helpful to pick and choose from the tips…>
Chef Jobs Profile
A Chef role at a higher education institution is more than just preparing meals; it’s about being an integral part of the campus community. Your work will shape the dining experience for students, staff, and visitors, creating a welcoming environment and making a real impact on daily life. This job profile will help you understand…>
Managing a hands-off manager
Is your manager a ‘hands-off manager’? There will always be pros and cons to having a supervisor or manager with a different approach to leadership, but for some employees having a ‘hands-off’ or ‘laissez-faire’ manager who offers limited direction and who might not always be forthcoming in their feedback can pose a challenge. Managers who…>
How to lay out a literature review
Knowing how to lay out a literature review can help you save time and, more importantly present it in the best way possible. In addition, it can also keep you on track and clarify what to research. Therefore, clarifying the layout and structure of a literature review is a good place to start. To support…>
Tips for academic networking
Do you find academic networking challenging at times? In the following article, I will share some tips and effective networking strategies to help you build meaningful connections and enhance your career. I will explore how you can leverage conferences, academic societies, social media and other networks (online or in-person) to build meaningful professional relationships and…>
Enhance learning with stimulating lectures
Must the lecture be lifeless? See how you can use different teaching methods to enhance learning. Over my career, I’ve given hundreds and hundreds of lectures (and listened to hundreds more). Which is odd, in a way, because there’s a vocal movement telling academics to ditch the lecture in favour of alternative instructional approaches that…>
Why work in Higher Education?
Are you interested in finding a new role in higher education? Would you like to know more about the benefits of working in the sector? Higher education (HE) offers a wide palette of different roles. Whether you are looking to work in marketing, catering, estates, administration, finance, teaching or research, there is a range of…>
Balancing your PhD and your personal life
Are you currently studying for your PhD? Are you looking for ways to avoid burnout and keep on top of deadlines? In the below article, we shall look at tips on balancing your PhD and personal life. 1. Become more productive Many people would agree that we waste lots of time without being consciously aware…>