PhD vs Doctorate: Understand the difference with our full guide. Doctorates, PhDs, and Professional Doctorates: what do these terms mean, and what can you achieve after completing your degree? Understanding advanced academic degrees can be confusing, especially since terms like PhD and doctorate are often used interchangeably. Many students who want to study at the…>
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How to apply for jobs on your phone
A growing number of people use their phone to apply for jobs. It will need a different process than your laptop due to the capabilities and capacities of your phone. In the article below, we shall explore how to find vacancies and apply for them. Search for jobs Your phone can be particularly helpful while…>
Apply for jobs in Higher Education
Applying for jobs in Higher Education can be time-consuming and challenging. We have some top tips to help you land a new job. Higher education offers a wide palette of different roles. Whether you are looking to work in marketing, catering, administration, teaching, research or management, there is a brilliant range of opportunities. Many people…>
Applying for your first leadership role in FE
Leadership Roles in Further Education Course Tutor; Course Co-ordinator; Course Leader; Lead IV (Internal Verifier); Curriculum Leader; Curriculum Manager; Head of School; Head of Department; Head of Faculty; *just plain* Head of; Assistant Director; Assistant Principal; Director; Executive Director; Vice Principal; Deputy Principal; Campus Principal; Principal; Chief People Officer; Chief Financial Officer; Chief Operating Officer;…>
How to deal with burnout at work
Dealing with burnout at work Do you ever struggle with burnout? Do you tend to work long hours, starting early and staying late? National Workaholics Day (5th July) reminds us to take better care of ourselves. Work is, of course, important. It gives us a sense of structure, to make a positive difference to others,…>
Preparing for the End of Your PhD
Are you heading towards the end of your PhD? You may be feeling overwhelmed by the number of tasks ahead and unsure about how to proceed. I have written an article to offer direction and ease the pressure. Crossing the Finish Line The final stages of your PhD include writing and submitting your thesis, as…>
How to navigate career progression
As a member of staff within Professional Services in the Higher Education (HE) sector there will be wide-ranging opportunities for navigating career progression and development. Whilst this will offer exciting prospects, with such variety available, navigating those options and pursuing the right one(s) for you, may seem overwhelming. Read our guide below on how to…>
How to achieve a good work-life balance
Achieving a good work-life balance is essential to your success and wellbeing. In the article below, we shall explore 10 top tips on how to strike this balance and what you can do to achieve mental wellbeing. Why is work-life balance important? Although work plays a significant part in our lives, it should not consume…>
Why share your research?
In today’s competitive research landscape, many early-career researchers (ECRs) with aspirations for a long and healthy academic career might be wondering where to start with getting their research noticed. Whereas others might think it an impossible task to establish themselves as credible. When there is so much research out there already, and some of it…>