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What’s the difference between FE and HE Lecturers?
Are you thinking about becoming a lecturer in the Further Education (FE) or the Higher Education sectors (HE)? In...>
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The impact of Further Education (FE) phone policies
Phone bans in classrooms and schools are becoming increasingly popular. A recent study has found that banning phones in...>
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Free Further Education CV template
Looking to land a job in the further education sector? Crafting a standout CV is the first step towards...>
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How not to write a Further Education CV
Whether you are looking to make a career transition into the Further Education (FE) sector or you are applying...>
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How the PhD application process varies
Do you want to find out how the PhD application process varies depending on where in the world you...>
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How to tailor your CV to job roles efficiently
How to tailor your CV to your job roles efficiently There are numerous benefits to taking the time to...>
How to make your cover letter stand out
Read our guide to understand how you can make your cover letter stand out in a highly competitive job...>
Interview Tips
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...>
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...>
Career Development
What’s the difference between FE and HE Lecturers?
Are you thinking about becoming a lecturer in the Further Education (FE) or the Higher Education sectors (HE)? In...>
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...>
Resources
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Studentship Advice
How to stay calm for your PhD defence
Congratulations! You have made it! After an endless number of hours spent at the library, never-ending data collection and...>
PhD interview questions
If you are here because you were offered a PhD interview, congratulations! This interview is your opportunity to show...>
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...