If you’re looking for a new job or if you want to start a postgraduate course visiting Careers Fairs could be a step in the right direction. There are several good reasons for this. Discovering current opportunities Careers Fairs give you direct access to those who can offer jobs and…>
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Implementing a Job Search Strategy
Job search strategy has changed over the years. Whether you are a recent graduate, an experienced professional or a career changer, it is worth noting these five strategies when searching for your next job. Reflection It is important to reflect on your present situation and the past. What does your…>
PhD Options: Doing a PhD in Germany – Google+ Hangout on Air Summary
We hosted a live Google+ Hangout on Air with four inspirational panellists with one simple objective: to help you consider opportunities open to you and specifically options for doing a PhD in Germany.
Top 10 Tips From HR Professionals
These ‘Top 10 Tips’ were sent in by recruitment professionals working in UK Higher Education. Their advice could mean the difference between your application being noticed…or thrown in the bin!
How To Beat ‘Imposter Syndrome’
How do you know that you have imposter syndrome? The imposter syndrome is a state of mind, a psychological phenomenon. It is when you have accomplished something huge but don’t permit yourself to recognise it. Remember you are not alone. The highest achievers often feel it too. Some even say…>
The Positive Side of Rejection
…and How It Can Help You Achieve Better Things In Your Career. Getting a rejection letter, whether it is your first, or 100th, never gets any easier. There is a common human tendency to take it personally. I know that when I get a rejection, it often eclipses a great…>
The Essential Guide To Confidence In a Job Interview
The job market can be competitive. However, there are plenty of things you can do to express your confidence and showcase just how worthy you are of being the chosen candidate and offered a job interview. Here are just a few tips to boost your confidence and give you a…>
Alternative Career Pathways After Your PhD
What can I do after my PhD? It is a difficult decision for any PhD student on whether to pursue a career in academia or consider alternative careers. In our dedicated live Q&A, we asked a panel of experts who have moved outside of academia, to share their top tips…>
Studying for a PhD in Finland
For would-be PhD students considering their choices, one powerful factor in favour of Finland is price. PhDs are tuition-free, and PhD students receive a stipend to cover their living costs.
Studying for a PhD in Norway
Norway is a nation of contrasts: bustling cities like Oslo, and vast tracts of unspoilt countryside; cosy cafes and a passion for active sport; high salaries and difficulties with recruitment. That difficulty extends to the higher education sector, which in recent years has led Norwegian universities to advertise further afield…>