EMPLOYABILITY & SKILLS

Whilst studying for a postgraduate degree, whether taught or research, there are many opportunities for you to develop your skills and employability. 

Through my Skills Acquisition Project, I want to ensure you have the information needed to develop both transferable and vocational skills, to make sure you’re in the best position post-graduation.

I aim to do this by signposting relevant careers services, where you can find work, seek advice and access useful resources.

Alongside this I want to provide personal development opportunities through Postgrad events and Masterclasses, where you can network, have fun and learn vocational skills.

So, if you’re looking for work, need advice or want to up-skill, keep reading!


Careers

JSV

If you’re looking for volunteering opportunities or part-time work at the Guild or in the local area head to Jobs, Skills and Volunteering.

Careers Network

Careers Network can help you to develop your professional skills, gain work experience and prepare for full-time work post-university.

BEAR

Birmingham Environment for Academic Research
helps postgraduate researchers gain valuable research skills through a variety of workshops.

LinkedIn Learning

Interested in being creative, broadening your knowledge and gaining more transferable skills, check out LinkedIn Learning.


Personal Development

Want to develop your vocational skills and have fun? Check out the latest PG events and Masterclasses here, giving you the opportunity to network, learn new skills and have fun.

Joe’s Boost your burger offer - add a burger topping for free Joe’s Boost Your Burger Offer
22nd April noon - 31st May 8pm
Joe's Bar - Guild of Students
Boost your burger by applying one of our delicious burger toppings for free during April and May.
Joe’s Summer Sessions Cocktails Joe’s Summer Sessions Cocktails
22nd April noon - 21st June 8pm
Joe's Bar - Guild of Students
Introducing Joe’s Summer Session Cocktails!
Joe’s Mega May Food & Drink offers Joe’s Mega May offers
1st May noon - 31st May 6pm
Joe's Bar - Guild of Students
Join us at Joe’s Bar for Mega May!
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6th May 9am - 10th May midnight
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Academic Wellbeing Fairy
Moving out? FREE Ice-cream & moving box
21st May noon - 6pm
Vale & Pritchatts Park - See event information for details
FREE Ice-cream & moving box to help you move out of halls.