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This newsletter contains information on events on and off campus, plus postgraduate study and funding information, latest vacancies, competitions, information on new careers related publications or websites, and general careers news.
Sign up for any of these events online at www.kent.ac.uk/careers/casevents.htm or email careertalks@kent.ac.uk
APPLYING FOR TEACHER TRAINING
Tuesday 2nd February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 1:00pm
The Director of Postgraduate Admissions at Canterbury Christ Church University will talk about applications for PGCE courses and what teacher training institutions look for when selecting students. There will be plenty of time for discussion and questions afterwards. If you're at all interested in teaching, don't miss this talk!
MAKING SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS
Wednesday 3rd February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 1:00pm
Only a minority of job applicants ever reach the interview stage - everything depends on a good application. This talk will outline what employers look for on candidates' application forms, and help you to make your applications more effective, whether on paper or online.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SEMINAR
Thursday 4th February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 12:00–2:00pm
Are you an international (non-EU) student? Did you know that you may be eligible to remain in the UK after you graduate in order to work under various schemes operated by the UK Government? Vicash Ramkissoon of Duncan Lewis & Co. Solicitors will outline the latest rules and procedures for working in the UK and how they might affect you. He will be happy to answer any questions that you have in relation to the options available to you to remain in the UK after completing your studies.
TOUR OF THE CAREERS ADVISORY SERVICE
Tuesday 9th February 2010, Careers Advisory Service Building 2:00pm
If you haven't yet visited the Careers Advisory Service building - or haven't got beyond the entrance area - here is a chance to get a comprehensive overview of what we offer and take a look behind the scenes.
CHARTERED INSURANCE INSTITUTE (CII): Careers in Risk and Financial Planning
Wednesday 10th February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 3:30-5:00pm
Want a challenging, varied and well-paid career that could take you around the world, and still give you time to have a life? You may not have considered insurance, but it's the UK's second biggest export, and touches areas as diverse as climate change, law, sport and, of course, keeping your wheels on the road. The UK insurance sector employs hundreds of thousands of people, and has continued to recruit through these difficult times. The insurance profession doesn't just offer one career - it offers many. So, if you want to know more about a career in areas as diverse as marketing, finance, IT, underwriting, broking or risk management, come along.
Alternatively, if you would rather provide advice to individuals or companies in their key financial decisions from school funds to corporate investment strategies and pensions, you can also find out about the outstanding career opportunities that exist in financial planning. Listen to the practitioners, ask your questions, discover the opportunities. http://www.insurancecareers.cii.co.uk, http://www.thepfs.org
MATCHTECH GROUP PLC EMPLOYER PRESENTATION
Thursday 11th February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 12:00pm
Matchtech are a specialist technical recruitment company that deal with permanent and temporary graduate roles within the Science, IT and Engineering sectors. Specialist areas include Software Engineering, IT, Construction Management, Architecture, HR, Sales & Business Support, Procurement & Logistics and Science.
We will be coming to speak to you about structuring your CV and the career opportunities we can assist you with. https://www.matchtech.com/graduates/
CHOOSING A CAREER
Thursday 18th February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 1:00pm
Uncertain what career you want to enter, or what is open to you?
This talk will suggest how you can begin to make choices and describe some of the help available to you - computer programs, publications and general advice.
INTERVIEW SKILLS
Thursday 25th February 2010, Keynes Lecture Theatre 5, 1:00pm
This short session will help you to prepare for interviews by giving you an insight into the sort of questions you may be asked and what interviewers are looking for in your responses.
The events listed below are organised by various employers, professional bodies and commercial organisations. Please check the websites for full details and for any application or registration that may be required
MANCHESTER BUSINESS SCHOOL VIRTUAL POSTGRAD OPEN DAY
Wednesday 3rd February 2010, Online
Manchester Business School - come and visit us...virtually!
On 3rd February 2010, The University of Manchester is holding its first ever Postgraduate Virtual Open Day. This is good news for those who couldn't make our main Postgraduate Open Day in November 2009 and is especially useful if you want to learn what Manchester has to offer without having to travel here.
The Virtual Open Day will take place fully online, and consists of videos and podcasts from talks at the last Postgraduate Open Day, virtual tours of both the campus and individual schools, and various "chat sessions" for any general enquiries, and with academics. This will allow real-time responses, and access to course information that you might not have been able to find elsewhere. All you need to do is register online.
Visit www.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/opendays where you can learn more about the event, fill in our easy-to-use online form, and specify which sessions you would like to take part in.
FLYING START MAKE IT HAPPEN DAY
Wednesday 3rd February 2010, Augustine House, Canterbury, CT2 9AG
Everything you need to know about being self employed or starting a business
Practical options available to you now to explore being your own boss
Provides you with the resources to make it happen
Inspiration from graduates who have set up a business or are self employed
Help to explore whether self employment or starting a business is suitable for you
Opportunity to take up a free place in a 12 month programme to help you into self employment or successfully set up and run a business
FREE for graduates. REGISTER NOW! www.flyingstartonline.com/makeithappen
KENT FOUNDATION – KENT ENTREPRENEURS’ INITIATIVE WORKSHOP
Wednesday 3rd February 2010, Pizza Express, Canterbury, 12:00pm
The Kent Entrepreneurs' Initiative, organised by the Kent Foundation, is aimed at helping young people in Kent who are starting up in business through the free and expert "in-kind" advice from business professionals.
Kent Entrepreneurs' Initiative (KEI) will take place over two events:
Kent Entrepreneurs' Workshop will inform participants of the event and include preparation and training for Kent Entrepreneurs' Challenge.
The workshop will also act as a very informal networking opportunity between participants of KEI and the business partners (the individuals providing free in-kind advice and support). A lunch is included free of charge. The participants of KEI will then present their entrepreneurial venture/idea before a panel of business partners at Kent Entrepreneurs' Challenge, who will then decide on the support to be offered to the applicants. There will be an overall winner of KEI however support and advice will be awarded to all participants deemed worthy by the panel. Both events are free to KEI participants.
To participate in KEI please e-mail a reply to the following questions:
Also please include any examples of your business such as a website/logo. This will strengthen your application. This information will be used by the business partners to assess you; as such it is recommended that you take some time over its completion.
Please send your completed application to sam.grinter@kent.gov.uk;
While KEI will publicly be held over two events it is intended to be run as an ongoing initiative. The hope being that many successful businesses can be supported and helped to grow through continual support from the business industry and from charitable organisations such as the Kent Foundation. Good luck with your application.
*The fields of in-kind advice on offer will include: marketing, human resources, business law etc.*
NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL PhD OPEN EVENING
Wednesday 10th February 2010, Nottingham University Business School, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham NG8 1BB
The Business School will be holding an Open Evening on Wednesday 10th February 2010. The Open Evening aims to provide prospective students with the opportunity to find out more about the School and the MRes and Doctoral programmes, meet the potential supervisors and students currently on the course, and to see the School's excellent facilities. To register, visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/phd/OpenDay-Enquiries.html
The School is offering nine full scholarships for October 2010 entry (full tuition fees plus £13,650 per year) Further details available at www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/phd/scholarships.html
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDY POSTGRADUATE OPEN DAY
Wednesday 10th February 2010, Bloomsbury, central London, 2:30pm-6:00pm
The School of Advanced Study at the University of London provides a unique scholarly community in which to pursue postgraduate study and research. The School is the UK's national centre for the facilitation and promotion of research in the humanities and social sciences and is located in Bloomsbury, central London. The School offers a range of specialist postgraduate study and research programmes in its areas of expertise, in the following broad subject areas: American, Caribbean and Latin American studies; cultural studies; English studies; history; history of art; human rights; law; modern languages; politics, international relations and development; Renaissance studies. Our Open Day provides a fantastic opportunity to find out more about the School, its postgraduate programmes, funding opportunities and more. Visitors to our Open Day will be able to choose from a selection of sessions and tours, including:
Registration begins at 2.30pm and the Open Day sessions and tours take place from 3.00pm, culminating in an evening reception at 6.00pm. Visitors can choose from the selection of optional presentations and tours to create their own Open Day schedule and for those unable to attend during the day, the evening reception provides an informal opportunity to meet with staff, students and alumni of the School. Please feel free to bring guests - guest places will need to be booked so that we can arrange catering. Reserve your place and find out more by dropping us an email at sasopenday@sas.ac.uk or by visiting www.sas.ac.uk/552.html
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY POSTGRADUATE FAIR
Wednesday 10th February 2010, Ground Floor, Buckley Building, Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Your chance to talk with staff and students, go on a campus tour and attend talks on funding and scholarships. Find out about our postgraduate courses, doctoral training programmes, research programmes and preparatory course. For further information please contact: pgt-admin@brookes.ac.uk or call 01865 483713. Register online at: www.brookes.ac.uk/postgraduate/fair or register on arrival on the day. For details of our postgraduate courses please visit www.brookes.ac.uk/studying/courses/postgraduate
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD POSTGRADUATE OPEN DAY
Wednesday 10th February 2010, Firth Hall, Firth Court, University of Sheffield, 10:00am – 3:30pm
Find out more about the issues that matter to you, such as funding, facilities and the value of postgraduate study.
To book your place visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/pgopenday
FLYINGSTART MAKE IT HAPPEN DAY
Thursday 11th February 2010, St Georges Centre, Medway Campus
FlyingStart Make it Happen is part of the National Council for Graduate Entrepreneurship, an organisation dedicated to supporting students and graduates in making the positive step of starting their own business or becoming self-employed.
We have 5,000 free places available on Make it Happen Days providing you with all you need to know about self employment and starting a business. And then helping you to Make it Happen!
The Make it Happen day is jam packed with useful stuff. There will be interactive workshops, guest speakers sharing their experiences and networking opportunities with other likeminded individuals. But that's not all! If you chose to move forward with us you'll have the opportunity to meet your mentor who will be on hand to offer support and guidance free of charge for the next 12 months.
Register now www.flyingstartonline.com/makeithappen
CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY – PGCE OPEN EVENT
Saturday 13th February 2010, Canterbury Campus (Old Sessions House)
10:00am – 1:00pm
Find out more about....
www.canterbury.ac.uk/education/pointed
The event starts at 10 am with a welcome talk about the different postgraduate routes into teaching available at the University. There will be drop-in desks where you can speak with subject tutors, and a campus and library tour (subject to availability and weather permitting).
Please note that the library (based at Augustine House) is a 10-15 minute walk from the main campus.
Participants are expected to book in advance, please see below a link to the event:
www.canterbury.ac.uk/courses/open-days/postgrad%20teaching.asp
CAREERS GROUP, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON - Exploring Graduate Entry into Medicine
Friday 19th February 2010, Beveridge Hall, South Block, Senate House, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HU
Medical careers are now open to a wider range of people than ever before. Accelerated medical courses are designed specifically to train graduates with a non-medical degree as doctors.
This course will help you to find out about the specific degrees, funding, writing an application and support statement, entrance exams and more.
The day will consist of presentations from speakers at key medical schools, a networking session with admission tutors and staff and a medical student panel, to which you can ask questions on what it’s really like to be on an accelerated course.
Confirmed attendees include the University of Cambridge, University of Nottingham, Oxford University Medical School and King’s College London. More to be announced!
£21 - current students from colleges within The Careers Group, University of London Consortium and members of GradClub.
£42 - for all other participants.
To confirm your place on the course, download an application form at www.careers.lon.ac.uk/med or email cs@careers.lon.ac.uk with queries.
ANDREA NEIDLE PRESENTS: GET INTO ADVERTISING
Sunday 21st February 2010, Birkbeck College, University of London, 9:45am – 5:00pm
This in-depth one day workshop will tell you what's needed to help you get a job in advertising. You will obtain first hand advice on job applications, graduate training, work experience, interview techniques and learn how to write a CV that will get you noticed.
The workshops are led by Andrea Neidle, the author of How to Get into Advertising.
Cost: £94 for students. £180 for those in work.
Includes lunch, refreshments, course materials, an information pack and a copy of the day's slides.
For more information and to book please see www.getintoadvertising.co.uk
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM BUSINESS SCHOOL MSc OPEN EVENING
Wednesday 24th February 2010, Nottingham University Business School, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham NG8 1BB
Nottingham University Business School is one of Europe's leading business schools with an excellent reputation for both teaching and management research.
Come to one of our MSc Open Events and experience the School's superb facilities
Register for an Event at www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/ma/opendayfairs.html
Scholarships available in:
* Finance * Marketing * International Business * Management * Operations Management * Risk Management * Entrepreneurship * Tourism * Corporate Strategy and Governance * Corporate Social Responsibility
For more information go to www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/ma/scholarships/html
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS RESEARCH DEGREE (PhD) IN GEOGRAPHY & GEOSCIENCES
Study for a PhD in Geography and Geosciences at Scotland's First University.
Fully Funded studentships are currently available in the School of Geography & Geosciences to commence Autumn 2010.
Studentships are supported by the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and various external partner organisations.
For further information and details of application procedures, please email: ggdpg@st-andrews.ac.uk or see: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/gg/news/vacancies/
Closing date for competitively funded PhDs is 19th February 2010
THE RIDGWAY SCHOLARSHIP 2010 / 2011
The Scholarship is for one academic year and is tenable at the University of Evansville, in Evansville, Indiana USA.
The Scholarship includes economy class return air fare to Evansville, all tuition, room and board expenses whilst at the university, and medical cover under the university's health plan. It does not cover personal travel, pocket money or incidental expenses, which includes school books.
This is an opportunity to further studies in your own field, or opt for courses of interest which you may not get the opportunity to pursue in England.
The Ridgway Scholarship is awarded to a student normally resident in the counties of Lincolnshire and Huntingdonshire (as defined before the boundary changes of 1974).
Candidates should have good grades and possess interests and abilities both within and beyond the academic sphere which will enable him/her to make a contribution to the life of the University. The Ridgway Scholar should be prepared to speak to various groups both on and off campus, such as the Harlaxton Society, and university and high school audiences, regarding life in Britain and his/her impressions of life in the United States.
Application forms can be obtained from the College Secretary at Harlaxton College, Harlaxton Manor, Grantham, Lincs NG32 1AG. Please telephone 01476 403015 Fax 01476 403030 or email amcneish@harlaxton.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: 22nd February 2010
ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH STUDENTSHIPS COMPETITION 2010
The competition for these prestigious research studentships is now open to all UK and other EU students who wish to apply for a full-time PhD in any of the following departments at Aberystwyth University :
Art / International Politics / Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences / Law and Criminology / Computer Science / Management and Business / Education and Lifelong Learning / Mathematics and Physics / English Literature and Creative Writing / Psychology / European Languages / Sport and Exercise Science / Geography and Earth Sciences / Theatre, Film and Television Studies / History and Welsh History / Welsh and Celtic Studies / Information Studies
Benefits of studentship:
General deadline - PhD applications must be received by 1st March 2010
The Institute of Geography & Earth Sciences - 23rd February 2010 for their science topics. For application forms and further details about Aberystwyth University please visit www.aber.ac.uk/info/aprs
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING – 3 PhD SCHOLARSHIPS
Swansea University’s prestigious School of Engineering is offering 3 PhD Scholarships for the following projects:
Mathematical Modelling of Lungs and Membrane Mass Exchangers
Wafer-based biosensors for single molecule detection of disease biomarkers
Development of low-cost, high-efficiency silicon solar cells
Scholarship value: The studentship is part funded by the European Social Fund. The scheme pays all university tuition fees (£3,390 in 2009) it includes an annual tax-free bursary beginning at £9,000 (payable monthly), and gives support for consumables, equipment and travel worth £4000 per student where appropriate.
Further information and how to apply: www.swan.ac.uk/scholarships/research/
Closing date: The deadline for receipt of applications is 26th February 2010.
NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL MSc AND PhD SCHOLARSHIPS
MSc Scholarships available in: * Finance * Marketing * International Business * Management * Operations Management * Risk Management * Entrepreneurship * Tourism * Corporate Strategy and Governance * Corporate Social Responsibility
For more information go to www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/ma/scholarships/html
PhD Scholarships - The School is offering nine full scholarships for October 2010 entry (full tuition fees plus £13,650 per year) Further details available at www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/phd/scholarships.html
The Business School Scholarship awards closing date is 23rd April 2010.
The ESRC Quota Awards closing date in 26th February 2010.
THE FRENCH EMBASSY ENTENTE CORDIAL SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDY IN FRANCE
The French Embassy in the UK offers British postgraduate students three types of Entente Cordiale scholarships:
For further information visit the Entente Cordiale Scholarship website: www.ambafrance-uk.org/entente-cordiale-scholarships.html or write to entente.cordiale@ambafrance.org.uk
Deadline for all scholarships is 15th March 2010
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON – EngD PROGRAMME
The Engineering Doctorate Centre in Virtual Environments, Imaging and Visualisation (EngD VEIV) was founded in 2001 at University College London in the Department of Computer Science and the Bartlett School of Architecture. The EngD VEIV funds and supports research engineers (REs) studying in areas related to the use of visualisation and imaging in engineering and design.
An EngD is a doctoral degree similar to a PhD, DPhil or DSci. However, unlike those degrees, and more like degree programmes in Europe and North America, the EngD is four years in duration and contains some taught elements. The EngD is thus a relatively new type of degree for the UK.
Every RE has a sponsoring company, and normally the RE will work significant proportions of their time at the company.
The EngD VEIV centre has secured funding for up to ten new students each year in the years 2009 through 2013. The sponsoring company contributes between £6K - 10K per annum to the costs of supporting the student, with the majority of the stipend and fees covered by the EngD Centre's own funds.
For more information please visit www.cs.ucl.ac.uk/teaching/engd/ or email A.Steed@cs.ucl.ac.uk No set deadline as can start any time of year
WORLD FOREST INSTITUTE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME
WFI International Fellowship Program - Term: 6-12 months - Applications accepted year-round.
Come experience the beauty of the famous forested landscape of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. Make connections with the region's forest sector and learn the trends impacting this industry and community.
The WFI Fellowship brings professionals in natural resources--such as foresters, environmental educators, land managers, NGO practitioners and researchers--to conduct a practical research project at the World Forestry Center, via a matched grant system. It is similar to a sabbatical for professionals who are currently employed, or an internship for those who have recently graduated.
In addition to their specific projects, Fellows participate in weekly field trips, interviews and site visits to Northwest forestry organizations, parks, universities, public and private timberlands, trade associations, mills, and corporations. The Fellowship is a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable forestry from the Pacific Northwest forestry sector, and to work with colleagues from around the world. Fellowships are open to any country, and there is a matching grant from the Harry A. Merlo Foundation. Over 75 Fellows from 24 countries have participated to date.
For details, please visit: wfi.worldforestry.org/index/international-fellowship.html
UK INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE BURSARY SCHEME
Our bursary scheme helps women change their career path by pursuing qualifications in science or engineering.
We award up to 4 new bursaries each year giving £600 for every year of study from a foundation course to completing your degree.
You can apply in any year of study.
The award is made for each year of your study (paid in January/February) on confirmation from the university that you are continuing on the course.
You can apply directly to UK-IPO for an application form. Contact sue.saunders@ipo.gov.uk
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY – THE LANCASTER ENVIRONMENT CENTRE MASTERS PROGRAMMES
Masters Programmes in ecological and conservation sciences
Visit www.lec.lancs.ac.uk/postgraduate or email lec.pg@lancs.ac.uk for details
UNIVERSITY OF KENT – MA in REASONING
This interdisciplinary masters programme offers modules from Philosophy, Psychology, Computing, Statistics and Law, including:
Further information: Dr David Corfield - d.corfield@kent.ac.uk
www.kent.ac.uk/reasoning
UNIVERSITY OF KENT - MSc COMPUTER SCIENCE.
A one-year intensive course that prepares graduates from any discipline for a career in computing. Our students come from a wide variety of backgrounds including natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, arts, humanities and social sciences.
No previous knowledge of computing is required.
This is a popular and highly regarded programme with an excellent employment rate.
For further details see our on-line prospectus: http://www.cs.kent.ac.uk/teaching/pg/
Scholarships are available for the best students of any nationality registering on the course. The value of the scholarship depends on nationality.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON - Four-Year funded Studentships in Biomedical Imaging
UCL's new Doctoral Training Programme in Biomedical Imaging has up to 15 studentships available.
Awards cover fees for UK/EU students, and offer a stipend to eligible students of up to £15,500
UCL contains one of the largest and most productive groupings of biomedical research in Europe, and achieved an outstanding research profile in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. UCL is ranked in the top ten universities worldwide (THES - QS)
For full details of projects, eligibility and application visit: www.ucl.ac.uk/cmic/studentships or email cmic-phd-applicants@cs.ucl.ac.uk
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING DOCTORATE CENTRE – Industrial Doctorate in Optics and Photonics Technologies Studentships
The EngD at Heriot-Watt is a joint venture between Glasgow, Heriot-Watt, Strathclyde and St Andrews Universities and we are able to offer up to 10 fully-funded studentships each year to suitably qualified students. Tax free stipend of £20,100 per annum and fees paid. The Engineering Doctorate (EngD) is a four-year doctorate award intended for the UK's leading graduates who wish to pursue a career in industrial research. It is an attractive alternative to the traditional PhD for those who wish to gain industrial experience whilst completing a research degree, and is well-aligned to the needs of industry.
For queries regarding the programme please contact: Professor Andy Harvey FInstP, Director of Industrial Doctorate Centre Tel: 0131 451 3356 E: A.R.Harvey@hw.ac.uk or The Centre Administrator, Mrs Alex Campbell Tel: 0131 451 8245 Email: engd@hw.ac.uk Or visit www.engd.hw.ac.uk
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH, COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AND VETERINARY MEDICINE PhD STUDENTSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2010
The University of Edinburgh is an exciting, vibrant, research-led academic community offering opportunities to work with leading international academics.
The College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine is now inviting application for PhD Studentships 2010 across the following Research centres:
Biomedical Sciences 1 + 3 year Prize Scholarships available.
Students undertake MSc by Research Biomedical Sciences in year 1 and progress to 3 year PhD
For more details on the studentships available please contact each Research Centre directly. For general application enquiries please contact the College Postgraduate Office: +44(0) 131 242 6358 or email mvmpg@ed.ac.uk
www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/postgraduate
SHELL STEP WORK PLACEMENT PROGRAMME 2010
Shell Step is a nationwide project-based work placement programme.
We place second and penultimate year undergraduates into small and medium sized enterprises and community organisations.
Shell Step gives you the opportunity to complete a challenging eight-week summer placement and secure paid work. This will give you the chance to:
In a response to feedback from Universities about the potentially confusing array of placement programmes we run, we are developing a new website which allows students to view and apply for specific placements, and brings new features, such as a section for student comments on their placements and advice for new applicants. This will go fully 'live' in January.
Register at www.shellstep.org.uk Call our team on 0844 248 8242
Email enquiries@shellstep.org.uk
We accept applications all year round and you can apply from 1st January. Obviously, the sooner you apply, the better your chances of being placed.
THE FULBRIGHT COMMISSION AWARDS FOR STUDY IN THE UNITED STATES 2011/12
Funding for Masters or PhD in the US.
The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers grants for the first academic year of postgraduate study in any discipline and at any accredited US institutions.
Whether you’re a US or UK citizen, the US-UK Fulbright Awards Programme offers opportunities for you to study, lecture, or pursue research in any academic field.
For UK citizens, the US-UK Fulbright Commission offers a variety of grants and places on special programmes to the US. Scholars are selected through a rigorous application and interview process and receive a high level of support ranging from visa processing and health insurance to a comprehensive pre-departure Orientation and re-entry session.
See website for further details at www.fulbright.co.uk
Applications open 1st February 2010 and close 31st May 2010
SHELL STEP GRADUATE PROGRAMME 2010
Following this year's successful pilot, we are now committed to operating a year-round Graduate STEP programme. In England this will continue to be co-branded with the Government's Graduate Talent Pool initiative and is being supported by the Federation of Small Business (FSB).
We have over 200 paid Graduate STEP placements immediately available: these can be viewed at www.studentplacements.org.uk
SHELL PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD
The opportunity to apply for a £500 no strings attached grant for non-final year students to challenge themselves and push their self-development.
We think that personal development is an essential part of life, whether you're a student, a graduate or a professional. We also believe that money shouldn't be a barrier to your success, so each year, we offer financial support to help undergraduates in their personal development.
There are a whole host of activities you could do with the support of Shell. There are no strings attached, you simply need to come back and tell us about your experiences. You might try, for example:
Further information, together with details of how to apply, can be found on our website www.shell.com/careers. Applications accepted all year round
ACCA Undergraduate of the Year Competition - WIN £1000 !!!
Accountants are important to business. The last year has demonstrated just how robust the sector is and the value that accountants can bring to businesses of all sizes. They play a leading role in promoting confidence in business models and practices, and developing successful, sustainable businesses. This is why ACCA is championing 'Accountants for Business' and by making it our global theme we aim to show the world just how valuable accountants are for business.
If you can demonstrate in no more than 1000 words what 'Accountants for Business' means to you then you could be in for a chance to win up to £1000
We're looking for entries that demonstrate:
All entries should be sent electronically to studentpromotions@accaglobal.com or, by post to Student Promotions, 29 Lincoln's Inn Fields London WC2A 3EE. The closing date for entries received by email is midnight 26th February 2010 and for post is 12 February 2010. Students should leave their full name, post and email address, contact telephone number; details of their undergraduate degree and University attended**. Winners will be announced on 31st March 2010 and the following prizes will be awarded:
1st Prize - £1000
2nd Prize - £500
3rd Prize - £250
**All entrants should note that by entering the competition, you agree to be bound to the terms and conditions that apply www.accaglobal.com/graduates/competition
THE CRANFIELD AEROSPACE EXPERIENCE 2010
Cranfield University and British Airways are offering UK/EU based students the opportunity to win the Cranfield Aerospace Experience…Two fascinating and exciting days of airbourne and simulator flight training at Cranfield’s campus/airport and at the British Airways Flight Training Centre in London’s Heathrow Airport.
Enter now online at www.aeroexperience.info
National Photography Competition Launched - Your Photography Could Win Pride of Place on a Hallmark Greeting Card
Hallmark Cards has launched a nationwide photography competition called the Picture of Motherhood and we would love it if students at the University of Kent took part.
The competition has two age categories – under 17’s and 18 plus – so there is plenty of chance for students to be in with a chance of winning the top prize; their photography on a Hallmark greeting card which will be available for the public to buy for Mother’s Day 2010 at www.hallmark.co.uk. That’s not all; the winning student will also receive £1,000 worth of photography equipment to help further their skills.
All we are asking is for people to get creative and take an image that they think best represents motherhood in the UK today and then enter it online at www.hallmark.co.uk. Anyone can take part, and pictures can be submitted from camera phones or digital cameras – just as long as they belong to you and you have permission of the person in the photograph to send them in.
The initiative is part of Hallmark Cards’ annual Cards for a Cure™ campaign for Mother’s Day 2010 which annually contributes £1/4 million to breast cancer research projects in the UK and Ireland.
The competition is open for entries until 27th February 2010. Entries will be judged by an expert panel including celebrity designer and artist Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen. The 12 shortlisted entries will be asked to attend a judging day on 8th March 2010 where there winner will be revealed.
GRADUATE RECRUITMENT BUREAU “RISING STARS”
GRB are delighted to announce the launch of “Rising Stars” - our pick of the UKs most talented graduating students for 2010. The GRB team has carefully searched, screened and selected 50 of Britain’s most exceptional final year students who will transform businesses across the UK in 2010.
The shortlist will be held on our website www.grb.uk.com and it will be password protected for employers to browse. Recruiters interested in seeing your CV will call GRB first. A consultant will then call you and explain the opportunity in more detail. With your consent we will then forward your CV, arrange interviews and ultimately secure a job offer.
To complete your entry into our Rising Star shortlist you must first be registered with GRB. Then all we require is a short personal statement covering what career you are looking for and what makes you stand out along with your CV. If you think you're a Rising Star then please use the form on the website.
KENT FOUNDATION – KENT ENTREPRENEURS’ INITIATIVE
The aim of KEI is to give you, a young entrepreneur of Kent the help you need to start up your own business. We are offering free in-kind advice from our business partners on subjects such as marketing, business law and human resources. We are also offering free secretarial, administration and bookkeeping services and a place on the Kent Foundation's residential Enterprise Experience programme, which in itself is worth £500.
To find out more or apply for KEI please e-mail sam.grinter@kent.gov.uk phone 01622 696598 or you could visit the Kent Foundation's website at http://www.kentfoundation.org/services-to-young-people/kent-entrepreneurs-initiative/
2i RESEARCH GRADUATE JOBS SURVEY
Graduates from the classes of 2006 to 2009 have the chance to win a skiing holiday worth £2,000 if they complete a short survey about their jobs.
Market research and consultancy firm 2i Research wants to learn about graduates’ real life experiences of their jobs to help future generations of students make career decisions and advise employers on understanding their staff’s needs.
All graduates who fully complete the online survey will be entered into a prize draw for a luxury break for two people in Val d'Isère with the UK’s number 1 ski specialist Crystal Ski.
“If you can spare us five minutes to score your job on five scales and answer three short questions, you have a chance to win a fantastic prize.” - James Frith
To fill in the survey and enter the competition, visit www.2iresearch.com/gradjobs and tell us about your job.
INSIDE & OUT – Opportunities in Investment Banking for LGBT students
Organised by the LGBT Interbank Forum, Inside & Out is specifically designed to help lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender undergraduates learn more about careers in the investment banking industry. On this site, you’ll learn more about the huge range of opportunities on offer in our rapidly-changing industry. You can also find out what the banks are doing to attract more LGBT applicants and hear from some LGBT professionals already working in the field.
The Inside & Out website has been updated for 2009/2010 and now includes information on application deadlines and forthcoming events for 10 of the top international investment banks. Please visit www.insideandout-banking.co.uk to find out more.
We hope this site gives you an insight into what it’s really like to work in the City – and answers any questions you might have about one of the most demanding and rewarding careers around.
National Council for Work Experience - Quality Mark
Did you know that employers providing work experience to your students can now receive a formal accreditation for their scheme?
The ‘Quality Mark’ developed by the National Council for Work Experience (NCWE) recognises and accredits employers who meet a national standard for work experience provision for students
Accredited companies have demonstrated their contribution to positive workforce development and their commitment to providing quality work experience which will develop and support students within higher education.
The award raises the standard of work experience and ensures that students gain valuable knowledge and understanding of the world of work. In addition to recognising companies who already offer high quality work experience, the award is used as a tool for employers to benchmark and improve their scheme.
A list of accredited companies can be found at www.prospects.ac.uk/workexperience
Universum Student Survey 2010
What do you expect from your future career after graduation? What employers would you like to work for? Your career services and top international employers would like to know what YOU want.
What's more, we’ll also donate to a charity on your behalf, or you can enter a sweepstake for a Universum Scholarship of €1,000. It is up to you!
Click on the following link to participate in My Future Career 2010:
http://survey.confirmit.com/wix5/p1040178939.aspx?reid=1
Graduate Barometer 2010: have your say and land a job in Berlin!
The Graduate Barometer 2010 is a large-scale, independent piece of research into students’ views on graduate careers and recruitment. Your views on graduate employers will also help decide the winners of the TARGETjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2010. Join in, have your say, and take part in a prize draw to win cash prizes - or a paid 6-month contract in the heart of Berlin at the careers research company Trendence! Experience this amazing city and boost your CV in an international environment.
Participation takes just 20 minutes. To take part, please go to:
https://www.trend-surveys.com/uc/uksb10/?a=582
All of your responses are completely anonymous and confidential. If you have any questions, please contact us via email: help@trendence.com
Terms and conditions of prize draw:
The winner of the first prize in the prize draw will receive a six-month contract for a full-time position at Trendence Institute, part of the GTI Group. The contract will be paid at 1,000 Euro per month (gross). A return flight to Berlin will also be included. The winner will receive assistance with finding accommodation and with necessary formalities. The contract is to start during 2010 for a period of 6 months. The precise start date is subject to consultation with the winner. The contract is non-renewable and non-extendable. For residency and work permit reasons, the prize of a job in Berlin is open only to EU citizens. The winner will be selected by luck of the draw. No recourse to legal action. The winner must be a recent graduate (2009) or current tertiary education student.
REMPLOY – Employability programme - Support for disabled students
Remploy are providing support for any graduate or finalist and have a disability, learning difference or health condition can help you to get your career started.
The Employability Programme will help clients to market their applications to employers.
This course is completely FREE and includes:
Applicants can contact their local Remploy branch/office today to book a place.
Clients can also contact on Tel: 0845 601 5878 Email: graduates@remploy.co.uk
These vacancies are just a few of the opportunities for 2009 graduates – keep an eye on our online vacancy database www.kent.ac.uk/careers/jobs/index.htm which will be updated almost daily throughout the year with new vacancies. You can register to search the database for specific vacancies and to be emailed when new vacancies of interest to you are added.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships can help to enhance your career prospects by providing you with an opportunity to manage a challenging project, central to an organisation's strategic development and long-term growth. Projects last between 12 to 36 months.
You need to be qualified to an upper 2nd class degree. Throughout the project you will receive training and development leading to a qualification in Management to National Standards. You will also have an opportunity to apply for a higher degree during the project. Around 62% of KTP Associates are employed by the host company when the project ends. For further details please visit www.ktponline.org.uk
Job Title |
Location |
Employer Name |
Closing Date |
South West England |
C3 RESOURCES LTD |
12 noon, 8th February 2010 |
|
South West England |
DANSER SW LTD |
12 noon, 22nd February 2010 |
|
South East England |
PRMA Consulting Ltd |
Continuous recruitment |
|
South East England |
BEAMS INTERNATIONAL LTD |
15/02/2010 |
|
London |
First Radio Sales |
05/02/2010 |
|
East of England |
GRADUATE RECRUITMENT BUREAU |
12/02/2010 |
|
South East England |
GURU |
ASAP |
|
South East England |
GURU |
ASAP |
|
South East England |
GURU |
ASAP |
|
London |
MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE LTD |
Not stated |
|
South East England |
OXFORD OUTCOMES LTD |
12/03/2010 |
|
South East England |
ST EDWARD'S SCHOOL OXFORD |
22/02/2010 |
|
Rest of world |
Epik-English Program In Korea/ Gepik-Geonggi English Program In Korea |
Continuous recruitment |
|
South East England |
GDS Instruments |
25/02/2010 |
|
All UK |
TWI Ltd |
05/02/2010 |
|
London |
Autoquake.com |
19/02/2010 |
|
All UK |
BDO STOY HAYWARD |
Continuous recruitment |
|
London |
COOPER PARRY |
Consider applications from good candidates all year round, but places are limited |
|
South East England |
Gilberts Chartered Accountants |
Not stated |
|
London |
HW FISHER |
Not stated |
|
All UK |
MELTWATER GROUP |
08/02/2010 |
|
Wales |
PROSPER RECRUITMENT |
Not stated |
|
South East England |
BARKERS ADVERTISING AGENCY |
23/02/2010 |
|
London |
DOUBLE NEGATIVE VFX |
12/02/2010 |
|
London |
DOUBLE NEGATIVE VFX |
12/02/2010 |
|
East of England |
IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES |
Not stated |
|
East of England |
IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES |
Not stated |
|
East of England |
IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES |
Not stated |
|
East of England |
IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES |
Not stated |
|
East of England |
IMAGINATION TECHNOLOGIES |
Not stated |
The following directories are now available to take away from the Careers Advisory Service while stocks last. More publications are expected so please check the fortnightly newsletter for updated publications lists.
600 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR 2009
GET 2010
PROSPECTS POSTGRAD FUNDING GUIDE
PROSPECTS POSTGRAD 2009/10
PROSPECTS DIRECTORY 2009/ 2010
PROSPECTS UNIVERSITY GUIDE
REAL WORLD 2010
The TIMES TOP 100 GRADUATE RECRUITERS
ACA TRAINING VACANCIES Issue September 2009 – December 2009
Becoming a Chartered Accountant – Training with a medium sized firm
Directory of Actuarial Employers 2009-2010 available at www.actuaries.org.uk
Efinancial – Careers in Financial Markets Europe 2009/10
Engineer Jobs – directory of recruiters in Engineering, Construction & IT 2009/10
INSIDE CAREERS (Specialist and Career Choice ranges. Limited supply but register www.insidecareers.co.uk for free copy)
GRADJOBS Autumn 2009
NEW SCIENTIST GRADUATE CAREERS SPECIAL
PROSPECTS LAW 2010
REAL WORLD CITY & FINANCE 2010
REAL WORLD ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY 2010
REAL WORLD LAW 2010
TARGET City & Finance 2010
TARGET Engineering 2010
TARGET First 2010
TARGET IT 2010
TARGETjobs DIVERSITY 2010
TARGETjobs RETAIL 2010
TARGETjobs TEACHING 2010
TARGETjobs WORK EXPERIENCE BUSINESS 2010
TARGETjobs PUBLIC SERVICE 2010
TARGETjobs Magazine November 2009
Links to the websites associated with these publications are at www.kent.ac.uk/careers/graddirectories.htm
The events listed above are organised by various employers, professional bodies and commercial organisations. Please check the websites for full details and for any application or registration that may be required. The Careers Service makes every effort to ensure that all information printed is accurate but can take no responsibility for advertisers' statements. These Vacancy Lists are distributed by the University of Kent Careers Advisory Service to individuals seeking employment. They must not be used by organisations that do not belong to AGCAS (Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services) in any programme for graduates. Strict copyright rules apply. Any advice or information contained in this newsletter is supplied in good faith and is accurate to the best of our knowledge and belief. However, the Careers Advisory Service (CAS) has no responsibility or liability with respect to any loss or damage that may arise from the advice or information or the use of it. This newsletter contains links to websites that are not under the control of the CAS or the University of Kent . The CAS has no control over and will accept no responsibility or liability for the material on other websites.
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