About me Job title: Employability & Enterprise Learning Development Consultant Degree: PhD Medieval History (University of Birmingham – I did my undergraduate and maters’ degrees here too!) Having done my undergraduate degree in Medieval & Modern History at Birmingham I spent some time away working in financial services. I returned to Birmingham to do a … Continue reading “Four questions with… Matt Edwards”
UoB Elevate start-up wins top prize
UoB Elevate EdTech AI start up Teachify has been named as Education & Training StartUp of the Year at the Midlands StartUp Awards 2024. Teachify embarked on its journey to simplify lesson preparation for teachers through AI software in early 2023. Founder Ikum Kandola had a lightbulb moment while teaching in a local secondary school, … Continue reading “UoB Elevate start-up wins top prize”
Four questions with… Nicola Gittins
About Me Job title: Deputy Director, Student Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Degree: MA in Marketing and Chartered Marketer. My professional journey has three chapters. I began as a professional marketer, working for 15 years on several global brands such as Land Rover and Barclays, then a scale-up in financial services business before moving into higher education, … Continue reading “Four questions with… Nicola Gittins”
Four questions with…Megan
We caught up with 2020 graduate Megan Nicholls to find out what she has been up to since graduating, her biggest mistake, the best piece of advice she’s been given and her top tips to other graduates. Briefly describe your role: I’m currently working remotely and online as a freelance English tutor. Teaching English as … Continue reading “Four questions with…Megan”
Four questions with…Steve
About Me Job title: Employability Adviser (Careers Network) Degree: BA Hons Moving Image Production, MA Film, PGCHPE (Post Graduate Certificate in Higher and Professional Education) Industry experience: After years of teaching A level Film, I returned to my studies and received an MA, before starting my own business. Following this, I gained a teaching qualification … Continue reading “Four questions with…Steve”
Four questions with… Lisa Donnelly
Recently we caught up with Lisa Donnelly, Mentoring and Internships Officer for Careers Network. Lisa shares her career journey, what she has learned along the way and why perseverance is the best advice she has been given. About Me Job title: Mentoring and Internships Officer (Careers Network) Degree: Qualification / Diploma in Careers Guidance Industry … Continue reading “Four questions with… Lisa Donnelly”
Building experience at LEGO
James Clarke (BA Sport & Physical Education, 2008) opened a bespoke internship at LEGO to Birmingham Dubai students and recent graduates. Omar Tawfeeq (BSc Business Management, 2022) secured the position to enhance his skills. Hear from both James and Omar about the benefits of an internship James, why did you decide to host this internship? … Continue reading “Building experience at LEGO”
Four questions with… Jenna Woodman
Recently we caught up with Jenna Woodman, Graduate and Student Services Coordinator for Careers Network at the University of Birmingham. Jenna shares her biggest mistake and what she learnt from it along with her support and guidance for graduates. Remember, as a recent graduate you have access to alumni mentoring, Careers Network support and can attend exclusive events. Briefly … Continue reading “Four questions with… Jenna Woodman”
Four questions with… Olivia
We caught up with 2021 graduate Olivia Saunders (BA History, 2021) to find out what she has been up to since graduating, her biggest mistake, the best piece of advice she’s been given and her top tips to other graduates. Briefly describe your role: I currently work as an Alumni Relations Officer at Aston University, … Continue reading “Four questions with… Olivia”
Four Questions with Jason Shiu
We caught up with 2016 graduate Jason Shiu (LLB Law, 2016) to find out what he has been up to since graduating, the importance of not having a singular goal and being able to adjust and the importance of being a ‘sponge’ after graduation. Briefly describe your role: I currently work as a Compliance Officer … Continue reading “Four Questions with Jason Shiu”