As I mentioned last time you’ll probably have lots of additional university work to do whilst on placement but this year away isn’t all about working! After all, you do need to make sure you take breaks and give yourself some time to let your brain reset so you don’t just burn out. When it … Continue reading “Take a break – how to keep your focus for work”
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A fine juggling act – distance learning modules and time management
Holding down a full time job is a challenge in itself, especially if you’ve never done it before. But trying to study on top of that is an even bigger task! Depending on your course structure you’ll probably be given some Distance Learning Modules (DLMs) to complete whilst on placement. These will enable you to … Continue reading “A fine juggling act – distance learning modules and time management”
Applications, CVs and waiting for replies!! (Part 2)
In the last blog I talked about personal statements and university applications. This time I’ll focus more on job applications and CV writing, this is something you’ll almost definitely use at some point in the future. And trust me CVs are a tricky one to get right and not least because they have a bit … Continue reading “Applications, CVs and waiting for replies!! (Part 2)”
Applications, CVs and waiting for replies!! (Part 1)
By this stage you’ll probably have realised that you’re unlikely to make it far in the university/working world without an application form, personal statement, CV or something along those lines. Personally, I find CVs and personal statements really frustrating to write. Trying to sell yourself in such a short space as well as trying to … Continue reading “Applications, CVs and waiting for replies!! (Part 1)”
The all important choice!
When it comes to applying for universities it’s important to have a really good feeling about the places you’re applying for. I found the best way to do this is to visit universities on one of their open days. This was even more important for me than I initially realised as without going to an … Continue reading “The all important choice!”
Placements – What are they and why should I get one?
My name is Cameron and I am currently in the 3rd Year of an MSci Chemistry with Industrial Experience course. But what does that all really mean? For me it means that I have completed 2 years of a regular Master’s Degree and I’m now spending a year away from campus working as an analytical … Continue reading “Placements – What are they and why should I get one?”