Transferable Skills
Top Tips
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Before attempting a CV or completing an application form, start by doing a self-review and create a profile of your skills and achievements
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Identify the skills essential or desirable for the occupation of your choice and match these to yourself
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Promote the skills and competencies you have developed on your course, in addition to academic course content - e.g. written and verbal communication, team work, leadership, problem solving, giving presentations, IT, time management
Resources
www.prospects.ac.uk/
Graduate Prospects - national careers site for higher education students:
- Drop down 'Jobs & work' and click on 'Applications, CVs and interviews' - go to 'Job application advice' for 'Selling your skills'
www.windmillsprogramme.com/
Windmills Interactive careers site
