Not only are placement opportunities an invaluable tool in the learning process , they can also help students towards their future career . By gaining real-world experience , our students are more prepared for the working world and can often find their placements help them with job opportunities . Getting a ‘ foot on the ladder ’ while at university can help secure a job in the future , and the network of contacts you build can prove invaluable over time .
More information on the placement opportunities in each course can be found on the individual course pages . Many of the student case studies in this prospectus and on our website also mention placement experiences .
Internships
We offer a number of internships through Santander Universities which give students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain invaluable work experience — see pages 16-17 for more information .
Careers and employability
You may have clear ideas about what career you are heading for . On the other hand , you may be uncertain which direction to take or even what your options are .
The Careers and Employability team at QMU assists all students regardless of degree discipline , level of study or stage in career planning . Our team of professionally qualified advisers work closely with each subject area to ensure that support is tailored to your needs .
Our Employability Centre provides a comfortable space to conduct your career research and to chat with members of the careers team on a drop-in basis . You can attend seminars and workshops on topics such as CV writing and preparing for interviews . Our annual recruitment fair puts you directly in touch with employers , and our Employer Mentoring Programme helps you gain an invaluable insight into the graduate world of work .
You can access the Careers and Employability Team online through the University ’ s learning intranet platform , and their Facebook and Twitter accounts . In
addition , our QMU online vacancy service provides you with access to part-time jobs , seasonal work , voluntary work , internships and graduate opportunities .
As a QMU graduate you can continue to receive support from us throughout your career .
For more information about Careers and Employability , visit our website at www . qmu . ac . uk / campus-life / careers-andemployability
Strengthen your CV
We recognise that it is not just your qualification that employers will take into account when interviewing and selecting candidates . We have worked hard to ensure that our courses also enhance your employability by providing opportunities for you to reflect on your learning and skills , recognising your key strengths and developing areas you wish to enhance . Many of our courses also provide opportunities to engage actively with employers not only through formal practical placements , but also through guest lectures or other informal opportunities .
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