The Placements team will advertise any information events and workshops for College of Social Sciences students in their penultimate-year on this page.
Please note that the following events are only available to students who have opted for the module in 2026-27.
Placements and Pizza: using a self-employed opportunity towards the Professional Development Module: 13:00-14:00 Wednesday March 25 in Lecture Room 8, Arts Building.
Students don’t have to follow the usual summer placement routes like internships or volunteering. As part of the Professional Development Module (PDM), you can also use the time to shape, test, and grow your own business ideas. This option requires strong self‑discipline, so only choose it if you’re confident you can stay motivated, use the time productively, and complete the minimum 40 hours. If you’re interested in counting an independent placement toward the module, please complete our expression of interest form.
To help you explore whether this route is right for you, join us for our Placements and Pizza taster session on Wednesday 25 March 1–2pm in Lecture Room 8, Arts Building. It will be led by Vikesh Mistry (Student Entrepreneurship Officer) and you’ll learn about the support available, get practical recommendations for making the most of a self‑employed placement — and enjoy some free pizza while you’re there.
Top Tips for Successful CV's, Cover Letters and Application Forms: 11:00 - 12:00 Thursday April 16 ONLINE
This interactive online session will help you understand what employers are really looking for and how to present your skills, experience, and achievements with confidence. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing application, you’ll gain practical tips to help you stand out in a competitive job market.
By attending, you’ll receive expert guidance on CV structure, writing tailored cover letters, and navigating application forms effectively. If you want to improve your chances of success and feel more confident applying for opportunities, this session is a great place to start.
This session will not offer advice on individual application documents or look at tailoring applications for specific industries.
Careers Network Events
Careers Network also host a variety of events and workshops that can help you in your search for a placement and your wider career planning.
Some events allow you to drop-in and others will require you to pre-book your place, you can book your place through Careers Connect.