Top Tips sessions

Top Tips sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.

Careers Network run workshops on the following topics:

  • CVs
  • Covering letters
  • Online applications
  • LinkedIn
  • Interviews

Latest Top Tips events

  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
    12:00 Fri 28 Mar 2025
    Online
  • Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process. Careers Network also has a range of guides, drop-ins and online software.
    11:00 Mon 31 Mar 2025
    Online
  • Top Tips for Creating a Personal Statement
    Your personal statement is the key document when applying for further study, so make sure yours does you justice.
    13:00 Mon 31 Mar 2025
    Online
  • Teach First drop-in at Careers Corner
    Teach First are on campus in the Main Library Foyer to discuss Careers in the Education Sector and their fully funded and salaried route to teaching! The deadline for Teach First applications is the 10th of April 2025, so don't miss out, come along!
    14:00 Tue 01 Apr 2025
    Careers Corner at the Main Library G/F
  • Drop-ins with Careers Network
    Application and advice drop-ins with Careers Network
    13:00 Wed 02 Apr 2025
    Careers Corner at the Main Library
  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
    12:00 Fri 04 Apr 2025
    Online
  • Writing academic job applications: tips tutorial
    Get tips on writing effective academic job applications and avoiding common mistakes.
    11:00 Fri 09 May 2025
    Online
  • Academia in the UK - The Bigger Picture
    Gain greater understanding of the wider higher education landscape in the UK, and how to use this to gain an edge in applications and interviews.
    13:00 Wed 14 May 2025
    Online
  • Preparing for Academic Interviews: tips and techniques
    Get top tips on what to expect and how to prepare for academic job interviews.
    13:00 Tue 27 May 2025
    Online
  • Innovate for Impact Week
    Are you ready to make a difference? To create ideas that could change yours and others lives? If so, then Innovate for Impact Week is an opportunity not to be missed. Join forces with fellow students and academics to tackle real-world challenges,
    09:00 Tue 10 Jun 2025
  • The Discovery Freelancer Programme
    The Discovery Freelancer Programme
    11:00 Wed 18 Jun 2025
    Old Gym - LG12
  • Barclays - Virtual Employer Presentation
    Step into Barclays, a place where individuality is celebrated and innovation meets impact. We’re not just about numbers; we’re about you – your passions, ideas and curiosity.
    11:00 Wed 18 Jun 2025
    Online

Further CV, application and interview support

For CV, application and interview support, Careers Network has a range of guides, workshops, drop-ins and online tools including CV checking and practice interview software.

You can also ask one of our Careers Advisers to review your CV, cover letter or application by emailing Careers Network. 

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