Future You: achieve your career goals
Each week we’ll explore a postgraduate course, learn about a job role, or answer your burning career questions. So whether you’re recently graduated, stuck in a career rut, or just curious about what else is out there, we’ll have invaluable insights from industry professionals, careers advisers and students. Wherever you are on your career journey, we’ll help you take the next steps towards Future You.
Episodes
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
What is digital education? | with the University of Essex Online
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
In this episode we discuss the MSc in Digital Education, available from the University of Essex Online, which uses technology to make learning more flexible. The program covers online teaching methods, digital tools, and AI in education. It's designed to help students build skills for careers in digital teaching and learning.
Course: MSc Digital Education | Part time | Online
⬇️Connect with Dr Kristina Vardanyan on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kristina-vardanyan-fellow-hea-45034389/
Find out more about the course here: https://online.essex.ac.uk/courses/msc-digital-education/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=digital-education
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Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
What does a paramedic do?
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Thinking about becoming a paramedic? Jack tells us how he got into the ambulance service, the highs and lows of the job and his advice if you want to follow in his footsteps.
Guest: Jack Callingham, paramedic.
⬇️Connect with Jack
Jack.Callingham@eastamb.nhs.uk
This episode contains discussions of death, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please proceed with caution if you find this topic sensitive or triggering. Your wellbeing is important, so feel free to skip this episode or take a break if needed.
Learn more about being a paramedic.
Explore postgraduate courses in paramedic studies.
Graduate jobs in healthcare.
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Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
What is biomedical engineering? | with the University of Sussex
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Learn about the MSc programme at the University of Sussex. We discuss the curriculum, employment prospects, and the importance of gender diversity in STEM.
Course: Biomedical Engineering MSc | Full Time (1 year) | Part time (2 years) | On campus
Guest: Dr Carlo Tiseo, lecturer in engineering at the University of Sussex
⬇️Connect with Dr Carlo on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-tiseo/
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Instagram: @enginfsussex
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Facebook: University of Sussex School of Engineering & Informatics
Explore biomedical engineering
What can I do with a biomedical sciences degree?
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
What is child psychology like to study? | with the University of Sussex
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Want to improve the wellbeing of children and young people and make a positive difference to their future? Then the Masters in Applied Child Psychology at the University of Sussex is for you. Senior lecturer Dave Smalley explains how the course will enhance your employability by providing practical skills and cutting edge research.
Course: Applied Child Psychology MSc | Full Time (1 year) | Part time (2 years) | On campus
Guest: Dr Dave Smalley
⬇️Connect with Dr Dave Smalley
https://profiles.sussex.ac.uk/p124022-dave-smalley
Follow the University of Sussex:
Twitter: @SussexUni
Instagram: @sussexuni
Facebook: @uniofsussex
Explore social care vacancies
Learn more about becoming a child psychotherapist
Check out psychology conversion courses
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Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
What is digital marketing? | with the University of Liverpool Online
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Ever wondered why you follow certain brands on social media over others? Or how you set up deals with influencers? Dr Natasha Clennell joins me to discuss the evolving role of digital marketers, and the online course that prepares students for leadership roles
Course: Digital Marketing MSc | Part time | Online
Guest: Dr Natasha Clennell, Lecturer in Marketing, MSc in Digital Marketing (Online)
⬇️Connect with Natasha on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-clennell-18537b7/
Explore jobs in marketing
What can I do with a media studies degree?
Learn more about digital marketing
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Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
What is the difference between a personal statement and a cover letter? | Q&A
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Can I use AI to write my application? Qualification or experience – which is most important? How much weight is given to my online presence? All this and more in our latest Q&A.
Guest: Sally Brown, careers adviser, UEA
⬇️Connect with Sally on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallybrown-careersconsultant-writer/
Explore writing a personal statement for your CV.
Learn how to write a CV.
Write a successful job application.
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This episode was recorded at SOUNDYARD
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
What is a social media strategist?
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Looking to pursue a job in social media? Our resident social media strategist explains the differences between content creators and strategists, why effective communication is the most important skill to develop and how you can kickstart your career.
Guest: Sophia Tang, social media strategist at Prospects
⬇️Connect with Sophia on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophilicity/
Explore jobs in marketing
What can I do with a media studies degree?
Learn more about digital marketing
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This episode was recorded at 15 Fetter Ln
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
What does a physiotherapist do?
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
Wednesday Aug 07, 2024
Considering a career in physiotherapy? Rebecca Mann talks about the squiggly route she took to get her degree, what it takes to start your own business and what the difference between a physio and an osteopath is.
Guest: Rebecca Mann, physiotherapist at Dynamic Recoveries.
⬇️Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-mann-a80076151/
Learn more about being a physiotherapist.
What can you do with a physiotherapy degree?
Search healthcare vacancies.
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This episode was recorded at The Marquis.