AGCAS Community - North East England

Coaching complements University of Sunderland provision

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:57:07 GMT

The University of Sunderland's Careers and Employability Service identified a need to improve students' confidence and better prepare them for graduate selection processes. Feedback for the new coaching service is very positive and demand is expected to grow.

Case studies highlight award-winning work

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:52:28 GMT

A series of case studies has been produced to showcase the winning projects and initiatives recently commended as part of the AGCAS Awards for Excellence 2011.

The case studies have been compiled using the original submissions received from each AGCAS member service. They are intended to encourage and share good practice amongst HE careers professionals to help promote excellence in careers and employability work.

Northumbria's innovative animation

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:05:16 GMT

Northumbria University's dynamic animated clip, which outlines the service Careers and Employment at the institution provides, is an excellent example of collaboration across a university working in the interests of students. When a need was identified for a low-cost, succinct, high-quality advertisement for careers and employability services, the department employed a collaborative approach both within the service and externally.

Positive Futures for Northumbria graduates

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:11:13 GMT

Positive Futures – Developing Career Confidence in Challenging Times is a programme comprising a masterclass, workshops and coaching, developed by the Careers Service at Northumbria University to inspire recent graduates to approach their job seeking with confidence in their employability. It was developed in collaboration with the university's Enterprise Unit and Alumni Association.

Senior Careers Adviser

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:25:07 GMT

Career Consultant (part-time)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:02:38 GMT

Information Services Coordinator

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:11:56 GMT

Science, Engineering & IT Fair, Durham

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:35:13 GMT

This event is aimed at all science faculty students and researchers. We welcome recruiters with summer internships or placements to fill, as well as graduate positions.

Diagnosing Client Need, York

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:11:45 GMT

A one-day course for staff moving into initial client contact work or wanting to review current practice in their role.

Use of Social Media in Job Search, Leeds

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:27:23 GMT

A North East AGCAS regional training course to increase your understanding of Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn to improve the job search advice you give to your clients.

Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) - "An attitude and methodology that leaves a trail of techniques", Leeds

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:43:34 GMT

A North East regional session to enjoy discovering and applying NLP techniques that will enhance your work with students.

Careers in the NHS, Newcastle

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:52:06 GMT

This North East AGCAS regional training event will feature a range of speakers working in the NHS outside of medicine and dentistry, including healthcare science, management and the allied health professions.

Effective Meetings, York

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:12:23 GMT

How to make meetings more productive for yourself, for your institution and for AGCAS.

Education Alternatives, York

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:30:55 GMT

A North East AGCAS regional training event exploring alternatives to teaching in the classroom.

Newcastle Graduate Recruitment Fair

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:27:40 GMT

The Newcastle Graduate Recruitment Fair is a premier event for graduates seeking immediate employment. Held at Newcastle United Football Club, the venue boasts an easily accessible city centre location with on-site parking and excellent facilities.

Working with International Students, Sheffield

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:45:00 GMT

This North East AGCAS regional training event will provide insights into current issues related to working with international students.

Alternative Careers within the Legal Sector, Bradford

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:53:42 GMT

This North East AGCAS regional training event aims to provide individuals with an awareness of some of the alternative legal professions.

Disseminating the Latest Careers Research - A Focus on Measuring the Impact of Careers Services, Hull

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:03:33 GMT

This North East AGCAS regional training event will be an opportunity to catch up on the latest research in the field of careers with particular emphasis on how the impact of careers services is measured, both internally and externally.

Careers Related to Human Rights, Durham

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:16:22 GMT

This North East AGCAS regional training course will provide an overview of a range of salaried career opportunities for graduates, which involve aspects of dealing with human rights related issues.

Employer Information Fair, Durham

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:42:02 GMT

A two-day fair with different exhibitors present each day. There will be a diverse range of employers, large and small, from across all sectors. The fair is a great opportunity for students to find out about a large number of potential career opportunities, and to meet the employers who are particularly keen to recruit Durham students and graduates.

Durham Law Fair

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:45:32 GMT

This event is aimed at all students keen to take up a career within the legal profession. We welcome law firms with summer internships or placements to fill, as well as graduate positions.