Life Skills
Thiking about university
Researching the right university for you
There are around 150 universities in the UK. Whether it’s cutting edge facilities or the best gig scene, each of them has its own unique claim to fame. So how do you choose?
BBC Bitesize asked their coaches what they were looking for when they picked 'the one.'
What finances are required for university?
This guide was written by the School and College Team here at Sheffield Hallam University.
It aims to inform and advise about the finances of going to university so you can consider your next steps, whatever that may be.
Preparing for the workplace
Creating and sharing a CV
There's a real art to writing a good CV. Here are some great tips on creating your first CV for use with college or job applications.
STEPS Careers Programme Workbook
An interactive PDF workbook created by the STEPS Careers Programme. This year's post 16 edition has been comprehensively updated and because it is interactive, you can work on it from home.
Support with interview techniques
These link provide support in making a good impression when you find yourself going for an interview as well as advice on interview questions and how to answer them
Improving Key Skills
Key skills are very important to further education establishments/employers. Below is a website link of describing ways that you can improve many key skills.
Future-Proof Jobs
Emerging Careers In Each School Subject. Rapidly developing technology and the threat of climate breakdown means that the world of work is changing rapidly. Although this change can be scary, it also presents many opportunities for the next generation of workers
Managing your Money
Life After Education: Finance
You're reaching that key point in your life where you decide what you want to do when your schooldays are over. Whatever choice you make, it will have financial consequences for you as responsibilities for financial management start to pass from your parents to you.
NatWest -Moneysense (financing and budgeting)
NatWest give some great ideas of how you can effectively manage your finances as a student. Start by exploring their videos, games and interactive activities.
