• Work Experience

    Work Experience is an integral part your course requirements that will enhance your learner opportunities. 

    What is Work Experience??  These are experiences that allow you to build knowledge and skills around a certain career path or profession. It's a bit like testing the water before diving in.  Having work experience can provide you with insights into a career and can give you the edge when securing a job.  There are lots of ways to gain work experience, including internships, work placements, volunteering or participating in activities such as tours of industry, going to industry led workshops, careers events, C.V. workshops, all tailored to your specific area of study.

    Why should I gain Work Experience??  Well the answer is simple, with work experience on your CV, in a highly competitive job market, you will stand out from the crowd. Some organisations and businesses encourage, and even require work experience before they hire. 

    Please discuss any work placements you wish to undertake with your Lecturer in the first instance.

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      NAPO - Safe Start

      NAPO logoDO YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE ISSUES THAT A YOUNG PERSON MIGHT FACE WHEN STARTING A NEW JOB OR A NEW ROLE?  The video provided was designed to raise awareness of the issues faced by young people starting a new job or starting in a new work place.  Follow Napo as he navigates through these common issues.

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      E-PLACEMENT SCOTLAND

      E-PLACEMENT SCOTLAND LOGOE PLACEMENT SCOTLAND provides opportunities for students in digital technologies and computer sciences to get paid placements.

      Are you eligible?

      • Are you currently registered at a Scottish University or further education establishment?
      • Are you working towards a qualification in computer science, or related disciplines?
      • Are you looking for a Scottish based placement to further your knowledge and gain some experience?
      • Are you planning to complete your studies after your placement finished?
      If you answered YES to these questions then click the link provided for more information on opportunities and how to apply.

    • My World of Work gives great advice on work placements, click on the links below:

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      My World of Work online resources on work experience

      Explore the world of work first-hand. The right experience will help you build the skills you need for the future.

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      Employer advice : How work experience can help you get a job

      Employers perspective on work experience 

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      Finding a placement

      Article from a careers advisor

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      Making an internship work for you
      Make the most of your internship and leave with more than just tea-making skills.