Wanted to work on a project that allows me to showcase my relentless curiosity and desires to solve problems for scenarios that directly affect an individuals life i.e. a students pre-entry experience, whilst developing professionally and gaining exposure to the varying perspectives of student and staff at all levels.
Department email
You sent a cover letter as to why you are a suitable candidate for the role.Then a video interview with two staff members.
I wanted to choose a department that dealt with students that I had no familiarity with. Wanted to know more about these students.
Research conducted with current foundation year students and previous foundation year students (ambassadors) to gather feedback on their pre-entry experience. Research into other activities/resources carried out in other departments/institutions. Research into other activities/resources carried out in other departments/institutions. A written report of findings and suggested improvements to our practice.
Holding interviews with staff and students to gain their perspectives on the current pre-entry activities. Summarising key themes, analysing data, and sending e-mails to staff members
Speaking to a wide range of different types of people, who all had a different way of thinking.
Data analysis and piecing all the different type of information together
Time management. Statistical analysis. Project management. Critical analysis.
It's influenced me to gain a career that is more people focused and directly affects the lives of individuals.
Get a graduate job in a management consulting firm.
Don't think there is a right or wrong way to carry out tasks. You are an individual and your different way of thinking is what will stand out.
Form completed: 02 Jul 2020