Future You: achieve your career goals

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Future You: achieve your career goals

Each week we’ll be diving into a postgraduate course, learning about a job role, or answering 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, career advisers and students. Wherever you are on your career journey, we’ll help you take the next steps towards Future You.

  1. Why study criminology and criminal psychology? | with the University of Essex Online

    1 DAY AGO

    Why study criminology and criminal psychology? | with the University of Essex Online

    Join me as I chat to Dr. Jenny Epoyun-William about the MSc in Criminology and Criminal Psychology available at the University of Essex Online. Discover what makes this course unique, from its blend of theoretical criminology and forensic psychology to the use of real-life case assessments.    Learn at your own pace, anywhere in the world, with the University of Essex Online's cutting-edge Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Benefit from expert guidance and a supportive community designed to help students from all backgrounds succeed. Course: MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology | Part time | Online ⬇️ Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-e-237439131/   Learn more about the course: https://online.essex.ac.uk/courses/msc-criminology-and-criminal-psychology/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=criminology-criminal-psychology   Follow the University of Essex Online:  Facebook: UniEssexOnline  Instagram: @uniessexonline YouTube: UniEssexOnline LinkedIn: University of Essex Online  X: @UniEssexOnline TikTok: @uniessexonline   📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Future You on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    21 min
  2. What does a human resources (HR) officer do?

    13 NOV

    What does a human resources (HR) officer do?

    In this episode, we chat with Lauren Pickles, an HR systems and MI assistant at Jisc.  After completing two weeks work experience in human resources aged 16, Lauren went on to study sociology at the University of Bristol before landing a HR role. Listen for advice on how to further your knowledge of HR systems and how to enter the industry. ⬇️ Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-pickles-26b843205/   Head to Prospects.ac.uk: Learn more about working in human resources. Explore human resources jobs. Discover recruitment and hr roles. Learn more about Lauren's journey.   📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Future You on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    11 min
  3. Why study an LLM (Master of Laws)? | with SOAS

    6 NOV

    Why study an LLM (Master of Laws)? | with SOAS

    This week, Dr Michelle Staggs Kelsall joins the podcast to discuss the LLM (Master of Laws) programme at SOAS, University of London. We look at how the course prepares students for impactful careers, such as roles within the United Nations (UN). We also cover a range of topics, including the intersection of law and global issues, and the future of legal education and practice. Course: LLM (Master of Laws) | Full time & Part time | On site ⬇️ Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-staggs-kelsall-3428a545/   Learn more about the course: https://www.soas.ac.uk/study/find-course/llm   Follow SOAS:  Instagram - @soasuni X - @SOAS YouTube - @soasuni TikTok - @soasuni   📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Prospects on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    15 min
  4. How can recruitment fairs unlock your career potential? | with GradJobs

    30 OCT

    How can recruitment fairs unlock your career potential? | with GradJobs

    In this episode, career coach Mark Anderson talks about making the most of recruitment fairs for your career development. We look at the importance of networking, honing your interview skills, and standing out to recruiters. Whether you're exploring job opportunities or postgraduate courses, events such as GradJobs Live! and PostGrad Study Live! provide a great opportunity to connect with leading employers. ⬇️Connect with Mark on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/markandersoncoaching/ Or visit his website  https://www.kickstartcareers.co.uk/   REGISTER FOR GRADJOBS LIVE! & POSTGRADY STUDY LIVE!  Explore GradJobs: www.gradjobs.co.uk    Follow them on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@GradJobsLiveandPostGradStudyLive X: https://x.com/GradJobsUK_vmg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gradjobs_uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gradjobslive/   📝Take the job match quiz 📩 Follow Future You on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    14 min
  5. What does an insurance broker do?

    23 OCT

    What does an insurance broker do?

    In this episode, we discuss how to become an insurance broker, break down the competitive salaries on offer and learn about the importance of social skills and relationship building. Adam O'Leary shares his journey from intern to real estate broker and provides valuable tips for aspiring professionals on networking, securing internships, and using LinkedIn effectively. Guest: Adam O' Leary  ⬇️Connect with Adam on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-o-leary-121b338a/   Search insurance and pensions vacancies  Learn more about becoming an insurance broker  Explore graduate finance jobs    📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Prospects on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    15 min
  6. What is mental health psychology? | with the University of Liverpool Online

    16 OCT

    What is mental health psychology? | with the University of Liverpool Online

    In this episode, we explore the University of Liverpool Online’s MSc Mental Health Psychology programme. Designed for both those working in mental health and individuals without a psychology background, this flexible, fully online course covers essential mental health topics, assessments, and therapies.  Course: Mental Health Psychology MSc | Part time | Online ⬇️ Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahthurgood/  ⬇️ Contact Victoria Victoria.Vass@liverpool.ac.uk Learn more about the Mental Health Psychology course: https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-mental-health-psychology/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=mental-health-psychology    Follow the University of Liverpool:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivUniOnline/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/livunionline/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPMCJzTL3UMnQBDhcWk6Nng X: https://x.com/LivUniOnline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livunionline/   📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Future You on Instagram and TikTok 📜Transcript of this episode

    47 min
  7. I've graduated, now what? | Q&A

    9 OCT

    I've graduated, now what? | Q&A

    Dissertation done, graduation booked… now what? Careers adviser, Paul Mitchell from Futures joins me to tackle the big question(s); how do you decide what to do with your life? What's more important, money or happiness? What are good ways to get work experience? and more.  ⬇️Connect with Paul  Paul.Mitchell@futuresforyou.com Website: www.futuresadvice.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FuturesAdviceOrg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/futuresadviceorg Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/futuresadvice/   Explore job sectors. Take a look at job profiles. Check out how to choose a career. Learn what skills employers want. Discover psychometric tests.    📝Take the job match quiz 📩 Follow Future You on Instagram 📜Transcript of this episode

    26 min
  8. Decoding Netflix's user experience (UX) | with City St George's, University of London

    30 SEPT

    Decoding Netflix's user experience (UX) | with City St George's, University of London

    In this episode, we take a closer look at Netflix's user experience, highlighting its strengths and areas for improvement. We explain what user experience (UX) is, what makes a bad UX, and why creating a great experience is so important for keeping users in a competitive market. We also explore the challenge of maintaining high UX standards in a fast-paced, tech-driven world. Course: User Experience Engineering MSc | Full time / Part time  | On campus Course: Human-Computer Interaction Design MSc | Full time / Part time | On campus ⬇️Connect with Nick on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-hine-833bb49/ ⬇️Connect with Stephann on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephann/   Learn more about the HCID course here: https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/postgraduate/human-computer-interaction-design?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=pg Learn more about the UX engineering course here: https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/postgraduate/user-experience-engineering?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=pg   📝Take the job match quiz 📩 Follow Future You on Instagram 📜Transcript of this episode

    24 min
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Each week we’ll be diving into a postgraduate course, learning about a job role, or answering 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, career advisers and students. Wherever you are on your career journey, we’ll help you take the next steps towards Future You.

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