Covering letters
| Covering letter format |
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This format shows you the layout and gives you some guidance on the content of a covering letter for the UK.
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| Top 10 Tips for Writing Covering Letters |
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This helpful guide for structuring and composing an effective covering letter is taken from the career development section of the jobs.ac.uk website. |
| Write it Right |
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A practical guide to the basic skills of effective writing. As well as providing advice on writing job applications, there are also useful tips on sentence structure, grammar and punctuation.
This book is available to borrow from the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Please check the library catalogue for details. |
| CareerSet - instant AI-enhanced feedback |
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CareerSet is an enhanced AI-based online platform that enables you to score and improve your CV, covering letters and LinkedIn profile via personalised, actionable feedback. Current students can access CareerSet (using their @abdn.ac.uk email address). Graduates - please log into MyCareerHub to find the access code. |
| How to Write a Cover Letter for Academic Jobs (jobs.ac.uk) |
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An article with tips and examples to create the perfect cover letter for academic jobs. This includes a section on tailoring your letter, marketing yourself effectively & a really useful 'before and after' example with critique. |
| How to Write a Cover Letter for Management and Administration Jobs (jobs.ac.uk) |
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An article with tips and examples to create the perfect cover letter for management and administration jobs in universities and other sectors. This includes a section on tailoring your letter, marketing yourself effectively & a really useful 'before and after' example with critique. |
| Mini Career Course: Effective CVs and covering letters |
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This mini online career course is designed to prepare you for writing targeted CVs and covering letters, highlighting key resources to help you. |