- Course Code
- BT 3006
- Credit Points
- 5
- Course Coordinator
- Dr A Carrington
Pre-requisites
Only available to Programme Year 3 students taking one of the School of Medical Sciences' Degree Programmes.
Overview
The course extols the benefits of the industrial placement year and the importance of career planning. Workshops focus on CV construction, covering letter preparation, completing standard application forms and good interview technique. The course will prepare students for the workplace by developing general employment skills and by helping students identify their own transferable skills. The course is a pre-requisite for all students wishing to undertake an industrial placement year and is strongly recommended as part of career development for all other Medical Science students.
Structure
1 one-hour lecture or workshop per week.
Assessment
1st Attempt: Completing a standard application form (60%), writing a covering letter (40%).
Resit: Completing a standard application form (60%), writing a covering letter (40%).