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Employability, Global Experiences & Placements · 2019-04-08 · Employability, Global Experiences...
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Employability, Global Experiences & Placements
Creating global talent
Courses driven by our vision of Fusion of education, research and professional practice Every student has the opportunity to undertake a work placement or some
practical experience Strong professional orientation and accreditation International experiences.
At home or abroad?
For however you want to impact the world
• What is a placement? • The placement year
What is a placement?
It can be many things - • Formal work placement • work experience • industrial experience • professional experience But these all contribute to your employability.
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The placement year
Placement undertaken in year 3, usually for a minimum of 30 weeks Option to take several short placements, or additional placements throughout your study You apply the knowledge and skills gained in your first two years Final year work will benefit from your experience Placements enhance your employment opportunities on graduation Responsive to industry needs Dedicated teams of professional staff to support you throughout
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For however you want to impact the world
• Your role & the support and opportunities available
• Gaining global experiences – both here in the UK and abroad
Before placement
Our role: Dedicated staff teams Placement team in Faculties Careers advisors Course leaders Events Societies
Your role: Challenge yourself Broaden your experience & enhance
your employability Take up support in timely fashion Check placement requirements for your
course Search & apply Consider finances etc. Inform placement office for approval
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It’s competitive out there
• Securing a placement and employment after university will be easier with a range of experience and a strong CV.
• You can develop your global talent with a number of opportunities as part of your course, and opportunity for work, study or extra-curricular activities here or abroad
Study a semester abroad at a university that has been specially selected by BU
Undertake a work placement abroad as part of your placement year, placement option or elective (FHSS)
Other international activities that are not part of your course but will help you to develop global skills within your chosen field. Do them early!
But why…
National research indicates that students who have a global experience as part of their degree do better - Perform better academically
- Gain higher degree outcomes
- Less likely to be unemployed
- More likely to go into graduate employment
- Proportionally more likely to have higher starting wages
- Also more likely to go on to study a postgraduate degree Comparisons in data sets vs those that do not have a global experience
Source: International Unit and HEFCE
A semester abroad
Choose from over 70 top partner universities across the globe from France to Florida, or Turkey to Thailand
Study abroad during your second year (also possible during final year)
Need to apply in your first year
All courses are taught in English
Keep student loan, no extra tuition fees – it is an exchange
Fully supported by staff at BU and at the host university.
Find out where you can study for your chosen course on our webpages: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/student/study-abroad
76% of students believe mobility gives them
the edge when applying for jobs (British Council, 2015)
Globalising your BU experience
Activities that are not compulsory but related to your field of studies and will enhance your global skills Language course/Immersion programme (living with a
host family)
Volunteering
Individual project
Research – add an international element to your dissertation
Summer Schools
Conference Participation
Study in China/study in India (UK government programmes to study in these countries during the summer break)
Course related field trip or Global Festival of Learning!
Case study: Leonah Mbonimpa – China and HK “My participation in the Global Festival of Learning was an opportunity to work in a different international cultural setting and expound on my global awareness. Interacting and listening to other students from the Chinese universities was am added advantage to my global mind and heart set. Experiencing the culture, different sights, food and hospitality in Chengdu, Beijing and Hong Kong was amazing. Working with the team and staff of BU was beneficial to my career Through programs like the Global Festival of Learning the University provides the chance for students to develop work related skills and experience in an international context where they wouldn’t be normally motivated without financial help.”
For however you want to impact the world
• Support during your placement
• Hear from our students at Microsoft or Warner Brothers
• Take a global placement
During placement
Support from a dedicated Placement
Development Adviser
Build your employability profile
Complete any coursework/log books
Keep in touch
On going registration entitlements
Serve as a contact for employers
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PLAY: Warner Brothers
PLAY: Microsoft
Take your placement even further
Take advantage of your placement year (or placement unit) to gain a valuable international experience in your field of study
Global Mobility team support with opportunities, on-placement experience
Case study: Laurie Burne - Bangalore
For however you want to impact the world
• What can you do after your placement?
• How is it useful • Applying your
knowledge
After placement
Academic studies Career planning Supporting others Events Personal Development Networking
For however you want to impact the world
How much does it cost?
Maintenance Loans are available whilst you are on a paid or unpaid placement are non-means tested.
£1,915 Living at home
£3,585 Placement in
London
£2,553 Placement
elsewhere in UK or abroad
£830 Placement year
tuition fee
• Will you find my placement for me? • What if I can’t find a placement? • Why do I still need to pay fees if I am not on campus? • Can I expect to be paid on placement? • Where will I live?
The tuition fee for 2019/20 entry is subject to confirmation in response to changes in government policy.
How much does it cost?
EU fund for studying abroad over 3 months and work placements over 2 months in partner EU countries Erasmus+ will give up to €400 per month dependent on the country you choose
May not cover all costs but goes someway to help with costs
We do not know what implications Brexit will have on it, but there will still be funding next year for sure
Find out more about Erasmus funding for study here: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/students/careers/study-abroad
Find out more about Erasmus funding for placements here: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/students/careers/work-overseas
Questions? We’ve got answers. For more information come and see us today at the Global Opportunities Stand in the main hall Email: [email protected](for global opportunities funding information) Email: [email protected] (for Careers & Employability questions)