Getting into Pearson: An Open Day about The Pearson Diversity Summer Internship Programme February 10, 2010
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Pearson plc, owners of Penguin, The Financial Times and Pearson Education are inviting interested students and graduates to attend ‘Getting into Pearson’ an open evening about the Pearson Diversity Summer Internship, aimed at final year students and graduates from ethnic minority backgrounds.
This presentation will be an opportunity to learn more about the Pearson Diversity Summer Internship, how to apply and what the benefits are.
When: Thursday, 11th March
Time: 6 -8pm
Where: Pearson Head Office, 80 Strand, London, WC2R ORL
Who should attend? The event is particularly relevant to: Ethnic minority students and graduates in their second or final year of study in any discipline who have or expect to get a minimum 2:2 degree qualification.
To attend: candidates should send an email to gettingintopearson@pearson.com by March 1st 2010.
Internships are available in the following areas: Marketing, Finance, Sales, Publicity/PR, Internal and External Communications, Journalism, Research, Book Production, Editorial, Human Resources
*The Pearson Diversity Summer Internship is run under Section 37 and 38 of the 1976 Race Relations Act.
Pearson is an international media company with world leading businesses in business information, consumer and educational publishing. Our goal is to help our customers live and learn.
To find out more visit: http://summerinternships.pearson.com
To learn more about Pearson visit: www.pearson.com
Swansea University, School of Medicine Fully-funded PhD Studentship February 9, 2010
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Swansea University, School of Medicine Fully-funded PhD Studentship
Project Title: The role of mucosal innate immunity in the host-pathogen interactions of the endometrium We are seeking a bright, enthusiastic and motivated student to join our team for a three-year PhD programme exploring the mechanisms of infection and innate immunity in the female genital tract. You will join an active group of PhD students, supported by three postdoctoral researchers working on reproductive immunology. We work in state of the art laboratories in the new Institute for Life Science and the Centre for NanoHealth. The work will involve functional 3-D models to study host-pathogen interactions. The training during the PhD will encompass the areas of innate immunity, reproductive biology, nano-scaffolds, and cell signalling. The main laboratory techniques will include tissue culture, confocal microscopy, immuno-chemistry, and molecular biology.
About the Studentships: The studentship will cover University tuition fees plus a £13,290 p.a. stipend.
Eligibility: Candidates must normally hold a first or upper second class UK biological or medical related science degree and must be British residents. Application closing date: 9th April 2010. It is expected that the successful candidate will start in October 2010.
Supervisors: Prof Martin Sheldon, Dr Cathy Thornton
For further information: Visit our website: http://www.swan.ac.uk/scholarships/research/
Contact: Prof Martin Sheldon i.m.sheldon@swansea.ac.uk
Find out more about Swansea University: Postgraduate Open Day on 10th March: www.swan.ac.uk/postgraduate/opendays
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/SwanseaPostgrad
Swansea University, Centre for Nanohealth, 3 PhD Studentships February 9, 2010
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| Swansea University, Centre for Nanohealth
3 PhD Studentships Nanoparticle Cytometrics is a £1.4 million EPSRC-funded project involving researchers from the schools of engineering and medicine at Swansea University and materials science at Leeds University. The project aims to understand the mechanisms by which nanoparticles enter mammalian cells, develop metrologies (experimental and computational) capable of quantifying the particle dose per cell and of tracking the evolution of this dose in proliferating cell populations. The development of techniques and technologies such as this is vital to understanding the way in which nanoparticles interact with living cells and to quantifying nanoparticle toxicology. About the Studentships: Each studentship will cover University tuition fees plus a £13,300 p.a. stipend. Eligibility: • A 2.1 degree or above in a life sciences, physical sciences, engineering or computational discipline. • Applicants must be UK/EU citizens Application closing date: 19th March 2010 For further information: Professor Huw Summers h.d.summers@swansea.ac.uk Find out more about Swansea University: ▪ Postgraduate Open Day on 10th March: www.swan.ac.uk/postgraduate/opendays ▪ Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/SwanseaPostgrad |
USA Grad School Day February 9, 2010
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USA Grad School Day
A Grad School Day provides students with an insider’s view of how to successfully navigate the US university postgraduate admissions process. Fulbright advisors and experts in the field, including sponsor AJ Nemecek Educational Consultancy, will cover a variety of topics including application components, admissions exams, choosing the right institution and funding opportunities, including the Fulbright Awards for 2011-12. This annual event should not be missed by anyone considering postgraduate study in the US!
Please visit: http://fulbright.co.uk/advising-events/usa-grad-school-day for information about USA Grad School Day events in London and Cardiff. If you are unable to attend, please see our online calendar for upcoming outreach events, or email gradschoolday@fulbright.co.uk to receive information about a possible webinar in mid-April. Please note this event is aimed at those interested in postgraduate study from academic year 2011-12 and beyond.
Free TV Summer Course – 26th – 29th August 2010 February 8, 2010
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The Network is the charitable arm of the MediaGuardian Edinburgh International Television Festival. The Network is an excellent educational and development scheme open to those 18 years old and over which provides the opportunity of FREE training for a career in television.
Each year The Network offers successful applicants the opportunity to meet and work with the best TV talent from behind and in front of the camera, and gives them a comprehensive introduction to TV, through masterclasses, workshops and careers talks. The Network takes place between 26 and 29 August 2010. Highlights from last year include a masterclass with writer and television presenter, Charlie Brooker, breaking the news with the Sky News team, and a masterclass from Jay Hunt, Controller of BBC One.
We have invaluable support from the television industry and our contributors include BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and five with workshops being led by Endemol, Sky News, and MTV. All the people involved are passionate about passing on their skills and insights to young people.
The Network has helped to launch hundreds of TV careers and past delegates now work across the industry in a variety of roles. Past delegates include Newsround Presenter Ore Oduba and the Executive Producer of Dragons’ Den.
With the exception of travel to and from Edinburgh, everything else – from accommodation and food to the actual workshops – is entirely free.
Applications are now open and young people can apply via our website at www.mgeitf.co.uk/thenetwork.
Closing date for entries is 16th April 2010.
SEBE – Employment Skills Fair and Student Challenge February 5, 2010
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Sponsored by RICS, this event is centred on improving your employability skills through the support of the University of Wolverhampton and focusing on core skills and updating and developing competencies. Furthermore enter a team (maximum 5 members per team) in the student based challenge with the winning team members all receiving an iPod – details to follow.
Activities at this event include:
- Meet and greet Mr Richard Moxon (Chairman, RICS World Board)
- Free lunch for all students
- Industrial Placement Workshops
- CV Workshops
- Interview Panels
- Assessment Professional Competence (APC)
- Meet a host of prospective employers
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a valuable insight into the knowledge, skills, professional attitudes and academic abilities that will enable you to extend your knowledge and capabilities through continuing professional development and allow you to operate more effectively within your chosen career area.
To register your interest please email The Workplace at theworkplace@wlv.ac.uk stating RICS Fair in the subject
Bookings for places and team registration will be open from 11th January 2010 on this website. Closing date for all applications is Friday 12th February 2010.
Click here to see the programme for the day: http://www.wlv.ac.uk/careers/SEBE_RICS_FAIR_Programme.pdf
Original event poster: http://www.wlv.ac.uk/careers/SEBE_RICS_Challenge.pdf
Introducing Careers in Charities Event, London – Wednesday 3rd March 2010 February 3, 2010
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- Learn about the main career paths
- Develop a real understanding of the sector
- Listen and talk to experienced practitioner from a wide range of charities
Speakers this year include:
- Working for a charity (NCVO)
- Wellcome Trust
- Cancer Research UK
- Save the Children
- National Trust
- City Gateway
- Fairbridge
Speakers will address the activities of their organisation and their role in particular. This will be incorporated into practical advice in a session about preparing to apply to a charity.
For further information and a registration form please visit
Please email cs@careers.lon.ac.uk for more information
Careers & Employment Centre Survey – Win an iPod + Other prizes! February 2, 2010
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Exploring Graduate Entry to Medicine – 19 February 2010 February 1, 2010
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Ever thought about becoming a doctor?
Want to find out more about accelerated medical degrees, designed for those with a degree in another subject?
This course will help you to find out about:
- Specific degrees, by talking to admissions staff and course organisers
- The major differences between the courses offered
- Useful work experience and effective personal statements
- The various entrance exams schools use
- What funding is available to support you through a medical degree
Medical schools represented include:
University of Nottingham
University of Cambridge
Oxford University Medical School
Queen Mary
St George’s
King’s College London
For more information go to www.careers.lon.ac.uk/med
