Hello folks! My name is Fern and I'm an international student from Hong Kong. I'm currently in my second year of a law degree at the University of York. I'm so excited to share my career journey so …
My year in industry
This blog post will explain how the Department of Computer Science supports students in securing a year in industry placement, the help available while on placement, and how this experience has …
How my public history project shaped my future
Why study History? Choosing to pursue a degree I have a genuine passion for has continued to motivate me throughout my studies, even through the wobbles of self-belief during exam season! The …
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How I’m developing employability skills in my history Masters
Hello! I’m Sophie and I study MA Public History at the University of York. I also did my undergraduate History degree here. I want to share my experience of careers and employability. It’s a …
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Everything you need to know about doing a placement year as a biology student
I'm Orla, a final year biology student who has returned from a year long placement in the Science and Technology Facilities Council, UKRI. Read on to learn about why I recommend doing a placement, and …
A journey through imposter syndrome on placement
If you've read my previous blog (highly recommended - Feeling lost when thinking of your future? Consider a placement!), you might recall that I'm on my year in industry placement at the Institute of …
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