Employability

Working in the UK after studies

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Would you like some visa advice?

If yes, then book a place on our Working in the UK after studies workshop.

We will look at all the possible visa routes for international graduates into full time work including:

• Tier 2 Scheme
• Tier 1 graduate entrepreneur
• Tier 5

The workshop will also focus on how to improve your employability and how you can make the most out of your time at Sheffield Hallam University. We will explain the visa rules and how to maximise your chances of success.

The next workshops will take place at 2.00pm – 3.30pm in the Careers and Employability Centre:

• Wednesday 26 November
• Wednesday 17 December

To attend, you must book your place in advance by following one of the links above.

Welcome

This Weeks’ News

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Monday 27 October 2014

In this week’s edition…

Social – there are lots of social activities coming up including the story behind Bonfire Night and After Dark as well as experiencing British Culture. Trips include the Beatles Museum at Liverpool, and a local basketball game.

Employability –Are you an international student looking for work? Come along to a workshop to get advice on part time jobs or graduate careers.

Are you a Chinese or Indian national on a student visitor visa? If yes, soon you can use this visa to travel to Ireland, find out more information.

If you are interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate, then ‘Working in the UK after studies’ sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Immigration –  Is your visa due to expire soon? We remind you about the importance of attending a group session with an international student adviser.

Best wishes,
International Student Support Team
Social activities

Social Activities and Trips

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Wednesday 5 November, 6.00pm
After Dark/Bonfire Night

Owen 1037, City Campus

Ever wondered what Bonfire night is about?  Helen who comes from Fawkes’ home town, will tell you about its history before we all take the tram to the After Dark event at Don Valley. Expect a huge bonfire, spectacular fireworks and live music.

Buy tickets for After Dark event at the  Hubs. Cost: £10

Friday 7 November, 6.00pm
Sheffield’s Sharks v. Newcastle Eagles

Meet outside the main University entrance

Sheffield’s Sharks are one of the most successful UK basketball teams. Join us for their game against the Newcastle Eagles.

Buy tickets  from the Student Services Centre on level 5. Cost: £5

Saturday 15 November, 8.00am – 7.00pm
Beatles Museum/Liverpool

Meet outside the main University entrance

Roll up for the Magical Mystery Tour, a trip to the cosmopolitan city of Liverpool including tickets to the Beatles Museum.

Buy tickets from from the Student Services Reception, level 5. Cost: £20

Monday 24 November, 5.00pm – 7.00pm,
Experience British Culture

Heartspace, City campus

Join us for an evening of British culture including music, games and drama.  You must buy your tickets by 1.00pm on Thursday 20 November from Chef Hallam (level 6), the cost includes a traditional British meal (bangers and mash+ a vegetarian option). Cost: £2

Sunday 23 November, 12.00pm – 2.00pm
‘Handball Taster Session

Pearson Building Sports Hall, Collegiate Campus

Come and try Handball in a relaxed and friendly environment in this session for people who are beginners or want to know more about the sport.

There will be coaches to explain the rules of handball and show you some of the techniques.

No need to book, just turn up with your SHUcard.

Limited tickets are still available for the following trips:-
Friday 31 October – 8.00am
Alton towers Theme Park

Buy your tickets at the Hubs, City Campus. Cost: £35.00

Saturday 1 November – 8.00am
Blackpool  Illuminations

Buy your tickets at the Hubs, City Campus. Cost: £15.00

Sheffield Wednesday FC Vs Rotherham
Saturday 8 November, 3.00pm, Hillsborough Stadium

Discount student tickets available from POD 4, the Students’ Union HUBS.

Saturday 6 December and Sunday 7 December – 8.00am
Lincoln Christmas Market Trip

Buy your tickets at the Hubs, City Campus. Cost: £15.00

Employability

Careers and Employment workshops for International Students

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The Careers and Employment Service are offering the following workshops which are specifically designed for International Students:

Prepare for the Fair - for international studentsNot sure how to speak to UK employers at recruitment fairs or make the most of other opportunities? Then come along to our lively interactive workshop, helping you to approach UK employers effectively. Monday 20 October 2014, 4.00pm - 6.00pm
Finding Graduate Jobs in the UK – for international studentsWant to work in the UK after graduation? Book on for guidelines around working in the UK as an international student and tips on the most effective strategies you can use to find graduate level jobs.Monday 3 November 2014, 10.30am - 11.30am
Finding Part time Work - for international studentsLooking for Part-Time jobs in the UK? Want to work while you study? Part-time jobs are a great way to improve your employability and language skills and this session will help you to find relevant part-time jobs and to market your skills to UK employers.Friday 21 November, 2.30pm - 3.30pm

If you would like to sign up for the ‘Prepare for the Fair’ workshop on Monday 20 October, you can do so here.

 

 

 

 

Welcome

This week’s news

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Monday 13 October 2014
Support
  • Student Wellbeing are offering workshops during October including assertiveness skills and mindfulness. Open to all students.
  • Would you like to improve your academic skills? There are a range of options including workshops on critical writing and literature reviews as well as interactive online activities including reading and note making.
  • Want some help with studying at university level or to update your skills in research and writing? Find out about Masterclass sessions – new session added.
  • It is the time of year when criminals try to take advantage of students. Be aware and watch out for email scams!
Social
Employability
  • If you are interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate, then ‘Working in the UK after studies’ sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.
Immigration
Best wishes,

International Student Support Team

Support

Unsolicited emails advertising trips and more!

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It is the time of year when criminals try to take advantage of students.

If you receive any unsolicited emails advertising goods, services, offers or trips please be wary.

Make sure that if you are shopping online that the payment is secure.

If you have any concerns or want any more details about any type of Fraud please get in touch with the Students’ Union Advice Centre – advicecentre@shu.ac.uk or phone 0114 225 4148.

For more information about the Advice Centre in the Students’ Union please visit their web page:-

Support

Masterclass Autumn 2014 – sessions 1 and 2

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Masterclass is designed to support students who may be unfamiliar with study at university level, or need to update their skills particularly in independent research and writing.

All students are welcome, but these sessions will be of particular interest to those returning to study or from outside the UK. All sessions will be held on Thursdays. All classes are free, and you only need to come to the specific sessions that interest you.
You must sign up in advance for each Masterclass. The signup sheet will be available in the TESOL Office, Science Park, Unit 3 the week prior to each class.

Masterclass is run by the University English Scheme (UES). For more information on these or other UES classes please come to the TESOL offices, Science Park, Unit 3, or e-mail ues@shu.ac.uk

There will be four sessions, sessions 1 and 2 are advertised below, more sessions will be advertised in future editions of IS News.

Session 1 – Getting more from your lectures: how to improve your note-taking and revision skills.

Thursday 16 October – 11:00am – 12:00pm

Aspect Court room 15303

Note-taking in lectures can be a challenge when you start studying at university; how do you keep up, know what to write and what to leave out, and what do you do with your notes after the lecture?

This session will offer some note-taking tips and tricks to improve your work in the lecture, and discuss how to revise your notes after class and prior to exams to get the most from your lectures.

Session 2 – Avoiding plagiarism: how to paraphrase and reference correctly.

Thursday 23 October, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Aspect Court 15402

Plagiarism is a very serious issue at university.

This session will show you how to avoid plagiarism by working on how to paraphrase the words of others more effectively, and how to correctly reference your sources using the SHU Harvard referencing system.

Social activities

Students’ Union Events

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All of the activities and events below are run by Hallam Union, for more information  and to see more events please visit https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/whatson/

Your Community Zone
Tuesday 14 October and Tuesday 9 December
The Students’ Union HUBS, City Campus.

British Universities and College Sport (BUCS) Season Starts
Every Wednesday from the Wednesday 15 October

The majority of the Team Sheffield Hallam sports clubs play in BUCS leagues and competitions.

Sheffield Wednesday FC Vs Watford
Saturday 18 October 3.00pm
Hillsborough Stadium

Discount student tickets available from POD 4, the Students’ Union HUBS.

Your Education Zone
Tuesday 21 October and Tuesday 16 December
The Students’ Union HUBS, City Campus.

Open to all Sheffield Hallam students, come along and have your say about your education.

Sheffield Wednesday FC Vs Norwich City
Saturday 25 October, 3.00pm
Hillsborough Stadium

Discount student tickets available from POD 4, the Students’ Union, HUBS.

Students’ Union Bye Elections
Monday 27 – Friday 31 October

We are a democratic organisation run by students for students. Vote online or at various paper ballot stations around campus to make sure your views are represented.

Innovation Award Round 1 Application Deadline – 31st October!

The Innovation Award is funding grants enabling students to set up a social enterprise – an enterprise/ business that makes a difference to people’s lives, the local community, or the environment.

Support

Skills4studycampus

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBvdgauYLKU&w=854&h=510 Skills4studycampus is now live on the Academic Skills Resources  page on Blackboard (you can find it under blackboard organisations, or by searching for Academic Skills Resources in shuspace.  All students are automatically enrolled. It includes a range of interactive online activities, video files, FAQs, diagnostic tests, and modules to work through.  It remembers your progress whenever you log in and can be used to make notes to remember later. Topics include:

  • getting ready for academic study
  • reading and note making
  • critical thinking
  • academic writing
  • referencing and understanding plagiarism
  • group work and presentations
  • exam skills
  • projects, dissertations and reports
  • employability and personal development
  • confidence with numbers
  • time management

For more information please go to the Academic Skills Resources  page on Blackboard