Working in the UK after studies

December 2, 2014 David Powell 2 Comments

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 17 December

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

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Enterprise Idea Competition – Win £500

December 2, 2014 David Powell Leave a comment

Sponsored by Wosskow Brown Solicitors

This competition is for Sheffield Hallam students who have an enterprising or innovative idea for a product or service.

The winner will be announced on Friday 12 December and will be considered for the opportunity to attend the new Wosskow Brown business start-up programme.

Details of how to enter here.

Welcome

This Week’s News

November 24, 2014 Victoria Leave a comment

Monday 24 November 2014

In this week’s edition…

Support – It’s Study Support Week – find out what support is available to help you with exam preparation, managing stress and more!

Are you looking for a house for the next academic year? Get some advice from the Don’t Panic Housing Fair.

Social – There are lots of social events and activities including the Christmas Festival in Hallam Hall, the University Carol Service and a local football match!

Are you a French or Chinese native? Would you like to participate in a study and receive a £20 high street voucher? Find out more here.

Employability – The Countdown to Go Global Week has begun! – Find out how to apply to work in the UK or abroad – there are lots of talks, workshops and fun activities to get involved in!

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 – Are you an international student studying at SHU on a visa? You must attend the registration event from 1 December onwards.

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

Support

Study Support Week

November 20, 2014 Victoria Leave a comment

Monday 24 November – Friday 28 November

Next week is Study Support Week. Prepare for your exams, boost your study skills and become a more effective learner.

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There will be a variety of activities to help you including:-

Get ready for your exams
Write effective assignments
Learn more about using Turnitin
Develop your learning skills
Manage your exam stress

Pick up a programme from your nearest Student Services Centre or see www.shu.ac.uk/studysupport for more information. There will also be information stands based in the Owen building, Stoddart building and Cantor building at City Campus and in the Robert Winston building at Collegiate Campus.