HE Careers & Industry Week 2015 by Alison Phelan

CONTENTS Higher Education Careers and Industry Week 2015 Welcome to the Week

Careers, Volunteering and Progression Week

Key Guest Speakers

Graduate Careers Advice

Job Search and Application Workshops

Subject Menu of Events and Guest Speakers

School of Construction

School of Creative Arts and Digital Illustration

School of Engineering and Computing

School of Hospitality, Tourism and Sport

School of Maritime Studies

School of Professional Studies

School of Society, Health & Childhood

WELCOME TO THE WEEK Welcome to the 2015 Higher Education Careers & Industry Week at Blackpool and The Fylde College.

Careers, Volunteering and Progression Fair

We would like to thank employers, business owners, volunteering organisations, our partner universities and alumni for supporting this event.

The fair is planned for our University Centre on the Thursday during the week. A range of organisations promoting graduate careers and voluntary work opportunities will be attending the fair with promotional stands and representatives will be available to talk to students to provide information and advice.

The HE Careers and Industry Week aims to provide HE students with the opportunity to meet representatives from companies and organisations from a wide range of industry sectors to learn more about potential future careers options and current volunteering opportunities. Whatever your subject area and future ambitions, there should be something here for you during this week and we encourage all students to make the most of the opportunities to attend the guest lectures and activities promoting progression to post graduate study, careers and work experience.

Benefits The HE Careers and Industry Week can provide a multitude of benefits to students who are considering their career options and looking to enhance their employability. • Volunteering is vital if you have limited or no work experience within your chosen field. It can enhance your work skills and CV. • Opportunity to learn more about business, industry and graduate employment. • Networking – meet people from within your chosen profession. • Find out the latest up-to-date information and skills within industry. • Reflect on your own knowledge, skills and attributes and locate your future career goals.

A Student Recruitment Adviser from Lancaster University will be present at the fair to discuss progression to post-graduate study and provide advice on fees and funding. Thursday 22nd January 11am - 2pm, Gallery, Palatine Building, University Centre

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Key Guest Speakers Tuesday 20th January Andy Walker, Living Your Dream Consultancy Ltd – Motivational Speaker Andy will be providing a talk on career aspirations, self-belief and staying focussed through demanding times. His message is one of positivity, humour and determination and aims to demonstrate how a positive mental attitude can achieve great success in living life, education and business – not to be missed! 11.00am – 12.00pm, Exams Hall, G103, Garstang Building, Bispham Campus 2.00pm – 3.00pm, Gallery, Palatine Building, University Centre

Wednesday 21st January Lancaster University, Presentation on Post-Graduate Study A representative from the Recruitment Team at Lancaster University will be providing a presentation and Q&A session on post-graduate study options and post-graduate fees and funding. 2.00pm – 3.00pm, Room E007/E002b, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus

Thursday 22nd January Lancaster University, Presentation on Post-Graduate Study A representative from the Recruitment Team at Lancaster University will be providing a presentation and Q&A session on post-graduate study options and post graduate fees and funding. 10.00am – 11.00am, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Federation of Small Businesses – Guest Speakers Gary Lovatt – Director, FSB Recruitment Ltd Anisha Hansrod – FSB member and small business owner Subject Area - of interest to all students who are interested in working for themselves, starting their own business or are already a small business owner. The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK’s largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Anisha will be sharing her experience of setting up and running her own successful businesses and Gary will be discussing the role of the FSB and next generation of young entrepreneurs. 12.00pm – 1.00pm, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Salford University, Presentation on Post-Graduate Study Dr James Mulkeen from Salford University Business School will be providing a presentation and Q&A session on post-graduate study options. 3.00pm – 4.00pm, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

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iKnow Team

Graduate Careers Advice Unsure how to sell yourself to an employer? Confused about how to apply for that dream job? Uncertain about what to do next? The iKnow Team are here to help - our dedicated Student Advisers are available to provide impartial information, guidance and support to help you make informed choices about your future. Whether you know what you want to do or you need more information before reaching a decision, our advisers have a wealth of experience and resources to draw on to allow you to develop a tailored progression and/or career plan. During HE Careers and Industry Week (and beyond) we are here to support and guide you on every step of your career journey. Tap into our expert knowledge to enhance and develop your skills by accessing online resources such as Prospects, Target Jobs, Glassdoor, The Job Crowd and much more, including our very own Graduate Job Vacancy Zone. Don’t forget to take advantage of our CV checking service, to make sure that you are top of the recruiters’ pile.

Still not convinced? If you access our career services during the 19th – 23rd January you have the opportunity to win an iPad.

Partners for Success Job Search and Application Workshops

Partners for Success will be providing a selection of workshops over the week relating to graduate job-seeking. These will be available at Bispham Campus and the University Centre and will be of relevance to all HE students looking to improve their skills in applying for graduate vacancies. These will include:• Researching effectively for employment opportunities • Winning ways with your written applications (CVs, applications letters) • Managing your on-line profile • Time Management to meet recruitment schedules • The power of presentation skills in getting that job Details of times and rooms and how to book onto a session will be available through your group reps via Moodle before and during the week. For further information please contact helminfo@blackpool.ac.uk or phone 01253 50 4494.

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Subject - Events and Guest Speakers

The following events and guest speakers are relevant for HE students within each specified school.

School of Construction Wednesday 21st January Geoff Schofield, College Alumni – Student Workshop Subject Area – Quantity Surveying Geoff has a background in Electrical and Mechanical Construction and will be discussing Quantity Surveying within the industry. There will be an interactive session where students will have the opportunity to take part in a quantity surveying activity. 3.30pm – 4.30pm, Room E105, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus

Thursday 22nd January Barry Bassnett & Filippos Ntagadakis, Precision Geometrics Ltd – Guest Seminar Subject Area – 3D Laser Scanning Barry and Filippos are the leading authorities on 3D Scanners and will bring a wealth of knowledge from the industry regarding Building Information Management (BIM) 10.30am – 11.30am, Room E103, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus

Geoff Schofield, College Alumni – Student Workshop Subject Area – Quantity Surveying Geoff has a background in Electrical and Mechanical Construction and will be discussing Quantity Surveying within the industry. There will be an interactive session where students will have the opportunity to take part in a quantity surveying activity. 3.30pm – 4.30pm, Room E106, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus

Friday 23rd January Barry Bassnett & Filippos Ntagadakis, Precision Geometrics Ltd – Guest Seminar Subject Area – 3D Laser Scanning and BIM Barry and Filippos are the leading authorities on 3D Scanners and will bring a wealth of knowledge from the industry regarding Building Information Management (BIM) 12.30pm – 1.30am, Room E104, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus and 2.30pm – 3.30am, Room E105, Elswick Building, Bispham Campus

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School of Creative Arts & Digital Industries Monday 19th January John Slater, Think Tank (international design agency based in Blackpool) – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Graphic Design John has worked as a graphic designer all over the world including Europe and the Far East. He now runs ‘Think Tank’, a creative advertising agency who have produced work for clients such as Thomas Cook and Volvo. John will be showing some of the work he has produced and talking about ideasdriven design. 10.00am – 11.00am, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Alex Epstein, CEO of Concoction (Semi-Finalist - The Apprentice) – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Design Alex was a semi-finalist on the TV show The Apprentice. Since then he has gone on to set up his own business producing hair care products marketed through shopping outlets including Boots. Alex will be discussing how to develop and market a business idea and will give a unique client’s perspective on what is involved in commissioning packaging and promotional material from creative agencies. 2.00pm – 3.00pm, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Tuesday 20th January Andy Davies, Blackpool and The Fylde College – Presentation Subject Area – All Creative Arts subjects How to market through YouTube. As well as being a great source of entertainment, YouTube offers very unique opportunities for marketing, advertising and self-promotion. Andy will discuss what you need to use YouTube as a launch pad for your professional career. 10.00am – 11.00am, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Lee Mountjoy , Casting Director – Workshops Subject Area – Acting/Performing Arts Lee is an experienced casting director. He runs casting workshops at many of the top drama schools including ALRA and RADA and is very much in demand. • Audition Technique for Theatre Castings • Audition Technique for TV Castings • Audition Technique for Film Castings • Delivering Idents and Iterations for Commercial Castings • Cold Reading of Scripts • Acting Technique and Delivery • The session will end with a Q&A. 10.00am – 4.00pm, Main Theatre, University Centre

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Wednesday 21st January Lee Mountjoy, Casting Director – Workshops Subject Area – Acting/Performing Arts Lee is an experienced casting director. He runs casting workshops at many of the top drama schools including ALRA and RADA and is very much in demand. • Audition Technique for Theatre Castings • Audition Technique for TV Castings • Audition Technique for Film Castings • Delivering Idents and Iterations for Commercial Castings • Cold Reading of Scripts • Acting Technique and Delivery • The session will end with a Q&A. 10.00am – 4.00pm, Main Theatre, University Centre

Paul Sealey, Blackpool and The Fylde College – Guest Speaker Subject Area – All Creative Arts subjects How to be self-employed and stay out of trouble! Being self-employed has many advantages as well as many pitfalls. Paul talks about starting up in business, registering for tax, setting up as a sole trader, a partnership or as associates. Most importantly of all you will learn how to navigate the minefield of tax and VAT. 10.00am – 11.00am, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Phil Brown, Broadcast assistant – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Media Phil is a final year media degree student who also works as a Media Assistant in television. He will talk about his experience of full-time study at degree level in Media as well as his industry involvement. 1.45pm – 2.45pm, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Robert Weir, Dubbing Mixer – Guest Speaker Subject Area – TV/Music/Audio for TV Robert is a sound engineer working on TV and music on location and in the studio. He will discuss his experience in the industry, and give tips on how to succeed in this difficult and competitive sector. 3.00pm – 4.00pm, Lecture Theatre (UNPA006), Palatine Building, University Centre

Thursday 22nd January Michael Trainor, Creative People and Places, Leftcoast – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Art Michael is an accomplished artist who has taken large-scale art commissions for public spaces, including the famous mirror ball on Blackpool’s Golden Mile. He currently works with Arts Council funding to promote the art and design community on the Fylde coast. 11.15am – 12.15, Main Theatre, University Centre

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Thursday 22nd January .. continued Peter Sharp, Owner at March Design – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Graphic Design Pete is an alumni of Blackpool and The Fylde College who now runs March, an influential graphic design agency based in Garstang. Pete will talk about his experience, how to start in business and what makes a good job application in the creative sector. 1.45pm – 2.45pm, Main Theatre, University Centre

Andy Walmsley, Managing Director at Wash Design – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Graphic Design Wash is a leading Graphic Design agency based in Preston. Andy is an inspirational speaker who talks openly about the difficulties he had on the way to creating one of the North West’s leading agencies. 1.45pm – 2.45pm, Main Theatre, University Centre

Dr Gillyanne Kayes – Workshops Subject Area – Singing Gillyanne is a writer, researcher, teacher and singing voice expert. She graduated from York University with a BA in Music and subsequently worked as a professional chorister in London, and as a lieder and early music specialist around the UK. Working with actors at The E15 Acting School was a watershed in Gillyanne’s teaching career and fired her interest in vocal function. Gillyanne trains teachers and performers from all over the world, troubleshooting and mentoring singers in any genre and has numerous clients working in professional theatre, film and the recording industry. The Vocal Process Singing Workshop – Belt Workshop The Vocal Process Singing Workshop – Performance Workshop 10.00am – 4.00pm, Dance Studios, University Centre

School of Engineering and Computing Wednesday 21st January Robert Holbrook, Environmental Investigators – Student Activity Subject Area- Marine Biology Robert is a PhD student at Lancaster University, investigating effects of diet on insect immunity with a focus on the use of biopesticides. Robert will outline his research and also describe the knowledge, skills and attributes required in a researcher. 10.30-11.30 am, Room S024b, South Building, University Centre

Simon Bennett, Environment Agency – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Marine Biology Simon is the Catchment Co-ordinator for River Lune / River Wyre and has a role in Integrated Environment Planning. He will give an overview of the types of career at the Environment Agency, describe his role and outline the work that the EA and B&FC collaborate on. 11.30-12.30 pm, Room S024b, South Building, University Centre

Thursday 22nd January Steve Pye, Founder of Small Business TV – Guest Speaker Subject Area – NESSA, IMD, Software Engineering Steve is an Entrepreneur, Business Leader, Motivational Public Speaker and Business Journalist. With 40 years of experience within various industries, Steve will be talking about IT, Comms and Internet related businesses and what employers are wanting from today’s graduates. 12.00pm – 1.00pm, Room T221, Thornton Building, Bispham Campus

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School of Hospitality, Tourism and Sport Monday 19th January Steve Brown and Sophie Breakall, MEND – Interactive session and discussion Subject Area – Health/Nutrition Sophie and Steve are college sports alumni and will be sharing their experiences of coaching gymnastics and swimming. They will also be discussing the MEND project (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, DO IT!) will a particular focus on nutrition. 9.15am – 10.15 am, Room S118, South Building, University Centre

Gareth Shaw, Public Protection Officer, Blackpool Council – Guest Speaker Subject Areas – Hospitality and Events Management Gareth works as part of Environmental Health specialising in Health & Safety. He will be talking about his role that involves providing advice and guidance regarding premises and collating evidence for legal action. 3.00pm – 4.30pm, Room S112, South Building, University Centre

Tuesday 20th January Rob Larcombe, Change for Life – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Sport/Fitness Rob is an experienced physical education officer and sports coach who delivers a diverse range of activities to all ages. Passionate about sport and training, Rob will be sharing his knowledge, including innovative training techniques that are supported by contemporary research and experience. 9.15am – 10.15am, Room S009, South Building, University Centre

Scot Tudhope – Active Fitness – Practical Session Subject Area – Sports With over 15 years’ experience in martial arts, Scot has been training professionally throughout the country’s most prestigious independent schools and universities. He is also the chief instructor and founder of ‘Ronin Ryu Atemi Jutsu’, which is part of the Eurobudo Martial Arts Association. Scot will be providing a practical session on Judo tuition. 12.15pm – 1.15pm, Dance Studio, University Centre

Wednesday 21st January Nick Cunliff, Kicks Blackpool – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Community Sport Nick will be discussing the award winning Blackpool FC Premier League Kicks project. Delivered in disconnected areas of Blackpool which have a history of crime and anti-social behaviour, the Kicks Project gives young people from these areas access to quality sports coaching sessions, further education routes and volunteering opportunities. 9.15am – 10.15am, Room S118, South Building, University Centre

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Wednesday 21st January .. continued Peter Brown – Event Organiser, Fleetwood Festival of Transport - Guest Speaker Subject Area – Events Management Fleetwood Festival of Transport has grown over the past 10 years from a small, local affair to a large and varied event attracting over 80,000 people in one day. Peter will be sharing this story and will talk about his experience and involvement in developing the Festival into the success that it is today. 10.00am – 12.00pm, Room S112, South Building, University Centre

Thursday 22nd January Martin Robinson, West Coast Hire and Events - Guest Speaker

Subject Area – Events Management Martin will be providing a talk about event planning based on his experience of working within this industry and the career opportunities that exist within the sector. 1.00pm – 2.00pm, Room S112, South Building, University Centre

School of Maritime Studies Geoff Cowap, Honorary Company of Master Mariners - Speaker Thursday 22nd January 2015, 4.00 PM- 5.00PM, Room B5/B6, Fleetwood Nautical Campus

Steven Gosling, Quality Training Manager & Ian Mathison, Vice-President, The Nautical Institute Monday 26th January 2015, 1.00Pm – 2.30, Room A38, Fleetwood Nautical Campus. The speakers will bring wealth of knowledge and information from Maritime and Shipping industry.

School of Professional Studies Wednesday 21st January Margaret Aspinall, Hillsborough Family Support Group - Guest Speaker False representation in the media regarding Hillsborough and the long-term effects of families. Subject Area – Criminology & Criminal Justice Margaret is the chairperson of the Hillsborough Family Support Group. She will be discussing the media coverage on the disaster and how this had an impact on legal cases. Margaret will also be highlighting the extensive work involved in the search for justice. 10.00am – 11.00am, Room UNSB047, South Building, University Centre

Frank Sullivan, ACAS - Guest Speaker The Role of ACAS within Workplace Mediation Subject Area – Management/HR Frank is a senior conciliator within the North West region for ACAS. He will be discussing the role of ACAS in conflict resolution, mediation and arbitration. 2.00pm – 3.00pm, Room UNSB007, South Building, University Centre

School of Professional Studies ..continued Wednesday 21st January Kevin Winkley, Management Consultant - Guest Speaker Subject Area – Management Kevin has previously worked as a senior manager within the public sector and chief executive officer for a third sector organisation and sits a director/trustee on a number of boards. Kevin is now a management consultant and is able to share his experience of management and leadership within the workplace context. 3.30pm – 4.30pm, Room tbc, University Centre

Thursday 22nd January Dan Worsley - Guest Speaker and Interactive Session Writing Children’s Literature Subject Area – English Literature Dan is a self-employed writer and will be talking about the process of having his first book published. There will also be an interactive session where learners will have the opportunity to analyse a piece of text from his book. 10.00am – 12.00pm, Room UNSB124, South Building, University Centre

Karen Waite, Founder of Leap Like a Salmon - Guest Speaker Subject Area – Electronic Continuous Professional Development (ECPD) Karen has over 15 years’ experience of teaching and developing people and has run her own management consultancy business during this period. She works with leading universities in terms of facilitating blended ECPD. She will be discussing and promoting the ECPD tool. 11.00am – 12.00pm, Room tbc, University Centre

Rachel Sykes, Blackpool Council (Blackpool Museum Project) – Guest Speaker Subject Area – History & Heritage Rachel is one of our college alumni having studied the Foundation Degree and BA Honours Degree in History and Heritage Management. She also studied FE programmes at the College so is a real ambassador and success story of a student who has achieved a job in the history and heritage context as a result of her knowledge, attitude and qualification. Rachel is now working as a Community Engagement Assistant on the Blackpool Museum Project and will be talking about this exciting new venture. 12.00m – 1.00pm, Room UNSB151, South Building, University Centre.

Michelle Riley, Commercial Income Manager, Blackpool and The Fylde College – Guest Speaker Linguistics and the Professions – A Personal Perspective Subject Area – Linguistics and Communication in the Workplace Michelle will be talking about English and Communication in the modern workplace, she will be sharing her experience of the benefits of achieving an English degree within her current role as a corporate manager within the College. 7.00pm– 8.00pm, Room UNSB120, South Building, University Centre

School of Society, Health & Childhood Monday 19th January Julie White, Nature to Nurture – Guest Speaker Subject Area – Early Years/Entrepreneurship Julie, an Early Years practitioner, will be providing a talk on the inspiration for starting her own Forest School and how she successfully developed the business. There will be time for a Q&A following the presentation with an opportunity to find out more about the school and running a small business. 12.00pm – 12.45pm, Room S050, South Building, University Centre

Tuesday 20th and Thursday 22nd January The Challenge, National Citizen Service - Guest Speakers and Recruitment Drive Subject Area – Working with Young People and Health & Social Care Representatives from The Challenge, facilitating the National Citizen Service will be providing a talk regarding the role of the NCS and the philosophies that lie behind it. They will also be conducting recruitment activity including, advice on how to complete applications and providing first-stage talks with student applicants. Roles include seasonal youth worker posts that run over school holidays and permanent roles.

Tuesday 21st January 12.00pm – 12.45pm, Room S013, South Building, University Centre

Thursday 22nd January 1.30pm – 2.30pm, Room S012, South Building, University Centre

Wednesday 21st January N-Compass North West - Guest Speakers and Recruitment Drive Subject Area – Health & Social Care / Out-Reach Work with Adults in the Community Representatives from N-Compass will be providing a talk regarding their organisation. They will also be conducting recruitment activity including, advice on how to complete applications and providing opportunities for 1:1 discussions regarding the roles they offer. 12.00pm – 12.45pm, Room S111, South Building, University Centre 1.30pm – 2.15pm, Room S050a, South Building, University Centre