The British Council course is available on FutureLearn starting 8 June 2020

Free online course to improve employability of international UK graduates and alumni

The British Council is running a free Study UK: Preparing for Work online course, aimed at international final-year student, graduate and alumni.

Hosted on FutureLearn, this two-week online course will provide you with the advice you need to present your UK education, skills and knowledge to prospective employers and navigate the global employment market.

Based on expert advice from established alumni, careers counsellors and employers, the course will teach you how to evaluate your strengths, build your professional image, and articulate the value of your UK education. By completing the course, you will learn how to write effective cover letters and CVs, prepare for interviews, and devise a career plan, in addition to finding and applying for jobs that match your skills and experience.

You will also gain an understanding of important practical skills, such as building networks and working effectively across different cultural contexts. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to interact with like-minded participants who are looking for job opportunities and want to develop themselves professionally. Our team of friendly educators will also be on hand to help you progress through the course with their expert knowledge. The course is free and takes two weeks to complete. Upon successful completion, you will receive a digital certificate.

If you would like to learn more about the online course and meet the course educators, join a Facebook Live show at 13.00 GMT on Wednesday 10 June 2020 by registering here.

You can register for the course here.

Date: 26 May 2020