Session 3: Successful Applications (part 2)

Friday 10^th August. 1.30-4pm

By the end of the session you will have;

• Considered what the aim of a Curriculum Vitae (CV) is and when you would use it
• Discussed what makes an effective CV in terms of content, format and presentation
• Reflected on what do employers want to see in a CV and why
• Learned how you can demonstrate and communicate; your motivation, potential and suitability in a CV
• Compared different types of CV
• Created a checklist for developing an effective CV
• Considered what a covering letter is and how this is used with a CV
• Learned how to write an effective covering letter
• Discussed how you can demonstrate and communicate; your motivation, potential and suitability in a covering letter
• Reflected on learning outcomes of session

Associated Resources

During this session you will utilise and may need to refer to the following resources:

SESSION 3 - CVs and Covering Letters 

International CV Guide