Hi, I’m Sarah and I studied Financial Mathematics BSc with a 1-year industrial placement and graduated in 2018 (can’t believe how quickly time has flown since then!). I will always think fondly of my time at Surrey – from how amazing the lecturers were, to many hazy memories of back-to-back nights out with now lifelong […]
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There is a range of technical and non-technical roles available in tech. The sector experienced growth in the last few years as technology helped us communicate, helped businesses promote their products and services, and provided solutions to various pandemic-related issues. As companies emphasise meeting challenges with technology, the skills required to work in tech are […]
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Soft skills are sometimes known as transferable skills or professional skills, and the term defines a group of attributes that are not easily learned but are an intrinsic part of your personality and attitude. They are the intangible but important ‘human skills’ and non-technical abilities that make a person well-rounded.
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A day in the life of a Digital Data and Technology Fast Streamer Meet Georgia – current Civil Service Fast Streamer. In her vlog below she will give you an insight into the Fast Stream and what to expect.
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During my second year of Business Management (Marketing), I was really debating whether a placement was something that I wanted to do or not. The thought of having a year in industry was exciting but the idea of some of my friends going on and graduating without me was daunting. Is the Placement Application Process […]
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To introduce myself – I’m Joao, an Economics student from the University of Surrey. I did my placement at Defra (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs). My advice is whether you’re looking for a year-long industrial placement or a summer placement, you’ll need to start applying early. There are lots of students looking for placements and […]
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