Infrequently Asked Questions: Where can I find courses to learn Arabic in Syria or Lebanon?

A: Try searching Language Schools or Worldwide Classroom. In Syria, there is IRAMES, which offers an intensive 5/6 month course and has links with international University departments. Or To Learn Arabic, which offers courses from beginner to advanced. Arabesk is another with strong international links. The IQRA Institute offers programmes in Damascus, but is also based in Lebanon, where it offers a 1 year course in Arabic. The Lebanese American University in Beirut offers an intensive 6 week summer course (for all levels) and 15 week fall course (for intermediate and advanced)

Top Tips: Travelling Abroad

Yes
Do your research. Arranging it yourself will be cheaper than going through a company, but there will be a lot of organising to do. If you do get someone else to organise everything for you, shop around. There’s a wide variety of prices. If you are volunteering in developing countries, you may want to think about some ethical considerations e.g. Does it work with local partner organisations and invest in its volunteer programmes

No
Don’t forget the red tape. Make sure you have the correct visas, particularly if you want to work outside the EU. Don’t take risks with your health. Make sure you get any jabs you need in plenty of time. If you are volunteering, don’t lose sight of the fact that it’s not a holiday. But don’t forget to have fun too!

See Also:
CDEC’s International Work & Volunteering Opportunities – includes lots of organisations and advice-giving sites

I want to be a ... Pro Surfer

Why?
You spend your time surfing and hanging around on beaches in the free gear you get from your sponsors. There is a great deal of travel involved, usually to places warmer than Britain

How?
Sam Lamiroy states that "Surfing's more about adaptive skills than pure physical endurance and fitness. It's almost like a martial art. The sea is a quickly changing environment, so you have to be artistic, creative, and able to interpret your surroundings. If you want to make a living from it, you have to be smart and know what your sponsors want. You're constantly dealing with people, so you need to be genial and professional." If you haven't been surfing from a young age you are unlikely to make it as a professional. A clear way to get into pro surfing is through competitions which are listed in places like Drift Magazine, higher level events include the ASP World Qualifying Series for pro surfers. If you don't make it as a professional there are Surfing Instruction jobs with group like Flying Fish

Where?
Talent and practice are important so check the surfing conditions for training. Lists of surf schools and job vacancies in the industry can be found at Surfer's Village
Check out CDEC’s Work and Study abroad information as well as our jobs database for relevant vacation work. We also have a new Volunteer and Work abroad section in our foyer with takaway information on relevant volunteering or work schemes and gap year projects

Web Review: Jobaroo

http://www.jobaroo.com/
Jobaroo has vacancy listings for professionals returning or emigrating to Australia as well as for backpackers visiting. You can join relevant recruitment agencies for education, health, engineering, construction and labour/outback jobs or apply directly. There is a useful information on work visas, job prospects about how much you can expect to earn in different sectors both for professional and temp work. The site also has a number of useful links to other jobs sites, guides for visitors to Australia, accommodation websites, and communities of ex-pats and backpackers

See also:
CDEC's information pages for working and studying abroad in Australasia. CDEC has a new Volunteer and Work abroad section in our foyer with takaway information on many volunteering or work schemes and gap year projects. We also have useful books for those looking to travel and work abroad. These are listed on our Shelfari page

Guardian Postgraduate Study and Training Fair

The Careers Group and The Guardian are running a Postgraduate Study and Training Fair and an MBA fair on Wednesday 21st January 2009. The fairs are free to attend but pre-registration is recommended. To register and for more information go here and here

Free Courses for Lone Parents

Women's wisdom and working links are providing Empower courses to lone parents in Brighton and Hove. These are open to both men and women. The courses involve four modules on self-analysis, how to make changes and recognise opportunities (including with career planning). The courses take place over 4 weeks starting 13th January 2009 at Patcham Community Centre, 8th January 2009 at Moulsecombe Community Leisure Centre and 7th January 2009 at South Portslade Community Centre. All run 10am - 2pm. Contact women's wisdom on 0800 7818597 or at enquiries@womenswisdom.co.uk to book a place. Refreshments are provided and reasonable travel and childcare costs will be subsidised

Big Issue Theatre Writing Competition

The Big Issue is launching a play writing competition in association with the National Student Drama Festival. The competition is aimed at students and people who have never written for theatre before and the scripts should concern human interest, social affairs and politics. The play should be around 10 minutes (around 10 sides of A4). A shortlist will be performed by professional actors at a Big Script Festival Night where the winner will be chosen. To enter send scripts to "The Big Script, The Big Issue, 1-5 Wandsworth Road, London, SW8 2LN" by 31st January 2009

Social Network for Economists

The Government Economic Service have set up a social network for economists and may be especially useful for economics students. The website can be found at http://economists.ning.com

City Law School Postgraduate Open Evening

The City Law School is holding a Postgraduate Studies Open Evening on Thursday 11th December 2008 6:00 - 8:30 pm. There you can find out about their Graduate Diploma in Law/CPE, GE LLB and LLM Programmes. Further information can be found here

Deloitte Scholar Scheme

Deloitte are starting a new programme for first year students considering a career in the professional services. It is an opportunity for students to get a foot in the door with Deloitte and pick up some useful skills along the way. SkillBuild is offered to first year students only and consists of six sessions over the next 18 months based on life and employability skills. For information on entry requirements and how to apply see their website. There is no deadline given but the scheme begins on 7th January 2009 so send in your application asap

Bank of England PHD Internships

The Bank of England is now accepting applications for PhD internships in 2009. The internships are for two to three months, focussing on projects analysing issues relating to monetary policy and/or financial stability. The deadline for applications is 23rd January 2009 and more information on how to apply can be found here

Engineering & Construction Career Event Expo

Discovery4 are running an Engineering & Construction Career Event at Epsom Downs Racecourse all day Friday 30th January 2009. The event is free to attend and includes seminars, a career development workshop, company presentations and information on postgraduate study. To register go to the Discovery4 website where you can also find information on exhibitors and top tips on preparing for the event

Royal Navy Engineering Experience

The Royal Navy are running a three-day residential event in March 2009 for engineering students. The event is free with accomodation provided, you'll learn about project management and be able to talk to Navy personnel. For further information and application details click here

Summer Placements in Germany

RISE (Research Internships in Science and Engineering) is a summer placement programme for undergraduates studying Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Sciences or Engineering. It offers unique opportunities for undergraduate students to work with research groups at universities and top research institutions across Germany for a period of 1.5 to 3 months during the summer. All participants receive stipends from the DAAD to help cover living expenses, while partner universities and research institutes provide housing assistance. More information, including on how to apply, can be found online. Applications open on 8th December 2008 and close on 31st January 2009

Gradfairz.com

Gradfairz.com online gradfair runs until 5th December 2008 and its Law fair until 12th December 2008. You can find both here along with information on exhibitors, graduate job vacancies and details of future fairs

Lindemann Fellowships

The English Speaking Union are offering fellowships to graduates of exceptional promise looking to study physical science at an American university in 2009. Details of eligibility and what is included in the awards can be found here, the closing date is 25th February 2009

Infrequently Asked Questions: Where can I find a list of public sector consultants?

A: Use the Management Consultancies Association’s Careers with Members search page. Under ‘Industry Sectors’ you will find central government, local government, NHS and other public bodies. You can also search by size of consultancy or whether they recruit recent graduates, offer internships or have current vacancies. You could also look at the Institute of Business Consulting’s member list. You cannot search by specialism, but many of them do work with public sector agencies, so it’s worth checking

Top Tips: Applying for Civil Service Fast Stream

Yes
Read all about it. The Civil Service is very open about what it is looking for and very clear about how you need to apply. Look at the core competencies and make sure your application shows how you can demonstrate them. Read the advice on taking online selection tests (pdf) . CDEC has links to some online practice tests

No
Don’t leave things to the last minute. Once you have registered you will have a set number of days to complete each stage of the application process, from self-assessment tests to practice tests to online tests to the e-application form. The deadline for the graduate fast stream is 30th November. Don’t worry if you don’t get through this year, try again next year. Or look for non-Fast Stream schemes in individual departments. You can apply to transfer to Fast Stream later if you like

See Also:
CDEC’s Psychometric Tests – at the bottom of the page you will find a range of online practice tests
Civil Service Fast Stream – official website. Everything you need to know about applying for Fast Stream
Other specialist Fast Stream schemes for Technology in Business, Statisticians and Economists

I want to be a ... Government Lawyer

Why?
The government legal service will appeal to those interested in the blend of politics and law; who want to be at the heart of the legislative process. It provides an alternative legal career for those who don’t want to work in the city and are public spirited and helpful with a broad outlook. Government lawyers tend to have a varied career path open to them using their transferable legal skills within different departments rather than specialising for life. The pay tends to be lower than for corporate law but this is balanced by regular working hours, the possibility of flexible working and other benefits associated with working for the government

How?
You apply to the Government Legal Service as you would any other legal firm; at the end of your second year of a Law degree or just before you start your conversion course.
GLS were present at LawFair on 11th November as were the CPS. Hope you were able to chat with them on the day!

Where?
Similar public sector law careers can be found in the Crown Prosecution Service and local government. Also check out CDEC’s general law links page here

Web Review: Local Government Careers

www.lgcareers.com/
Local Government Careers is an extensive website full of useful information for those interested in working for a district or city council. The career roles are split into six sections; building your community, caring for your community, educating your community, entertaining your community, protecting your community and supporting your community. Within these categories there are thorough job profiles of a diverse range of careers including Press Officer, Drug and Alcohol Youth Worker, Highways Maintenance Engineer, Elections Officer, Registrar, Housing Manager and Transport Planner. Also useful are links to vacancies in Local Government across the country and links to relevant professional bodies for careers in local government

See also: CDEC's career pages for Local Government

My Future Career

My Future Career is a survey on student attitudes to graduate careers and employers. By participating in My Future Career, you get the Wetfeet Career Guide and entry into various competitions. For every student who participates in this online questionnaire during December, Universum will pay for 1 vaccine for child support in Africa by making a contribution to the Red Cross. Only current students are eligible to participate, click here for the survey

BNP Paribas Ace Manager Business Game

BNP Paribas have launched a competition with their game Ace Manager. The game is based on BNP Paribas' three core job categories - Investment Banking, Asset Management and Retail Banking - set in the economic environment of tennis. There are prizes of up to €10,000. Registration starts in mid November 2008, to sign up and for more information about the competition go here

Institute of Physics Showcase Evenings

The Institute of Physics is launching a series of careers showcase evenings where major employers will be presenting on the career paths available within their organisation and staff will be on hand to talk to students on a one-to-one level, answering any questions they may have. The showcase evenings will run at the Institute from 6.30 - 8.30pm.
Confirmed exhibitors include:

Bank of England - 10 November
MBDA - 11 November
Sharp Laboratories of Europe - 27 November
AWE - 3 December

For more information visit IOP

Fast Stream Summer Placement Scheme

The Cabinet Office is now recruiting for their 2009 Summer Placement Scheme for students and graduates who are disabled and interested in a career in the Civil Service. You can apply from 3rd November 2008 and the closing date is 5th January 2009. For more information visit their website or you can attend their recruitment event at the Brit Oval Cricket Ground in London on Wednesday 26th November 2008 15:00 - 18:00. To reserve a place at the event email: faststream@scope.org.uk

Inside & Out Event

Inside & Out will be held on Monday 10th November 2008, 4-9pm, in Central London for 1st and 2nd Year Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender (LGBT) students who are interested in finding out more about a career in the investment banking sector. The event is free of charge to students (including reimbursed travel expenses). The investment banks involved are Barclays Capital, CITI, Credit Suisse, Goldman Sachs, J.P.Morgan, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Royal Bank of Scotland and UBS. To sign up please email Natasha.glaves@staffordlong.co.uk; deadline for applications is 3rd November 2008

UK Intellectual Property Office Bursary Scheme

The UK Intellectual Property Office offer a Bursary Scheme worth £600 per year intended to help women change their career path by pursuing qualifications in science or engineering. You are eligible to apply if you are a woman studying these subjects but previously had an arts based education. Applications must be made by 31st December 2008 for the bursary to be paid in January or February 2009. Application forms can be obtained from the UK-IPO, contact sue.sanders@ipo.gov.uk

Patent Attorney's Open Day

Carpmaels & Ransford are running an open day at 14:30 on 11th December 2008. The day will give students an insight into the daily life of a patent attorney and includes workshops and plenty of opportunities to speak to staff and ask questions. Further information can be found online

TARGETchances

TARGETchances are holding a Law event in London on 4th December 2008 where students get the chance to network with people in the industry and meet recruiters from five top law firms. The event is open to students in all years of study in any subject. Places are limited though so apply here as far in advance as possible

There is also a TARGETchances technology event in association with the Bank of America on 12th December 2008. This is open to penultimate year female students studying a degree in Computer Science, Maths, Engineering, Physics or Business/IT. Places are limited and competitive so apply here as soon as possible

College of Law Open Days

The College of Law have open days at their Guildford site on 12th and 22nd November 2008 and in London on 15th and 19th November 2008. Visit www.college-of-law.co.uk to book your place and find out more about activities on the day

Hired! Student Apprentice Team Challenge

Hired! is a fundraising challenge from the NSPCC giving students the opportunity to use their business savvy to compete for work experience at Amazon and other prizes. Hired takes place in the Spring term 2009 and students should register before 12th December 2008. For more information and a downloadable guide see their website

Prospects Virtual Careers and Postgraduate Study Fairs

Prospects are holding their annual virtual careers fair from 17th - 25th November 2008 and their postgraduate study fair on 26th November 2008 at www.prospects.ac.uk/prospectsfairs Check the website for details of sectors covered and recruiters who will be exhibiting. You can register online for these events from 3rd November

Engineering & Construction Recruitment Exhibition

The National Engineering & Construction Recruitment Exhibition is taking place at Earls Court 2, in London on 14th and 15th November 2008. For details of recruiters and how to apply for subsidised transport to the event go online

Careers in Asia Recruitment Summit

The Global Career Company are holding a Careers in Asia Recruitment Summit in London from 12th - 14th December 2008. The event involves representatives from over 20 global companies who are recruiting for over 10 Asian countries. You can find out more and apply online here no later than 7th November 2008

Study Abroad Studentships

The Leverhulme Trust are offering studentships to support a period of advanced study or research overseas. The maintenance awards are £17,000 and other costs may be covered as well. The closing date for applications is 8th January 2009. For more information on eligibility and how to apply see here

College of Law Open Day

The College of Law have an open day on Wednesday 12th November 2008 from 10am at their Guildford site. There will be presentations about GDL and LPC courses, Q & A sessions with legal professionals and tours of the college plus free sandwiches. You can find a full list of their open days at all their centres ane book your place at The College of Law's website

Graduate Employer Survey

TARGETJobs are running a survey to find out students' opinions of employers and potential employers, the answers also decide winners of the National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2009. The survey takes 20 minutes to complete and also gives you the chance to win one of a number of prizes. Fill it out here

Infrequently Asked Questions: Finding companies that promote/organise musical events in Brighton

Start with Creative Brighton. It contains a list of organisations involved in different types of music in the city. Brighton Music Network estimates there are 1000+ contemporary rock and pop bands with around 200 venues that programme live music. Melting Vinyl put on loads of great gigs and take on work experience people. Email them with contact details and a bit about yourself. If you want to get involved in events, the Brighton Festival Fringe takes on volunteers. Quite a few of these seem to have gone on to paid jobs in the industry, so it’s a great start. Harmony in the Community is also worth checking out. They have worked with Loop and Brighton Carnival and also have a volunteer programme base around event production

I want to work in.... Music PR

Why?
You feel at home in pubs, clubs and gigs and find it easy to chat to strangers. You are thrilled by the thought of backstage parties, record launches and awards ceremonies. You yearn for the satisfaction of seeing one of your bands on the cover of the NME and knowing it was down to you

How?
Qualifications are less important than aspects of personality in PR. You’ll need to be diplomatic and thick skinned, able to work late and still get up for work the next day. Starting out in the industry will generally involve the less glamorous aspects of the job like media research and office admin. If you want to get into music PR then it is important to research the area thoroughly - familiarise yourself with the music press and the music sections of the main newspapers, who the journalists are and what music tastes and focuses they have. If applying to a PR company check which acts they look after, listen to them and develop opinions on them, do they have a USP?

Where?
Work experience is key to getting into PR and we have a booklet on the subject in the media section of CDEC’s information centre in Falmer House. Also find a list of relevant books we carry on CDEC’s Shelfari page
Check out CDEC’s Careers pages for more information about working in PR and in the music industry

Web Review: Johnny Bunko

Johnny Bunko.com is the website tie-in to the career guide manga released earlier this year written by Daniel Pink and drawn by Rob Ten Pas. Similar to the book the website expounds the six lessons 1) There is no plan, 2) Think strengths not weaknesses, 3) It’s not about you 4) Persistence trumps talent, 5) Make excellent mistakes, and 6) Leave an imprint. These are sufficiently vague to allow a variety of interpretations and applications to careers and this is where the blog is especially interesting. Bunko Breakfasts are held by groups in different industries and organisations and the attendees discuss their views on the rules. Definitely a useful site to check out when thinking about career and personal development choices. Be sure to read the book too; we have several copies in CDEC

See also:
CDEC’s Shelfari for reviews of Johnny Bunko and related books available in CDEC

Top Tips: Early Deadlines

Yes
If you know what you want to do, start looking now. If you want to get into finance there are lots of pre-Christmas deadlines. The same with advertising. If you are interested in the public sector, there are November deadlines for Fast Stream Civil Service and NHS Management, amongst others. Check CDEC’s Jobs for Finalists and our list of other jobs sites. Some sites list jobs by deadline (Milkround, Inside Careers)

No
Don’t panic! You may be able to register for email updates or subscribe to RSS feeds for the latest jobs in your chosen sector/s (Targetjobs), so you won’t miss out. Don’t take a scattergun approach and start applying for everything. It’s better to spend some time working out what you want to do, and researching employers, then make a few quality applications

See Also:
CDEC’s list of early graduate deadlines (.doc)
IPA Graduate Factfile - graduate schemes in Advertising
Efinancialcareers on why you should apply early - for investment banking

Society of Young Pubishers Conference

The Society of Young Publishers is running a conference on Saturday 22nd November 2008 in central London. This event offers students the opportunity to get a feel for the publishing world and meet a variety of experienced industry professionals. Entry is £35 and more information can be found online

Natives Ski Season Jobs Fair

Natives.co.uk are running a Jobs Fair on 25th October 2008 where you will be able to look for work at ski resorts across Europe for this winter and beyond. The event takes place in the Novotel West London in Hammersmith W6. More information can be found here

Stonewall Recruitment Guide Launch

Stonewall will be launching the new edition of their lesbian and gay recruitment guide on Thursday 30th October 2008 at the University of London Union, Malet Street, WC1. The guide lists more than 325 gay-friendly employers plus general advice on jobseeking. There will be free wine, a copy of the guide and a goodie bag for attendees. Secure a place by emailing recruitmentguide@stonewall.org.uk no later than 17th October

Built Environment Virtual Gradfair

There is a virtual gradfair for careers in the built environment 10th - 12th November 2008. There will be interactive seminars, job and work experience vacancies and an opportunity to network with employers, graduates and other students. See www.virtualgradfair.com for more information

Anglo-Danish Society Scholarships 2009/10

The Anglo-Danish Society offer scholarships for British students undertaking post-graduate courses in an approved Danish university. The scholarships run for a period of up to six months from the beginning of the academic year and are worth at least £1,500. Application forms are available from A-DS Scholarships administration, Mrs Margit Staehr Tel 01332 517160, Email scholarships@anglo-danishsociety.org.uk before 1st February 2009. Closing date for return of completed applications is 1st March 2009

Future Vision 09

Future Vision 09 is an awards scheme to find ideas for better places to live, work and play. Participating students could win £1000, work placements and a chance to present their ideas to industry. Closing date is 30th April 2009, see www.futurevisionaward.com for more details

London Graduate Fair

The Careers Group are running their graduate fair on Tuesday 21st October 2008 at the Business Design Centre in London. There will be seminars, workshops and CV advice as well as over 80 employers recruiting. If you pre-register for the event you can win an iPhone. Pre-registration and further information can be found here

National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition

The National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition is being held at Olympia 2 in London on 10th and 11th October 2008. There is the opportunity to meet potential employers, see company presentations, get CV advice and psychometric testing. Admission is free and full time students can claim for subsidised transport. For a list of exhibiters and recruiters, details of other locations of the recruitment exhibitions and for further information see the gradjobs website

National Work Placement Exhibition

The National Work Placement Exhibition is being held at Olympia 2 in London on 9th October. Many recruiters are looking to place students on their internships and placement schemes. Admission is free and full time students can claim for subsidised transport. For a list of companies attending and for further information go here

Thouron Awards for Postgraduate Study: University of Pennsylvania

Up to ten Thouron Awards are available for British citizens wishing to study postgraduate courses at the University of Pennsylvania in 2009. The awards are for one or two years and cover tuition fees, a travel grant and a monthly stipend with a total annual value of over $70,000. Details of courses available can be found at the university's website. To be eligible you must be a British citizen who is currently resident in the UK and has followed a UK secondary education. The closing date for applications is 3rd November 2008 and further details of the awards can be found here

Banking on Potential Event

Employment Opportunities is a national charity working to create routes to employment for people with all forms of disability or medical conditions. They have organised the Banking on Potential for disabled students who are interested in a career in investment banking. The event takes place on 29th October and will give students the opportunity to meet representatives from top City Investment Banks. Entry is by invitation only, for details on how to apply go here

Lincoln's Inn Scolarships

Lincoln's Inn is offering a variety of scholarships, bursaries, awards and prizes to candidates of merit to assist them throughout their CPE, BVC or pupillage years. For 2009-2010 the total value of awards has been increased to £1,287,000. See the Lincoln's Inn website for a full list of scholarships, their closing dates and eligibilities

Colt Foundation Fellowhips

The Colt Foundation is particularly interested into the causes of disease of occupational or environmental origin. Grants are available to students whose subject is relevant to this field. The stipend rate for the first year is £12,000 (£13,000 inside London) and rises with interest. The closing date for applications is 20th October and further information can be found on the Colt Foundation website

Kennedy Scholarships: Harvard and MIT

There are eight to ten scholarships awarded for 2009-2010 postgraduate study at Harvard University and the Massachussetts Institute of Technology. These cover tuition, health fees, and travel to and from the USA as well as an allowance of $22,000. Applicants must be British citizens who have spent at least two of the last four years at a UK university and will graduate by 2009. Further information can be found here . Applications must be submitted through the head of the candidate's university and the deadline is 20th October 2008

Goverment Economic Service Open Day

The GES is organizing an open day on Friday 24th October in London. It is aimed specifically at students who are interested in careers as fast stream government economists and includes details about the application process as well as giving students the opportunity to talk to economists from a range of government departments. To find out whether you are eligible to attend and for registration details go here

Graduate Select: Jobs Fair

Graduate Select are holding a recruitment fair for finance, consultancy and IT jobs on Monday 13th October 12 - 6pm at the Business Design Centre in London. There will be free CV and application form checks and a career coaching session. Entrance is free but by invitation only, check out their website for further details

Women in Media Conference

Wired Sussex are running a one day conference for women in media on Friday 24th October 2008. This year's focus is on digital media, with brilliant speakers from games, TV, music and the web. Tickets are just £10 as an early bird offer for students booking before the end of September. More information and tickets can be found online

Concordia Open Afternoon

Concordia are holding an open afternoon on Wednesday 8th October 2008 at their Portslade office at 19 North Street. You can find out more about the opportunities they offer in international volunteering and chat to volunteers. It runs from 12 - 5pm and refreshments will be provided

KPMG Online Careers Fair

On 24 - 26 September 2008 KPMG will be running a global online jobs fair. It will give students the opportunity to:
* interact with KPMG people and recruiters from around the world
* search hundreds of KPMG jobs from over 40 countries
* watch videos and take part in live question & answer sessions
The fair starts at 9am on Wednesday 24 September and closes at 9am on Friday 26 September. To register go here

Getting in to publishing: Penguin Open Day

Penguin are holding an open day on Thursday 20th November 10am - 2pm at 80 Strand, London. It's a brilliant opportunity for students and graduates, particularly those from ethnic minority backgrounds, to find out all about Penguin and more about a career in Publishing. The day consists of morning and afternoon presentations from senior employees of the company and a networking lunch in the afternoon where candidates have the opportunity to meet senior managers of the company. If you wish to attend please send a CV to gettingintopublishing@penguin.co.uk by 31st October.

CDEC Library

A full list of books available in CDEC is now available to peruse at Shelfari. As we have recently updated much of our collection we are giving away loads of older editions of books. These include guides to working and volunteering abroad, directories of publishers and media companies, information on city law firms and many more subjects. The books are available to take away in the entrance to CDEC in Falmer House

Frank Knox Memorial Fellowships - Harvard University

There are five fellowships available to postgraduate students from the UK to study at Harvard. The competition is open to British citizens who have spent at least two of the last four years at a UK university and will graduate in 2009. Some people who have graduated not earlier than 2007 are also eligible. Further information about the fellowships can be found here. Applications must be submitted through the head of the candidate's university and the deadline is 27th October 2008

i-design 08 Portfolio Clinic

The i-design 08 Portfolio Clinic is running on the 17th September 2008 from 4 - 6pm at the South Bank Centre as part of the London Design Festival. The clinic is free to attend and offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to make industry contacts, find work and internships and have their work critiqued by senior creatives

More information can be found on their website. A programme of all the Digital Design Day events taking place that day can be found here

Vacation Opening Hours

We are open at reduced hours over the summer vacation until 29th September 2008

CDEC is open each weekday from 2 - 5pm with careers advisers available for short appointments from 2 - 4pm daily. To book an appointment please call us on 01273 678429 from 10am on the day you'd like to come in