Employability and Volunteering

Why study with us?

Please note: Existing University of Cumbria students need to email absadmissons@cumbria.ac.uk in order to apply. They do not need to go through the full application process.

A chance to identify the skills you have and the skills you need to develop.

A chance to develop and hone your employability skills within an unpaid but relevant work-based context.

An opportunity to identify part-time/voluntary work that might boost your chances in competitive work environments

A useful addition to your personal development portfolio.

A chance to show future university admissions tutors that you are capable of successful study at HE. What can this course lead to?

This short course adds strength to your CV and demonstrates your ability to study at HE and your preparedness to work voluntarily for the community. These attributes show prospective employers and admissions tutors that you are keen to develop your skills and have made considerable effort to do this over and above your other commitments.

Entry requirements See course specific entry requirements listed below.

More about levels and credits

Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Selection criteria

Entry requirement - please note: Minimum of one AS level or equivalent.

Online application only.

Additional contact information

Lisa Bewley
Applied Psychology Administrator
Lisa.Bewley@cumbria.ac.uk

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Modules

A reflective course that focuses on the identification and development of employability skills through the medium of voluntary work.