2017
DOI: 10.21153/jtlge2017vol8no1art654
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Does it do what it says on the tin? – Evaluation of an established UK University Employability Enhancement Award.

Abstract: University employability awards, in the UK particularly, aim to assist students to develop career related skills and attributes and thus increase their potential to achieve graduate level employment. Self-report quantitative and qualitative data were collected at intervals via questionnaires, interviews and focus groups from two cohorts (N = 212) of a well-established career development and employability award at a large civic UK university. Findings indicated increases in confidence and aspiration, and in the… Show more

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“…Further, these competencies are highly regarded when defining students' employability. Some institutions and industries give out sponsored awards and certificates that recognises lifelong learning competencies (Wright and Jeffries-Watts, 2017; Watson, 2011). Generally, students are highly motivated to pursue these awards as it provides them with a better chance of securing employment.…”
Section: Literature Reviewsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Further, these competencies are highly regarded when defining students' employability. Some institutions and industries give out sponsored awards and certificates that recognises lifelong learning competencies (Wright and Jeffries-Watts, 2017; Watson, 2011). Generally, students are highly motivated to pursue these awards as it provides them with a better chance of securing employment.…”
Section: Literature Reviewsmentioning
confidence: 99%