![]() Regular emails also kept us up to date on any placement opportunities that the University was aware of. The Careers Network looked over my CV, covering letter and portfolio as well as giving me vital advice on how to nail applications. I could instantly see the value that the students had gained from their year out in industry. ![]() It was going to these presentations that gave me the drive to get myself a placement. We also had the option to watch the previous cohort’s placement presentations, whereby they had to present how their placement year had gone, including images of their work. Loughborough: When it was time to start looking for placements, how did you choose yours and what help was available from your Department and the wider University?Įmma: Towards the start of second year, we had various lectures covering top tips on where to find placements, financially the loans/costs involved and do’s and don’ts of Creative CVs and portfolios. The number of societies, sports clubs and volunteering opportunities at Loughborough was also a big attraction, as I like to be on the go 24/7 (chilling out is not something I am very good at)! It was clear from the outset, that I would be able to try animation, photography, branding, editorial design, illustration and so much more at Loughborough (and boy was I right)! I also got such a good community feeling whilst walking around campus on the Open Day I instantly felt at home. At the time of applying, I was very unsure on specifically what area of design I wanted to go into, therefore a course where I could try lots of new things was key for me. Firstly, how did you end up studying at Loughborough – what drew you to the University?Įmma: The course at Loughborough instantly stood out to me due to how broad and flexible it seemed. Loughborough: So Emma, thanks for taking the time to talk to us. We’ve managed to sit her down and ask her all about her placement, how she got to this point and what the future holds for a career in the Creative Industries. Insert Emma Lawrence, a Graphic Communication and Illustration student at Loughborough who’s currently working for the Met Office. But as time goes on and you edge closer to graduation, you need to start thinking about an answer, and going on placement is a great place to start. What if you don’t know what career you want and instead concentrate simply on what you enjoy? This isn’t bad, in fact it’s fantastic! As it ensures you’ll enjoy your studies, are more likely to achieve a good grade and appreciate the university experience.
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