Instructions For each question click on the yes or no box to progress to the next question.

Career planning interactive flow chart Our interactive flow chart takes you through a number of questions. This will help you to devise your own career plan as part of your development of Aberdeen Graduate Attributes during level one and level two of University. At the end of the flow chart you will find links to relevant activities and resources. • Instructions • For each question click on the yes or no box to progress to the next question. • (do notuse the PowerPoint slide advance arrows to navigate). • 2) You can return to previous questions by clicking on them or by clicking back to previous screen. • 3) You will reach a colour coded action box which you can click on to go to the resources and select activities relevant to you. • 4) There are two types of action box as follows. • Self Awareness – • knowing yourself • Opportunity Awareness – knowing what’s available Start Now

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes No I am at University as I need this degree for my chosen career path Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University as I need this degree for my chosen career path Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career choice Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University as I need this degree for my chosen career path Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career choice Yes Build your portfolio of skills and experience throughout your time at University. Use this resource to find out about co-curriculum opportunities at the University of Aberdeen. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I have some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I have some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career ideas Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I’ve got some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career ideas Yes Build your portfolio of skills and experience throughout your time at University. Use this resource to find out about co-curriculum opportunities at the University of Aberdeen. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I’ve got some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career ideas No There are many ways you can research your career ideas in more depth. Link to these activities for ideas to help you to identify the skills and experiences required for your career ideas. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I have some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree No I would like to start researching career options with my degree Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I’ve got some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree No I would like to start researching career options with my degree No That’s ok. There are many opportunities for you to develop your skills and experiences at university which will benefit any career choices you make later on. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject No I would like to start researching career options with my degree Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject No I would like to start researching career options with my degree Yes There are many ways you can research your career options. Link to these activities for some starting points. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject No I would like to start researching career options with my degree No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject Yes I’ve got some ideas about what I’d like to do with my degree No I would like to start researching career options with my degree Yes There are many ways you can research your career options. Link to these activities for some starting points. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject No I would like to start researching career options with my degree No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience • It’s great that you’re involved in extra activities as employers look for much more than a degree. You can record and reflect on your activities and achievements in your e-portfolio to help you with career choices and applications later on. Yes Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University as I need this degree for my chosen career path Yes I know which skills and experience I need in addition to my degree to work towards my career choice No There are many ways you can research your career ideas in more depth. Link to these activities for ideas to help you to identify the skills and experiences required for your chosen career. Consider conducting a skills audit to identify gaps in your CV. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University Yes I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University Yes I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes • Employers look for much more than a degree – it’s good to get involved early in your University studies. Explore the co-curriculum opportunities offered by the University to develop evidence of skills and experience for your CV. There are many ways you can research your career options. Link to these activities for some starting points. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University Yes I would like to start exploring my career options this year No • That’s great that you’d like to find out more about the range of opportunities available to you whilst at University. Activities outside of your studies will build skills and experiences for your CV which will be important for any career you choose to pursue. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes Yes • It’s great that you’re involved in extra activities as employers look for much more than a degree. You can record and reflect on your activities and achievements in your e-portfolio to help you with career choices and applications later on. There are many ways you can research your career options. Link to these activities for some starting points. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes No • It’s great that you’re involved in extra activities as employers look for much more than a degree. You can record and reflect on your activities and achievements in your e-portfolio to help you with career choices and applications later on. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience No I would like to start exploring my career options this year Yes No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience No I would like to start exploring my career options this year There are many ways you can research your career options. Link to these activities for some starting points. Yes Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University No I would like to find out about the opportunities available to me to develop my skills and experience whilst I’m at University No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience No • You don’t need to decide on a career path now, but it’s important to realise that employers look for much more than a degree. Explore the co-curriculum opportunities offered by the University to develop your skills and experience throughout your studies. I would like to start exploring my career options this year No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

I know what I want to achieve by coming to University Yes I am at University to work towards a chosen career path No I know about a wide variety of career options with my subject No I would like to start researching career options with my degree No I am taking part in activities outside of my academic studies to develop my skills and experience • You don’t need to decide on a career path now, but it’s important to realise that employers look for much more than a degree. Explore the co-curriculum opportunities offered by the University to develop your skills and experience throughout your studies. No Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Self Awareness Click on one of the boxes below for the area you would like to focus on first Knowing yourself • Identifying career options • Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes • Planning and setting goals Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Self Awareness Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first Complete the Skills Audit in ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen to understand your strengths and identify skills to develop Use the ‘Thinking about my strengths’ resource in the ACHIEVE site in My Aberdeen which helps you to conduct a SWOT Analysis Undertake the Learning Styles exercise in ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen to understand how you learn and what this means Knowing yourself Use personality questionnaires to help you increase your self-awareness Use psychometric ability tests to help you assess your numerical and verbal reasoning Reflecting on your experiences in your e-portfolio within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Self Awareness Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first Consider your interest in career options by searching the virtual library by degree subject • Research your career ideas using the Careers Service virtual library resources Explore different job types by talking to employers at fairs and presentations Identifying Career Options Find out about using networking to research job types and find opportunities for work experience Focus on matching your skills, interests and motivations with different job types to generate ideas Apply for the careermentoring programme for support in developing your career ideas Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Self Awareness Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first Learn how to set SMART Goals to focus your skills development Complete a skills audit to identify gaps and areas for development Planning and setting goals Record your plans, goals and progress in your e-portfolio within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen • Explore how to make effective decisions using the grid analysis technique Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Self Awareness Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first • Find out how to structure and record your experiences to demonstrate you have the types of skills employers want Record your achievements in the e-portfolio within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen to help with your applications later on Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes • Use the Careers Service to learn how to communicate your achievements effectively in applications, CVs and interviews. • Participate in the STAR Award toreflect and demonstrate your development of Aberdeen Graduate Attributes Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources for Developing Opportunity Awareness Click this box to explore resources for September - January Click this box to explore resources for February – August Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first Finding opportunities to get involved • Finding work experience • Finding out about your career options • Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes • Getting recognition for your involvement Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Stand as a Class Representative Explore opportunities to develop your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes through the co-curriculum including study abroad • Join and participate in clubs and/or societies of interest Finding opportunities to get involved • Get involved in volunteering to gain skills and experience Apply for the career mentoring programme to connect with alumni in work areas of interest • Apply to become a Careers Service Subject Representative Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Look for placement schemes and employer insight events suitable for level 1 and level 2 students • Find part-time work and/or vacation employment which can give you skills which employers value – Joblink helps with this • Finding work experience Identify people who could help you find work experience and shadowing opportunities - start networking • Get involved in volunteering which can give you some really good experience, contacts and skills Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Find out about career options with your degree subject in the Careers Service virtual library • Get an insight into different companies and job roles through employer insight days Research job roles to find out what they involve, the benefits and conditions and routes in • Finding out about your career options • Identify how well different job roles suit your profile using a career choice tool Use networking to research job types and find opportunities for shadowing or work experience • Use psychometric assessments to help you to find out which career options suit you Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Consider signing up for the STAR Award if you have one of the recognised roles. Closing date in December each year. • The Millennium Volunteer Award gives recognition for your volunteering (for age 25 and under) The Student Employee of the Year Awards recognise the contributions and achievements of students in their part-time work • Getting recognition for your involvement The Student Association Volunteering Award gives recognition for a variety of volunteering roles • The Duke of Edinburgh Awards involve a range of activities including volunteering and skills (for under 25s) • The Blues Awards and Student Association Colours Awards recognise achievement and contribution to sport Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: September to January Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Practise talking about your skills, experiences and Aberdeen Graduate Attributes in a practice interview at the Careers Service • Find out how to structure and record your experiences to demonstrate you have the types of skills employers want Conducting a SWOT analysis and/or a Skills Audit within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen can help you reflect on and record your strengths • Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes Keeping a record of your achievements in the e-portfolio within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen will help with your applications later on • Employers assess your achievements through their applications, CVs and interviews. Use the Careers Service to prepare • The STAR Award involves reflecting on the Aberdeen Graduate Attributes developed within your role and involves an interview. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the area you would like to focus on first Finding opportunities to get involved • Finding work experience • Finding out about your career options • Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes • Getting recognition for your involvement Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Stand as a Class Representative • Volunteer or stand for election to a committee in your sports clubs or societies for the next academic year Explore opportunities to develop your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes through the co-curriculum including study abroad Finding opportunities to get involved • Get involved in volunteering to gain skills and experience Apply for the career mentoring programme to connect with alumni in work areas of interest Apply to become a Careers Service Subject Representative for the next academic year Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Look for placement schemes and employer insight events suitable for level 1 and level 2 students. • Find part-time work and/or vacation employment which can give you skills which employers value – Joblink helps with this. • Finding work experience Identify people who could help you find work experience and shadowing opportunities - start networking. • Get involved in volunteering which can give you some really good experience, contacts and skills. Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Find out about career options with your degree subject in the Careers Service virtual library • Get an insight into different companies and job roles through employer insight days Research job roles to find out what they involve, the benefits and conditions and routes in • Finding out about your career options • Identify how well different job roles suit your profile using a career choice tool Use networking to research job types and find opportunities for shadowing or work experience • Use psychometric assessments to help you to find which career options suit you Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Research recognised roles eligible for the STAR Award. Prepare to apply for the next academic year. Apply by December each year. • The Millennium Volunteer Award gives recognition for your volunteering (for age 25 and under) The Student Employee of the Year Awards recognise the contributions and achievements of students in their part-time work • Getting recognition for your involvement The Student Association Volunteering Award gives recognition for a variety of volunteering roles • The Duke of Edinburgh Awards involve a range of activities including volunteering and skills (for under 25) • The Blues Awards and Student Association Colours Awards recognise achievement and contribution to sport Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

Activities and Resources: February - August Click the box for the activity you would like to focus on first • Practise talking about your skills, experiences and Aberdeen Graduate Attributes in a practice interview at the Careers Service • Find out how to structure and record your experiences to demonstrate you have the types of skills employers want Conducting a SWOT analysis and/or a Skills Audit within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen can help you reflect on and record your strengths • Articulating your Aberdeen Graduate Attributes Keeping a record of your achievements in the e-portfolio within ACHIEVE, My Aberdeen will help with your applications later on • Employers assess your achievements through their applications, CVs and interviews. Use the Careers Service to prepare • The STAR Award involves an interview. Find out about the award and consider applying next year. Closing date in December Return to the start Back to previous screen Exit this tool

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Instructions For each question click on the yes or no box to progress to the next question.