graduate employability at leeds trinity university college

1. Presentation by Min Li (BA, MPhil) International Development Manager

3. Brief introduction to Leeds Trinity University College Opened in 1966 and designated a full College of the University of Leeds. Located in a safe and attractive area within 10km away from Leeds city centre. Committed to the principles of care and community and welcoming students of all races, religions and cultures. Providing continuing professional education and consultancy services.

4. Leeds Trinity University College

5. Leeds Trinity University College Facilities Careers Service Chaplaincy Disability Support Finance Dept Health Centre Library with IT24h Media centre Student Union English Language support, advice on taking notes and writing essays through induction, and the academic ‘writer in Residence’ scheme to offer advice on academic or professional writing.

6. Subject fields covered at Leeds Trinity University College A whole range of degree courses from Film Studies to Forensic Psychology, History to Health Promotion & Media to Management A range of leading postgraduate courses including Teacher Training, Journalism, MBS Business, Victorian Studies, and plenty of research options International fees for AY 09-10 £7,725 - £8,305

7. Why study at Leeds Trinity University College? Popular subjects currently available with limited number of international students High Academic Standards Prestigious University of Leeds degrees Strong support from the University of Leeds Most caring learning environment The best of both worlds (safe but close to centre)

8. 2. Why study at Leeds Trinity University College? Excellent computer and library facilities Campus accommodation guaranteed Strong partnerships with local business Constantly over 50% of graduates achieved a 2:1 or I class honours student satisfaction rate over 87%

9. 3. Why study at Leeds Trinity University College? Progress tutors to give academic support Careers Service and Job shop highly employable graduates (97.8% of our graduates were in employment or further study within six months of graduating, earning us the accolade “Best for Jobs” in the Sunday Times University Guide 2005.). Professional Attachments English language and study skills support

10. Course Variety International Foundation / Bridging Courses U/G degree courses (BA, BSc, BMus, BEd, etc) P/G degree courses taught course (MA, MSc, MBA, MBS, MPA, MMus, MEd etc.) research course (MSc by research, MPhil, PhD)

11. Lengths Required 3 years for most u/g (Hons) degrees modular schemes (credits transferable) single honours or combined 1 year for most Masters degrees 3 years for PhDs

12. Teaching and Learning A wide range of teaching methods are used: Lectures Tutorials Seminars Workshops Project Work Case Studies

13. Assessment Systems These vary from module to module and can include: Coursework including both oral presentations and written assignments Group work Practical Tests Exercises for skills-based modules Examinations

14. Business & Management courses Business knowledge and Management skills are needed to enable organisations to: Achieve objectives Balance conflicting goals Achieve efficiency and effectiveness

15. What does a Business Manager Do? Business managers are responsible in any organisation for: Planning Organising Staffing Leading Controlling

16. The Objectives of the Degree in Business & Management to understand theory of organisations and apply it to management to develop specialist knowledge to acquire and develop skills Conceptual Skills (to formulate ideas) Human Relations Skills Administrative Skills Technical Skills to experience practice within an organisation to apply theoretical knowledge to actual problems

17. Careers in Business & Management provide a basis for occupations in: Industry Commerce Finance Services and Distribution Professional Services Local & National Public Sector Organisations Own business

18. Media-related Courses Media studies Communication studies (an academic subject looking at media, communication and the communication industry from a sociological and cultural perspective) combined degrees

19. Media degrees (professional courses on “how to” but underpinned by a strong theoretical base) how is a PR campaign created, developed and how does it work what is involved in advertising, marketing, making a TV programme, a music CD, a web site close link with industry industry standard equipment

20. Careers in Media provide both a theoretical and a practical grounding directly relevant to careers such as: broadcasting public relations journalism marketing consultancy

21. Sport, Health, Leisure & Nutrition Objectives of these degrees Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the scientific basis of sport, health & leisure; Critically evaluate and debate the social context of physical activity, health and leisure; Work independently showing evidence of initiative, organisation, management; Work as a team member in planning, implementing and evaluating community programmes; Design, conduct and evaluate small-scale research; Communicate effectively through a variety of means; Apply knowledge, understanding and problem solving skills within a professional context.

22. Teaching & Assessment A range of teaching and learning methods is used within our department: lectures, seminars, practical performance and coaching workshops and practical laboratory sessions. A central theme to learning at the college is that of developing the whole person and to empower student learning. A range of methods are used to assess student work including, examinations, essays, laboratory work, presentations and project work.

23. Facilities Sports Science and Food Laboratories A fully equipped sports science and a separate nutrition and food preparation laboratories. They offer excellent facilities for physiology, including fitness testing, sport psychology practical's and dietary analysis and practical work with food.

24. Sports Facilities Fitness Suite The fitness suite comprises of six treadmills, four rowing machines, two steppers and various cardiovascular equipment. Also, there are weight machines for multi-use. Students can become members of the fitness suite and have the opportunity to become qualified fitness instructors. Leeds Trinity & All Saints offers our members the opportunity to participate in Squash, Tennis and Badminton. There are: 4 Squash Courts (two glass backs), 3 Badminton Courts, 6 outdoor Tennis Courts. Sports Hall Outdoor Floodlit area.

25. Sport Teams Men’s & Women's Association Football Men’s & Women’s Rugby Men’s & Women’s Hockey Men’s & Women’s Volleyball Men’s Basketball Cricket Golf Netball Badminton Running

26. Types of Employment The types of employment which SHLN students have entered in the past few years is very varied. Community Nutrition Dietetics Health Promotion Health & Lifestyle Consultancy Human Resource Management Leisure and Tourism Events Management Postgraduate courses in Sport and Exercise Science, Human Nutrition or PGCE course Public Relations Sports Broadcasting/Journalism Sports Development Sports Management

27. Why study in Leeds? A lively and thriving cosmopolitan city. The most important financial and legal centre outside of London. Comparatively low cost of living. Easy access to other cities and countryside. With an international airport nearby. Friendly & helpful Yorkshire people. International community links in the City.

28. How to find out more? Telephone: +44 113 283 7178 Emails: enquiries@leedstrinity.ac.uk admissions@leedstrinity.ac.uk international@leedstrinity.ac.uk Website: www.leedstrinity.ac.uk