Workplace skills

Advice on how to help students develop employability skills for the 21st century workplace, covering classroom activities, real-world experience, career advice and authentic learning models that aid graduates in the transition to professional careers. These resources look at what are the most sought-after graduate attributes and future skills today and how best to teach them within a university. 

By Laura.Duckett , 22 October, 2026
Oracy skills can empower graduates to contribute meaningfully to societal challenges in an increasingly dynamic and interconnected world, says Paul Demetriou, who shares practical advice
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien , 19 October, 2026
How can we make workplace learning relevant to students’ academic journeys? Ice Ko shares five lessons learned from getting the most out of external partnerships
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4minutes
By Tony.Sablan , 13 October, 2026
The best teachers genuinely care about their students, but build that care upon a solid structural foundation. Find advice here on making good teaching a habit
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 5 October, 2026
When collaborative assignments lack structured guidance, levels of contribution among team members may vary. Gabriela Espínola offers insight into building community and accountability online
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 1 October, 2026
AI’s pace of change is challenging the idea that education is something we complete at the beginning of adult life. Drawing on lifelong learning expertise, Aidan McGowan shares five lessons for extending the university-learner relationship across a career
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4minutes