Swansea University's Career Development Course (CDC) is a unique course designed to empower students in a competitive job market. Created in response to student concerns about their futures, the CDC is more than just a typical course—it is a versatile toolkit that thoroughly prepares students and graduates for the job market's demands.
What sets the CDC at Swansea University apart? It adds an element of fun and interactivity to learning. Using multimedia components, interactive exercises and quizzes, the CDC keeps students engaged. Beyond landing a job, it equips students to navigate their career journey and challenges. This program aligns with employers' needs, ensuring students are job market-ready. It seamlessly integrates with academic courses, whether in chemistry, history or business, providing valuable career support.
The CDC's success story begins with collaboration. Key players in this initiative include careers consultants, academics, curriculum design experts, and, of course, the students. The CDC development was quite an adventure; it went through planning, development, implementation and evaluation stages.
The course is packed with features that make it stand out. Firstly, its seamless integration into academic modules, making it accessible to students across various disciplines. It's tied to academic module marks, motivating students to engage.
