{"id":2754,"date":"2019-09-04T10:36:47","date_gmt":"2019-09-04T00:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.unsw.edu.au\/studentlife\/?p=2754"},"modified":"2019-09-10T16:22:06","modified_gmt":"2019-09-10T06:22:06","slug":"how-to-shape-your-perfect-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.unsw.edu.au\/studentlife\/blog\/2019\/09\/how-to-shape-your-perfect-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"How to shape your perfect degree"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Can you imagine\u00a0what\u00a0uni\u00a0has in store for you?\u00a0Some of you already know what your first step is, and\u00a0know\u00a0what you want to study, and that\u2019s amazing!\u00a0Indulge in the\u00a0excitement and satisfaction\u00a0that comes with your certainty. If nerves ever creep into your good vibes, don\u2019t stress,\u00a0you\u2019re not fixed to\u00a0one\u00a0path.\u00a0Your\u00a0dream degree\u00a0can take any shape\u00a0\u2013\u00a0it\u00a0will\u00a0evolve\u00a0as you pursue\u00a0what makes\u00a0you\u00a0curious,\u00a0and the\u00a0goals\u00a0you\u2019ve set.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing your dream degree to life will be different for everyone because learning doesn&#8217;t just start and end in the classroom, it extends to all the amazing activities and people you encounter along the way.<\/p>\n<p>So, where do you begin?\u00a0If\u00a0you want to prep yourself early on for the careers of the future,\u00a0embrace\u00a0UNSW\u2019s\u00a0career-focused programs delivered by\u00a0our\u00a0passionate educators.\u00a0You\u00a0can\u00a0unlock new knowledge and perspectives\u00a0that will give you an edge\u00a0and\u00a0elevate your student experience by\u00a0pushing\u00a0your\u00a0boundaries.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.careers.unsw.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Work Integrated Learning<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at UNSW is one aspect of our commitment to developing career-ready graduates equipped to succeed in today\u2019s professional world. WIL are student work learning experiences supported by the university that include professional development and reflective practice, to enhance student experience and employment outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>WIL is the next step in the journey towards your career. Getting industry experience while studying provides you with practical skills that will significantly improve your chances of getting the job you want when you graduate.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/student.unsw.edu.au\/hero\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UNSW Hero Program<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The UNSW Hero Program helps prepare our\u00a0students\u00a0to take on the challenges imposed by a rapidly evolving workplace by equipping them with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset, critical thinking and\u00a0problem solving\u00a0skills, and most importantly confidence. The program focuses on building learning communities that equip UNSW graduates with the skills to thrive in employment.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.founders.unsw.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Founders Program<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Founders Program is UNSW&#8217;s platform to embed entrepreneurial confidence in every student\u2019s\u00a0experience. Whether you have the next big idea, or your\u00a0startup&#8217;s\u00a0already gone global, the Founders Program equips you with the skills and networks to accelerate your success.<\/p>\n<p>Students\u00a0are graduating into\u00a0a\u00a0complex world where work is being radically reshaped by technology and innovation and where the complex, pressing problems confronting the world demand solutions.\u00a0Through our \u2018Founders First\u2019 ethos, we instil in our entrepreneurs a commitment to sustainability\u00a0and a focus on giving back. We help them embrace diversity and collaboration as the key to excellence.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.making.unsw.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Our Makerspaces<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>UNSW is creating the largest network of connected makerspaces and workshops in Australia &#8211; a network of genuine\u00a0cross-faculty\u00a0collaborations\u00a0and shared values. These values are centred on the principle of barrier free access to tools and tech for all students.<\/p>\n<p>Each space in the UNSW Makerspace Network is unique.\u00a0Our\u00a0aim is\u00a0to foster collaboration at all levels throughout the University community and we encourage everyone to get involved in the network.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW97045313 BCX0\"><a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au\/guaranteed-entry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Guaranteed Entry<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW97045313 BCX0\">If\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\">this sounds like a university experience\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\">that\u2019ll help you get the most\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\">from your<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\">\u00a0degree<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97045313 BCX0\">, don\u2019t miss the chance to secure your place at UNSW.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW97045313 BCX0\"> <a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au\/guaranteed-entry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a>\u00a0to find out more about Guaranteed Entry at UNSW Sydney.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.unsw.edu.au\/studentlife\/files\/2019\/08\/Grey_Line_3px.jpg?w=768\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>If you\u2019re not quite at this stage, and instead feel like you\u2019re\u00a0wading waist deep in a pool of potential\u00a0degree and university\u00a0options,\u00a0don\u2019t feel alone.\u00a0For those of you who are still unsure about where your future lies,\u00a0we have a team of ambassadors and advisors who can help you navigate your options.\u00a0Connect with us to talk things through.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>P:\u00a01300 UNI NSW (1300 864 679)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>E:\u00a0<a style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au\/ask-question\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ask a question<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can you imagine\u00a0what\u00a0uni\u00a0has in store for you?\u00a0Some of you already know what your first step is, and\u00a0know\u00a0what you want to study, and that\u2019s amazing!\u00a0Indulge in the\u00a0excitement and satisfaction\u00a0that comes with your certainty. 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