For years, a CV has been the go-to document for assessing graduate talent. It tells employers where a student studied, what qualifications they've earned and the experience they've gained. But here's the problem: a CV only tells part of the story. It can't show curiosity, resilience, motivation or the ability to adapt. It doesn't reveal how someone approaches challenges, learns new skills or what drives them to succeed. And in today's job market, those qualities are becoming

Collaboration between universities and private organisations has become a defining feature of the UK’s innovation and skills ecosystem. Universities are no longer seen solely as places of teaching and research, but as strategic partners in applied problem-solving, workforce development, and innovation. For employers, this shift offers access to specialist expertise and emerging talent; for students, it creates clearer pathways from education to employment. At the heart of thi