What is the RED Professional Development Award?
The ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø Experience and Development (RED) Professional Development Award is one of the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø's Official Skills Awards. It is designed to help ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø students make the most of the extra-curricular activities and experiences on offer outside of the academic programme.
Endorsed by graduate employers, students who complete the RED award are 68% more likely to secure a job by the final year compared to those that do not.
Why do it?
- Gain formal recognition for your extra-curricular activities
- Understand what employers look for and reflect on your strengths
- Build transferable skills in a way that works for you
- Enhance your CV and boost your graduate prospects
- Expand your network and increase your confidence
- Receive a certificate that can be used on LinkedIn; the completion will also be added to your diploma supplement annex and the graduation brochure
How do I complete it?
The award is made up of two stages: Points Submission and Advocacy. To complete the award, you’ll need to:
- Earn 25 points through a range of extra-curricular activities
- Reflect on what you’ve learned, highlighting how these experiences have developed your professional skills and employability
- Complete a short post-award survey to reflect on your overall experience
Ready to get started?
Check out our: Completing the RED Professional Development Award page
