Future me

Future me is your personalised student development journey. Designed for everyone but tailored by you, it helps you build the skills, confidence and experience you need to succeed within and beyond university.

It’s your opportunity to customise your student experience and explore the person you hope to become.

Future me week

Join us on Monday 20 - Friday 24 January 2025 for Future me week.

Open to all Manchester Met students, this week aims to help you build confidence and develop skills to achieve your future career goals.

Book your place on the schedule of activities happening across campus and online. Check your timetable for activities within your department.

Schedule of Future me week activities

All students who sign up for and attend activities through Rise will automatically be entered into a prize draw to win an iPad, terms and conditions apply.

Monday 20 January

Join us for the launch with a keynote speaker and panel session. More information coming soon.

10:00am–11:00am: AI Chatbots Explained: The inner workings of large language models like ChatGPT
10:00am–12:00pm: 3D Print workshop for beginners
2:00pm-4:00pm: Hot glass - taster workshop

Tuesday 21 January

9:30am–2:00pm: Learn to sew on an industrial sewing machine
10:00am–11:00am: Why I’m not talking about Imposter Syndrome anymore
10:00am–11:00am: Maths Equivalency Support via Rise: is it for you?
10:00am–11:00am: Research Today, Transform Tomorrow: What research can do
10:00am-11:00am: Visa Information Session
10:00am–12:00pm: DaVinci Resolve: Edit
10:00am–12:00pm: Introduction to neural networks and image generation
10:00am–1:00pm: Cisco networking fundamentals
10:00am–4:30pm: Picture Frame Making
11:00am–12:00pm: AI for your next step: Mastering AI for graduate success
11:00am–1:00pm: Writing with Style: Building your confidence in writing for different academic purposes
12:00pm–1:00pm: Developing a personal brand with Oscar Recruitment
1:00pm–2:00pm: Developing a Growth Mindset for a successful career | Hosted by Enterprise Mobility
1:00pm–3:00pm: How to set up as a freelancer
2:00pm–3:00pm: Using library resources and generative AI to research job sectors (Online)
2:00pm–4:00pm: “A goal without a plan is just a wish”: Reflecting on the planning process
2:00pm–4:00pm: Basic camera skills for stills
3:00pm–4:00pm: Securing your placement: Turn Setbacks into Comebacks

Wednesday 22 January

Join the Careers Crossroads Conference, an opportunity to explore different career paths through engaging talks from industry professionals and employers. Plus, you can earn some qualifications along the way. More information will be released soon.