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(Graduate Attributes Communicated Easily)

The form below will generate HTML code to use on Blackboard or elsewhere to showcase which Sheffield Graduate Attributes (SGAs) are being met on a module. You can tick the boxes of the relevent SGAs and where necessary provide evidence for each one and then press Submit at the bottom.


My Learning

(Skills to facilitate learning and effective application of knowledge are crucial to the enjoyment of studying a subject and to fulfilling academic potential. These attributes and skills are also necessary and widely applicable in other contexts and in the workplace.)

Academic Skills

Using clear, concise language appropriate to the academic discipline and credible evidence to present written arguments or reports, using relevant referencing and citation

Appropriately calculating, analysing and presenting numerical data

Selects, uses and seeks existing and new knowledge to develop intellect; using learning and study time effectively

Applying Knowledge

Applying and translating knowledge and skills to contexts and challenges within and beyond your studies

Exploring innovative approaches to solving problems. Developing creativity, understanding, and challenging existing ideas

Demonstrating interest in and understanding of the positive application of knowledge in a working environment

Research and critical thinking

Experienced in the processes and methods of research - discovering, understanding and creating information

Considering impact and disseminating the benefits of research and knowledge to wider community and society

Critically appraising, questioning, analysing and interpreting a variety of evidence, and applying research skills in different contexts

Digital Capability

Sourcing, using and creatively applying appropriate digital tools, information and skills

Assessing and presenting data, information and evidence using software and digital media

Developing and maintaining a professional and ethical online presence and identity


My Impact

Attributes such as the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and being considerate and inclusive of diversity, enable positive contribution and impact within communities. These attributes also consider the impact of ethical, societal and environmental decisions.

Interpersonal Skills

Communicating confidently in writing, in person and online for different purposes and audiences

Using interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive relationships through networking

Recognise own and others emotions to guide thinking and behaviour

Working with others

Working effectively with others and in teams, encouraging collaboration and contributing positively

Positively contributing, influencing and inspiring others

Developing leadership potential and capability

Equality and inclusion

Developing leadership potential and capability

Global competence and cultural intelligence, engaging with global issues and contexts

Recognising and valuing different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living

Ethics and sustainability

Acting ethically, honestly and fairly in personal, academic and workplace settings

Demonstrating appropriate and socially responsible behaviour, including academic conduct

Acquiring the knowledge and skills to promote societal and environmental sustainability


My Self

The ability to develop and maintain positive wellbeing and to understand oneself underpins the development of many other attributes. Defining purpose, adaptive thinking, and enhanced resilience will help to support lifelong personal and professional wellbeing..

Positive Wellbeing

Identifying and doing things to enhance mental and physical health, confidence and self esteem

Making own decisions about how to think and behave, pursuing freely chosen goals

Reflective and understanding of personal strengths, values and areas for development

Purpose

Developing positive, trusting, and supportive relationships

Finding a sense of direction in life, defining personal values and goals and working to fulfil them

Approaching challenges with a positive outlook, self-belief and a sense of perspective

Personal Development

Recognising the value of continuing development and effective life and career management techniques

Effectively planning and managing tasks within deadlines - getting things done

Effectively re-framing, learning and recovering quickly from difficulties and setbacks

Enterprising

Curious, creative and innovative - considering and developing new approaches and ideas

Demonstrating an understanding of commercial and organisational decisions and wider contexts

Open minded, willing to learn new things, take on new challenges and make adjustments

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Developed by Luke Miller (l.miller@sheffield.ac.uk) (2023)