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Barry Groombridge joined Elder Dempster Lines aged 16. Barry’s first voyage was from London to the United States, via West Africa. The voyage lasted nine months. Listen to Barry’s interview to hear about the Christmas he spent with nuns in Madeira and what life was like as a purser at Elder Dempster Lines.
We created the wellbeing journal because we wanted you to have everything you need in one place to support you from both an academic and wellbeing perspective. Use your journal to plan your work and your self-care and to reflect on your student experience.
With over 100 partners across Europe and beyond, there are plenty of opportunities to find the right location for LJMU students to study abroad. Studying in another country can develop your self-confidence, adaptability and cultural awareness, giving you the edge when it comes to employability.
Check out international student support.
Stay connected to LJMU. Find out how to register as an alumnus and how it can benefit your career.
It is a great time to be interested in the green sector, as green jobs are growing at around four times the rate of the overall UK labour market.
Understanding the law will allow you to advocate for yourself and know your rights as a disabled job-seeker or employee.
Travelling overseas and adjusting to a new culture not only improves your employability but your self-confidence, cultural awareness and communication skills. Going abroad is exciting in every sense of the word. Find out how you can apply to study abroad as an LJMU student.
Check out wellbeing support and workshops.