Creating A Great CV

Mini-Series: Own your CV

A 6-part series focusing on different aspects of developing one's CV.

Episode 1: General Overview, Layout, Format and Language [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version]
Episode 2: Name, Contact, Personal Profile, Education and Training [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version]
Episode 3: Activities and Work Experience [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version]
Episode 4: The Skills Section [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version]
Episode 5: Interests, Additional Information, and Referees [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version]
Episode 6: Tailor your CV to Beat the Bots [QT Video, PDF Slide version, Text version

Writing Strong CV and Cover Letters - Documents

If you prefer to use pdf's as your support source for writing strong CVs and cover letters, use the takeaway sheets below. As long as you make an effort to use the resources before you book your CV and Cover letter review slot with a careers advisor.

Once you have updated your CV using our CV Mini-series resources, UCT students may book an appointment for a review on MyCareer, and upload their improved CV. Consider what you are applying for and make sure your CV speaks to the requirements.