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Curriculum Vitae Definition Differences between CV and Resume Different kind of CVs CV Format and Content Methods of CV Development Academic Cover Letter Content Recommendation letters Some tips when finalizing your CV
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Definition
A curriculum vitæ (CV), is a document containing a summary or listing of relevant job experience and education, usually for the purpose of obtaining an interview when seeking employment.
meaning “course of one's life”
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Correct Spelling
"Curricula vitae" (vee-tie) is the plural form "curriculum vitae" is singular The informal shortened form, "vita"
standing alone, meaning a brief autobiographical sketch (Webster's), is singular, while "vitae," is plural
The abbreviation is often used: CV or CVs
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CVs are commonly used in applying for the following: Admission to graduate school or as part of an application
packet for a graduate assistantship or scholarship. Grant proposals. Teaching, research, and upper-level administrative
positions in higher education. Academic departmental and tenure reviews. College or university service appointments. Professional association leadership positions. Speaking engagements. Publishing and editorial review boards. Research and consulting positions in a variety of settings. School administration positions at the superintendent,
principal, or department head level.
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A curriculum vitae includes information about (1/2) General information Education Master's thesis or project Dissertation title or topic Course highlights or areas of concentration in graduate
study Teaching experience and interests Research experience and interests Consulting experience Internships or graduate practices Fieldwork
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A curriculum vitae includes information about (2/2) Publications Professional papers and presentations Grants received Professional association and committee leadership positions
and activities Certificates and licensure Special training Academic awards, scholarships, and fellowships Foreign study and travel abroad Language competencies Technical and computer skills Other skills and hobbies
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Some tips when finalizing your CV
Shorter is much better. Maximum 4-5 pages Font Arial or Times … 12 to 14 points A4, white and high quality paper Print in one side with 2.54cm / 3.81cm margins Put the name/family, page number and the date of last
updating CV in the header/footer of all pages Spell checking Active words Laser prints / high quality photocopies with black ink Use the same style for all the documents (Bold/Underline) Use headlines and bullet Do not use shadows, graphical symbols and ….
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Some tips when finalizing your CV
Do not send CVs without cover letter Check with the referees Do not put pure personal information if not necessary Follow the recommended CV style is available About E-CV consider …fonts, previews and virus .. Highlight the key point and change your CV with different
purposes