# Event Details - **Event Name**: LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 02:15 pm – Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 04:15 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Prepare for the transition into the workplace and develop the professional skills to succeed on placement and beyond.About this EventThis session is only for London College of Fashion students and graduates. It is aligned to your Graduate Futures careers and employability journey.This session is designed primarily for Year 2 undergraduate students preparing for placements, internships and industry experience, but open to all LCF students and graduates looking to strengthen their professional skills.Gaining industry experience is about more than securing the opportunity; it's about making the most of it. This interactive lecture will help you understand workplace expectations and develop the professional behaviours that employers value.We'll explore workplace communication, professionalism, adaptability, receiving feedback and building your confidence as you transition from student to emerging professional.You'll leave with practical tips to help you make a positive impression, maximise your experience and continue building your career on your return to university.Speakers, Graduate Futures Consultant (Careers): With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, Melanie began her career as a Buyer, creating commercial product ranges before progressing to Head of Buying, driving strategy and business growth. She later led large-scale recruitment teams and talent acquisition projects, partnering with some of the world's leading brands. Today, she brings this unique blend of experience to LCF, working to bridge the gap between education and employment. A Fellow of Advance HE (FHEA), Melanie combines her commercial experience with evidence-informed careers practice to help students and graduates build confidence, develop employability skills, and make informed career decisions. Passionate about connecting talent to opportunity, she is dedicated to helping the next generation recognise their potential, communicate their value, and build meaningful careers in fashion and the creative industries.Useful resourcesIn this webinar, you will develop the key skills of resilience, communication, connectivity, self-efficacy as defined by the UAL Creative Attributes Framework (My_CAF). Before attending this activity, we suggest you:Check out the Graduate Futures Moodle page, (or for alumni the Graduate Futures Leavers Pack), which is filled with resources, learning guides, and podcasts.Students should explore the Graduate Futures Careers Padlet, where you’ll find a collection of resources, links, and tips designed to help you build confidence, and grow your employability skills.If there are any barriers to your participation in this event or you have access requirements you wish to discuss, please contact graduate.futures@fashion.arts.ac.uk in advance, we'd be happy to talk with you. If you can't sign-up as the tickets have run out or expired, please email and see if you are still able to attend.Image credit: LCF Careers Fair 2026 | Photography by Eilwen Jones https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0eb47700-b13f-11f1-a736-1f1bd1d9a127-rimg-w1200-h238-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/lcf-grad-futures-get-ready-for-industry-from-student-to-professional/100001998901838207 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Workshops, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre) - **lat**: 51.5416672 - **long**: -0.013416 - **full address**: London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre), 105 Carpenters Road, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/9766da8feb17bd923e0a159bf21ac9bb55dbbda02c4e8ee2a07e3090133ed4ab-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789502040 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional being held? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional takes place on Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 02:15 pm to Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 04:15 pm at London College of Fashion, EB Room M01 (Lecture Theatre), 105 Carpenters Road, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional is organized by LCF Graduate Futures. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** LCF Grad Futures: Get Ready for Industry - From Student to Professional is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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