Penguin Books Australia

Across the world, we have more universities than ever yet are also increasingly sceptical about their value. What Are Universities For? presents a spirited, compelling argument for rethinking the way we see these institutions, and why we need them.

How do you get your CV to the top of the pile?

When you apply for a job, your CV is compared to hundreds of others. You've only got the time it takes the employer to scan the pages to show how brilliant you are. How do you impress them when you don't know what employers are actually looking for? This book tells you what they want to read - and how to write it.

This bestselling guide is based...

Like Brilliant CV , this book is highly practical and interactive. Find out what works in the real world and put it into practise through text...

Ready! Action! Write!

A student's writing skill is the single best predictor of success in the first year of college-better than math, vocabulary, grammar, or reading prowess. Unfortunately, while high schools teach students the mechanics of writing, they don't address issues such as getting unstuck, writing a first draft, brainstorming, finding the thesis that's hiding in an essay, soliciting useful...