Be digitally fluent

Digital fluency is a core graduate skill as well as a key employability skill.

How can you develop and demonstrate this attribute at Queen Mary?

• Use digital resources to research a topic
• Explore use of AI to support your learning
• Use computer programming to model and solve problems / produce results
• Learn, communicate and collaborate using digital platforms
• Use online Library tools
• Use software such as ArcGIS, Python, BAGS, RStudio, Eviews

How might this attribute be assessed or evaluated?

• Coursework or exams requiring use of computer software
• Literature review, bibliographies
• Participation in webinars / online meetings or discussions
• Completing online activities in QMplus
• Online / recorded presentations
• Interviews / assessment centres

What kinds of interview questions could I be asked that relate to this attribute?

• What are your key digital skills strengths and how do you think you could use them in this role?
• How would you define digital citizenship?
• What do you think the impact of AI will be on this industry/sector?
• What challenges have you encountered while working on digital projects and how did you tackle these?

How can you use attributes and skills gained from your Queen Mary course, extra-curricular opportunities and work experience to answer these kinds of questions? 

Where can I find out more and access support?

Queen Mary AI literacy training

Target Connect: skills development support from Queen Mary Careers

Library academic skills development

LinkedIn Learning resources on educational technologies

LinkedIn Learning resources on technology

Code First Girls: free opportunities for women students to learn how to code and enter the tech workforce