Volunteering is a really good way to get involved in the local community and develop new skills at the same time. Volunteer experience may also be a pre-requisite for some careers.
Student Community Action Newcastle (SCAN), based in our Students’ Union, co-ordinates volunteering opportunities for our students.
There are over 200 activities on offer each year, including working with homeless people, working as a volunteer lifeguard in a local swimming pool and working with animals.
Depending on the degree you're studying, it may be possible for you to use your volunteering activities to gain academic credits that count directly towards your degree through the Career Development Module.
You can also search for volunteering opportunities through the Careers Service's Vacancies Online database.
Find out more about volunteering opportunities for Newcastle students.