A student who has gained Postgraduate York Award Gold has taken a proactive approach to life at university, taking the lead in their own professional and personal development. They have undertaken a range of self-led extracurricular experiences, often with a high level of responsibility, alongside their degrees studies. These experiences will include work experiences (paid and/or unpaid) and personal development opportunities. They have also learned how to write reflectively about their achievements, evaluating their transferable skill set and considered their values in relation to career decisions.