Options With Your Subject

Not sure what you can do with your degree? In this section we explain the types of jobs that many graduates apply for with a similar degree subject to yourself. But remember that over 70% of advertised graduate jobs do not specify a degree subject so you have lots of choices. It is also important to note that even if your subject seems to have a definite career path you may have other options - see the pages below and don’t forget to visit the Careers Centre for further help. After doing some research and reading the graduate profiles, if you are still unsure about what you want to do next then have a look at our 6 Step Careers Guide or come to see a careers advisor.

Remember:

• Even if your degree subject appears unrelated you may be able to do postgraduate study in an area of professional interest –. examples include Teaching Law, Psychology, Accountancy, Medicine.
• A degree is necessary, not sufficient, in the graduate labour market – you must also demonstrate skills, experience and potential; providing hard evidence from work/volunteering/extra-curricula activity.
• Employers see having a degree as an indicator of your intellectual ability – your “ability to learn”
• Employers also want evidence of your “ability to do the job” – a mix of education, personality, skills portfolio, “life experience”

Please click the link below which most relates to your area of study:

Arts and humanities

Built environment

Business

Health and Social Care

Life sciences

Social sciences and law

Technology

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