What to do after University?

University is a busy time - what with lectures, studying, all those social events to attend and sports teams to join - however it is wise to spend some time thinking about what you want to do after university.

Options after graduation

Whether you decide to enter the job market straight after graduation or opt to study further, there is a wealth of information and guidance available to help with your decision making.
If you decide you want a complete change, you will have developed a range of employer-friendly transferable skills that you can use in any graduate career, such as publishing, law, accountancy and the civil service.

If you decide to study further you need to decide which route you want to take; taught masters (MSc) or research degrees (MPhil or PhD).
Masters courses are advertised in university prospectuses and on their websites. You can also search using FindAMasters.com. The same site has a FindAPhd page which allows you to search for PhDs and also has a student section with helpful advice and information.

 

 

 

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